Rockhound
Open year-round. Stage II fire restrictions are in effect through December 31, 2026, prohibiting campfires and wood stoves. Propane/LPG devices are permitted. Reservations required via Reserve America up to 6 months in advance.
Flood Watch issued September 17 at 4:48AM MDT until September 17 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest New Mexico, including Sierra, Dona Ana, Luna, and eastern Grant Counties and the Sacramento Mountains in northern Otero County. * WHEN...From Noon MDT today through 6 AM MDT Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, arroyos, low water crossings, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 24-hour rainfall observations shows a wide swath of 1-2" across much of south-central New Mexico. High soil moisture will allow runoff to occur quickly with any additional rounds of rain. Thunderstorms are expected to track north across the Watch area Thursday night into Friday morning, leading to localized flash flooding. Additionally, risk of flooding continues for the Sacramento Mountains, where storms initiating along a N/S oriented ridge and parallel storm motions may lead to training storms and prolonged heavy rain Thursday afternoon. - This includes portions of the I-25 corridor through Hatch and Truth-or-Consequences and the I-10 corridor through Las Cruces and Deming. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Watch issued September 17 at 4:48AM MDT until September 18 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest New Mexico, including Sierra, Dona Ana, Luna, and eastern Grant Counties and the Sacramento Mountains in northern Otero County. * WHEN...From Noon MDT today through 6 AM MDT Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, arroyos, low water crossings, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 24-hour rainfall observations shows a wide swath of 1-2" across much of south-central New Mexico. High soil moisture will allow runoff to occur quickly with any additional rounds of rain. Thunderstorms are expected to track north across the Watch area Thursday night into Friday morning, leading to localized flash flooding. Additionally, risk of flooding continues for the Sacramento Mountains, where storms initiating along a N/S oriented ridge and parallel storm motions may lead to training storms and prolonged heavy rain Thursday afternoon. - This includes portions of the I-25 corridor through Hatch and Truth-or-Consequences and the I-10 corridor through Las Cruces and Deming. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Rockhound State Park occupies 1,100 acres on the western slopes of the Little Florida Mountains at elevations between 4,520 and 5,400 feet. The park is a destination for mineral collectors, as visitors are permitted to take up to 15 pounds of rocks per person per day. Common finds include agates, jasper, quartz crystals, flow-banded rhyolite, and perlite. The desert landscape offers dramatic views of the surrounding basins and mountain ranges. The campground has 28 sites split between a main loop with 23 electric sites and a non-electric section with 5 primitive sites. Most electric sites have 30-amp service with water hookups, though Site 6 and the ADA site offer 50-amp. Site 11 has full hookups including sewer. Sites accommodate RVs from 30 to 45 feet depending on location. All sites have picnic tables under shade shelters and fire rings, though Stage II fire restrictions currently prohibit campfires. Facilities include flush restrooms with hot showers, a dump station, playground, group shelters, and a visitor center with interpretive exhibits and a gift shop. Three miles of hiking trails wind through the rocky terrain, offering wildlife viewing and birding opportunities in the Chihuahuan Desert ecosystem.
Directions
From Deming, take NM Highway 11 south for approximately 5 miles, then turn east on Rockhound Road (State Road 141) and continue 9 miles to the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 546-6182 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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