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Prehistoric Sunsets

Hosted by Monica · Las Cruces, New Mexico
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Welcome to Prehistoric Sunsets Prehistoric Sunsets is a peaceful rural camping retreat with wide-open skies, green fields, mountain views, and beautiful New Mexico sunsets. Located just 8 minutes from I-10, it is a quiet country escape with easy access to Las Cruces, outdoor recreation, local attractions, and everyday essentials. Relax under the stars, enjoy the fresh air, and wake up surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mesilla Valley. The Rio Grande is about a half-mile away, offering a peaceful setting for birdwatching and river activities. Nearby adventures - Prehistoric Trackways National Monument — 3–5 miles away; explore ancient fossil tracks in the Robledo Mountains. - Picacho Peak Recreation Area— about ½ mile away; enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, rock hounding, and desert views. - Local biking and outdoor trails — about ⅓ mile away, with nearby BLM recreation areas and open desert terrain. - Slot Canyon / Robledo Mountains area — about 17 miles away; enjoy scenic desert hiking and rock formations. - Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument — enjoy mountain views, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, and historic desert landscapes. - Butterfield Trail— explore nearby historic trail and desert country. - Shooting-range and off-road areas — nearby access for outdoor recreation. Local attractions - Elephant Ranch — about ½ mile away, offering food, drinks, package liquor, and live entertainment on select weekends. Enjoy local favorites like Cherry Lynn’s and chicharrones. - Mesilla Valley Maze & Pumpkin Patch — about ½ mile away at 3855 W. Picacho Avenue; enjoy the seasonal corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, slides, and family activities. - Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds— about 8.7 miles away, with the annual fair, rodeo, livestock shows, concerts, and community events. - Pic Quik — about 5 minutes away for gas, ice, snacks, and quick supplies. Gear rentals For your convenience, we offer rentals of camping equipment, trail bikes, paddleboards, and river floats—making it easy to enjoy the outdoors without bringing all your own gear. Good to know Prehistoric Sunsets is a country property with natural terrain, open space, and changing desert weather. Please bring drinking water, sun protection, appropriate camping gear, and a spirit of adventure. Come slow down, enjoy the stars, and experience the wide-open beauty of southern New Mexico.Welcome to Prehistoric Sunsets Prehistoric Sunsets is a peaceful rural camping retreat with wide-open skies, green fields, mountain views, and beautiful New Mexico sunsets. Located just 8 minutes from I-10, it is a quiet country escape with easy access to Las Cruces, outdoor recreation, local attractions, and everyday essentials. Relax under the stars, enjoy the fresh air, and wake up surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mesilla Valley. The Rio Grande is about a half-mile away, offering a peaceful setting for birdwatching and river activities. Nearby adventures - Prehistoric Trackways National Monument — 3–5 miles away; explore ancient fossil tracks in the Robledo Mountains. - Picacho Peak Recreation Area — about ½ mile away; enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, rock hounding, and desert views. - Local biking and outdoor trails — about ⅓ mile away, with nearby BLM recreation areas and open desert terrain. - Slot Canyon / Robledo Mountains area — about 17 miles away; enjoy scenic desert hiking and rock formations. - Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument — enjoy mountain views, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, and historic desert landscapes. - Butterfield Trail — explore nearby historic trail and desert country. - Shooting-range and off-road areas— nearby access for outdoor recreation. Local attractions - Elephant Ranch— about ½ mile away, offering food, drinks, package liquor, and live entertainment on select weekends. Enjoy local favorites like Cherry Lynn’s and chicharrones. -Mesilla Valley Maze & Pumpkin Patch— about ½ mile away at 3855 W. Picacho Avenue; enjoy the seasonal corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, slides, and family activities. - Southern New Mexico State Fairground — about 8.7 miles away, with the annual fair, rodeo, livestock shows, concerts, and community events. - Pic Quik — about 5 minutes away for gas, ice, snacks, and quick supplies. Gear rentals For your convenience, we offer rentals of camping equipment, trail bikes, paddleboards, and river floats—making it easy to enjoy the outdoors without bringing all your own gear. Good to know Prehistoric Sunsets is a country property with natural terrain, open space, and changing desert weather. Please bring drinking water, sun protection, appropriate camping gear, and a spirit of adventure. Come slow down, enjoy the stars, and experience the wide-open beauty of southern New Mexico.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 30 feet allowed
There is water available via water hose. A porta potty is also available upon request. There are electrical outlets via extension cords for use. There is no waste dumping on site. Please be mindful of leach line when pulling in.
Allowed rigs: travel trailers, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Quiet hours are between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am. There is lighting available on the property and picnic tables for use. All Pets must be kept on leash while on property.
Pull-through site
You can pull in or pull through there is a farm access road off the back of the property.
Accommodates slideouts
This is a dry camping site only there is electricity that can power small appliances via the extension cords provided
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Flat
Ground is fairly level but may need some leveling for bigger trailers.
No fifth wheels
Quiet hours are between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am. There is lighting available on the property and picnic tables for use. All Pets must be kept on leash while on property.
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
There is WiFi via Starlink on the property.
Generators not allowed
Quiet Generators only.
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Pets allowed
On leash. All pets must be kept on leash. Please clean up after your dog Trash cans on site will be provided for baggedpoo. Bags not provided. Small animal enclosure available upon request.
No campfires
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
A camp toilet is available if needed at an additional cost to replenish supplies.
Potable water available
Hose, pump or well. There is well water on site we use that mostly for irrigation and has not been tested for consumption. The water hose that comes directly from the house is potable.
Showers available
Hot water , cold water only. Showers are available in home upon scheduled request. Female campers only.
Bins available
Trash bin. There are trash bins located on property.
Picnic table present
There are also fold up tables available upon request.
Wifi available
Laundry present
Upon scheduled request in main house. Please message host.
Cooking equipment absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
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No wheelchair access
Max 3 vehicles
2WD accessible
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Prehistoric Sunset

