Lake Camping in Taos, New Mexico, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2024

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Wild Horse Mesa Retreat

1 site · RV, Tent35 acres · CO

Wild Horse Mesa Retreat: 35 Acres of Natural Serenity Discover the beauty of Wild Horse Mesa in San Luis, Colorado, with our expansive 35-acre property. Perfect for those seeking a true escape into nature, this site offers the ideal backdrop for primitive camping and outdoor adventures. Property Highlights: Scenic Landscape: Enjoy the stunning views surrounded by dense sagebrush and majestic old-growth trees. Whether you’re setting up camp or enjoying a sunset, the natural beauty is truly captivating. Camping Options: Perfect for tent camping or boon-docking for campers and RVs, there’s plenty of space to find your ideal spot. Experience the serenity of the outdoors with all the space you need. Fire Pit: Gather around our rustic rock fire pit for storytelling and stargazing in the crisp night air. Location Benefits: Outdoor Recreation: Just a short drive to Sanchez Reservoir and the Rio Grande, where you can fish, kayak, or simply enjoy the serene waters. Skiing Adventures: Only 45 minutes to Red River Ski Ranch and 1.5 hours to Taos Ski Resort, making it perfect for winter sports enthusiasts. Local Attractions: The San Luis Valley and area is filled with so much to do! From the many Hot Springs to the Colorado Gator Farm, to the local national forest and recreation areas, the day excursions are endless. Natural Wonders: Explore the breathtaking Great Sand Dunes National Park, just 50 minutes away, for unique hiking and exploration opportunities. Wildlife Watching: Experience the abundant wildlife that calls this area home. From birds to deer and wild horses, the surroundings provide ample opportunities for nature observation. Stargazing: One of the darkest areas of our country, offering a view of the night sky where your only light pollution comes from the moon's brightness Access: Enjoy dirt road access leading to your private retreat, ensuring a true getaway from the hustle and bustle. Book your stay at Wild Horse Mesa and immerse yourself in the peaceful splendor of Colorado’s wild landscapes. Create unforgettable memories in this natural haven!

North 40 Farms Along The Rio Chama

3 sites · RVs, Tents1049 acres · Hernandez, NM

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B6k5EfY13/ Video Tour #1 including live Elk LINK..... https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Pn8w2gTSy/ Video Tour #2 on demand Hipcamp Nighttine Campsite set up......... Located minutes from the comforts of civilization in a 10.5 acre ranch setting with easy access for cars just off US Hyw 84/285 near Romeros Fruit Stand opens up to a private paradise getaway with both on and off grid level RV campsites and plenty of tent campsite hosting 2 ponds fed by the United States oldest Ditch (San Jose Acequia Madre) established in 1600 . Accessible by car are 2 level (30AMP) RV spaces and enough level tent ⛺️ campsites to host a family reunion or other special event. Running well water and electricity on site. For the brave at heart for adventure off grid camping 🏕 sites or RV parking is also available in the 🌎 planets largest Cottonwood Forest home to Bear, Elk, Deer and a host of other wildlife along the Rio Chama River. This off grid paradise is accessible by 4WD SUV, truck or walking. Mix up the daily humbug any time of year and stay with us safely, securely, discretely, confidently whether your on vacation or just feel like being 1 with mother nature overnight.. Let us be you nature getaway home away from hone. Our Mission at North 40 Farms RV & Tent Campsite is turning your stay with us into a life long friendship built on quality positive experiences, professionalism, dedication to our guests needs, individualized custom customer service with a smile. Thank you for choosing Hipcamp & North 40 Farms. Blessings 🙌

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2 sites · RVs5 acres · El Rito, NM

Learn more about this land:5 acres, long range surrounding hills views , peaceful calm ,relaxing , Great star gazing place to be , along with peace and quiet , great hosting person who makes you feel at home .

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Enchanted Circle Campground (E<<)

13 sites · RVs, Tents161 acres · Angel Fire, NM

The Enchanted Circle Campground sits on the Avalon Ranch. It is 161 owned acres surrounded by a state trust lease. We are very proud to have been voted #1 Campground in NM 4 years in a row. We have 8 RV/tent sites to choose from. Campfires are permitted, and pets are welcome. Potable water is available as well as a portable toilet. Wi-Fi is available at the office and fishing lake. For cooking, you will have a fire pit, with a small grill. With the grill, you will have tongs, a spatula and a grill brush. A fire extinguisher and a shovel. The property was originally homesteaded in 1893. It was also the first potato farm in NM. It has seven ground-fed springs that run year-round. They converge after filling 4 of our ponds in the marshland where the potatoes were grown. A family of 4 lived in the first dwelling built here, not much larger than a shed. Since that time 2 homes, 1 of which still stands, a barn, a smokehouse, and 4 outbuildings were constructed. There are old wagons and farm equipment from the late 1800s and early 1900's still strewn about the ranch. We are home to Huge herds of Elk, mule deer, turkeys, prairie dogs, eagles, black bears, 9 horses, chickens, pigs, goats, our 3 dogs and 3 cats, and the occasional Mountain Lion. We live here year-round. We love our land and want to share it with others. I am a Veteran and our intent is to eventually have a Veterans Retreat facility here. Not a retreat itself, but rather a location for all of the retreats, nationwide, to be able to utilize, so they can use the funds they have to do what they do best. You are helping to make that possible. We do pride ourselves on minimally impacting our land. We strive to keep it clean and as close to nature as we can. We encourage you to leave it better than you found it, as it is only making it that much better. We encourage you to get out and explore. Trailblaze. Be a pioneer. Go wherever you feel lead. And as always, Veterans, LEOs, and Fire Fighters are always free for one night up to 4 guests.

