The best campgrounds near Vado, New Mexico with hiking

Looking to go camping near Vado, New Mexico? Hipcamp has over 2,280 options for you to choose from. Whether you're into glamping, tent camping, or RV camping, there's something for everyone. With average prices as low as $11 per night and options starting at just $10, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), or Spur-C Desert Oasis (37 reviews). And don't worry about amenities, popular options include campfires, potable water, and showers. If you're into historic sites, wind sports, or biking, you'll find plenty of activities to keep you entertained. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Vado, New Mexico!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Vado, New Mexico? Hipcamp has over 2,280 options for you to choose from. Whether you're into glamping, tent camping, or RV camping, there's something for everyone. With average prices as low as $11 per night and options starting at just $10, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), or Spur-C Desert Oasis (37 reviews). And don't worry about amenities, popular options include campfires, potable water, and showers. If you're into historic sites, wind sports, or biking, you'll find plenty of activities to keep you entertained. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Vado, New Mexico!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Ray & Lucille's place

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3.6mi from Vado · 2 sites · RVs · La Mesa, NM

Our farm is located in La Mesa, NM in the Mesilla Valley. Centered between Las Cruces, NM and El Paso, TX . The farming community offers open fields of various crops as well as pecan orchards. Minutes from hiking destinations Organ Mountain Desert Peaks National Monument and Franklin Mountains State Park. Various wineries and breweries within minutes. Elephant Butte Lake State Park 1 hr 41 min (104 miles) White Sands National Park 1 hr 8 min (72 miles)Learn more about this land:Come stay at our fully equipped, safe RV Sites with full hook ups here at our little farm in the middle of Mesilla Valley. Just 6 miles off I-10 in La Mesa, NM. We are in a farming community among pecan orchards, cotton fields, hay fields. Easy to find, our peaceful and private RV sites are 1/4 mile off scenic NM Hwy 28. There are 4 wineries and a brewery within 20 minutes of our farm. Great country setting 20 minutes south of Mesilla and Las Cruces and 20 minutes North of El Paso, TX.

2. La Vina rd

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7.2mi from Vado · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Chamberino, NM

A two acre camping ground located next to Sombra Antigua Winery located in the middle of farmland along the historic highway 28. Bathrooms and trash disposal available as well as 1 electric hook up. Live music Saturday and Sunday from 2-6pm and 2 day stay limit. Tables and fire pits at each campsite.

3. Gleatherland Ranch

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37mi from Vado · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging · Clint, TX

Enjoy beautiful views of Hueco Tanks, the surrounding mountains and expansive night skies at our 18 acre Ranch. Gleatherland offers a full array of accommodations including primitive camping, water/electric RV sites, glamping in one of our unique yurts or retro campers (seasonal) , as well as two fully equipped vacation rental homes open year round. ( see dates) Located just minutes away from Hueco Tanks State Park. Enjoy all the park has to offer including rock climbing, hiking, birding rock art tours, etc. Other area attractions include Franklin Mountains, Guadalupe National Park, Carlsbad Caverns, White Sand Nat'l Monument, Hot Springs of TorC and more (from 1-2 hours drive). Dates; Primitive & RV Camping open August - May (closed June and July) Glamping (yurts) open seasonally Nov- May Vacation rental homes : open all year Reservations required 24 hours in advance for all rentals and RV sites Primitive Camping - walk-ins only, no reservation required.

4. Franklin Mountains State Park

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24 sites · Westway, Texas

The Franklin Mountains certainly fit into Texas' mantra of everything is bigger.

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5. Leasburg Dam State Park

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22 sites · Radium Springs, New Mexico

Leasburg Dam State Park has the most breathtaking views on the Rio Grande! Fish off the side of your canoe while the sun sets behind the mountains, blazing the sagebrush red and orange. Explore the trails and watch for birds and wildlife, or take your camera over to the cactus garden for those classic southwestern shots. There’s lots of campgrounds to rest up when the day is over, but you won’t wanna miss the show after the sun goes down. Leasburg Dam has an observatory and for good reason; the night sky out here is second to none and the park often offers Night Sky programs and walks. This is a win-win for those looking for fun and beauty on the water.

