This Army Corps of Engineers campground sits on the northeast shore of Cochiti Lake with 50 developed sites offering water and electric hookups. The setting overlooks the lake with cottonwoods providing shade and views across the water toward the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Sites are spacious with picnic tables and fire rings, though the area can get busy with boaters and anglers during peak season.
The campground serves as a solid base camp for exploring nearby Tent Rocks or accessing the Cochiti Pueblo area. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, and the boat ramp may be unusable during low water periods. Sites fill up on summer weekends, so midweek visits or shoulder seasons offer more solitude.
Army Corps lake camping near Tent Rocks
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Tsetyat Street, Cochiti Lake, New Mexico 87083 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Cochiti Lake, New Mexico |
| Miles from pavement | 2.1 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 50 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $20.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | March-November |
| Land manager | Other |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Fire ring, Hookups, Picnic table, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |