Discover the best mountainous campgrounds near Socorro, New Mexico

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Socorro

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12 top mountainous campgrounds near Socorro

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Camp Darkmoon

3 sites · Lodging, Tents2 acres · Madrone, NM

Two acres of sage flatlands. Close to town but even closer to the mountains. Monte Largo Cañon is a short rocky drive away. Perfectly clean air, peaceful atmosphere, and flawless stars at night. Camp Darkmoon is a school of alternative architecture. On site are a handful of earthen structures. Lodging and tent site are available to book.

Thunderbird a frame

2 sites · Lodging, Tents320 acres · Mountainair, NM

A small A-frame on the Thunderbird Ranch

Perry Farms RV Park

15 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Socorro, NM

Perry Farms is the home place of the Perry Family, established in 1980, and provided much open space for the children to grow and play. It is located in the northern edges of the Chihuahuan Desert. Native fauna and flora as well as beautiful blue skies, with millions of stars provide peaceful, quiet moments of nature. Learn more about this land: Desert Camp consists of six RV spots with full hookups (electricity-30 and 50 amp, septic, water, and WIFI) and 11 unimproved tent camping areas on family property of Perry Farms. The land has arroyos, mesas, lots of flat areas to car camp, pitch a tent or sleep on the ground under the beautiful, dark New Mexico skies. There are also a few places to hang a hammock. To the west, there are miles and miles to hike, mountain bike, or just enjoy the view of the Magdalena Mountains. Neighbors are quiet and you can choose a spot away from anyone.

Plateau Hame De Colquhoun

5 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Bosque, NM

Our family purchased this land in January of 2020 with living on and building a tiny house. Along the way we plan on setting up a couple campsites and have a few small events.Learn more about this land:Here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun our goal is to live off our land without leaving much of a carbon footprint. We have opened our land in hopes that others can come be themselves, relax, explore, learn or teach within a safe Environment! Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is reasonably private and you can make your visit your own. Enjoy being yourself amongst the space.. 420 friendly. Located on edge of the Mesa overlooking the Rio Grande with beautiful mountains views, keep in mind this is an ongoing project and much of the land is untamed and in all its natural glory. *Snakes, other wild life included* Like the lives of pioneers before us the amenities are sparse. If you enjoy ruggedness and serene isolation with majestic views of the local mountain ranges, then this is your place to visit.

Off grid retreat

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Belen, NM

If you are looking to get away from the everyday grind come to this peaceful retreat. To the East are the beautiful Manzano Mountains and to the west are the gorgeous sunsets that the New Mexico desert is known for. The morning visitors can be hummingbirds, hawks and other variety of birds and your quiet evening by the fire can be enjoyed by watching an amazing blanket of stars.

High Country Hip Camp

9 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Magdalena, NM

We live on a 5 acre mini ranch right in the Village of Magdalena. Our property looks remote because we are on the edge of the village overlooking the hills and mountains of village land, however we are just a hop skip jump away from the local bar, cafe, gas station, etc. This property is best suited for RVs, car camping, vans, etc. Tent camping is available, but beware of winds. We offer very limited access to amenities, but with some notice we can help with with water hook ups, garbage disposal. We have an extra bathroom in the house available for guests to use for toilet and showers, but require arrangements, as we have dogs and will need to unlock house as needed. Folks are welcome to start a fire at the fire pit and say hello to our animals. We have a donkey named Dolly, a goat named Jake, and mini horse named Amber. We also have 2 horses on site named Cowgirl and Chiquita. Check out our second property on HipCamp, Tumbleweeds Diner!

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Socorro Sunsets

1 site · RV1 acre · Las Nutrias, NM

Welcome to your desert escape. The property is 1 acre and features desert and mountain views. Nearby attractions include: Several Wineries in the town of Belen, just 25 mins away. Must see: The Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, The Manzano Mountains State Park, The Rio Salado River, and Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument.

