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Camp Rio

95%

· Mayhill, Otero, New Mexico

9 acres hosted by Camp M.

6 lodging sites · 1 RV/tent site · 11 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in New Mexico: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Full RV hookups

Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at select sites.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Camp Rio, formerly named Camp @ Cloudcroft is located in beautiful SE New Mexico! The park is surrounded by thousands of acres of the Lincoln National Forest. The forest is laced with small villages, picturesque roads, riding, hiking, golf, and walking trails. Small valleys, surrounding mountains, racing streams, wildlife, birds, mountain glens and outdoor activities are available to Camp Rio guests. The small towns around us are Mayhill, Cloudcroft, Weed, and Pinion. These towns have scheduled activities such as arts and craft fairs, car shows, bluegrass festivals, dog shows, and Lumberjack days. Additional day trips to Alamogordo, Capitan (Smokey the Bear), Carlsbad, Las Cruces, Lincoln (Billy the Kid), Ruidoso (skiing), Sunspot (National Solar Observatory, Truth or Consequences (Hot Springs) and White Sands National Monument! Guests enjoy our upgraded free wifi to have the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful nature, while still being able to connect with family/friends/work. Our location is superb to use as a base camp for numerous attractions as a centralized location to have many adventures.

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Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Mountainous

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95%

249 ratings · 181 reviews

Luis H.doesn't recommend

November 26, 2024

Site 11 - Camp Rio RV Sites

I booked two nights but only stayed one. I asked for a refund for the second through the hipcamp ap and they just didn't reply.

Shelise D.recommends

November 18, 2024

Site 11 - Camp Rio RV Sites

Nomad who needs a clean bathroom

The bathrooms were warm, clean and had consistent hot water! Water and power hook-up worked, as advertised. I used the pavilion to work out and it was clean (no hot water to wash dishes). I wouldn't say that my spot was "romantic" but the grounds were beautifully well-kept and the stream featured in all the photos online was as magical as people say. Firewood and a fire ring is $25 extra. The food truck that was open on Fridays had the best elote I have every tasted. The staff we met were all very nice, friendly and personable, with the exception of one male staff who took a rude tone with me about my 12 year old dog being off leash for less than five minutes. I welcome all reminders about the rules, I do not welcome rudeness. So keep your dog on a leash unless you want him to yell at you. Lauri was especially attentive (remembered my name) and wonderful to talk to! Make sure to throw your garbage away at the end of the night and supervise your food, as there was a stray dog that visited often, day and night. My wifi didn't work well in this mountainous valley (Starlink) but I was able to connect to the camp's wifi and was able to work my full schedule. What a god send. No phone service, so be prepared. A little slice of heaven with Elk, wonderful stars and lovely people. I would recommend this place and I would visit it again!

Richard M.recommends

October 20, 2024

Camp Rio Tent Sites

Beautiful campground and friendly staff! Hidden gem of a place.

Michael J.recommends

October 16, 2024

Camp Rio Tent Sites

Nice place but a little crowded and just a little overpriced, very nice staff and location.

Brenna H.recommends

October 7, 2024

Camp Rio Tent Sites

We enjoyed the dog-friendly atmosphere with plenty of shade and a nice stream right in front of our tent. The bathhouses were very nice — plenty of hot water and space to spread out toiletries, etc. Everyone was very nice and welcoming. We would definitely recommend this campground to friends!

Jl M.recommends

October 2, 2024

Site 11 - Camp Rio RV Sites

Awesomeness

The campground itself is very well maintained with clean bathrooms and the campsites electricity and water work. The vibe and the people running it are amazing with accommodating needs and very friendly! There are a variety of choices of campsite types with amenities galore. I highly recommend this place!!

Location

Mayhill, Otero, New Mexico, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Mescalero Apache and Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking