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Cedar Rail Campground
Overview
Cedar Rail Campground in Raton, New Mexico, offers a straightforward, no-frills setting for travelers passing through the scenic mountain passes of the American Southwest. Situated near the Colorado border, the park provides a convenient landing spot for those navigating the high country. Guests can expect a quiet, relaxed atmosphere that focuses on accessibility rather than luxury, making it a reliable choice for road-weary travelers looking to settle in for a night or explore the northern New Mexico wilderness.
Location & Surroundings
Positioned along the main transit routes of the region, the campground serves as an ideal base for those traveling on I-25. The high-desert elevation provides crisp, refreshing mountain air and stunning vistas of the surrounding mesas. The park is nestled within the landscape of Raton, a city known for its historic charm and rugged beauty, ensuring that guests are never far from the essentials while feeling sufficiently detached from the bustle of larger metropolitan areas.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground is designed to accommodate various rig sizes with full hookup sites that simplify the setup process for short-term stays. The layout is functional and easy to navigate, featuring pull-through access for larger vehicles. While the facilities remain modest, the park ensures basic connectivity and utility access, prioritizing the fundamental needs of the modern RVer. Guests will find clean, accessible grounds that emphasize utility and convenience over complex, resort-style recreational additions.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Visitors to Cedar Rail have easy access to outdoor recreation, including the nearby Sugarite Canyon State Park, which offers scenic hiking trails and excellent fishing opportunities. History enthusiasts can explore the historic downtown district of Raton, which showcases distinct architecture and a rich mining heritage. The area is also known for its dark night skies, providing an exceptional environment for stargazing during clear New Mexico evenings after a day of local exploration.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is perfect for independent road travelers who value simplicity and efficiency. It is an excellent choice for those transiting through northern New Mexico who want a reliable, quiet place to rest before continuing their journey. If you appreciate a low-maintenance, no-nonsense RV experience that places you in the heart of high-mountain beauty without the distractions of a crowded resort, Cedar Rail Campground will meet your travel requirements perfectly.
User Reviews
robin callahan
Very nice, neat RV park. Very convenient to I-25. Friendly folks run it.
Leo Poggione
Reasonable overnight price. Owner greeted us and showed us our camp site. Owner also helped us figure out our next route to Fort Worth area - showed us some short cuts and how to avoid high traffic areas.
Ch2o burrows
Rhonda, Mike, and Sheri manage a very traveler-friendly place to stay for a night, or even longer. The RV spots are spacious and all have a southern view towards Raton and west to the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Located just off of I-25 on Raton Pass. We enjoy walking and relaxing here twice a year as we travel north to Colorado. If you need access to reliable internet, I was able to stream, upload a photo to a website that I manage, and download a PDF from another website. Fast and reliable internet is a plus! I highly recommend Cedar Rails AKA - Raton Pass Camp & Cafe.
Steve Hughes
Great place
Jack Reed
I will have to agree the woman that runs this place is very rude to say the least. I would pass it by much better choices both ways within 20 miles.
Letticia Gonzales
Didn't stay here, but I and my boyfriend were traveling through. We pulled off of I-25 at the exit on top of the pass to look up directions on GPS as there is no cell phone service anywhere but on the very top of the pass and didn't want to use our cell phone while driving. We pulled into the parking lot well to the side of the (very wide) drive. A woman came up very angry and immediately rude asking what we were doing. We told her and she said it was private property and that we needed to leave. We were there less than 5 minutes. We googled the number and called to let the owner know in case it was an employee being unnecessarily rude. Was informed that it was in fact the owner. She was still very rude saying that we were blocking the driveway from an RV that was due to arrive but wasn't there at that moment and that the RV "would have to drive over the top of our truck" (threatening to allow their customer to damage my property?) to get in the driveway. I told her we didn't know but had she politely explained the issue we would have gladly obliged. She said that there was a good public place up the road where we could have stopped. I asked her if we were stopping to use GPS because we didn't know where we were how would we know about a place further up the road at which point she scoffed and said she wasn't going to argue with me and hung up on me. She was incredibly rude and she didn't even know if we were coming to inquire about a place to stay but had we been her initial contact would have ensured that we chose another place further up the road and definitely ensured that we'll never consider it in the future. Times are hard and people are understandably stressed, but there is no reason to speak to people the way we were spoken to over such a minor situation.
Valodoralynn Alex
Beautiful views, the owner is very helpful and friendly. The rates are reasonable and the park is always clean. Just loved it here. Stayed here till I found my apartment.
Pennney Nelson
The views are breathtaking! The site was level and although things are tight, the owner is a great guide. I had a hydrolic jack issue on the day I was leaving and the owner was instrumental in getting me on my way. I will definitely revisit for a longer stay on my return home.