Best camping near Penasco
41 campgrounds · 41 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · 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
Prime
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 85: live conditions (prime) · 40 things to do within 15 mi
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S⛰
#2
Santa Barbara
Prime
9.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
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 85: live conditions (prime) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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S⛰
#3
Santa Barbara Campground
Prime
9.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
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 85: live conditions (prime) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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T⛰
#4
Trampas Diamante Campground
Prime
10.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 85: live conditions (prime) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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L⛰
#5
Llanito Frio Campground
Good
6.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°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 84: 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 51°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°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 84: live conditions (good) · 46 things to do within 15 mi
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T⛰
#7
Trampas Medio Campground
Prime
11.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 85: live conditions (prime) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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C⛰
#8
Comales Campground
Good
6.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°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 84: live conditions (good) · 46 things to do within 15 mi
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T⛰
#9
Trampas Campground
Prime
11.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 85: live conditions (prime) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Arroyo Hondo Campground
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 89°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 84: 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 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 89°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 84: 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 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 89°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 84: 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 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 89°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 84: 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 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 89°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 84: 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 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 89°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 84: 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.