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Chaco Culture National Historical Park › New Mexico
› San Juan County
› Gallo Campground
› Campsite #14
Campsite #14 at Gallo Campground, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, NM
$20
Campsite #14
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 40 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | fair |
2/25
3/1
Campsite #14 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 40ft driveway, Fire ring, Picnic Table, RV Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 68% |
| 4 star | | 24% |
| 3 star | | 4% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 4% |
@WilliamB132333 · Camped on Dec 8, 2025 at Campsite #14
No frills really but the heated bathrooms in winter are a game changer. Thank you.
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@WilliamB132333 · Camped on Sep 14, 2025 at Campsite #14
It has been 43 years since we last visited and camped in Chaco Canyon. The access road now follows a different route and we found the new road to be much friendlier for vehicular travel. All of the staff were so helpful, friendly, and professional. The campsites (tent camping) were well maintained, as were the restroom facilities. The night skies were spectacular and we enjoyed exploring the many petroglyph sites in the daytime. As in the past, we truly enjoyed visiting the amazing habitation sites and found the footpaths to be well-maintained as well. All in all, mid-September was a great time to enjoy Chaco Canyon and camp at Gallo Campground.
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@MarvinLE54CB5B · Camped on May 26, 2025 at Campsite #14
Very well kept camp sites. Facilities were very clean and well maintained. Trails were well marked with spectacular views.
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@BruceM1268542 · Camped on Mar 1, 2025 at Campsite #14
Great location close to some epic history. Campsite and restroom was clean.
@DavidW7736336 · Camped on Sep 13, 2024 at Campsite #14
We came in a small RV and were prepared for no electrical connection, water, hot showers, or sewer service. We were pleased to find that drinking water was available and there there were nice bathrooms with flush toilets. The sites were nice with adequate space between adjacent sites. Of course, the road in (from the north) was challenging and very rough in places, but not too bad if one is not in a hurry. Of course, seeing and learning about the ruins makes it completely worthwhile. The visitors center is excellent. We wished we had had a bit more time and would come again.
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@ReubenP22E431D · Camped on Aug 4, 2024 at Campsite #14
If you can get through the rough roads to access the park, then you will be in for a magical stay at Chaco Canyon. Gallow campgrounds location is its biggest benefit, as the campsites are primitive. This place is special and well worth the trip.
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@WilliamC221307 · Camped on Jun 11, 2024 at Campsite #14
Chaco is a great place to pray, ponder and plan - and re-boot.I used to visit twice a year, but always try and spend at least 2 nights under the stars.I was very surprised to see the calamity of the rockfall, but was very impressed how the park took care in letting folks gander at it, and closed only the minimal amount of campsites.A shout-out to the camp Ranger Carl, who helped me jumpstart my truck the morning of my departure. I made it to Cuba safely, and purchased a battery.I regret the tribe won't and don't do ANY thing about the road into the Park...One has to realize the indigenous don't really WANT people there. Shame.
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@MikeE418600243 · Camped on May 6, 2024 at Campsite #14
As most visitors have said the two roads to the campground and visitor's center are very rough especially when pulling a camper - you just need to take them slow and be mindful of the conditions (it is best to try and reach the turn offs from the main highways fairly early in the day so you don't have to drive the dirt in the dark). The campground is very basic but that isn't the reason for visiting the area. Windy conditions made our stay a little uncomfortable, but it was still a very worthwhile trip.
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@AndyS5016117 · Camped on Apr 16, 2024 at Campsite #14
While the sites are very close together, the campground is very well maintained and clean. The restrooms are very clean and the running water was a definite plus.
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@JanetZ5966433 · Camped on Nov 15, 2023 at Campsite #14
Wonderful, beautiful place. Maybe due to the locations spiritual roots or maybe because of the long bumpy drive in, Gallo is one of the most peaceful and quiet campground weve camped in. I only wish wed heeded the sign about the southern route out. It had rained for a few days when we were camping and we did slide off the road on the way out.
