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Top-rated campgrounds near Rio Rancho
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Top-rated campgrounds near Rio Rancho
Public campgrounds near Rio Rancho
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Nigel
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
Excellent campsite to give you a wonderfully rural retreat in the hills, with fast and easy access to Albuquerque and all it offers.
Excellent full hook up facilities, flat gravel pad, looks towards the hosts home but far enough away for privacy. And the hosts were super nice and welcoming.
Huge pool / artificial lake you can swim in and beautiful Elks to wonder at. And you can purchase fresh meat from the very ranch on which they were reared.
This is what “Hipcamping” is all about and we would return again, and again, and it will be our go to place if and when we are back in the area.
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Juanita
September 2025
34 ft travel trailer
With kids
We loved every minute of our experience there! From the time we arrived until the time we left we felt welcomed, relaxed and comfortable! When asking my kids what their favorite thing was they said “All of It” and for young kids that says a lot! We will be back!
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The Diplomats
August 2025
31 ft travel trailer
Wonderful, peaceful, quiet place. Very unique. Love the Elk.
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Chris
July 2025
38 ft travel trailer
With kids
Susan was very responsive and gave great directions for getting there and setting up. We were greeted by 2 friendly Giant Schnauzers and then Dale came out and helped us park at the perfect angle and walk us through the hook ups. We read the reviews and were hoping Dale and Susan had elk meat they were willing to part with, and to our luck, they hadn't run out yet. Dale gave it to us for free. Just kidding. (I told Dale I was gonna say that in my review so I hope he laughs when he reads this... whatever the price I wont say, but I swear its the best meat I ever had IN MY LIFE. IF you are lucky enough to get there when they have some... buy as much as you can!!! WORTH IT!). My children were enamored by their self built pool and all the strategically placed giant rocks. The loved how each rock is numbered so they will know right where it came from if someone moves it. (Kidding again... or am I?) Dale and Susan played along with us to help our kids be mindful and respectful of their beautiful property. Including our little story to help them not get the urge to tamper with rocks and equipment and pets. I love how loving and caring they are with their Elk. I love that they all have names and each one has a personality. Susan and Dale are so personable and friendly that we want to stay friends forever. Haha. They have great stories and wonderful ideas. The water pressure drops a bit about 12am/1am. Make sure you are showered and shaved before that window.
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Steven
July 2025
Tent
The trash on the way there was offputting, but once we got there, it was beautiful and private and remote. Raw land with scenic view.
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Ryan
July 2025
10 ft travel trailer
With kids
Susan and Dale are exceptional hosts. We had a blast at their camp spot. The kids loved feeding the elk, hanging out with the dogs and riding on the tractor. The view is beautiful and there’s an amazing diving platform. Thanks for making us so welcome and showing us around!
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Malerie
June 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With kids
We enjoyed every bit of our short stay at the ranch! Our hosts were so welcoming and the animals on property were a highlight for our son.
We would definitely recommend this lovely spot for anyone looking for a unique and relaxing time!
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Whitney
May 2025
30 ft Class C
With kids
We were on our way home from the Grand Canyon and needed a place to take a day to rest before making the long drive to Houston. Dale and Susan were an absolute delight and wonderful hosts for our family of five. Our kids loved feeding the elk, playing with the dogs, and swimming in the pond. The area nearby is beautiful and we left feeling refreshed and ready to head home.
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Angelaca
May 2025
42 ft travel trailer
We spent several nights at the Elk Ranch using it as a base camp of sorts while we spent time visiting family and exploring the Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas. The site was easy to find, convenient, and offers a perfectly peaceful and beautiful view. Communications with Susan prior to our arrival were appreciated and helpful. Once there, Dale and Susan were fantastic hosts - we very much enjoyed and welcomed talking with them - it was as though we knew them forever. Their dogs are the sweetest, too with each stopping by from time to time for some attention.
The Elk were a bonus for us. We learned a lot and were able to take home some meat and jerky. Getting to experience the elk up close was super cool since you don’t often find them roaming our home state.
We would go back again and again as the hospitality won us over. Definitely a 10/10.
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Kaitlyn
April 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Easy pull through parking spot just off the highway. Bit of a bumpy road to get there but clear instructions from host.
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Jim
April 2025
24 ft travel trailer
It’s quiet, it’s convenient and the prices are great. If your looking for an over night and don’t want to stay in Albuquerque this is your spot.
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Charles
April 2025
29 ft fifth wheel
Great place for stopover stay. Whether a few days or a week it was pleasant and peaceful.
Great place before the hub bib affair going on in Albuquerque plus competitive prices for full hookup.
Recommend!
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Susie
April 2025
25 ft travel trailer
The campground itself is good. There's a nice walking route and path for the dogs, but the road coming is is tough with a camper, so be prepared for a bumpy entrance. Very friendly greeting! It we felt safe here as well but didn't do any expressions because the weather was bad. Overall, we'd stop here again. Looking forward to seeing how they develop it.
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Hi
March 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Absolutely loved our RV camping experience here! It was incredibly peaceful. Check-in was a breeze, and Joseph was exceptionally responsive and helpful, guiding us through the process. The site was perfect – all the hookups (water, electricity, sewer) were conveniently located and worked flawlessly. The mountain views were stunning, and despite being near the main road, it was surprisingly quiet. Everything was clean and well-maintained. We'll definitely be back!"
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Ryan
February 2025
32 ft travel trailer
Joseph’s site was very conveniently located next to the highway for easy access, but also super quiet and peaceful at the same time. Joseph was a gracious and helpful host getting us set up, and would definitely recommend staying here if you’re passing through and need a nice peaceful spot to stay!
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Alexis
February 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
This RV spot was super convenient and easy to use for the night on our cross country trip. We pulled in after dark, the park was quiet and well kept. You can see the i40 in the distance but couldn’t hear it. The pull through site was level and clean. The electric plug in was great. I would definitely recommend and come back!
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Tiff
January 2025
31 ft Class C
We had a wonderful time at Elk Ridge Ranch! The peaceful atmosphere was one of the highlights of our stay, the only noise was only a tiny bit of road noise from time to time. The abundance of birds added to the serenity, and feeding the elk and bison was an unforgettable experience (they love marshmallows)—hearing the elk bugle was a real treat.
The hosts, Dale and Susan, were incredibly nice and welcoming, as were their dogs. The ranch's pond is gorgeous and seems like it would be amazing in the summer, and the location is perfect for exploring the surrounding area.
Being on the ridge can be a little windy, but it adds to the charm of the landscape. The fact that it's a working ranch, without animal processing on site, made it feel authentic without being overwhelming. The do sell meats and jerky if you are interested. Again, that does not happen on site. There’s also some really cool equipment for kids (of any age lol) who are into that kind of thing.
Overall, Elk Ridge Ranch is a peaceful and unique spot that offers a great experience for nature lovers, families, and anyone looking to enjoy the area. Highly recommended!
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Ash
December 2024
16 ft campervan
With pets
It is very secluded, clean, and my pupper had a blast running around. Over all a very pleasant experience, we will be coming back to stay again. :)
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Christy
December 2024
19 ft Class B
It's a quiet place on a beautiful plot of land. We enjoyed walking the dog on the dirt roads. The highway is nearby but it wasn't loud at all. The sunsets were stunning.
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