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Santa Fe National Forest › Cuba Ranger District › New Mexico
› Sandoval County
› Cuba
› Rio De Las Vacas Campground
› Campsite #7
Campsite #7 at Rio De Las Vacas Campground, NM
$10
Campsite #7
| Drive-In | 10 people |
| 37 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | poor |
5/29
6/10
Campsite #7 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 37ft driveway, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (6)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 83% |
| 4 star | | 17% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@FrancesGF82E71 · Camped on Jun 5, 2023 at Campsite #7
It was a great campground! Clean, quiet, and host was always making his rounds. However, it was crazy that the tables and fire pits are on the opposite side of the camper trailers. It was frustrating and our only complaint that they were not designed well for trailers. Perfect for tents that can set up anywhere.
@DJS3187996 · Camped on Sep 9, 2022 at Campsite #7
This was my first experience in a campground, although I have been backpacking and hiking in the Santa Fe National Forest for more than 40 years.
The grounds were tidy, and the vault toilets and bear proof trash cans were tended regularly. This was my wife's first camping in NM. And our 6 year old English Bulldog's first camping trip. We all had a great time even though it rained like crazy our 1st night. The site was full for both nights, but it remained relatively quiet with mostly sounds of the occasional dog or families laughing.
Each site has a sturdy picnic table, and plenty of room for larger tents and/or pop up shades and parking for RVs.
The steel firepits include an internal hinged grate as well as an exterior hinged grill. I suggest aluminum foil or grilling sheets, as the grills are weathered. There is little opportunity for wood foraging in the campground; it was picked clean in late Summer. Some wood can be found along the Hwy 126 etc. I suggest you bring your own or be prepared with and ax or saw.
This site includes potable water - bring a funnel with a large mouth that fits your container. The Host, Bill, put one out for the guests, at the hand operated pump, but I can't say it will always be there.
Speaking of the Host, Bill was friendly and helpful. We was happy to chat or leave folks on their own.
From previous experience, there are usually fish in the Rio De Las Vacas; cutthroat trout for the most part. I did see people going to fish, but I did not see fish because our dog was excited to wade in the water. We did see a number of squirrels and lots of different birds.
We had a great time in this campground and we will be back with family and friends.
Highly recommended.
The grounds were tidy, and the vault toilets and bear proof trash cans were tended regularly. This was my wife's first camping in NM. And our 6 year old English Bulldog's first camping trip. We all had a great time even though it rained like crazy our 1st night. The site was full for both nights, but it remained relatively quiet with mostly sounds of the occasional dog or families laughing.
Each site has a sturdy picnic table, and plenty of room for larger tents and/or pop up shades and parking for RVs.
The steel firepits include an internal hinged grate as well as an exterior hinged grill. I suggest aluminum foil or grilling sheets, as the grills are weathered. There is little opportunity for wood foraging in the campground; it was picked clean in late Summer. Some wood can be found along the Hwy 126 etc. I suggest you bring your own or be prepared with and ax or saw.
This site includes potable water - bring a funnel with a large mouth that fits your container. The Host, Bill, put one out for the guests, at the hand operated pump, but I can't say it will always be there.
Speaking of the Host, Bill was friendly and helpful. We was happy to chat or leave folks on their own.
From previous experience, there are usually fish in the Rio De Las Vacas; cutthroat trout for the most part. I did see people going to fish, but I did not see fish because our dog was excited to wade in the water. We did see a number of squirrels and lots of different birds.
We had a great time in this campground and we will be back with family and friends.
Highly recommended.
@AmandaS531 · Camped on Sep 10, 2021 at Campsite #7
We had a very relaxing and comfortable weekend at RDLV campground. The host was attentive, facilities were well maintained and everyone was respectful and courteous. Nice trails nearby and a creek the runs next to grounds.
@BrianA583 · Camped on Aug 19, 2021 at Campsite #7
Very nice campground with a very nice and helpful host. I was only there for one night, but would like to go back and spend more time.
@MarcieS423 · Camped on Jun 12, 2021 at Campsite #7
Beautiful campground
@RobinM467 · Camped on Aug 3, 2020 at Campsite #7
Th location was beautiful and the host was friendly.
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