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Abiquiu Tiny House

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Abiquiu , NM

Situated at 6300 ft. above sea level the Chama River Valley is surrounded by forested mountains. There is white water rafting on the Rio Chama and Rio Grande Rivers nearby during spring and summer. Within an hour there are ski areas at Taos and Santa Fe during the winter. Ojo Caliente Hot Springs is 17 miles away and has a full spa and restaurant. There are beautiful hiking trails throughout the area and Abiquiu Lake is less than 20 minutes away. The location of the Tiny House is in a quiet, private and beautiful setting. Abiquiu Lake is only 15 minutes away for fun swimming, Ghost Ranch is 20 minutes away and has 3 beautiful hikes. Santa Fe and Taos are 60 minutes away. The tiny house is a healthy house built on the golden mean and has no electrical radiation inside except wi-fi. All material used are nontoxic.Notable aspect. There are no pets allowed on the property.

North 40 Farms Along The Rio Chama

3 sites · RVs, Tents1049 acres · Hernandez, NM

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B6k5EfY13/ Video Tour #1 including live Elk LINK..... https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Pn8w2gTSy/ Video Tour #2 on demand Hipcamp Nighttine Campsite set up......... Located minutes from the comforts of civilization in a 10.5 acre ranch setting with easy access for cars just off US Hyw 84/285 near Romeros Fruit Stand opens up to a private paradise getaway with both on and off grid level RV campsites and plenty of tent campsite hosting 2 ponds fed by the United States oldest Ditch (San Jose Acequia Madre) established in 1600 . Accessible by car are 2 level (30AMP) RV spaces and enough level tent ⛺️ campsites to host a family reunion or other special event. Running well water and electricity on site. For the brave at heart for adventure off grid camping 🏕 sites or RV parking is also available in the 🌎 planets largest Cottonwood Forest home to Bear, Elk, Deer and a host of other wildlife along the Rio Chama River. This off grid paradise is accessible by 4WD SUV, truck or walking. Mix up the daily humbug any time of year and stay with us safely, securely, discretely, confidently whether your on vacation or just feel like being 1 with mother nature overnight.. Let us be you nature getaway home away from hone. Our Mission at North 40 Farms RV & Tent Campsite is turning your stay with us into a life long friendship built on quality positive experiences, professionalism, dedication to our guests needs, individualized custom customer service with a smile. Thank you for choosing Hipcamp & North 40 Farms. Blessings 🙌

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South Boundary Yurt in Taos Canyon

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Angel Fire, NM

Learn more about this land:The South Boundary yurt is a great place to launch your next outdoor adventures . Perched at the top of Taos Canyon at 8600ft, forests give way to incredible mountain views. You are surrounded by the Sangre De Cristo Mountains with endless trails and forest roads for mountain biking or hiking . In the heart of the Enchanted Circle with Historic town of Taos, Angel Fire Resort, Eagles Nest Lake, Red River and the Rio Grande del Norte National monument all at your finger tips.

Wild Horse Mesa Retreat

1 site · RV, Tent35 acres · CO

Wild Horse Mesa Retreat: 35 Acres of Natural Serenity Discover the beauty of Wild Horse Mesa in San Luis, Colorado, with our expansive 35-acre property. Perfect for those seeking a true escape into nature, this site offers the ideal backdrop for primitive camping and outdoor adventures. Property Highlights: Scenic Landscape: Enjoy the stunning views surrounded by dense sagebrush and majestic old-growth trees. Whether you’re setting up camp or enjoying a sunset, the natural beauty is truly captivating. Camping Options: Perfect for tent camping or boon-docking for campers and RVs, there’s plenty of space to find your ideal spot. Experience the serenity of the outdoors with all the space you need. Fire Pit: Gather around our rustic rock fire pit for storytelling and stargazing in the crisp night air. Location Benefits: Outdoor Recreation: Just a short drive to Sanchez Reservoir and the Rio Grande, where you can fish, kayak, or simply enjoy the serene waters. Skiing Adventures: Only 45 minutes to Red River Ski Ranch and 1.5 hours to Taos Ski Resort, making it perfect for winter sports enthusiasts. Local Attractions: The San Luis Valley and area is filled with so much to do! From the many Hot Springs to the Colorado Gator Farm, to the local national forest and recreation areas, the day excursions are endless. Natural Wonders: Explore the breathtaking Great Sand Dunes National Park, just 50 minutes away, for unique hiking and exploration opportunities. Wildlife Watching: Experience the abundant wildlife that calls this area home. From birds to deer and wild horses, the surroundings provide ample opportunities for nature observation. Stargazing: One of the darkest areas of our country, offering a view of the night sky where your only light pollution comes from the moon's brightness Access: Enjoy dirt road access leading to your private retreat, ensuring a true getaway from the hustle and bustle. Book your stay at Wild Horse Mesa and immerse yourself in the peaceful splendor of Colorado’s wild landscapes. Create unforgettable memories in this natural haven!

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2 sites · RVs5 acres · El Rito, NM

Learn more about this land:5 acres, long range surrounding hills views , peaceful calm ,relaxing , Great star gazing place to be , along with peace and quiet , great hosting person who makes you feel at home .

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Lakeside camping near Taos guide

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Looking for the perfect camping experience near Taos, New Mexico, with a stunning lake view? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 399 options available, you're sure to find the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Enjoy the serene beauty of nature while indulging in popular activities like whitewater paddling, surfing, and biking. Some top campsites to consider include Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), Rabbit Hole Ranch (259 reviews), and Hermitory (202 reviews). And with amenities like showers, campfires, and trash services, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. Start planning your lakeside camping adventure now!