RV Camping Near San Jon, NM, US: 12 Best RV Parks 2026

In San Jon, RV camping means wide skies and quiet nights, with over 60 options that keep your wheels close to the action. You’ll find sites with electricity and water hook-ups, and plenty of space for big rigs. Prices average around $50 a night, with some starting at $40. Kick back at top spots like Art City Tucumcari (191 reviews), where you’re minutes from open trails and wildlife-watching. This is ideal country for horseback riding and a swim on hot afternoons. If you want practical facilities and easy access to the outdoors, San Jon’s RV sites deliver.

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Top-rated RV parks near San Jon

1. Art City Tucumcari

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26mi from San Jon · 56 sites · Tents, RVs

Nestled along the historic Route 66 in Tucumcari, NM, our unique Big Art sculpture park and glamping destination offers an immersive art experience in the heart of nature. Our site features twelve large-scale sculptures crafted by internationally renowned artists, making it an ideal backdrop for photography and a source of creative inspiration. Guests can indulge in luxury with our on-site amenities including outdoor showers, flush toilets, and hammocks perfect for relaxation after a day of exploration. Our outdoor kitchen is fully equipped for your culinary adventures, allowing you to dine al fresco surrounded by breathtaking art installations when available. For convenience and comfort, the site includes bathrooms complete with sinks, all seamlessly integrated with a modern septic system to ensure environmental sustainability. Experience the perfect blend of art, nature, and comfort at our exclusive glamping getaway.

$Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's$
$Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's$
$Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's$

2. Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's

22mi from San Jon · 1 site · Tent, RV

Welcome to Boom Boom's Campground at Tex & Edna's! We’ve opened the first of our twelve scrappy, scruffy little campsites sitting on just under four acres, a hair outside Tucumcari city limits. You’ll find star-splashed skies overhead, and the Route 66 glow of Tucumcari is just a hop and a skip down the road. Small-town convenience is literally a stone’s throw away — we’ve even got a fancy grocery store where they sell those little boxes of cheese from the world-famous Tucumcari Mountain Cheese Factory. Isn’t that right, Tex? (That’s right, Edna.) You’ll have access to a bathroom and shower — and if you ask real nice (and we remembered to pay the gas bill), we even have hot water. If you’re tired of smelling like bug spray, we’ve got a few rooms in the rock house you can rent — assuming some other campers or one of those traveling nurses haven’t already taken them. Isn’t that right, Tex? (That’s right, Edna.) We’ve got all the features you’d expect from a primitive campground, plus a few extras — like a place to build your fire (as long as there’s no burn ban in effect). Please check with us before lighting a fire, ’cause when fires happen and they shouldn’t, they can get scary real fast. And we will throw you under the bus — not that we’d have to, since the firefighters can always tell where it started. The wind pushes the fire away from your campsite, leaving a burn pattern like a big arrow pointing right back at you. If you don’t believe me, just ask Mr. Williams, who had to explain to his wife why he couldn’t come home from his hunting trip just yet. While I was writin’ this, Tex told me, “Edna, erase all that and just say, ‘Nice campground. Cheap.’”

3. Ute Lake State Park

50 sites · Logan, New Mexico

Ute Lake State Park: A Haven for Water Sports and Scenic Camping.

Sewer hookup

Pets

In San Jon, RV camping means wide skies and quiet nights, with over 60 options that keep your wheels close to the action. You’ll find sites with electricity and water hook-ups, and plenty of space for big rigs. Prices average around $50 a night, with some starting at $40. Kick back at top spots like Art City Tucumcari (191 reviews), where you’re minutes from open trails and wildlife-watching. This is ideal country for horseback riding and a swim on hot afternoons. If you want practical facilities and easy access to the outdoors, San Jon’s RV sites deliver.

99% (254)

Top-rated RV parks near San Jon

1. Art City Tucumcari

99%

(305)

26mi from San Jon · 56 sites · Tents, RVs

Nestled along the historic Route 66 in Tucumcari, NM, our unique Big Art sculpture park and glamping destination offers an immersive art experience in the heart of nature. Our site features twelve large-scale sculptures crafted by internationally renowned artists, making it an ideal backdrop for photography and a source of creative inspiration. Guests can indulge in luxury with our on-site amenities including outdoor showers, flush toilets, and hammocks perfect for relaxation after a day of exploration. Our outdoor kitchen is fully equipped for your culinary adventures, allowing you to dine al fresco surrounded by breathtaking art installations when available. For convenience and comfort, the site includes bathrooms complete with sinks, all seamlessly integrated with a modern septic system to ensure environmental sustainability. Experience the perfect blend of art, nature, and comfort at our exclusive glamping getaway.

$Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's$
$Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's$
$Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's$

2. Boom Booms Campground @Tex & Edna's

22mi from San Jon · 1 site · Tent, RV

Welcome to Boom Boom's Campground at Tex & Edna's! We’ve opened the first of our twelve scrappy, scruffy little campsites sitting on just under four acres, a hair outside Tucumcari city limits. You’ll find star-splashed skies overhead, and the Route 66 glow of Tucumcari is just a hop and a skip down the road. Small-town convenience is literally a stone’s throw away — we’ve even got a fancy grocery store where they sell those little boxes of cheese from the world-famous Tucumcari Mountain Cheese Factory. Isn’t that right, Tex? (That’s right, Edna.) You’ll have access to a bathroom and shower — and if you ask real nice (and we remembered to pay the gas bill), we even have hot water. If you’re tired of smelling like bug spray, we’ve got a few rooms in the rock house you can rent — assuming some other campers or one of those traveling nurses haven’t already taken them. Isn’t that right, Tex? (That’s right, Edna.) We’ve got all the features you’d expect from a primitive campground, plus a few extras — like a place to build your fire (as long as there’s no burn ban in effect). Please check with us before lighting a fire, ’cause when fires happen and they shouldn’t, they can get scary real fast. And we will throw you under the bus — not that we’d have to, since the firefighters can always tell where it started. The wind pushes the fire away from your campsite, leaving a burn pattern like a big arrow pointing right back at you. If you don’t believe me, just ask Mr. Williams, who had to explain to his wife why he couldn’t come home from his hunting trip just yet. While I was writin’ this, Tex told me, “Edna, erase all that and just say, ‘Nice campground. Cheap.’”

3. Ute Lake State Park

50 sites · Logan, New Mexico

Ute Lake State Park: A Haven for Water Sports and Scenic Camping.

Sewer hookup

Pets

Public campgrounds near San Jon

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Linda

3 weeks ago

26 ft toy hauler

With pets

3 nights at Art City Tucumcari

Art City is a unique, AWESOME experience!!! Pedingo, the site manager/artist, was extremely helpful in helping us get our RV set up. We had an extra special experience as it snowed one night that we were there, the entire site was a magical white wonderland. Since it was a bit chilly outside, sitting in the sauna was a nice treat. If you plan to RV there you might want to bring extra long hoses and electrical cords, but if you don’t have them they might be able to help out with those. I would definitely recommend this site and plan on returning some day

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Kyle

November 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Art City Tucumcari

This place is so Awesome! An amazing little Oasis in the middle of the New Mexico High Desert ranch land. Wonderful accommodations around the bath house. Great views of the Western Sky, Friendly host. I would 100% visit again.

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Krystee

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Art City Tucumcari

This 40-acre art playground was the perfect overnight adventure for my dog Bandit and I to expl9re on our cross country trip. Beautiful communal facilities like an outdoor kitchen and showers... even a hot tub. The place really comes alive at night with lights. I highly recommend this gem.

Back up to acres of natural state land you can also explore 🤯

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Ashley

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Art City Tucumcari

Art City in Tucumcari is hands-down one of the most memorable camping spots I’ve ever visited. The campsites are spacious and private, the bathrooms are spotless, and the outdoor kitchen actually makes cooking fun. Everywhere you look, there’s inspiring art tucked into the desert landscape, making wandering around feel like a mini adventure. The energy is relaxed and creative, and sunsets here are unforgettable. It’s more than camping—it’s an experience that sticks with you long after you leave.

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Joseph

November 2025

19 ft Class B

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

We van camped in a beautiful spot under the cottonwoods with access to water & power. We loved exploring the art work during the day & at night. Some really cool lit up night time pieces!!! The kitchen, bath house & toilets were immaculate & had plenty of hot water. The manager was so knowledgeable about the art!! We highly recommend!!!

