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Hidden Gem Campgrounds in New Mexico
Discover New Mexico's best-kept secrets. 13 exceptional campgrounds with fewer crowds and authentic experiences.
Why these campgrounds? Each hidden gem has a sentiment score of 4.4+ from verified reviews, but fewer overall visitors. They're loved by those who find them.
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Iron Creek Campground
Gila National Forest
4.7(26)
Apache Creek Campground
Reserve · Gila National Forest
4.7(48)
Cowles Campground
Pecos · Santa Fe National Forest
4.8(28)
South Fork Campground
Ruidoso · Lincoln National Forest
4.8(28)
Upper Fir Group Campground
Lincoln National Forest
4.9(28)
Upper End Campground
Mimbres · Gila National Forest
4.5(55)
Cimarron Canyon
Eagle Nest
4.5(45)
Cebolla Mesa
Questa · Carson National Forest
4.5(50)
Gallinas Campground - Upper
Silver City · Gila National Forest
4.5(42)
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