The best beach camping near Santa Fe

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Santa Fe isn’t just about adobe and art—it’s a launchpad for beach camping with mountain views and river breezes. You’ll find over 590 places to pitch your tent or park your rig right along riverbanks and sandy stretches, all within striking distance of town. The average night runs about $60, but budget options dip as low as $20. Showers, campfires, and pet-friendly sites are the norm, and you can swap the beach for a snow-sport session or wildlife-spotting hike nearby. For a riverside spot with a beach feel, check out Viento Del Rio RV River Campsite (8 reviews) or try North 40 Farms Along The Rio Chama (1 review). Locals know: the best campsites here let you wake up to the rush of water and fall asleep under a sky full of stars.

100% (12) 32 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Fe

Viento Del Rio RV River Campsite

1. Viento Del Rio RV River Campsite

100%
(15)
42mi from Santa Fe · 1 site · RV
Private Riverfront RV Glamping Site in Abiquiu, NM We’re excited to invite you to share our gorgeous property and make memories as you explore the Land of Enchantment. Experience the natural beauty that inspired American legend Georgia O’Keeffe during your Abiquiu retreat along our riverfront. Located on 25 acres along with our home and casita. Plenty of space to roam and gorgous hiking and activites close by. Well behaved, non aggressive, no excessive barking pet welcome. (We have a sweet Golden Doodle) Bring your own RV motorhome, bumper pull trailer up to 30ft OR up to 35ft Fifth-Wheel (The airsteam trailer in the picture is 27ft) Water and electrticity hookups. Outside you will find a flagstone patio, picnic table, firepit, and adirondack chairs. NOTE: There is no longer a sunshade! These is no Wi-Fi...T-Mobile works best! Guest access Located off a private driveway offering plenty of privacy and seclusion within our gated property, Your hosts Jeff and Tami along with Golden Doodle Lola,
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$100
 / night
Santa Fe National Forest

2. Santa Fe National Forest

94%
(42)
444 sites · Rio En Medio, New Mexico
Santa Fe National Forest isn’t just a cool spot in New Mexico, it’s a place that painters, poets, photographers and adventurers have waxed poetic about since...well, forever. It’s easy to see why, with over 1.6 million acres and over 1,000 miles of trails to explore. Whether it’s an autumn day trekking under trees blazing gold, or taking turns down the slopes at Santa Fe Ski Basin, the forest is a year round wonderland! Spring and Summer offer thrilling whitewater rafting down the Rio Grande, trout fishing, hunting, and nights under the stars. It’s easy to set up camp here too in one of the forests many campgrounds, and if you plan on staying away, be sure visit the town of Santa Fe, one of the most artistic and beautiful towns in America. This trip is bound to have you channeling your inner artist in no time!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Hyde Memorial State Park

3. Hyde Memorial State Park

100%
(5)
9 sites · Tesuque, New Mexico
Hyde Memorial State Park: A Haven Amid Pines and Peaks.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Cochiti Lake

4. Cochiti Lake

67%
(5)
124 sites · Cochiti Lake, New Mexico
On the land of Pueblo de Cochiti Nation and the shores of the Rio Grande, lies Cochiti Lake where kind folks and tons of fun are sure to make this a favorite weekend spot! Enjoy trails for hiking and biking along the Tetilla Peak Recreation area or take to the waters in your vessel of choice for a day of soaking up rays! Anglers have piers a plenty, and beach lovers can chill on the shores before a quick jaunt back to your campsite. The fun doesn’t stop in the winter either, with cross country skiing and snowshoe trails; the sunsets are even more awe inducing behind snowcapped peaks. You’ll be back in all season to Cochiti, the chance for discovery demands it!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Bandelier National Monument

5. Bandelier National Monument

100%
(8)
5 sites · White Rock, New Mexico
Discover ancient Native American history in these sublime Southwestern lands.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Storrie Lake State Park

6. Storrie Lake State Park

100%
(2)
11 sites · Las Vegas, New Mexico
Discover Storrie Lake State Park's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Fenton Lake State Park

7. Fenton Lake State Park

88%
(4)
13 sites · La Cueva, New Mexico
Fenton Lake State Park: A serene mountain haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Abiquiu Lake

8. Abiquiu Lake

100%
(3)
54 sites · Cañones, New Mexico
Warm breezes and water fun are waiting for you at Abiquiu Lake. With some of the best fishing in New Mexico you’ll have a blast exploring the shores dotted with sage and juniper while you cast your line. Those who want a little leisure can stroll the trails or catch some rays on the swimming beach; there are gorgeous views of the Flint Mountains from the shores. And of course there’s plenty of boating, waterskiing, and jetskiing at your finger tips! The nearby Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and Santa Fe will satisfy your inner artist, but we think the night sky at one of Abiquiu’s campgrounds will be inspiration enough!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

Santa Fe isn’t just about adobe and art—it’s a launchpad for beach camping with mountain views and river breezes. You’ll find over 590 places to pitch your tent or park your rig right along riverbanks and sandy stretches, all within striking distance of town. The average night runs about $60, but budget options dip as low as $20. Showers, campfires, and pet-friendly sites are the norm, and you can swap the beach for a snow-sport session or wildlife-spotting hike nearby. For a riverside spot with a beach feel, check out Viento Del Rio RV River Campsite (8 reviews) or try North 40 Farms Along The Rio Chama (1 review). Locals know: the best campsites here let you wake up to the rush of water and fall asleep under a sky full of stars.