@RichardM509620 · Camped on Nov 5, 2023 at Campsite #14
We have been to Chaco Canyon and the Gallo Campground many times. The campground is basic, but adequate, the facilities are kept clean and usually it's quite peaceful, baring the occasional camper with the Harbor Freight generator.My primary complaint is that the Recreation.gov site often indicates the campground is almost full, when in fact there are a number of vacant sites. For example, I checked for available sites two days in advance and found a single site, which I reserved. The evening of our reservation we arrived just after 5pm to see a sign at the campground entrance indicating eight sites available. What's happening here? This can make it discouraging if you haven't been successful at reserving a site. Do you drive 20 miles of rough road just hoping there are sites available?
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@DanielB4603573 · Camped on Oct 29, 2023 at Campsite #14
Campground Host was so welcoming and friendly and helpful. A real nice touch. Chaco awe inspiring as always and the campground right in it. Restrooms were spotless (and warm). Darn genny that ran and ran on someones rig (why dont they all go solar!) but other than that a peaceful stay.
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@DerekL4870960 · Camped on Oct 11, 2023 at Campsite #14
Gallo Campground is overall very nice & the filtered drinking water & service sink are much appreciated extras! Like a lot of NPS campgrounds, only one sink in the bathroom is a real choke point at peak usage times. A minor point is that it would be nice if closures for cleaning were at a set time which would be posted & not at peak useage times. Given the demand & closure of many sites due to rockfall risk, it would be great if the campground was expanded.
@AndrewH3730305 · Camped on Sep 5, 2023 at Campsite #14
Excellent campground, clean bathrooms & cold filtered water station. Easy access to visitor center, guided and/or self guided tours through the ruins. Stargazing is fantastic in among the ruins!
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@JoeB9521197 · Camped on May 13, 2023 at Campsite #14
O enough ght sray is not enough. Try 3.
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@CharlesT783946 · Camped on May 3, 2023 at Campsite #14
Nice quiet campground, though very windy. That road coming in from the south ought to be closed. It’s dangerously rough.
@CharlesT783946 · Camped on May 3, 2023 at Campsite #14
Nice quiet campground, though very windy. That road coming in from the south ought to be closed. Its dangerously rough.
@DeborahP845813 · Camped on Apr 9, 2023 at Campsite #14
Love camping at Chaco Canyonthe only way to truly experience the magic. Sites are a bit close, but everyone is mostly respectful of other campers.
@DeborahP845813 · Camped on Apr 9, 2023 at Campsite #14
Love camping at Chaco Canyon—the only way to truly experience the magic. Sites are a bit close, but everyone is mostly respectful of other campers.
@KatrinaB976527 · Camped on Mar 27, 2023 at Campsite #14
Quiet unique with some ruins located within the campground that made nice morning coffee walk
@JohnH2789214 · Camped on Feb 11, 2023 at Campsite #14
There is a 20 mile dirt road, with severe washboarding. Then a gully you have to drive through with water running through it road is impassable and they will not refund the money you paid for your reservation.
@DavidM1864120 · Camped on Nov 25, 2022 at Campsite #14
It was super cold, bring fire wood
@DeborahP845813 · Camped on Oct 31, 2022 at Campsite #14
Camping at Chaco for several days is the best way to experience and explore this special place. Sites are a bit close together.
@PaulM6940902 · Camped on Oct 9, 2022 at Campsite #14
We loved that there are archaeological sites right on the campground. The views and sunsets are very nice, too. The sites are closely spaced but not to the point of being a problem. We were at the Far East end of the loop and directly downwind from the neighbors campfire. That was the only issue we had -pretty minor. The description is not kidding about the last 3 miles of the road being rough. Pack your RV accordingly
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@TinaK9032A1011 · Camped on Sep 22, 2022 at Campsite #14
Incredible campground in a very special place! The road from the south was a tough approach in a 4 x 4 Sprinter due to heavy rainfall (and the road being washed out in sections), but we made it!
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