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6. One Particular Harbour

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50mi from Vado · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Deming, NM

50 acres of SW desert solitude. Starry nights and quiet days. 2400' dirt airstrip on the property. NM18 for the pilots reading this. 3 RV hookups, w/ 30 amp electric and water service. Outhouse, w/ flushable toilet, hot and cold running water. 2 charcoal grills. Picnic table. Fire pit, for calm evenings. Many outbuildings, paddocks and acreage for your equine. Oh, did I mention, starry nights and quiet days. Thing to do in the Area: Les Combes Winery: (Wine Tasting) 11.5 miles Deming Municipal Airport: (WWII Bomber Training Base) 15.5 miles Rockhound State Park: (For Rockhounds) 16.7 miles Deming Luna Mimbres Museum: (Great Museum) 17.2 miles Spring Canyon State Park: (Great For a Picnic Lunch) 17.7 Miles Faywood Hot Springs: (Name Says it All) 44.5 miles Old Mesilla Historic District: (Billy the Kid Jail and History) 45.1 miles City of Rocks State Park: (Unusual Rock Formations) 46.7 miles Columbus NM: (Pancho Villa and WWI Aviation History) 47.2 miles Palomas MX: (The Pink Store, Authentic MX Shopping and Dining) 50.3 miles White Sands Missile Garden: (Historic Collection of Military Missiles) 71.2 miles White Sands National Park: (Name Says it All) 97.0 miles Museum of Space History: (Spend a Whole Afternoon) 123.0 miles Three Rivers Petroglyphs Site: (Over 21,000 Petroglyphs) 154.0 miles Valley of Fires: (Malpais Lava Flow 5,000 Years Old) 180.0 miles

7. Horner Hacienda

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35mi from Vado · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · Las Cruces, NM

New to Hipcamp, but want to share my beautiful property with others. Located on the bank of the Rio Grande River with access to the river at all times. Property is rustic now, but improvements will continue to be made as time goes on. Come help me develop this beautiful location into the best Hipcamp in New Mexico. Just 14 miles of the Chile Capital of the World, Hatch, NM, come during chile harvest to take home fresh green chile right out of the field. 21 miles from Las Cruces, where you will find plenty of events and entertainment, should you so desire. Spaceport, America, T or C, White Sands are all within a day's drive, and Fort Selden is just a few miles down the road, as is Blue Moon Bar and Grill. My dad first came to this property as a farm hand for the elderly couple who owned it. This was in the 1930's. He met my mother, who lived 6 miles down the road, in 1939. She was just 14. Every Sunday he would ride those 6 miles to have supper with her and her family and in 1940, 2 weeks after her 16th birthday, they married. They traveled around before coming back here, buying a small portion of this farm from the elderly owners and farming the rest for them, but in 1953, the man died (his name was Ernest Ward) in the small concrete house I now use for storage, that my dad had built for he and his wife when he first came to work for them. My parents built a home for his widow in Hatch (14 miles) and bought the farm from her. My family has owned it since. I was gone for 31 years, but returned to the land and place I love and plan to stay here till I die!

8. The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms

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13mi from Vado · 3 sites · Lodging · Chaparral, NM

Welcome to BNC Farms! We are located smack in the middle of desert in Chaparral, NM. We have two short term rentals on the property. The Desert Dome and Harvey the Skoolie. Both are unique stays. We love to show people the beauty the desert has to offer. We also live on site and are around to answer any questions or help you out. We want all of our guests to be able to enjoy their stay and have as much privacy as possible. Both stays have a fire pit and their own hang out area. There are farm animals on the property! Your fur babies are welcome, we only ask you keep them leashed at all time. If you would like to see more about our rentals, or see local recommendations check out our instagram @BNC3Farms. We look forward to hosting you. Bailey and Nadia

9. Spur-C Desert Oasis #1

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16mi from Vado · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Anthony, NM

Learn more about this land: This site, SPUR-C DESERT OASIS, is an acre of sandy soil full of desert bushes, cacti, and trees. Go to hipcamp.com/en-US/land/new-mexico-spur-c-desert-oasis-1-kk9hworr?adults=1&children=0&srid=a63deb04-fae3-4644-93bf-7d8d9d2a4424&arrive=2025-09-18&depart=2025-09-19 to schedule. An area for parking / or tenting, sleeping in your auto or RV is cleared. It is situated at the east end of a 20 acre horse boarding stable. This is a quiet setting in southern New Mexico just one mile off McNutt Rd on a dirt road. There is plenty of space to stretch your legs and enjoy a view of the Franklin Mountains and if you are lucky some of our wildlife. A great place to spend a quiet, safe, stopover. You are within easy reach of White Sands National Park, Hueco Tanks Park, Franklin Mountain Park, and all the amenities of El Paso ,Texas. Schedule with hipcamp.com/en-US/land/new-mexico-spur-c-desert-oasis-1-kk9hworr?adults=1&children=0&srid=a63deb04-fae3-4644-93bf-7d8d9d2a4424&arrive=2025-09-18&depart=2025-09-19. This site is only for a few days stay: not a permanent RV park. .

10. Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site

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20 sites · Butterfield, Texas

Grab your climbing shoes—these rocky formations are a mountaineer's playground

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11. True Explorer Hacienda

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43mi from Vado · 3 sites · RVs · Clint, TX

Located in a Quiet neighborhood outside city limits close to climbing/hiking at Hueco Tanks SP within 30 min, go off-road at Red Sands OHV within 2 minutes or hike at Franklin Mountains SP. One acre of land, will give you a quiet stay and starry skies. 30 min from downtown El Paso. On-site basketball court and grill.

12. Love's RV Hookup Santa Teresa 817

18mi from Vado · 3 sites · Santa Teresa, NM

Nestled conveniently along HWY 136 and Airport Road, Love's RV Hookup in Santa Teresa, NM, stands out as a premier destination for RV travelers seeking a safe, clean, and well-maintained stopover. Our streamlined reservation and check-in process ensures that booking your stay is quick and hassle-free. Guests can easily make reservations, process payments, and check in or out using their own devices or at our on-site kiosk, providing a seamless and contactless experience that gets you back on the road in no time. Each RV site is equipped with full hookups, including Wi-Fi and both 30-Amp and 50-Amp service, making us one of the most amenity-rich stops in the national travel stop network. Our on-site Travel Stop features a variety of conveniences, such as an ATM, a dog park, and popular dining options like Chester’s Chicken, Godfather’s Pizza, and Subway. Additional amenities available for purchase include bulk propane, a laundry facility with washers and dryers, six private showers, propane tank exchange, and RV dump services.

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Camper favorites near Vado

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

One Particular Harbour

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50mi from Vado · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Deming, NM

50 acres of SW desert solitude. Starry nights and quiet days. 2400' dirt airstrip on the property. NM18 for the pilots reading this. 3 RV hookups, w/ 30 amp electric and water service. Outhouse, w/ flushable toilet, hot and cold running water. 2 charcoal grills. Picnic table. Fire pit, for calm evenings. Many outbuildings, paddocks and acreage for your equine. Oh, did I mention, starry nights and quiet days. Thing to do in the Area: Les Combes Winery: (Wine Tasting) 11.5 miles Deming Municipal Airport: (WWII Bomber Training Base) 15.5 miles Rockhound State Park: (For Rockhounds) 16.7 miles Deming Luna Mimbres Museum: (Great Museum) 17.2 miles Spring Canyon State Park: (Great For a Picnic Lunch) 17.7 Miles Faywood Hot Springs: (Name Says it All) 44.5 miles Old Mesilla Historic District: (Billy the Kid Jail and History) 45.1 miles City of Rocks State Park: (Unusual Rock Formations) 46.7 miles Columbus NM: (Pancho Villa and WWI Aviation History) 47.2 miles Palomas MX: (The Pink Store, Authentic MX Shopping and Dining) 50.3 miles White Sands Missile Garden: (Historic Collection of Military Missiles) 71.2 miles White Sands National Park: (Name Says it All) 97.0 miles Museum of Space History: (Spend a Whole Afternoon) 123.0 miles Three Rivers Petroglyphs Site: (Over 21,000 Petroglyphs) 154.0 miles Valley of Fires: (Malpais Lava Flow 5,000 Years Old) 180.0 miles

Horner Hacienda

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35mi from Vado · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · Las Cruces, NM

New to Hipcamp, but want to share my beautiful property with others. Located on the bank of the Rio Grande River with access to the river at all times. Property is rustic now, but improvements will continue to be made as time goes on. Come help me develop this beautiful location into the best Hipcamp in New Mexico. Just 14 miles of the Chile Capital of the World, Hatch, NM, come during chile harvest to take home fresh green chile right out of the field. 21 miles from Las Cruces, where you will find plenty of events and entertainment, should you so desire. Spaceport, America, T or C, White Sands are all within a day's drive, and Fort Selden is just a few miles down the road, as is Blue Moon Bar and Grill. My dad first came to this property as a farm hand for the elderly couple who owned it. This was in the 1930's. He met my mother, who lived 6 miles down the road, in 1939. She was just 14. Every Sunday he would ride those 6 miles to have supper with her and her family and in 1940, 2 weeks after her 16th birthday, they married. They traveled around before coming back here, buying a small portion of this farm from the elderly owners and farming the rest for them, but in 1953, the man died (his name was Ernest Ward) in the small concrete house I now use for storage, that my dad had built for he and his wife when he first came to work for them. My parents built a home for his widow in Hatch (14 miles) and bought the farm from her. My family has owned it since. I was gone for 31 years, but returned to the land and place I love and plan to stay here till I die!