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Ginger

October 2025

17 ft campervan

3 nights at Art City Tucumcari

I initially booked my spot for 2 nights and extended it to 6. The art is phenomenal and everything else has been meticulously thought out and executed. The staff and Matty were extremely friendly, welcoming, and gracious. Everything, from the compostable toilets to showers and kitchen, sets this camping spot apart from any others I have been to. I truly fell in love with Art City and I highly recommend it.

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Michael

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

B, the caretaker made me feel right at home. The art installations were lovely. The sauna was perfect for the chilly desert night. Am absolutely going to come back through when in the area.

John

October 2025

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Art City Tucumcari

Art city is an amazing place to stay- beautiful. Outdoor art installations are illuminated at night for fantastic viewing. All the amenities are first class including hot showers, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Well done, Matty, I hope it continues to go well you are a trailblazer!

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October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Art City Tucumcari

Matty's Art City camp is my favorite when traveling the I40 Rt66 corridor. EZ to locate and close enough to town to explore and stock up. The staff is upbeat and helpful. Fellow campers and I agree that the shared spaces are fantastic. The art exhibits are over the top and I loved the young dog greeting me. Always something new, very pleasant 2 night Oct. stay Thanks

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Laura

October 2025

15 ft campervan

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

Beningo ( sp sorry) , our host was wonderful. He gave us such insight into Art City and his commitment was so real! We loved walking at night through the art installations but knowing some of the history behind the pieces made it so much better . The facilities for cooking were most excellent . The company enjoyable ! And the stars at night were inviting. I would say “ stay more than a night for sure !”

Kim

October 2025

18 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

You have to see it to believe it. Art City is such a joy to visit. I kept having to book more nights because I just couldn't leave that hot tub under the stars. The art installations that are spaced out all over the property are lit up so gorgeous at night. Bonus points because some of the art you can actually climb onto!!!! The bathrooms are soooo nice, full flush toilets and you will love the art in the bathrooms. Shower area and kitchen are both beautifully designed and functional. Cannot recommended this place more!!!!

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Lisa

October 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

Art City is a fun place to stay and I highly recommend it for anyone who’ll be in the Tucumcari area. We only stayed one night but could have easily stayed a few. The art is crazy fun and is perfect for anyone who likes to explore outdoors. The amenities are top notch for a camp and the hosts are super nice and helpful. They even went so far as to lend us tools to fix a bike. Just go when you get a chance!

Kimberly

October 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

Had such a great time at this beautiful place that I kept booking additional nights. Gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. A walk around the grounds is a dream, it's filled with art and sculptures!!! Some you can climb!!!!! Can't recommend a weekend stay and book a dip in the hot tub. Was able to relax and unwind here!!!! 10,000 thumbs up!!!!

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Tim

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

What a great spot! Cool art, great amenities, great experience!

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Donna

October 2025

23 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Art City Tucumcari

This place feels magical. When I saw the Paradisium Forest it brought tears to my eyes. The care of collecting and then cutting each piece of wood to make something beautiful felt very grounding to me. Thank you Bendingo, for a nice evening.

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Lesley

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

Absolutely wonderful place to stay! Beautiful, clean, well kept grounds with clean and easy to use facilities. The art installations were incredible. We will definitely be back!

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Mark

October 2025

36 ft fifth wheel

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

This place is absolutely phenomenal. The art is well displayed and illuminated for two hours after dark or till batteries run low. The hot tub and sauna are a must do. Very clean environment but the weeds are pretty high. upon entry it states watch out for snakes but we did not see any. We did see several wild turkeys wandering around in the morning. The hostess very accommodating and showed the ropes of the property well. The art has all been displayed at burning man and is a must see.

Deborah

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

This is such a great location. I camped here during a move across country, so I only walked around for a bit in the evening. This would be a great place to linger for a few days, and I plan to be back.

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Diane

October 2025

35 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Art City Tucumcari

Lovely, eclectic area with many art installations. We were the only campers on the site. We were greeted and directed to our site. We took advantage of the spa package, sauna and wood burning cedar hot tub. Perfect end to a long day of driving.

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Logan

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Art City Tucumcari

This place was very unique and a cool. I stopped in for a night. Hot tub and hot showers. Everything looked clean. Host was very nice and gave me a tour of the place. Only thing is be careful following google maps takes you to the wrong place however there is a giant signs taking you right to the place. My fault for relying on technology instead of my eyes!