Camp May is a top-rated campground nestled in the picturesque Jemez Mountains, offering a serene retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. Located just outside Los Alamos, NM, this charming RV park provides an ideal base for exploring the nearby national parks and Pajarito ski area.
Set on Camp May Road, the campground offers a variety of sites with breathtaking views, including site 3, known for its privacy and elevation at 9,400 feet. While there are no hookups available, the natural setting makes it perfect for those seeking an authentic outdoor experience.
Reservations must be made through the Larry Walkup Aquatic Center in Los Alamos, a simple process with helpful staff. The drive to Camp May features winding, steep sections that lead to well-maintained dirt roads accessible even by passenger vehicles when dry.
Camp May boasts clean restrooms and offers group camping areas for larger gatherings. Its proximity to Pajarito ski area and the national parks makes it a hub for year-round adventures.
Customers rave about Camp May's peaceful environment, clean bathrooms, and the helpful permit process. Many highlight the stunning views and recommend it for those seeking a quiet retreat near Los Alamos or the national parks.
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Restroom
Tent sites
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
Love this place! We stayed in site 3, which requires you to walk your stuff up a small hill. At 9400', this can be a little daunting so be careful. Site 3 is quite private and has a fantastic view. The other sites also looked really nice. You do have to get a permit through the aquatic center in Los Alamos, but it's a fairly quick process and the woman we worked was super helpful. The drive up to the campground from Los Alamos is steep is spots and windy, but not super difficult. Its paved up to Pajarito, and then dirt for a quarter mile. The dirt section is pretty rutted but our Corolla didnt have a problem, even when it rained - I probably wouldn't try it with a lower vehicle though. If you're arriving late, be careful... it seems like a lot of people use the sites in the evening without permit so you might need to deal with that. I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking somewhere beautiful and peaceful near Los Alamos or the national parks.
Good camping area near Pajarito ski area. Bathrooms are clean. Very nice group camp / picnic spots. Reserve your spot at Larry Walkup Aquatic Center in Los Alamos. No electricity or water available at camp sites
Camp May is great for dispersed camping but fills up quick. You can camp in the pajarito parking lot for summer mountain biking. No fires though. And don't be a jerk!
This place is absolutely beautiful just make sure that you bring your camera and fully charged batteries cuz there's a lot to see and a lot of beauty to take pictures of so be prepared absolute gorgeousness please just remember to pack out what you pack in or at least use the garbage bins that are up there there metal shows the animals cannot get in
Beautiful small sites, underutilized, and $10/night. Hiking and mountain biking right from camp. There are no signs, but pay at the Aquatic Center in Los Alamos.