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Vida Bonita Ranch

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· Wagon Mound, San Miguel, New Mexico
1670 acres hosted by Duc V.
2 lodging sites · 10 RV/tent sites
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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Private sites
98% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
Escape to Vida Bonita Ranch, a 1670-acre nature haven in northern New Mexico, where diverse landscapes of mesas, meadows, forests, and awe-inspiring cliffs create a breathtaking backdrop for your next adventure. With two miles of the Mora River winding through our property, immerse yourself in outdoor experiences like fishing, swimming, and floating. Our off-grid ranch boasts world-class stargazing and is home to an array of wildlife, including elk, deer, bears, mountain lions, turkeys, and mountain goats. Discover the remnants of old ruins, explore canyons, and visit our friendly farm animals. Bring your bikes, horses, or off-road vehicles for endless exploration – and don't forget, horseback riding is coming in 2023! Roam freely across the entire property, and enjoy your campsite equipped with a heavy-duty metal fire ring, swivel grate for grilling, and a picnic table with an umbrella. As we're off-grid, lanterns and flashlights are strongly encouraged for navigating the darkness. A porta-potty is conveniently located nearby. We have a few essentials at our on-site store, offering charcoal, eggs, snack foods, drinks, and more. Keep in mind that the nearest gas station is 75 minutes away, and cell service can be intermittent. Please arrive before sunset, as the roads leading to the property are dark and isolated, and be prepared for loose gravel that may affect your vehicle. At Vida Bonita Ranch, we're committed to preserving the land's pristine beauty. As a trash-free campsite, we ask that you take out any trash you bring in, or face a $50 fee. Embrace the spirit of sustainability and make lasting memories in our undisturbed wilderness. Book your stay now at Vida Bonita Ranch – the ultimate off-grid adventure awaits!
Activities
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Natural features
Forest
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
Canyon
97%
146 ratings · 82 reviews
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Clinton L.
September 10, 2024
River Site 5
Great Views, Meh Host
Absolutely drop-dead gorgeous property. Being almost completely silent, even from bugs and birds, it was the perfect getaway of solitude I envisioned when I booked a birthday trip for my dog. However, instructions indicate to meet the host for check in. Not only was it a total ghost town, with nobody around to meet me when we arrived, but the little to nothing in terms of signage had me scrolling back through screenshots Id shared with friends of the listing just to be sure I had landed at the correct site. I also tried contacting the host several times about a week before arrival about adding an order for fresh eggs to my booking, and was completely ignored. Hosts had even driven by on their ATV the first night without stopping or offering to rectify it.
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Don T.recommends
July 29, 2024
River Site 4
Escape
We had a great time at Vida Bonita. Warm but cooled off at night, amazing views, beautiful river, privacy! We were hosted by Luna the entire weekend and she kept guard at our campsite through the night! Luna deserves a raise! Duc was a helpful host and super friendly!
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Kerstyn H.recommends
July 8, 2024
River Site 4
Tent camping on Duc’s property was wonderful! It was a short hike down to the river and VERY secluded. The closest town was Las Vegas, about 1 hour and 15 minutes away from the cite. There was no WiFi connection from where we were, so a great place to come if you’re wanting to unplug from reality. Would 10/10 recommend!!
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Lindsay M.recommends
July 8, 2024
Bluff Site 1
So peaceful and beautiful
Wow! Vida Bonita Ranch is just spectacular and we had so much fun camping there over the 4th of July. It’s really secluded and way out there which brings so many benefits like dark skies (I saw the Milky Way for the first time since I was a kid!!), lots of wildlife (we saw fox, elk, deer, cool beetles, a crazy orange snake, and heard a bullfrog at night), and a total sense of peacefulness. Duc was an awesome host, too. I would definitely like to come back!
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Lindsay A.recommends
May 29, 2024
Bunkhouse 8
Beautiful place, groundskeeper was wonderful and kind.
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Richard H.recommends
May 28, 2024
River Site 4
Had a great time camping here over Memorial Day weekend. Super private camping spots with amazing views, and the dogs loved the river! Duc is a great host that is happy to help and point you in the right direction to any of the areas on the property.
Location
Wagon Mound, San Miguel, New Mexico, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nʉmʉnʉʉ Sookobitʉ (Comanche), Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute), Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Jicarilla Apache First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Duc V.

Joined in May 2022
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