40 acres hosted by Jeanie M.
1 RV/tent site
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Best in New Mexico: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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98% Recommend254 ratings · 217 reviews
My bad for not reading the complete message. Before following the directions
A sign on gate. Saying please close gate. Or stating the gate looks locked. I think all hosts might want to post a Hipcamp insignia
Let campers know there is no turn around from the paved road turnoff.
Was difficult to back up single axil trailer, in the dark, even with a full moon.
I was confused by two names in my email boondocker and stat gazing ranch
Depree S.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Boondocking
Amazing. Super quaint remote location. The hosts were helpful but not at all up in our business even though this camping spot is situated within 50 yards of the house. Beautiful view of the surrounding mountains and we had the benefit of a super clear night where we could see the an epic number of stars.
The little pavilion with a picnic table and a grill was super helpful, and a really nice touch. It had recently rained so we were able to have a bonfire and our host even provided us wood. Overall we really enjoyed our stay.
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Matt L.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
21 ft campervan ·
Boondocking
I loved that we were the only ones there and the views were great! Not far off i40, so it was a great pit stop on our way from Utah. Would recommend!
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Bryce B.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
Tent ·
Boondocking
This was a great spot. We were driving through and this was perfect for an evening amongst the stars!
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Julia G.
3 reviews
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· May 2025
17 ft campervan ·
Boondocking
Jennie's place is the real desert feel! The campsite is close to the house but you can find privacy and feel in the middle of nowhere. No star gazing for us as it was raining, bit it did not spoil the feeling!
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Catherine W.
9 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
20 ft Class B ·
Boondocking
Lovely, peaceful site in which to decompress and rejuvenate.
Pat M.
2 reviews
This place was a perfect last minute find on my way back to Colorado when Joe Skeen was totally full. Jeanie and Brian are very kind and came out to flag me down when I missed the turn. As a solo woman I felt very safe here and slept great. The views are beautiful and the sunset is delightful! My favorite part was the huge wood deck which I was able to pull up right next to and use as my front porch. Very grateful for the safe and lovely stay.
Note: the pavilion shown in pictures is not available for campers. Definitely only an option for fully self sustained rigs. Do not stay here if you don’t have a bathroom set up. And with no water, no trash and no bathroom, $39 (which is what it is after all the taxes and fees) felt a little high since you can find sites that provide all those and showers for the same price. Still I’d recommend it, private, quiet and it was perfect in a pinch.
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Hally F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Fantastic spot!!!!! Beautiful and peaceful, we absolutely loved it. Hosts were so communicative and kind. The directions were great! Definitely would stay again. Thank you for having us.
Desirae R.
45 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Boondocking
Great desert campsite! It’s conveniently close to I-40 if you’re traveling in either direction, but still far enough out that you aren’t bothered by any highway noise. Beautiful sunsets and night sky. The hosts were very welcoming, and so was their pup! Recommend for self-contained campers.
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Valerie G.
5 reviews
Needed a quiet place to catch up on work during a road trip and this place was perfect for this!
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Bradford K.
3 reviews
I had a wonderful stay at Jeanie and her husband’s place! The atmosphere was incredibly peaceful and quiet, making it the perfect retreat. I was there to teach my shy dog the joys of camping, and the setting was ideal for our little adventure.
Jeanie warmly greeted me upon arrival, which made me feel right at home. I loved having the entire space to myself, allowing for a truly private experience. The weather was absolutely perfect, and the sky was a breathtaking sight, adding to the overall beauty of the location.
I highly recommend this site to anyone seeking an easy-to-reach, secluded camping experience. It’s a hidden gem that offers tranquility and the chance to connect with nature. I can’t wait to return!
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Karen W.
3 months on Hipcamp
I can’t recommend this place. Here’s why.
The owner was no help and it seemed like I was bothering her for just being there. Almost rude.
When I asked if I had to park next to the house (the spot is very close to the house) she finally got back to me with, “There’s plenty of room back there”.
Okay, where? How much? There’s a ton of property.
Where’s the boundary? How far back can I go?
I had no idea. Then she has “no fires, there’s a fire restriction”. I Googled it. There was no fire ban, period. I could see that no one was allowed to have a fire there for a very long time. Actually, Hipcamp will tell you if there is a fire ban. I just wanted to get out of there. There’s stars. But they are everywhere around here. Nothing was special and the rudeness was too much.
