Rio de Las Vacas Campground
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About Rio de Las Vacas Campground
Rio de Las Vacas Campground is a national park campground at Santa Fe National Forest in Sandoval County, New Mexico. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Rio de Las Vacas Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 60 ft. Campers rate it 4.9/5 across 66 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Santa Fe National Forest include Clear Creek Campground (nm), Clear Creek Group Campground (NM), San Antonio Campground, Redondo Campground and Jemez Falls (nm) Picnic Area.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 74 · 2024: 96 · 2025: 149
Location
Address
Cuba, New Mexico
Coordinates
35.9967, -106.8075
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 214 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Clear Creek Campground (nm)
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San Antonio Campground
Santa Fe National Forest
Redondo Campground
Santa Fe National Forest
Jemez Falls (nm) Picnic Area
Santa Fe National Forest
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Rio de Las Vacas Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Rio de Las Vacas Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Rio de Las Vacas Campground?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Rio de Las Vacas Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Rio de Las Vacas Campground right now?
Yes! There are currently 89 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Rio de Las Vacas Campground, with availability on 7 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
Where is Rio de Las Vacas Campground located?
Rio de Las Vacas Campground is located in Santa Fe National Forest, near Cuba, New Mexico.
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