City of Rocks State Park
New Mexico State Park
Write a Review 327 Hwy 61 Faywood, NM 88034 575-536-2800 Official WebsiteGPS: 32.588, -107.9746
Overview of City of Rocks State Park
Last Price Paid: $19
Reported by Iowa Pete on 1/23/2021
Longest RV Reported: 42 feet
Reported by NICKFIO2 on 1/20/2018
Number of Sites 52
Reservations yes
Elevation 5,216 ft / 1,589 m
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of City of Rocks State Park 43 people have reviewed this location.
“Spectacular with an awesome hike”
Reviewed 1/23/2021
Nightly rate: | $19 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Stayed in the electric area in December 2019. Price above includes a $5 charge per day for an extra vehicle. Roomy, level sites with a picnic table on a concrete pad with a sunshade. Aside from all the accolades about the rock formations and camping within them (all true!!), we found the Table Rock hike to be awesome. A fairly stre... more
Stayed in the electric area in December 2019. Price above includes a $5 charge per day for an extra vehicle. Roomy, level sites with a picnic table on a concrete pad with a sunshade.
Aside from all the accolades about the rock formations and camping within them (all true!!), we found the Table Rock hike to be awesome. A fairly strenuous climb up, the hike ends with a terrific view of the "city" when you arrive at the top. The Hydra trail around the perimeter of the rocks is a worthwhile hike as well. If trying to follow a trail in and among the rocks themselves -- beware that sometimes it is almost impossible to figure out which way to go and it is fairly easy to lose your way as well.
Iowa Pete would stay here again
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“Very Unique but wonderful place to hike and camp.”
Reviewed 4/7/2020
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 8 |
Site Number: | 7 |
Camped in a 35” motorhome. We are self-contained so cannot comment on restrooms/shower facilities. Water and electric. Dump station not on site. Site #07. Love this campground – will return. Pros – - Incredible views of the mountains and rocks. - Bike and hiking trails all around the area. - Park hosts and visitor center w... more
Camped in a 35” motorhome. We are self-contained so cannot comment on restrooms/shower facilities. Water and electric. Dump station not on site. Site #07. Love this campground – will return.
Pros –
- Incredible views of the mountains and rocks.
- Bike and hiking trails all around the area.
- Park hosts and visitor center workers are very friendly and informative.
- Sites are spacious and surrounded by cactus and vegetation.
- Very unique campground
Cons –
- No dump station on site but one down the road at the Valero
- Only 10 sites with electric.
Gina would stay here again
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“Fantastic!”
Reviewed 2/20/2020
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 7 |
Love love this place- amazing rocks and stars at night- very peaceful!
Joh would stay here again
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“Fun Camping in the Rocks”
Reviewed 2/9/2020
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 6 |
Loved the camping experience. Dry camping sites are situated in the rocks. Not all sites are suitable for RV or travel trailer because sites are not very level. Electrical sites are good for big rigs and larger travel trailers but may not be available.
MccauleyClan would stay here again
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“Unique and beautiful”
Reviewed 1/16/2020
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 30A |
Very unique camping location amongst the rocks. Spend several hours exploring through the rocks and seeking out the petroglyphs. Also while here visited the Gila Cliff Dwelling National Monument a couple hours away but well worth the drive and experience. Approximately 15 sites with electric and water by reservation and another dry cam... more
Very unique camping location amongst the rocks. Spend several hours exploring through the rocks and seeking out the petroglyphs. Also while here visited the Gila Cliff Dwelling National Monument a couple hours away but well worth the drive and experience. Approximately 15 sites with electric and water by reservation and another dry camping area that accepts reservations. Recommend visiting here for anyone near the area. Most sites are among or in the shadows of the rocks and almost all very private. Also great elevated viewing area a short drive or walk away.
Jim would stay here again
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“Incredible! Stay Here!”
