Rockhound State Park
New Mexico State Park
Write a Review 9880 Stirrup Rd SE Deming, NM 88030 575-546-6182 Reservations: 877-664-7787 Official WebsiteGPS: 32.186, -107.6122
Overview of Rockhound State Park
Last Price Paid: $14
Reported by Willy Walkmore on 3/5/2021
Longest RV Reported: 36 feet
Reported by Cajuntrippers on 5/1/2018
Number of Sites 29
Reservations yes
Elevation 4,560 ft / 1,389 m
Max Length 45 ft
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Reviews of Rockhound State Park 39 people have reviewed this location.
“Great clean park”
Reviewed 3/5/2021
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 16 |
NM state parks opened camping to non residents on Feb 28. We snagged a few nights here at Rockhound. Camping is by reservation only, group area and dry camping remain closed. Visitors center is closed. Electric sites are $14 plus $4/day fee for online reservation. Nice clean park with two short hiking trails accessible from camp are... more
NM state parks opened camping to non residents on Feb 28. We snagged a few nights here at Rockhound. Camping is by reservation only, group area and dry camping remain closed. Visitors center is closed. Electric sites are $14 plus $4/day fee for online reservation.
Nice clean park with two short hiking trails accessible from camp area. Several geocaches here as well! We didn't use the bathroom (host said the showers were closed) so can't comment on that. Clean dump station, nice to have it all be downhill and not up and over a curb.
Met by host on gator cart who drove us up to our site. Site 16 is up at the top of the hill (the whole campground is on the side of the hill). Our 36' class a leveled ok but we did put out the booster step at our entry. I was very impressed at how level the sites were in spite of the natural terrain.
All sites have a picnic table, cover, and fire pit/grill along with 30 amp electric and water. Cell service was good, I'd recommend grocery shopping at Peppers, local Walmart was clean for supplies. Took a day trip up to Hatch for lunch (Sparkys) and shopping. DH Lescombes is a local winery in town, open for tastings now along with purchases.
Great views of the sunset, quiet although windy, especially this time of year. Definitely recommend!
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“Closed unless your a New Mexico resident ”
Reviewed 12/9/2020
Days stayed: | 0 |
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We pulled off down the road. A dirt road and pulled off the road and stopped and stayed there. 1 night only 1 car drove by. Free. Quiet.
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“Another excellent New Mexico state park!”
Reviewed 11/2/2020
Nightly rate: | $4 |
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Days stayed: | 5 |
Site Number: | 11 & 14 |
I invested in an annual New Mexico State Parks Annual Pass for $180 and and am very happy that I did. The normal nightly rate is $14 but the annual pass gives you a $10 discount so I saved $50 already this trip. It will pay for itself in no time. I stayed at site 11 for the first 4 nights and decided to stay one more but had to ... more
I invested in an annual New Mexico State Parks Annual Pass for $180 and and am very happy that I did. The normal nightly rate is $14 but the annual pass gives you a $10 discount so I saved $50 already this trip. It will pay for itself in no time.
I stayed at site 11 for the first 4 nights and decided to stay one more but had to move to 14. Site 11 is a pull through and has FULL hookups... electric, water, AND sewage. Depending on the placement of the black/grey tank(s) on your rig, you may need at least a 20' hose to reach the dump. Site 14 has water and electric only but there is a dump in the park. Although the parking at the site is gravel, they didn't require leveling side to side. The park restrooms/showers are the nicest, cleanest public facilities I've ever seen! Camp host was extremely helpful and friendly, meeting us at the entrance and guiding us to our site. Sites have a picnic table/shelter on a cement pad and fire ring/barbecue grill. Although I only had 2 bars LTE on Verizon, service was great and able to support work and school on 3 devices.
There is an easy hiking trail that takes you about 1/3 up the mountain and across to the other side of the campground. Spring Canyon State Park (day use only) is only 3 miles away and has some more advanced trails. The only issue I had was the wind. I would recommend putting your awning up at night because the winds come strong and without warning. Will definitely stay here again.
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“Stunning views, wonderful trails - Love Rockhound!”