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Desert Camping with Mountain Views

1 site · RV2 acres · Las Nutrias, NM

Learn more about this land:Our campsite provides amazing sunset & sunrise views of Whiteface Mountain to the east, Bosque Peak to the Northeast and the Sierra Ladrones Wilderness Study Area/Mountains out to the West. Verizon cell phone tower is located near the intersection of Highway 60 and Monrovia Street and provides for full LTE service. The site is located about half a mile off of Highway 60, but tucked far enough away where you will not hear any highway traffic. The closest nearby land occupants are about 2 miles away and more in other directions. Privacy will not be a concern! We are slowly in the works of adding a firepit area and some pet area fencing. The perimeter is marked with green metal stakes with red tops. What is Nearby? Rio Grande River: 5.7 Miles (7 minutes) Walking Sands Reat Area: 16.6 Miles (17 Minutes) Belen: 24 miles (25 minutes) Los Lunas: 37 Miles (37 minutes) Albuquerque: 57 Miles (53 min) Other Nearby Points of Interest: Abo Canyon Alexander Municipal Airport Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Manzano Mountains State Park Rio Salado River Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Corner Points/GPS: 34.416828,-106.709514 34.416801,-106.709020 Elevation: 5,100 ft About Socorro County: Mostly rural, Socorro County sits in the central part of New Mexico and consists of a population of roughly 18,000. While home to very few people, the county does possess many great parks and natural wonders such as the awe inspiring Manazano Mountains and Abo Canyon. Small towns in this county include Escondida, Socorro and Magdalena, meaning a supply run to the nearest Wal-Mart is never too far away.

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Scenic Desert Volcano and Stars

3 sites · Tents1 acres · Las Nutrias, NM

Learn more about this land:This is a very excellent spot to camp and enjoy amazing views of the mountains, a nearby magma flow, and watch the stars like they have never been seen before. The surrounding area also provides a very rare nature preserve. Please respect the land and pick up all trash. Location grid is (34.409259, -106.705133).

Rio Grande Estates, New Mexico..

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Casa Colorada, NM

Enjoy a 1 acre lot along the Mazano Moutain Range, where you can hike the trails. The city of Belen is about 30 miles North, Walmart, Facebook Data Center, Eagle Park, Las Maravillas Community Park, General Nathan Twining Observatory, Skydive New Mexico, Middle Rio Grande Conservancy, Los Lunas Gun Club. Also 30 minutes away are restaurants like Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings an more. Bring your hiking gear, atv, pets and portable toilet will be required. RVs are allowed on the site.

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Desert oasis

1 site · RV1 acre · Las Maravillas, NM

Learn more about this land:Park your RV or trailer out in the middle of beautiful New Mexico desert, watch the stars twinkle brightly above far enough from the city to be quiet, but close enough to not drive for hours to get food and supplies. This location is especially beautiful because the land is undeveloped and not touched by pollution. Please refer to photos for gps coordinates.

Kabuki Cowboy’s Ranch

3 sites · Tents30 acres · Magdalena, NM

I grew up living in the Midwest, but I was always spending my summers with Dad’s family in the Southwest. My grandfather was a farmer in Española, and my grandmother was brilliant in the kitchen, with everything he grew. In my adulthood, I found I had lost a lot of those memories. Aside from visiting a few close family members now and again, I began to feel detached from the impact this part of the world left on myself. That’s what prompted me to start looking for land in New Mexico. I found Magdalena and felt catapulted back into my childhood. I still feel like a kid when I’m at the ranch, and I can’t wait to see where things go with this rustic time capsule.Learn more about this land:Meander down the Forest Roads, flanking mule deer and jackrabbits, to this private hilltop 30 acre ranch outside historic Magdalena, complete with near 360 degree Mountain Views of the bear range, mt baldy, Drone mountain, and other peaks. The county does a great job of maintaining the dirt roads coming in, and I regularly make the trip into town with a little 2wd crossover. That is, when I get a hankerin for some delicious food at Tumbleweeds. That usually gets me ready to check out the library and boxcar museum for some free WiFi, where I can make a game plan. There’s so much to do in Magdalena, including antiquing, getting some space at the VLA, catching a local art exhibit, or exploring native plants, rocks, and jewelry. Get an early start and catch the farmers market where the local high school sells produce. There’s definitely something special in this lovely pocket of the Old West. Magdalena was once known as the “End of the Line” for cows being herded the long cross country distances required by Cowboy’s of the time. More recently, historic highway 60 connected the country well before Route 66. In more recent years, the Very Large Array has put this part of the world’s night skies on an international pedestal for star gazing.

Mountainous camping near Socorro guide

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Looking to go camping near Socorro, New Mexico? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 460 options in the area, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your accommodation preference, whether it's a tent, RV, or cabin. And with activities like off-roading, climbing, and surfing, there's something for everyone. Plus, you can enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, campfires, and potable water. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Star Gazer Ranch (141 reviews), Healing on the Rio Grande (128 reviews), and Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews). So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Socorro, New Mexico!