Reviewed 11/20/2019
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 17 |
About 25-30 mins off the I-10 near Deming and absolutely worth the detour! Impeccably clean, wonderful staff, beautiful scenery and rocks. Lovely hiking and biking trails. The best spots are dry camping. Be sure to come with full batteries, propane, water and empty tanks. There are no hookups at the dry camping spots nor water fill up ... more
About 25-30 mins off the I-10 near Deming and absolutely worth the detour! Impeccably clean, wonderful staff, beautiful scenery and rocks. Lovely hiking and biking trails. The best spots are dry camping. Be sure to come with full batteries, propane, water and empty tanks. There are no hookups at the dry camping spots nor water fill up or a dump station, so come prepared. Absolutely worth dry camping. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful. We recommend a cell booster if you need to be connected. AT&T was a bit spotty (no bars at most 2) but with a booster we were able to work between hikes.
Wandering America would stay here again
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“Nice rocks”
Reviewed 10/15/2019
The area has nice rocks but there’s no hot water so the showers are kind of worthless. There’s not very many water pumps to get some water. There’s a lot of flies and without the shade Cabana type things the sun just beats down on you relentlessly. Pit toilets are clean and there’s a nice space between each site, but I don’t think I’ll... more
The area has nice rocks but there’s no hot water so the showers are kind of worthless. There’s not very many water pumps to get some water. There’s a lot of flies and without the shade Cabana type things the sun just beats down on you relentlessly. Pit toilets are clean and there’s a nice space between each site, but I don’t think I’ll come back.
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“Great getaway”
Reviewed 6/7/2019
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 18 |
We saw this state park surfing YouTube adventures from other campers and put it on our list to visit. We were not disappointed. Although we could only book one night passing by, we will be back again. They do have a few sites with elec/water, but were already taken so we elected to boondock for the first time in our 38’ Class A. I did ... more
We saw this state park surfing YouTube adventures from other campers and put it on our list to visit. We were not disappointed. Although we could only book one night passing by, we will be back again. They do have a few sites with elec/water, but were already taken so we elected to boondock for the first time in our 38’ Class A. I did my research from others to confirm maneuverability, leveled sites, etc. and managed just fine. We did unhook our Colorado truck before parking at the campsite (#18 is big) to face the greatest view ever and watch the sunset. Amazing rocks, trails and various types of cactus producing flowers. Best of all was the cool temps and incredible star gazing. Wow! Non-electric sites are spacious and fairly private. Park provides tables and fire rings also. Gravel roads but condition good. Saw lots of Jackrabbits. Generators have quiet time from 10pm-7am. Just opened the windows and it was cool and quiet.
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“Amazing Scenery!”
Reviewed 5/25/2019
Nightly rate: | $4 |
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Days stayed: | 9 |
Site Number: | E5 |
This is a nicely kept park. There is one area for those wanting hookups, but if you want to be nestled near the boulders, the parks are all dry camping. You can wander around the boulders and you'll be amazed by what was created by a volcano centuries ago. Definitely well worth the visit. See photos here! https://landcruisingadv... more
This is a nicely kept park. There is one area for those wanting hookups, but if you want to be nestled near the boulders, the parks are all dry camping. You can wander around the boulders and you'll be amazed by what was created by a volcano centuries ago. Definitely well worth the visit. See photos here! https://landcruisingadventure.blogspot.com/2019/05/city-of-rocks-state-park-new-mexico.html
Sloopygirl would stay here again
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“Magical scenery”
Reviewed 3/30/2019
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 1 |
Easy to get here. No problems with self-pay for camping and there is a visitor center with very helpful and pleasant staff if help is needed. We stayed in 1 of the 10 electrical hook up spots. We rode our bikes around the trails which were well-kept. The only minus that I found was that there is no dump station at this park, but we we... more
Easy to get here. No problems with self-pay for camping and there is a visitor center with very helpful and pleasant staff if help is needed. We stayed in 1 of the 10 electrical hook up spots. We rode our bikes around the trails which were well-kept. The only minus that I found was that there is no dump station at this park, but we were told about a free dump station in Deming that is not too far.
Tammyb would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- group sites
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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