100% (12) 32 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Fe

Viento Del Rio RV River Campsite

1. Viento Del Rio RV River Campsite

100%
(15)
42mi from Santa Fe · 1 site · RV
Private Riverfront RV Glamping Site in Abiquiu, NM We’re excited to invite you to share our gorgeous property and make memories as you explore the Land of Enchantment. Experience the natural beauty that inspired American legend Georgia O’Keeffe during your Abiquiu retreat along our riverfront. Located on 25 acres along with our home and casita. Plenty of space to roam and gorgous hiking and activites close by. Well behaved, non aggressive, no excessive barking pet welcome. (We have a sweet Golden Doodle) Bring your own RV motorhome, bumper pull trailer up to 30ft OR up to 35ft Fifth-Wheel (The airsteam trailer in the picture is 27ft) Water and electrticity hookups. Outside you will find a flagstone patio, picnic table, firepit, and adirondack chairs. NOTE: There is no longer a sunshade! These is no Wi-Fi...T-Mobile works best! Guest access Located off a private driveway offering plenty of privacy and seclusion within our gated property, Your hosts Jeff and Tami along with Golden Doodle Lola,
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$100
 / night
Santa Fe National Forest

2. Santa Fe National Forest

94%
(42)
444 sites · Rio En Medio, New Mexico
Santa Fe National Forest isn’t just a cool spot in New Mexico, it’s a place that painters, poets, photographers and adventurers have waxed poetic about since...well, forever. It’s easy to see why, with over 1.6 million acres and over 1,000 miles of trails to explore. Whether it’s an autumn day trekking under trees blazing gold, or taking turns down the slopes at Santa Fe Ski Basin, the forest is a year round wonderland! Spring and Summer offer thrilling whitewater rafting down the Rio Grande, trout fishing, hunting, and nights under the stars. It’s easy to set up camp here too in one of the forests many campgrounds, and if you plan on staying away, be sure visit the town of Santa Fe, one of the most artistic and beautiful towns in America. This trip is bound to have you channeling your inner artist in no time!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Hyde Memorial State Park

3. Hyde Memorial State Park

100%
(5)
9 sites · Tesuque, New Mexico
Hyde Memorial State Park: A Haven Amid Pines and Peaks.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Cochiti Lake

4. Cochiti Lake

67%
(5)
124 sites · Cochiti Lake, New Mexico
On the land of Pueblo de Cochiti Nation and the shores of the Rio Grande, lies Cochiti Lake where kind folks and tons of fun are sure to make this a favorite weekend spot! Enjoy trails for hiking and biking along the Tetilla Peak Recreation area or take to the waters in your vessel of choice for a day of soaking up rays! Anglers have piers a plenty, and beach lovers can chill on the shores before a quick jaunt back to your campsite. The fun doesn’t stop in the winter either, with cross country skiing and snowshoe trails; the sunsets are even more awe inducing behind snowcapped peaks. You’ll be back in all season to Cochiti, the chance for discovery demands it!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Bandelier National Monument

5. Bandelier National Monument

100%
(8)
5 sites · White Rock, New Mexico
Discover ancient Native American history in these sublime Southwestern lands.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Storrie Lake State Park

6. Storrie Lake State Park

100%
(2)
11 sites · Las Vegas, New Mexico
Discover Storrie Lake State Park's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Fenton Lake State Park

7. Fenton Lake State Park

88%
(4)
13 sites · La Cueva, New Mexico
Fenton Lake State Park: A serene mountain haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Abiquiu Lake

8. Abiquiu Lake

100%
(3)
54 sites · Cañones, New Mexico
Warm breezes and water fun are waiting for you at Abiquiu Lake. With some of the best fishing in New Mexico you’ll have a blast exploring the shores dotted with sage and juniper while you cast your line. Those who want a little leisure can stroll the trails or catch some rays on the swimming beach; there are gorgeous views of the Flint Mountains from the shores. And of course there’s plenty of boating, waterskiing, and jetskiing at your finger tips! The nearby Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and Santa Fe will satisfy your inner artist, but we think the night sky at one of Abiquiu’s campgrounds will be inspiration enough!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

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