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Gallo Campground

1808 Road 7900, Nageezi, New Mexico, United States

View of Fajada Butte and Chacra Mesa looking south from the campground
GALLO CAMPGROUND
GALLO CAMPGROUND
GALLO CAMPGROUND
GALLO CAMPGROUND

About Gallo Campground

Gallo Campground is located within Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Tucked among the fallen boulders and cliffs of Gallo Wash, the campground offers camping in a rugged environment, surrounded by petroglyphs, a cliff dwelling, inscriptions and a high desert landscape. The area is remote with no services. Please be prepared with plenty of food, water, shade, sunscreen and cold weather necessities. Traveling to Chaco Two roads access Chaco Culture National Historical Park. From the north, Road 7900 turns off of US Hwy 550/44 three miles east of Nageezi and fifty miles west of Cuba. Continue on Road 7900 for five paved miles then turn right onto Road 7950 where the payment will continue for several miles. The rest of the thirteen miles are unpaved. From the south, turn north onto NM Rt. 57 for twenty miles of rough unpaved road. When the unpaved roads are wet (rain, snow, etc.) they can be difficult to traverse, and vehicles can become stuck in thick mud or slide off the slippery road. Please keep in mind that there is no phone service and it is sometimes difficult to get tow service along these roads. Please contact us at 505 786-7014 for the latest road conditions. Campfires in Gallo CampgroundA fire may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or the preparation of food, such as charcoal briquettes or natural firewood. Lighting or maintaining a fire with other manufactured or synthetic materials is prohibited.Marijuana on Federal LandsPosted: May 27, 2022, With the legalization of marijuana in the State of New Mexico, Chaco Culture National Historical Park would like to provide clarification regarding the use and possession of marijuana on Federal lands. The recently passed New Mexico State law, which allows for limited recreational marijuana use under certain conditions, has no bearing on Federal laws which continue to identify marijuana as a Schedule I illegal drug, and prohibit its use. Possession of marijuana or use of any amount of marijuana is still prohibited in Chaco Culture National Historical Park, its facilities, concessions, and campgrounds.

Number of accommodations: 25

Campground Amenities

  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Sites & Availability

25 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 004, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 027, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
⛺ Groupsite 1, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
30 guests · Campfire
$60.00
/ per night
⛺ Groupsite 2, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND
30 guests · Campfire
$60.00
/ per night

Reviews (365)

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Review Summary

4.4
365 reviews
5
62.5%
228
4
26.0%
95
3
5.2%
19
2
2.2%
8
1
4.1%
15

Sandra M

Verified

April 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Great place to stay to visit Chaco. Excellent campfire ranger talk. Bathrooms very clean.

Darrel R

Verified

April 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Spots in the unbooked group campsites were sold at 9am at the visitor center. Bathrooms heated. Fire pits for cooking. Rangers held a Q&A about Chaco at the community fire pit in the evening.

Cindy K

Verified

April 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

4

Campsites were comfortable but fairly small, restrooms were clean. Chaco Canyon is an amazing place.

Anna A

Verified

April 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

2

Wish there was a water spigot for use by rvs and vans, and that the dump station was more reliable. The sites themselves were kind of on top of each other with little privacy, but pretty incredible views and petroglyphs!

David Q

Verified

April 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

The only place to camp in Chaco. Great experience, great host, and great staff in the visitor center. The only challenge is the c. 15 miles of washboarded gravel county highway to get there. But worth it.

Mark S

Verified

April 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

3

Water systems and bathrooms were inoperable at the time of our visit. We were made aware of that in advance and came prepared. There were five porta-potties on site.

Christopher P

Verified

April 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

4

It is remote and the campground is in a beautiful location.

Valerie G

Verified

April 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

What an amazing experience to be able to camp right by the ancient ruins and look up to the same dark sky that the Chacoans saw over a thousand years ago. The camp host greeted us upon arrival and advised us on the best way to back our trailer into the spot. Note that the dirt roads into the canyon are rough coming in from the south and washboard coming from the north. Allow an extra hour if you are pulling a trailer.

Michael S

Verified

April 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Great location with plenty of clean facilities.

Beth S

Verified

April 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

4

No water was a bit of a pain- but the campground was nice and clean and people were respectful of the rules and land.

Location Gallo Campground

Address:
1808 Road 7900
Nageezi, NM, 87037
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 36.0278 / -107.958

Elevation: 2046 feet

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Policies & Rules

Category About
General

There are no services available, bring plenty of food and water for your visit.
General

There are no hookups.
General

Picnic table and fire ring (with a grill) are provided at each site.
General

Firewood and charcoal are not available in the park. Wood gathering is not permitted. 
General

Drinking water is available at the Visitor Center and at the Campground
General

Dogs are allowed but restricted in some areas.
General

Dogs must be on leash at all times and must be kept under control. Maximum leash length is 6 feet.
General

RV and/or travel trailers must not exceed 35 feet (10.6 m) in length to drive on the roads in the Park. Check for size of limited parking space under each campsite's detail info if camping.
General

Generator use is permitted only between the hours of: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
General

Individual campsites are limited to two small vehicles at each site. Few campsites are for RV ONLY and does not have extra space for extra vehicle, and some campsites allow for either tent or small travel trailer or RV. PLease review detailed information on each campsite before reserving. Groups: if group sites are full, please make alternate plans for your overnight stay. Do not reserve multiple individual sites.
General

All campsites are closed on the following days: Thanksgiving Eve and Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
General

Check In Time is at 12:00 noon. 
General

Check Out Time is at 11:00 a.m.
General

Maximum Stay Limits: 
Camping is permitted for not more than at total of 30 days in any calendar year, with no more than 14 consecutive nights at any one time.
Group campsites are limited to 30 days per group, per year and no more than 7 consecutive nights at a time.
One individual is limited to two reservations per night.
General

Campers that do not show up to their site or call the park by 11:00 a.m. on the second day of their reservation, forfeit the remainder of their reservation.

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