Chama draws RV travelers with the steam whistles of the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, America's longest narrow-gauge line puffing through high mountain passes. Fish wild trout in the Rio Chama or hike ancient trails in Carson National Forest. Eight RV parks anchor your trip here, with rates starting at $28 a night for riverside bliss and easy access to all this northern New Mexico gem offers.
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Nestled at 8,500 feet in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Chama thrives on railroad heritage. The Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad departs daily from the historic depot on Oak Street, hauling passengers over trestles and through aspen groves to Antonito, Colorado. Raft raging rapids on the Rio Chama or spot elk near Brazos Cliffs. Small-town vibes pulse at the Chamisa Trail Market, where locals swap stories over coffee.
RV parks in Chama cater to every wanderer. Rio Chama RV Park fits groups with WiFi, showers, and 50-amp hookups from $40 nightly, right on the river for anglers. Sky Mountain Resort RV Park draws families seeking the same amenities plus group sites at $36. Little Creel Resort offers dump stations and 50-amp for $38, ideal for quick stops. Twin Rivers RV Park and Campground welcomes pets with pull-through sites, showers, and dump stations from $28, perfect for road-trippers tracing Highway 17.
Chama stands out for the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, the world's longest narrow-gauge steam train. Riders board at the Oak Street depot for a 64-mile journey over Cumbres Pass to Antonito, Colorado, with stunning mountain views. The town also draws rafters and anglers to the wild Rio Chama, plus hikers exploring Carson National Forest trails nearby.
Rio Chama RV Park, Little Creel Resort, Sky Mountain Resort RV Park, and Twin Rivers RV Park and Campground cluster around Chama. These spots hug Highway 17 and the Rio Chama, minutes from town. Expect WiFi, showers, and 50-amp at three; pull-throughs and pets at Twin Rivers.
Yes, Twin Rivers RV Park and Campground explicitly allows pets. This park provides showers, dump station, and pull-through sites from $28 nightly, making it easy for furry companions along the Rio Chama. Other parks may permit pets; call ahead to confirm policies.