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Walt P.
9 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
34 ft Class A ·
Boondocking
Jeanie and her husband were awesome hosts and their space is perfect for astronomy. I took my RV and 11" telescope for a night of skywatching and it was perfect. Very dark and quiet at night. Thanks Jeanie !
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Ricky A.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Boondocking
It was a super easy process and absolutely gorgeous view!
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Sara T.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
27 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Boondocking
We had an excellent stay. The hosts were friendly and welcoming, but left us plenty of privacy. The bbq, campfire, and starry night were the best.
John H.
2 reviews
This is one of the coolest camps I have ever stayed at. Lives up to every piece about it in the descriptions. They even label the grill and pavilion with sign so it makes you feel more welcome using it (IFKYK). Awesome location close to 40 but so secluded. Make sure you bring everything u want while you are there, there is not quick trips out of there to anywhere. So cool! All sand/ desert but totally 2x4 accessible, gracious hosts!
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Brian B.
15 reviews
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· December 2024
27 ft Class B ·
Boondocking
Great directions! Very private and quiet out under the stars! I would definitely book again here!
Tracy M.
11 reviews
This is an awesome place to camp. The people were great hosts.The sky is as advertised.It was quite
And beautiful. I highly recommended it.
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Paul M.
5 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
19 ft campervan ·
Boondocking
The directions were good and our host greeted us as we arrived. There was a nice flat spot to park the van. The location gave us a nice jump traveling west from Albuquerque.
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Debi S.
8 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
16 ft car ·
Boondocking
The cottage was great, the wife loved it so success. Nice night break from both of us driving straight for the past few days. Excited to be shy of an hr from first park on the list! Will definitely be booking again for longer stay. Cottage was clean, quite, cozy and simple. All you needed was there, grocery store just outside on main drag, fire wood provided.
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Gilbert G.
2 reviews
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· November 2024
19 ft campervan ·
Boondocking
Great place to stay! Truly lives up to the name. The hosts were very nice but also gave us privacy after introductions. We would absolutely stay here again.
Brandon T.
5 reviews
A peaceful and private spot about a half hour west of Albuquerque. The hosts were very welcoming. Plenty of room for my van, and it was easy to get in and out, level too. Not much around except for wide open space and starry skies!
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Cathron B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
19 ft campervan ·
Boondocking
Quiet and peaceful evening. We stopped to sleep for the night, wish we could have stayed longer.
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Monica H.
8 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
16 ft travel trailer ·
Boondocking
Jeanie’s land was fabulous! Only a few miles off the highway but completely quiet and the skies were gorgeous! Super safe feeling and a great camping area. Highly recommend!!☺️
Beth S.
14 reviews
They named their place Stargazer Ranch for a reason! It’s not easy to find a sky dark enough to see the stars. We enjoyed the night sky - we purposely located ourselves near Albuquerque to take in the Ballon Festival but did not want to pay the inflated prices of the ‘city spots’! Mission accomplished! Thanks Jeanie! bye for now 🌃
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Clark H.
10 months on Hipcamp
We loved Jeanie's Star Gazer Ranch!
It's private yet close enough to Albuquerque. Totally peaceful. The sunsets and dark night skies were amazing as were the beautiful sunrises. Cool fire pit area too.
Jeanie is an amazing jewelry artist... if you're interested, ask about her handmade made New Mexico jewelry. Loved the earrings and bracelet we purchased! Thanks again for the hospitality!
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Mark S.
2 reviews
Beautiful, secluded. Easy access from the highway.
Helpful and welcoming hosts. - and they stayed out of your way once they introduced you to the property. They were nearby if you needed them.
Beautiful sunset and sunrise, and awesome nighttime views of the sky !
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David D.
2 reviews
Very quiet and peaceful stay. Nice hiking nearby. Star gazing was wonderful. Saw my first moonrise. It was breathtaking.
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Carrie A.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
16 ft car ·
Boondocking
This was a really nice spot to camp! We stayed one night on our way to Utah. The hosts were very nice and friendly, the property itself is beautiful. Was not hard to find even in the dark as we arrived later than expected.
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Romeo V.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Boondocking
Beautiful place to spend a night. Nice pavilion for making meals and having a tent platform was also a plus. The sunset and stargazing were just incredible.
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Elizabeth P.
4 reviews
Location
Highland Meadows, Bernalillo, New Mexico, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Jeanie M.
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