The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms

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13mi from Vado · 3 sites · Lodging · Chaparral, NM

Welcome to BNC Farms! We are located smack in the middle of desert in Chaparral, NM. We have two short term rentals on the property. The Desert Dome and Harvey the Skoolie. Both are unique stays. We love to show people the beauty the desert has to offer. We also live on site and are around to answer any questions or help you out. We want all of our guests to be able to enjoy their stay and have as much privacy as possible. Both stays have a fire pit and their own hang out area. There are farm animals on the property! Your fur babies are welcome, we only ask you keep them leashed at all time. If you would like to see more about our rentals, or see local recommendations check out our instagram @BNC3Farms. We look forward to hosting you. Bailey and Nadia

Spur-C Desert Oasis #1

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16mi from Vado · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Anthony, NM

Learn more about this land: This site, SPUR-C DESERT OASIS, is an acre of sandy soil full of desert bushes, cacti, and trees. Go to hipcamp.com/en-US/land/new-mexico-spur-c-desert-oasis-1-kk9hworr?adults=1&children=0&srid=a63deb04-fae3-4644-93bf-7d8d9d2a4424&arrive=2025-09-18&depart=2025-09-19 to schedule. An area for parking / or tenting, sleeping in your auto or RV is cleared. It is situated at the east end of a 20 acre horse boarding stable. This is a quiet setting in southern New Mexico just one mile off McNutt Rd on a dirt road. There is plenty of space to stretch your legs and enjoy a view of the Franklin Mountains and if you are lucky some of our wildlife. A great place to spend a quiet, safe, stopover. You are within easy reach of White Sands National Park, Hueco Tanks Park, Franklin Mountain Park, and all the amenities of El Paso ,Texas. Schedule with hipcamp.com/en-US/land/new-mexico-spur-c-desert-oasis-1-kk9hworr?adults=1&children=0&srid=a63deb04-fae3-4644-93bf-7d8d9d2a4424&arrive=2025-09-18&depart=2025-09-19. This site is only for a few days stay: not a permanent RV park. .

True Explorer Hacienda

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43mi from Vado · 3 sites · RVs · Clint, TX

Located in a Quiet neighborhood outside city limits close to climbing/hiking at Hueco Tanks SP within 30 min, go off-road at Red Sands OHV within 2 minutes or hike at Franklin Mountains SP. One acre of land, will give you a quiet stay and starry skies. 30 min from downtown El Paso. On-site basketball court and grill.

Love's RV Hookup Santa Teresa 817

18mi from Vado · 3 sites · Santa Teresa, NM

Nestled conveniently along HWY 136 and Airport Road, Love's RV Hookup in Santa Teresa, NM, stands out as a premier destination for RV travelers seeking a safe, clean, and well-maintained stopover. Our streamlined reservation and check-in process ensures that booking your stay is quick and hassle-free. Guests can easily make reservations, process payments, and check in or out using their own devices or at our on-site kiosk, providing a seamless and contactless experience that gets you back on the road in no time. Each RV site is equipped with full hookups, including Wi-Fi and both 30-Amp and 50-Amp service, making us one of the most amenity-rich stops in the national travel stop network. Our on-site Travel Stop features a variety of conveniences, such as an ATM, a dog park, and popular dining options like Chester’s Chicken, Godfather’s Pizza, and Subway. Additional amenities available for purchase include bulk propane, a laundry facility with washers and dryers, six private showers, propane tank exchange, and RV dump services.

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Public campgrounds near Vado

Franklin Mountains Primitive Backpack-in Campground

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Franklin Mountains Primitive Backpack-in Campground

16mi from Vado · 5 sites · in Franklin Mountains State Park

Franklin Mountains Campground

16mi from Vado · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Franklin Mountains State Park

Franklin Mountains RV Area Campground

16mi from Vado · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Franklin Mountains State Park

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Greasewood Campground

29mi from Vado · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Leasburg Dam State Park

Cactus Patch Campground

30mi from Vado · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · in Leasburg Dam State Park

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Hueco Tanks Campground

39mi from Vado · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site

Stories from the community

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Nathanielle

November 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at One Particular Harbour

Arrived late and Lawrence and Dina were incredibly welcoming and helpful. The site was well maintained and the bathroom was clean with warm water. Ground was easy to pitch a tent in and everything felt private and accessible. Would definitely recommend.

