Cochiti Area, NM - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Cochiti Area in Sandoval County is located 40 min west of Santa Fe, NM with an elevation of 5,475 feet. There are a total of 80 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the end of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 34 sites have electric and water hookups. 14 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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4.3 out of 5

5 star		57%
4 star		24%
3 star		8%
2 star		6%
1 star		2%

@Christoph76212 · Camped on Apr 21, 2026 at Campsite #64

We stayed in Buffalo Loop and loved the large sites with great views and reliable water and electricity. The bathroom was convenient and showers nice and hot.

@DavidW7736336 · Camped on Apr 21, 2026 at Campsite #16

We stayed at Juniper Loop site 16 for 3 nights and really enjoyed our time there, it was quiet the whole time we were there and had no issues to speak of. We noticed crews were working on improvements throughout the campground including new water and electrical connections and dump stations. There are no sewer connections at sites, however there are dump stations available at different areas throughout the campgrounds including the area where we were staying which we did use on our way out. On Juniper loop some reviews mentioned having to bring 100 of water hose to share spigots between sites, that is no longer the case as each site now has its own water and electrical connections.

@ValerieM103742 · Camped on Apr 19, 2026 at Campsite #35

Cochiti Campground is truly a special placesafe, exceptionally clean, and staffed by some of the friendliest people around. Our time here was peaceful, relaxing, and exactly what we needed. The surrounding landscape is stunning, and New Mexico is one of the most fascinating places Ive ever experienced.

@Maries4811385 · Camped on Apr 19, 2026 at Campsite #73

I liked Cochiti alot, more trees than I thought there would be and since it was April, pretty quiet. I would definitely camp there again.

@AdamMBC895FA6E · Camped on Apr 18, 2026 at Campsite #38

Thank you. Best place ever. Stay gold pony boy.

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@JeffreyP307FAC · Camped on Apr 17, 2026 at Campsite #26

Great Stop on our way West from Texas. Nice and Quiet. We enjoyed riding our bikes around the park.

@NatalieS439488 · Camped on Apr 17, 2026 at Campsite #54

Great campsite. Will definitely return.

@KimP7400835 · Camped on Apr 10, 2026 at Campsite #47

Cochiti lake & campgrounds never fail! Such a peaceful, beautiful gem. Campgrounds are clean, some have hookups. Dump sites are easily accessible. Bring your bicycle & ride across the dam it's a great spin with amazing scenery!

@tonys1459059 · Camped on Apr 6, 2026 at Campsite #66

The restrooms had toilets plugged and were not clean. Just terrible shape. Been coming here for years, this was really bad. Intolerable smell.

@MatthewH260473 · Camped on Apr 5, 2026 at Campsite #63

Very nice grounds, great view, mostly well kept up. However, a fair amount of trash around the area, park lighting mostly did not work, and the community bathroom would have been better off just being closed rather than being open in the condition it was in. Hopefully they will tend to some of the matters. I'd like to stay there again.

@JohnM1144946 · Camped on Apr 2, 2026 at Campsite #51

This campground is beautiful in all respects. Clean and well-maintained. The sites are large (if not particularly level) and many have lovely views of the lake.

@MikeS6104174 · Camped on Apr 1, 2026 at Campsite #52

COE campgrounds are always top notch. This one is no different. They have picnic tables with metal roofs over them, nice asphalt pads, and spacious sites. The views of the lake are amazing. The signage to the campground could be better. You could easily take a wrong turn. Most sites are somewhat level. I had sire 52. It was anything but level. I was 6.5" off level side to side. Therefore I could not extend my slides for fear that they would bind up on the way out or in. Also the turn into and out of the site was very difficult for my 44' motorhome.

@RobertQ4FDB635 · Camped on Mar 31, 2026 at Campsite #61

Very nice and clean. Bathrooms were nice also

@LarryR5427320 · Camped on Mar 30, 2026 at Campsite #59

Restrooms/showers untainted or clean the majority of the stay. Trash dumpsters overflowing.Lack of maintenance being completed on a timely basis, shower heads heads broken clogged toilets, drains backing up.Thankfuly there are periodic Rangers patrolling throughout the day.

