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Gallo Campground

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)

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

ERIC K

Verified

July 14, 2025 Stayed at: 028, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

The campground was very clean. I was surprised that there was actually running water. I was expecting a vault toilet.
The only bad thing was how noisy some of the other campers were. It's like they had no recognition that other people were also trying to enjoy the peaceful canyon.

Paul C

Verified

July 13, 2025 Stayed at: Groupsite 2, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Great site. Accurate description on recreation.gov

Recommend bringing shade structure, very exposed campsite with no trees around.

Michael C

Verified

July 8, 2025 Stayed at: 018, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

It was a great experience. My brother and I saw so many cool things including one night we saw things moving in the sky (not stars,not planes or satellites, ) the movements were to fast and at quick angles. We got pictures of it though. Then in the morning I was looking up on the ridge line and I asked my brother what was that thing hovering above the cliff (he took a picture of it and it looked like some kind of ship. Then it was gone (we didn't even see where it went) but we have a picture of it. We were excited

robert r

Verified

July 7, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

1

Understand it is 10 MPH on a gravel road for over 15 miles once you leave the highway. Hot, windy and we left early. Not much to see there, only went because it was for a group meeting. Would not go back

Lea P

Verified

July 4, 2025 Stayed at: 017, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

1

We didn’t go after we became aware of how many miles of dirt road you have to travel to get there. It was disappointing to miss Chaco culture but we couldn’t afford to have any issues on our little class C RV.

Christian V

Verified

July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 027, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Running water, flush toilets, beautiful and quiet

Bernard F

Verified

June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 030, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Well maintained trails for seeing ancient engineering marvels. Very informative park personnel.
Campground had standard issue RV spot/tent pad camping with some group camping as well. The bathrooms were clean and functional. Water is available at bathrooms.
Campground location was nice if you like high desert (we do). A nice and easy hiking trail starts at the campground.
Night skies are very dark and the Milky Way was visible late at night. Always nice to see.

Kristina Z

Verified

June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

4

Had a fabulous time! I was beautiful and and amazing experience!
The only suggestion I can give is... it would be nice to have some type of awning for shade at the tent sites. We were tent campers from Colorado and we had no shae so we left 1 say early because of the heat.
But other than no shade it was amazing

Deb L

Verified

June 22, 2025 Stayed at: 010, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

It is a wonderful, remote campground. I took the southern route in and it's a bit rough but doable in my Honda Fit. I was happy however to finally see the Park buildings and civilization! There is no shade in the campground for most sites. Not a problem as I would sit under the picnic area shaded areas. Very special place with amazing history.

Alonso A

Verified

June 22, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: GALLO CAMPGROUND

5

Perfect view of Gallo Cliff Dwellings, and close to bathrooms.

Location Gallo Campground

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

Latitude & Longitude: 36.0278 / -107.958

Elevation: 2046 feet

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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