City of Rocks State Park Campground New Mexico
City of Rocks State Park Overview
City of Rocks State Park Campground has 55 campsites set among a spectacular cluster of volcanic rock spires formed millions of years ago. Erosion carved the volcanic rock into blocks and pinnacles up to 40 ft high, forming a maze that resembles an ancient ruined city. About 43 of the sites are reservable. Group camping is also available.
Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs but some are best suited for tent-only camping. The ten RV (electric hookup sites) are good for RVs from 30 to 50 feet. Each site also has a gravel parking spur, table, fire ring and grill. Unlike most desert campgrounds, many campsites are tucked between and beside the giant rock formations, creating private stone “rooms.” The rocks provide wind protection, shade at certain times of day, and excellent photography opportunities.
The campground is open year round. Amenities include potable (drinking) water, flush and vault toilets, hot-water showers, trash collection (dumpsters) and an RV dump station. City of Rocks State Park also has a nice visitor center, day-use/picnic area, campfire center, botanical garden, interpretive trails/tours and 5.5 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.
City of Rocks State Park – Area Recreation & Activities
The park is designated a Dark Sky Park, making it one of the better stargazing locations in southern New Mexico. Campers frequently praise the incredible Milky Way views and exceptionally dark conditions. Other activities include hiking, mountain biking, photography, picnicking and wildlife viewing. You can also click HERE for Park Events.
Two other New Mexico State Parks in the area include Rockhound State Park and Leasburg Dam State Park.
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Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Drinking Water
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Available
- Grills
- Group Pavilion
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Ranger Station
- Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
- Showers
- Trash Collection
- Visitor Center
Activities
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Bouldering
- Hiking
- Historic Sites
- Interpretive Programs
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Programs
- Nature Trails
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Rock Climbing
- Stargazing
- Wildlife Viewing
Faywood, New Mexico 88034
575-536-2800
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Regions
Campsite Types
- ADA
- Electric Hookup
- Group
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
# of Campsites:
55
# of RV Hookup Campsites:
10
Campsite Vehicle Size:
30ft. to 50 ft.
Season:
Year Round
Elevation:
5,200
Dump Station:
In Campground
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City of Rocks State Park Comments & Reviews
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City of Rocks is extraordinary. We stayed there in February 2016 in the electric loop in our 24′ Chinook Destiny. The site was level (no blocks needed) and very clean. The primitive campsites among the rocks in the Pegasus campground looked like the coolest spots ever. One group of campers used the tall rocks at their site to show a “drive-in” movie one night (the sound of which was not detectable to other campers.) The hike around the Hydra trail was easy and peaceful. The restrooms and free showers were clean and adequate. There is a little garden area just outside the visitor center with stocked bird feeders, wildlife water fonts, and benches, which is a lovely little area to sit quietly and observe nature. We saw rabbits, quail, finches, and great horned owls. The sunsets are unparalleled, and the night sky offers spectacular star-gazing.
Joodie, Thanks so much for your great info in your review. We are considering going there in mid-March, a couple weeks from now. Your insight gives us answers we need, we appreciate it. Thanks!
City of Rocks is otherworldly! We’ve returned for another stay because it’s amazing. The campsites are distributed amongst the giant rocks, most well situated for privacy and sweeping vistas (RV area excepted). The dark night sky will delight even the most serious ‘stargazer’. The park has embraced this theme, naming its sites after constellations and offering monthly sky viewing at its little observatory. The compact park’s four main hikes vary from simple walks to an uphill trail on the scenic Table Mountain ~ which at 5700+ ft., rewards with panoramic views. Facilities are well maintained and park access is good. All in all, City of Rocks is superb and we’ll keep returning. L+P in a 25′ Airstream
L Anglin, Thanks for your info in your review, it helps us plan a camping trip there in a couple weeks. Thanks!