Reviewed 4/7/2020
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 7 |
Site Number: | 17 |
Camped in a 35” motorhome. We are self-contained so cannot comment on restrooms/shower facilities. Water and electric. Dump station on site. Site #17. We love this campground – will return. Pros – - Stunning views of the mountains and valley - Hiking trails in the Park as well as in the nearby Spring Canyon area - Camp Host... more
Camped in a 35” motorhome. We are self-contained so cannot comment on restrooms/shower facilities. Water and electric. Dump station on site. Site #17. We love this campground – will return.
Pros –
- Stunning views of the mountains and valley
- Hiking trails in the Park as well as in the nearby Spring Canyon area
- Camp Hosts are very friendly and informative
- Fairly close to Demming, NM. Don’t miss the Museum in Demming.
Cons –
- None.
Gina would stay here again
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“Very accomodating camp host and a unique setting.”
Reviewed 3/9/2020
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | Group #1 |
Arrived on a Saturday in early March expecting to take a primitive site and hope that an electric site would open up on Sunday. The camp host directed us to the Group Camp where we had electric and water and 2 other neighbors. Turned out to be a great site and we stayed there for the 3 nights. A unique park located on a hillside wit... more
Arrived on a Saturday in early March expecting to take a primitive site and hope that an electric site would open up on Sunday. The camp host directed us to the Group Camp where we had electric and water and 2 other neighbors. Turned out to be a great site and we stayed there for the 3 nights.
A unique park located on a hillside with terraced sites where everyone would get a great view of the valley below. Good hiking at neighboring Canyon Springs (4 miles away) and part of Rock Hound.
Very busy. While some campers left each morning, the vacated spots were swiped very quickly. Reservations (though they don't have many reservation sites) would be helpful.
Great spot. Would definitely camp here again.
Iowa Pete would stay here again
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“I hope to be back”
Reviewed 2/2/2020
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 35 |
This was an unexpectedly nice campground with gorgeous views. We decided at the last minute on Friday to call for availability and were told there were dry camping spots. When we arrived at about 4 pm, the camp host drove up in a golf cart and we followed to a beautiful, spacious location with a covered picnic table, and large area fo... more
This was an unexpectedly nice campground with gorgeous views. We decided at the last minute on Friday to call for availability and were told there were dry camping spots. When we arrived at about 4 pm, the camp host drove up in a golf cart and we followed to a beautiful, spacious location with a covered picnic table, and large area for our 5th wheel and truck. This is one of the few parks where you can hike off trail and pick up rocks.
Artzdeb would stay here again
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“Okay overnight; not much to do”
Reviewed 12/25/2019
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
This is a small state park with only about 2 miles of trail. Not much to do in the park; more trails would be a good thing.
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“Beautiful Views, Quiet, Clean”
Reviewed 12/10/2019
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
Site Number: | 27 |
Reserve spots booked for 4 months. First come for others. Elec/H2O nearly always full. Start in non-elec and wait for spot to open. Gotta be quick! Wonderful, helpful hosts. Exceptionally clean facilities. Large spots. Fun rockhounding! Even though is nearly always full, it's very quiet after dark. Wonderful spot in the desert.
2hsprn would stay here again
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“Cute campground with good exploring opportunities ”
Reviewed 12/8/2019
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
The campground was full but the hosts (super nice couple) let me stay in the day use area. Costs 10- cash or check only. Not a ton of privacy, but not terrible. Fun are to explore and looks for cool rocks. It’s obvious though, that the area has been scoured so you have to go deep to find anything worth keeping. Saw a huge tarantula!
Dallyroo would stay here again
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“Super clean and quiet great spot”
Reviewed 11/25/2019
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Site Number: | 4 |
Did the late check in all the 30 amp spots were taken, but a few dry camping spots were available. Really nice spot road was paved the whole way. Super Ez to find. If you can get a spot its a great place to relax. Quiet Monday through Friday. More traffic on weekends with local hikers in and out, but still a sweet spot. Cell signal for... more
Did the late check in all the 30 amp spots were taken, but a few dry camping spots were available. Really nice spot road was paved the whole way. Super Ez to find. If you can get a spot its a great place to relax. Quiet Monday through Friday. More traffic on weekends with local hikers in and out, but still a sweet spot. Cell signal for verizon was a lil weak 3 bars but still was able the use wifi and cell no problem.
Chris would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dump station
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- water available
Pets
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