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@AndreaS6053955 · Camped on Mar 29, 2026 at Campsite #60

Beautiful recreation area. No wake boating, fishing and swimming. There always seemed to be a nice breeze. Sites were spacious and tiered on a hill so there were views at every site. Went to sleep listening to the coyotes howl after sunset. Showers were pretty warm, certainly warm enough and bathrooms were clean. There's a gas station and laundromat a minute from the entrance and the local golf course has a small restaurant with great burgers.

@ElizabethB5852 · Camped on Mar 26, 2026 at Campsite #66

There were people staying at our site. There was no ranger to assist. The people eventually left but it was horribly uncomfortable and felt unsafe. I tried calling and chatting through recreation.gov. The chat function wasnt working and the phone just kept ringing. I would like a refund if possible. We had children with us and sharing a site we paid for with strangers was not ok. Thank you for your time.

@StuartB5959278 · Camped on Mar 20, 2026 at Campsite #15

Nice stay not far from Santa Fe or Albuquerque

@StephenW3F8997 · Camped on Mar 19, 2026 at Campsite #49

We stayed in site 49 for two nights. Great site overlooking the lake. Non electric loop, covered picnic table. Shower/bathhouse was close by and clean. Never saw any gate attendant or campground host. Campground was quiet overnight. Perfect location for star gazing! ~30 minute drive to Santa Fe. Would definitely stay again

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@TomS3186246 · Camped on Mar 18, 2026 at Campsite #65

We had been on the road for a while and pull-through access was welcome after a long day. Additionally, we took advantage of a great laundramat nearby. We also enjoyed easy access to Santa Fe. Campsites are well spaced and other campers were respectful and quiet. We will be back.

@MikeM9721189 · Camped on Mar 16, 2026 at Campsite #54

Beautiful campground with large lots, 50amp power and very reasonable price

@JamesP3218459 · Camped on Mar 16, 2026 at Campsite #64

Great campground. Close to Santa Fe. Great views. Very quiet! Bathrooms could use some work though. Will go there again.

@ParrishR20D02A · Camped on Mar 16, 2026 at Campsite #35

Cochiti Lake is great! Very nice campgrounds- many with views of the lake. I stayed in Elk Run - which is a modern campground but with no hookups. My trailer is fully equipped for off-grid camping so that's perfect for me. There was even a water spigot nearby that I could use to fill my fresh water tank. The dump station is conveniently located near the entrance to all of the campgrounds as well. The bathrooms are modern with showers- but the showers are the push button type where you can't control the temperature and could be updated/maintained a bit more. But they get the job done. Each site has a very nice shelter with picnic table. The rangers are very personable and helpful as well - take some time to check out the visitor center to learn about this history and ecology of the area. When I was there, late March, the Ringtail Cat loop was still closed for the season. If you can get a spot in that loop that is, in my opinion, the best area as most of the sites have excellent views overlooking the lake and are a bit more private. Be sure to get out and hike or bike up on the Cochiti Lake dam. There isn't much in town- really just a gas station plaza that has (when I was there) the cheapest gas around as well as some convenience store staples and a pizza/sandwich shop. There is also a very nice and very well equipped laundromat in the same plaza. Santa Fe is an easy 30 minute drive.

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@Catherine66F0C · Camped on Mar 12, 2026 at Campsite #37

We love this campground! Quiet, scenic a& friendly people!

@RAYMONDB773879 · Camped on Mar 12, 2026 at Campsite #52

Excellent campground and very pretty.

@ArnieK73507C01 · Camped on Mar 12, 2026 at Campsite #74

Cochiti campground is one of our favorite places to go alone or with our camping group! It's peaceful, clean, and close to Albuquerque. Hats off to Ben and his team for a first rate camping experience!

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