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McCrystal Campground Introduce

McCrystal Campground, located in the scenic Valle Vidal area near Cimarron, New Mexico, offers a remote and tranquil camping experience for those seeking solitude and natural beauty. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, this campground provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the wilderness, with stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere.

McCrystal Campground offers the following features and services:

  • Remote and Quiet Location: The campground provides a secluded and peaceful environment, ideal for those seeking solitude and a break from crowds.
  • Scenic Meadow Views: Sites like "Crystal on the bluff" offer beautiful views overlooking meadows, providing a picturesque camping experience.
  • Friendly Campground Hosts: The campground hosts are known for being friendly and welcoming, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Wildlife Observation: Guests can enjoy observing wildlife, including various birds and insects like the Whitelined Sphinx moths.
  • Historical Artifacts: The area contains artifacts from previous homesteaders, offering a glimpse into the region's history.
  • Dispersed Camping Feel: The campground offers a camping experience close to dispersed camping, providing a sense of wilderness and natural immersion.
  • Horse Camping: The campground is also used for horse camping, catering to equestrian enthusiasts.
  • Access to Valle Vidal: The campground provides access to the stunning Valle Vidal area, with potential through-road access to Red River on the Enchanted Circle.

However, it is important to be aware of the following potential challenges:

  • Rough Access Road: The 21-mile access road can be rough, with sharp rocks and "washboard" sections, requiring careful driving.
  • Remote Location: The campground is hours away from any stores or towns, requiring thorough preparation.
  • Potential Flies: Due to horse camping, there can be a significant presence of flies.

Guests have praised McCrystal Campground for its solitude, scenic views, and friendly hosts. The campground's remote location and dispersed camping feel make it a unique destination for those seeking a true wilderness experience. However, visitors should be prepared for the rough access road and potential fly presence. The campground is ideal for those who prioritize solitude, natural beauty, and a rustic camping experience.

For inquiries, you can contact McCrystal Campground at:

Phone: (575) 758-6200

Mobile Phone: +1 575-758-6200

Address: Cimarron, NM 87714, USA

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Customer Reviews

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Paul Corley
Mar 16, 2021

We really enjoyed our visit to Valle Vidal! We stayed in the Crystal on the bluff overlooking the beautiful meadow! We had a couple of very friendly campground host and had a nice evening meal with them and enjoyed sharing our wine & snacks with them! Took several pictures of what we thought were hummingbirds in the meadow below also saw several artifacts from previous homesteaders! We found out when looking at the pictures that some of the so-called hummingbirds are actually Whitelined Sphinx moths! Drive carefully on that 21 Mile road in we took it several times in and out and there's a lot of sharp rocks on that road! I'm pretty sure you can drive through Valle Vidal & make your way to Red River on the Enchanted Circle! We entered from the road about 3 miles east of Cimarron New Mexico.

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Robert
Aug 29, 2019

If you want solitude this is the spot. Very remote and quiet. Even on busy weekends this campground will usually have an open spot. Be prepared you will be hours from any type of store or town. Road can have a lot of areas with “washboard “. For a campground it is very close to dispersed type of camping. Only downside is this is also used for horses and can have a lot of flies.

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Samantha
Oct 29, 2018

Dulce is literally hours from here. 3 hours and 39 minuets according to Google maps. Just saying... Pretty spot! Quite, lots of tree cover, and the stream is very pretty. But be prepared for a drive! It’s very out of the way (the nearest town is at least 45 minuets away) which can be a pro or con. Pack what you need so you don’t need to make a store run, including your water! If “away” is what you are looking for then this is a great spot!

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Josh's Adventures
Jun 06, 2024

Great place, and the water for horses is back on as of 2024 season 😀

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Nicole Sanchez
Sep 26, 2021

Very nice and peaceful and people leave wood near fire pit the dive is very beautiful its about 1hr 20min

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