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Theresa

November 2025

3 nights at The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms

Check in was easy. Great communication. Very cozy. Loved seeing stars through Dome windows. Everything we needed. Easy to use kitchen.

Heather

October 2025

15 ft travel trailer

1 night at One Particular Harbour

Lawrence & Dina couldn't be better hosts and have a perfect place to stay. Our site had a picnic table under a tree which was perfect for our morning coffee. We got in too late to see the sunset but loved the sunrise. Beware of choosing the "open directions in app" option. Twice it took us the wrong way. Third time was a charm (and verified using the address). If we're in the area again, we'll definitely stay there again. Also, if you are heading east in the morning and you like old school yet quirky diners, you have to try The Pit on 292 Cafe just outside Los Cruces for breakfast. Great food and character. A fun way to start your journey.

Site 2. Hosts RV is a nice privacy barrier between sites

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Shelleen

October 2025

27 ft Class A

With pets

3 nights at Ray & Lucille's place

Easy to get to with ample space to maneuver our 27' class A and tow vehicle to our site one. Given the fact that site 2 was vacant we were able to drive thru that site to site 1. However, there is ample space to get to either site even if one is occupied. Ray and Lucille were wonderful hosts and very accommodating. We have a young dog who is new to us and still in training. Their dogs and ours were frequently "talking" to one another due to the proximity of their fenced private area and site 1. After site 2 was vacated by an over nighters rv we switched to site 2 which was a better fit for all. The location of Pecan Grove was perfect for our week-long getaway. Peaceful, relaxing, cool temps, days trips to: Old Mesilla, Hatch, White Sands NP, Alamogordo, Organ Mtns. We would stay at Ray and Lucille's anytime again! No hesitations.

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Tom

October 2025

23 ft Class B

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Great little out of the way place. Afternoon shade with the pleasant country atmosphere.

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Elizabeth

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms

Loved this dome, all the amenities and such a comfortable stay. Was planning to camp until those plans changed unexpectedly I am so happy I found this, it was perfect

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Lisa

October 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

This was our second stay here. Beautiful property. Full hook ups. Lots of space between other campers. Plenty of room for our 3 dogs to roam.

Christine

October 2025

33 ft Class A

With pets

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Very nice spot and plenty of space. Hookups were very easy to access with lighting available right above the hookups that we could control. Host was there when we arrived and assisted us with backing in and was readily available if we had any questions. Very nice site and very quiet location. Would definitely stay again in the future.

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Elizabeth

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to La Vina rd

Always a great time with awesome views, nice people, and great wine.

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Mohammed

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms

It was a quiet place for a nice get away from the city life, the place was easy to get to with clear and precise instructions.

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Clara

September 2025

26 ft campervan

1 night at La Vina rd

We arrived very late, but it was wonderful waking up sorrounded by vineyards! Very quiet and comfy.

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J.D.

September 2025

45 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Full hookups w/sewer! Wasn’t expecting that. Absolutely beautiful little pad. Privacy fence between spot and owners property . Cute dogs on their property as well. Ray was extremely nice and helped me back into the spot . Would stay again and again if ever passing through that area

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Abigail

September 2025

31 ft travel trailer

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

The sites are gorgeous! Both very flat and plenty of space to park your rig. Very private from the main property and each other. And the pecan orchard is absolutely lovely. Lots of great bird sightings too!

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Lyle

August 2025

21 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

Ray’s Pecan Orchard site was amazing! So clean and tight! Off the beaten path. Right by their house, but private at the same time. Safe! Enjoyable. Peaceful. Quiet. Electric water and sewer. Just right. I was blessed. Thank you Ray.

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Olga

August 2025

26 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to La Vina rd

We love staying here, this time was no exception. Great music and great service. The wine slushes are amazing !

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Christopher

August 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to True Explorer Hacienda

Perfect Perfect Perfect! Just what I needed for an overnight. Edgar was super responsive and even helped me out with a 30 amp adapter. I’ll stop again whenever I’m passing through

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michelle

July 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Lovely clean convenient spot. Highly recommended for a stop over to sleep.

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Rach

July 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

We enjoyed our spot! It was private and quiet and safe. They had cute zinnias planted along the spot (: would recommend bug spray if you want to sit outside.

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James

July 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

Very private, peaceful spot to spend the night. Our GPS tried to route us down a dirt road to get to the spot so don’t follow that. The address is marked clearly off the main road.

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John

July 2025

26 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Ray & Lucille's place

Such easy access and the surroundings were much beyond what we had hoped for. We were fortunate enough to have a thunderstorm roll through and it really cooled things off, plus the sound of rain is always a plus in our book.