Along the River RV Park

36 RV Sites, 2 Cabins, 8 Tent Sites

5.01 reviews

Along the River RV Park in Ruidoso, New Mexico is surrounded by natural beauty, where guests can explore nearby attractions such as the Smokey Bear Historical Park & Museum and the Lincoln National Forest, offering a range of recreational activities like hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, camping, and dirtbike riding. For those seeking relaxation, the park's serene ambiance provides a peaceful escape with stunning mountain views, abundant wildlife, and starlit nights around your campfire. The adventure doesn't end there; just a short drive away, you'll find the Valley of Fires Recreation Area, Three Rivers Petroglyph Site, wineries in Tularosa, and historic sites like Fort Stanton and Lincoln, known for the legendary Lincoln County War and Billy the Kid's legacy. The Valley of Fires recreation area is adjacent to the ancient Malpais Lava Flow, formed 5,000 years ago by Little Black Peak's eruption, filling the Tularosa Basin with molten rock. While it may appear barren, a nature walk reveals a rich tapestry of Chihuahuan desert flora. Birdwatchers will delight in sightings of great horned owls, burrowing owls, vultures, hawks, gnatcatchers, cactus wrens, sparrows, and golden eagles. Additionally, the campground itself offers a range of amenities to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. It is pet-friendly, big rig-friendly, and waterfront, allowing you to enjoy the scenic views and the soothing sounds of the river. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi, and take advantage of the bathrooms and showers, providing convenience and comfort during your outdoor adventure.

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RobinKyle, Texas

August 2024

This was my second time staying here. The campground is family owned and run and has a river that runs through it, though this year it wasn’t running much at all due to the following... The campground is located just north of Ruidoso, which unfortunately experienced 2 major wildfires in June and then had a l...Show more

Location

Things to know

Check-in: 12:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Rules

-While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. PARK POLICIES & RULES: -Check-ins. Check-in time for RV & tent guests is between 12 PM and 7 PM & checkout time for all guests is before 11 AM on departure day. Check-in time for the cabins is 1 PM. Campers must register and pay for their stay at the park office before setting up. Reservations are forfeited if the camper does not check-in by 7 PM on the scheduled arrival date, and the camper will be charged. Campers having visitors must pay $3 daily per person and must not exceed the maximum number of people allowed per site. Day guests are to be out by 8 PM. Site-Specific Reservations. -Campsite reservations are for a "type of site", not for a specific campsite number. However, if you call far enough in advance and a particular site you desire is available, we will do our best to hold that site for you. Occupancy. To protect park resources, RV campsite occupancy is limited to a maximum of 8 people (including visitors). Tent campsite occupancy is limited to a maximum of 4 people (including visitors). The cedar cabin occupancy is limited to 6 people and the bunkhouse cabin occupancy is limited to 4 people. A maximum of 1 vehicle is allowed for all park sites. Rain-checks. Rain checks will be honored for full value and are valid up to one full year from the date of issue. Park Rules. Office hours: Monday - Saturday 11 AM - 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM - 6 PM. If you call during these hours and no one answers, we are either helping guests or working in the park. So please, leave a message and we will call you back. Pets are allowed in RVs but must be kept on a leash, attended to at all times, and picked up after. Dogs must still be attended to at all times even if they are in a pen. Zero tolerance for aggressive or noisy dogs. Dog owners are liable for their dog's actions while staying at the campground. 1 dog is included in the price, but extra dogs are $5 per dog per night with a limit of 3. No exceptions. Pets are not allowed in pop-ups, hybrids, tents, or cabins. Parents are responsible for children's actions and safety. Damage, theft, or destruction of any property will be assessed to the responsible party. An adult must accompany campers under 18. Children under 12 must be under adult supervision at all times. Show courtesy to your fellow campers by not walking through RV sites. Do not move the park swings. Clotheslines are not permitted. Please respect our picnic tables by not putting anything hot on them or defacing them in any way. Contact the office to use the guest grill. Quiet Time is 10:00 PM - 7 AM. This is a county ordinance and is strictly enforced. No tent camping is allowed on the riverbank. Please set up tents, canopies, and screen rooms in the designated tent sites. Tents are not allowed to be set up in RV sites unless prior arrangements are made through the office. Campfires are allowed if we are not in a burn ban. Fires must be small and kept in the park's fire tubs. No cutting or trimming of trees. Do not dump ashes or charcoal on the ground. Put out fires with water. We sell firewood for $10 a bundle or 2 for $18. If you bring your wood, there is a $10 pit fee. No pet fee if you purchase our wood. Firewood orders need to be made at the office or with a camp host by 5 PM. -Please extinguish and properly dispose of cigarette butts. Do not throw cigarettes (or any type of trash, including grease) on the ground. All buildings in the park are non-smoking. -Please dispose of your trash properly, and please do not put camp trash in the bathroom trashcans or your campfire. Dumpsters are located near the park entrance. If you have boxes to throw away, please break them down flat before putting them in the dumpster. -The park speed limit is 5 mph. -One vehicle per site. No washing of vehicles or RVs. -Our park showers are set at full flow for 5 minutes then diminished flow. Please do not tamper with the shower head. Thank you for your help in conserving our water well. -Do not climb on or move rocks from the rock walls. The walls are not stable and are for structural purposes only. Please help us preserve their beauty. Please report any loud or inappropriate behavior to the owners or park hosts. Four-wheelers are not allowed to be used in the park except for special needs. Prior arrangements must be made with the owners. Generators can only be used in case of emergency. Along the River is a family-oriented RV Park & Campground where our guests enjoy camping in peace and quiet. Please show respect for your fellow campers and neighbors by keeping music and/or conduct levels where it can be heard only in your camp. CAR STEREOS ARE NOT ALLOWED FOR CAMP ENTERTAINMENT. If at any time your music or conduct is too loud or inappropriate, you will be asked once by the park hosts to comply with the rules of the park. Guests who do not comply with the rules will be forced to leave with no refund or rain check issued. -Along the River is privately owned property. We reserve the right to select clientele and guests. We also reserve the right to evict, without prior notice, anyone who is in violation of our guidelines. We will not be responsible for accidents, injuries, or loss of property of any kind.

Cancellation Policy

MODERATE If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a full refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within the 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.