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Welcome to Prehistoric Sunsets Prehistoric Sunsets is a peaceful rural camping retreat with wide-open skies, green fields, mountain views, and beautiful New Mexico sunsets. Located just 8 minutes from I-10, it is a quiet country escape with easy access to Las Cruces, outdoor recreation, local attractions, and everyday essentials. Relax under the stars, enjoy the fresh air, and wake up surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mesilla Valley. The Rio Grande is about a half-mile away, offering a peaceful setting for birdwatching and river activities. Nearby adventures - Prehistoric Trackways National Monument — 3–5 miles away; explore ancient fossil tracks in the Robledo Mountains. - Picacho Peak Recreation Area — about ½ mile away; enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, rock hounding, and desert views. - Local biking and outdoor trails — about ⅓ mile away, with nearby BLM recreation areas and open desert terrain. - Slot Canyon / Robledo Mountains area — about 17 miles away; enjoy scenic desert hiking and rock formations. - Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument — enjoy mountain views, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, and historic desert landscapes. - Butterfield Trail — explore nearby historic trail and desert country. - Shooting-range and off-road areas— nearby access for outdoor recreation. Local attractions - Elephant Ranch— about ½ mile away, offering food, drinks, package liquor, and live entertainment on select weekends. Enjoy local favorites like Cherry Lynn’s and chicharrones. -Mesilla Valley Maze & Pumpkin Patch— about ½ mile away at 3855 W. Picacho Avenue; enjoy the seasonal corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, slides, and family activities. - Southern New Mexico State Fairground — about 8.7 miles away, with the annual fair, rodeo, livestock shows, concerts, and community events. - Pic Quik — about 5 minutes away for gas, ice, snacks, and quick supplies. Gear rentals For your convenience, we offer rentals of camping equipment, trail bikes, paddleboards, and river floats—making it easy to enjoy the outdoors without bringing all your own gear. Good to know Prehistoric Sunsets is a country property with natural terrain, open space, and changing desert weather. Please bring drinking water, sun protection, appropriate camping gear, and a spirit of adventure. Come slow down, enjoy the stars, and experience the wide-open beauty of southern New Mexico.
No campfires
No toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Location

Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Monica B.

Joined in September 2026

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