Best camping near Penasco
41 campgrounds · 41 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Penasco, New Mexico — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 41 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Hodges
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Hodges camping area is a popular destination in the state of New Mexico for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. The campground offers various amenities to…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 40 things to do within 15 mi
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S⛰
#2
Santa Barbara
Good
9.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Santa Barbara camping area, located in the state of New Mexico, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides picnic tables, fire pits, and restroom…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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S⛰
#3
Santa Barbara Campground
Good
9.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Santa Barbara Campground is a beautiful camping area located in the state of New Mexico. It offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The campground…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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T⛰
#4
Trampas Diamante Campground
Good
10.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Trampas Diamante Campground is situated in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in northern New Mexico, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The area is…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Llanito Frio Campground
Good
6.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Located in the Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, Llanito Frio Campground offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The nearby Cimarron River…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 46 things to do within 15 mi
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C⛰
#6
Comales
Good
6.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Comales camping area, located in the state of New Mexico, offers campers a tranquil and picturesque experience in nature. The campground provides a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 46 things to do within 15 mi
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T⛰
#7
Trampas Medio Campground
Good
11.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Trampas Medio Campground in New Mexico is a charming and remote camping area that offers breathtaking views of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. The surrounding area is filled with…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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C⛰
#8
Comales Campground
Good
6.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Comales Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of New Mexico. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 46 things to do within 15 mi
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T⛰
#9
Trampas Campground
Good
11.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Trampas Campground is a beautiful camping area nestled in the mountains of northern New Mexico, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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A⛰
#10
Arroyo Hondo Campground
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Arroyo Hondo Campground is a charming camping area located in the state of New Mexico. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 44 things to do within 15 mi
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P⛰
#11
Pilar Campground
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Pilar Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of New Mexico. Offering a serene escape surrounded by natural beauty, this campground provides several…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 44 things to do within 15 mi
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P⛰
#12
Pilar
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Pilar camping area, located in the state of New Mexico, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground features picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 44 things to do within 15 mi
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O⛰
#13
Orilla Verde Rec Area
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Orilla Verde Rec Area is a beautiful camping area located in New Mexico. It offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The campground provides picnic…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 44 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Rio Bravo
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Rio Bravo camping area is located in the state of New Mexico and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire pits, and clean…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 44 things to do within 15 mi
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R⛰
#15
Rio Bravo Campground
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Rio Bravo Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of New Mexico. Nestled in a scenic setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 44 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Penasco
The Penasco area has 41 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Penasco
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.