Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Defiance, NM
Nestled in the stunning landscapes of northwestern New Mexico, Defiance offers a variety of camping options perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. For those looking to bring home on wheels, several RV campgrounds provide access to essential amenities while immersing guests in the beauty of the rugged terrain. Popular sites like the nearby Elk Ridge Campground offer spacious sites with breathtaking views of the surrounding mesas and the breathtaking Chuska Mountains. Tent camping aficionados will appreciate the serene atmosphere at the Defiance Trailhead, where primitive sites allow for a true back-to-nature experience amidst pinyon-juniper forests. For adventurous souls, dispersed camping options can be found on the adjacent Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands, where freedom reigns and tranquil solitude is just a short hike from scenic overlooks. With its combination of diverse geography—ranging from high plateaus to desert landscapes—Defiance, NM, is an ideal launch point for unforgettable camping experiences that connect you to the untamed beauty of the Southwest.
Bluewater Lake Campground is part of Bluewater Lake State Park in New Mexico (1 hr 54 min west of Rio Rancho, NM) with an elevation of 7,429 feet. There are a total of 41 campsites. The campground is open all year. 39 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 13 sites have electric hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include playground, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Lyman Lake Campground is part of Lyman Lake State Park in Arizona (2 hrs 29 min east of Flagstaff, AZ) with an elevation of 5,983 feet. There are a total of 61 campsites including 8 cabins. The campground is open all year. 53 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 10 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 33 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $65.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, restroom, gasoline pump, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Homolovi Campground is part of Homolovi State Park in Arizona (59 min east of Flagstaff, AZ) with an elevation of 4,888 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 50 and 150 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 39 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. 8 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Fool Hollow Lake Campground is part of Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area in Arizona (2 hrs 48 min northeast of Apache Junction, AZ) with an elevation of 6,285 feet. There are a total of 100 campsites including 29 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 71 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 129 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 45 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 26 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Cottonwood Campground is part of Navajo Lake State Park in New Mexico (51 min east of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 6,069 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 43 sites have electric and water hookups. 4 sites have water hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Crusher Hole Campground is part of Navajo Lake State Park in New Mexico (47 min east of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 5,694 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, restroom. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Pine Main Campground is part of Navajo Lake State Park in New Mexico (56 min east of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 6,069 feet. There are a total of 96 campsites. The campground is open all year. 89 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 6 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 49 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Sims Mesa Campground is part of Navajo Lake State Park in New Mexico (1 hr 24 min east of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 6,069 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is open all year. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 18 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Sand Island Group Sites Campground in San Juan County is located 1 hr 59 min west of Farmington, NM with an elevation of 4,304 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $65.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include floating sports.
Goosenecks Campground is part of Goosenecks State Park in Utah (2 hrs 20 min west of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 4,971 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 55 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom.
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