Valley of the Fires State Park, Carrizozo, NM

Stay Date:  March 2011
Our Rating:  GOOD – 9
With the Golden Access pass, this has to be one of the greatest bargains you'll find. Paved access roads, paved sites, covered pavilions with table and grill, and panoramic views of the lava beds and mountains make this little park a gem. The pull-thru sites are easy to access loops, but none are remotely level; better choice are the back in sites; they also provide a better view. Our first attempt at a pull-thru resulted in a breaker that continually tripped. The host blamed it on our motorhome, but when we moved to a back-in site the power was fine. Not much in Carizozo, but there is a great nature trail through the lava beds at the park, and Capitan and the Smokey the Bear Museum and White Oaks ghost town are easy drives. Nightly rate $18 for water and 30A electric, $9 with Golden Access Pass.  Valley of the Fires State Park

Boot Hill RV Resort, Alamogordo, NM

Stay Date:  March 2011
Our Rating:  GOOD – 6
We really like the owners, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. But $31/day for the weekly rate is just too much for a gravel parking lot, without trees or picnic table, poor water (not their fault), and significant road noise. The park has no septic system, so all waste water goes to holding tanks which the owner empties and trucks to the sewage plant, hence the washer fee. Or you can use the limited laundry at $2 per load, wash or dry. Sites are large and hookups are convenient, but sorry, we can stay at other places in town for less with the same or better amenities.  They advertise entertainment have a covered area, but the venues seem to be limited to evangelical or other religious events. Rate is the weekly rate of $125 plus $20 fee to use our on board washer plus $33.50 in electric at $.15 per KH.  Boot Hill RV Resort

Trailer Village RV Park, Roswell, NM

Stay Date:  March 2011
Our Rating:  BAD – 5
While convenient to downtown Roswell and with friendly owners, we were disappointed with our stay. The pull-thru sites are adequate in length; however, they are very close together and privacy is at a premium. In our case, the slides with attached storage extended over the patio area, and because the picnic table was bolted to the cement we were unable to open any compartments in that area. The security lights are extremely bright and annoying; the whole coach was lit throughout the night. Perhaps the neighborhood dictated them – I noticed our long-term neighbor had his BBQ chained to his RV.  On our second night, the wind shifted and we were treated to the smell of a feeder lot, so although it was pleasant outside, we had to close the windows and turn on the air. It's a shame; it would be a nice park with a little more attention to detail. $27 a night, Trailer Village RV Park

Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

Stay Date:  March 2011
Our Rating:  GOOD – 7
An old KOA, composed of gravel and dirt sites with a few trees.  Not very scenic, but the sites were long and the hookups worked well.  On check-in we were greeted with a friendly staff and given a bag of presents – product samples and coupons.  A small gift, but a nice touch.  The park selling point is it’s convenient location; close to Carlsbad Caverns and town.  The price is too much for a non-discounted stay – we used Passport America for two days and the stay was reasonable.  $22/night for 50A service.  Carlsbad RV Park & Campground.

Fort Stockton RV Park

Stay Date:  March 2011
Our Rating:  GOOD – 9
This park continues its place as the best stop in the area, and was filled during our stay. Long pull through sites, some trees, and an excellent cafe make this a preferred stay for many travelers. Free Wi-Fi worked well. Nice pool, hiking trail, and office/laundry. Very friendly and professional check-in, but reserve early in the day if you hope to get a site.  It’s a few miles East of town, but don’t worry, you’re not missing anything by avoiding Fort Stockton.  Reasonable at $27/night.  Fort Stockton RV Park

Alamo Fiesta RV Resort

Stay Date:  March 2011
Our Rating:  GOOD – 7
Easy access to I-10, otherwise a pretty average park. Friendly check-in followed by a lengthy trip through the park to be able to maneuver into our pull-through site. Site was part concrete, part asphalt, not too level, with low tree branches that scraped the roof. Free cable and Wi-Fi. Close to the interstate with noticeable road noise. A bit pricey at $32/night, but it’s convenient to Fiesta Texas and other attractions.  Alamo Fiesta RV Resort

Broke Mill RV Park, Del Rio TX

Stay Date:  November 2010
Our Rating:  GOOD – 7
Price reflects the Escapee discount. A nice park, with very friendly owners, just outside dismal Del Rio. Interior roads are paved with gravel pads and small trees. Hookups are in the back of the long pull through sites, so extra hoses may be needed. Free cable TV worked well, but WiFi was weak and barely usable from our site. Verizon cell service was marginal as was the Aircard. Significant road noise at night from the adjacent highway. Nice facilities and an inexpensive breakfast twice a week, but the price was a bit high for an overnight stay, $31 with Escapees 15% discount.  Broke Mill RV Park