Consider Sunland Park, New Mexico an exciting potential destination for your next motorhome or camper van trip. This New Mexico city is only a little more than eight miles northwest of El Paso, Texas. The area, where Native Americans settled in the region more than 5,000 years ago, was originally called Anapra. Spanish explorers visited in the 1500s, and the Southern Pacific Railroad bought Anapra in 1924. In April 1983, three unincorporated communities — Sunland Park, Anapra, and Meadow Vista — came together to become Sunland Park. Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino should undoubtedly be one of the top local destinations you stop at with your Sunland Park, New Mexico RV rental. If you visit between December and April, you can enjoy thoroughbred and quarter horse racing on the local track or via daily simulcasts. Live entertainment fills the schedule, and you can visit one or more of the multiple dining selections. A short drive away is the War Eagles Air Museum in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, which has fantastic aircraft and automobile collections and exhibits. On the way back, enjoy great Italian food at Ardovinos Desert Crossing in Sunland Park. It's been offering delicious options for more than two decades. For a day of excitement, bring your Class A or Class C RV to Western Playland to access 30 acres of amusement park adventures in Sunland Park. It's conveniently located near the casino, making it easy to enjoy a range of activities during your trip. Rides at the amusement park include the Himalaya, Scrambler, Tilt-a-Whirl, Hurricane, Drop Zone, and Pharaoh's Fury.
The Coronado National Forest is a cherished playground located in Arizona. This recreation area offers climbing, camping, hiking, and mountain biking. Bird watchers love flocking to this forest's "sky islands" to see species rarely found anywhere else. Gila National Forest is massive, consisting of more than 3 million acres. The variety of available activities will keep you busy and engaged. Just some of them include camping, biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Lincoln National Forest is where Smokey Bear started as the symbol of forest fire prevention. It's home to three mountain ranges covering over 1 million acres. Explore five distinct life zones, and engage in a range of activities, such as biking and hiking.
Sun City Craft Beer Fest - This El Paso event in June features local and national breweries, art, food, games, and live music. Watch live brewing demonstrations from industry experts, or learn how to make beer yourself at home. You must be 21 years or older to attend the event.
El Paso Winefest - Every October, this annual event in El Paso honors fabulous food and wine. Locals and visitors gather to enjoy hundreds of wines and food from incredible area restaurants.
Approximately 160 miles northeast of Sunland Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park has plenty of unique activities. Start at the visitor center to learn about the park through films and exhibits, grab a bite to eat in the restaurant, and shop for gifts and books. The caverns are the main attraction, and you can take a ranger-guided tour or move at your own pace. Surface trails, including Rattlesnake Canyon and the Guadalupe Ridge Trail, are available for desert hiking. End the day observing bats coming out of the caverns, watch the night sky with rangers, or be there before dawn to see the bats return to their home. Explore Guadalupe Mountains National Park in Texas, 125 miles to the northeast of Sunland Park. Established in 1966 by an act of Congress, this area consists of over 86,000 acres where you can take scenic drives or go hiking and backpacking. If you have the correct permits, you can bring your own horses to ride on park trails. Many of the peaks rise more than 7,000 feet above sea level. At 8,751 feet above sea level, Guadalupe Peak is the highest natural point in the state. About 100 miles north of Sunland Park, White Sands National Park has the planet's biggest gypsum dune field, which is visible from space. The dunes are pure white and remarkable, and you can even go sledding on some of them. Bring any simple plastic sled, or buy one at the park's visitor center. It also sells wax you can use to manage your sledding direction and speed.
Franklin Mountains State Park in Texas is less than 30 minutes from Sunland Park. Hunt for geocaches, or find a quiet spot to watch birds. More than 100 miles of trails are available for hiking and mountain biking across approximately 27,000 acres. Multiple tent sites and five RV sites are open for camping. Bring your rock-climbing equipment to scale the walls at Sneed's Cory or McKelligon Canyon. Rangers regularly lead bike rides, hikes, and art events. Leasburg Dam State Park is within 1 hour of Sunland Park and set on the banks of the Rio Grande. Find stillness in the gorgeous cactus garden, and watch the local birds. Take advantage of the observatory when it's open, and stick around after dark for exquisite night sky views. Choose one or more of the hiking trails if you want to get some exercise. You can also get out on the water for fishing, kayaking, swimming, and canoeing. Pancho Villa State Park has a visitor center in a 120-year-old U.S. Customs house. The park experienced the last armed invasion in the continental United States. General Francisco Villa, also known as "Pancho," attacked Camp Furlong and Columbus in 1916 before being pursued by General "Black Jack" Pershing and 10,000 American troops. In addition to learning more about the rich history of the state park, you can attend special events, go on picnics and hikes, enjoy a cactus garden, view the wildlife, and go camping.
Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona consists of more than 12,000 acres. An eight-mile scenic drive takes you to Massai Point for full panoramic views of the mountains, or you can get out and hike miles of trails. Visit Faraway Ranch to see one of the area's original pioneer homesteads. Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument is home to cliff dwellings dating back to the 13th century. Today, you can learn about these settlements at this monument consisting of 533 acres of preserved history. Drive your Sunland Park, New Mexico RV rental to Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument to learn about past interactions between the Spanish and Pueblo. Visit both an excavated Pueblo Mound, or tour the museum to see artifacts and tools of the Las Humanas people. Outdoor activities include bird watching, hiking, and picnicking. If you call in advance, you can schedule a petroglyph tour.
RV campgrounds give you and your fellow campers in your Sunland Park, New Mexico RV rental places to stay the night. The El Paso West/Anthony KOA Journey is a great choice in the area. There are fantastic views of the Franklin Mountains, spacious pull-thru sites, and plenty of opportunities to watch birds or go hiking. Enjoy a pet-friendly dog park at the campgrounds and have easy access to I-10. Mission RV Park has plenty of accommodations on its more than 15 acres of land, and it offers shaded RV spots. Let the little ones have fun on the playground, and anyone can work up a sweat on the basketball or volleyball courts. A Jacuzzi offers a chance to warm up, relax, or cool down at the pool. Additional amenities in this pet-friendly park include showers, cable, laundry, and evening security. Desert Oasis Park has 33 RV sites for short- and long-term stays, and pets are allowed. The combination of pull-thru and back-in sites offer full hookups, but the best part is its convenient location. With just a short drive, you can reach the Franklin Mountains, ride the Wyler Aerial Tramway, or visit the Zin Valle Vineyards. There's even a movie theater right across the street.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Sunland Park, NM, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Sunland Park?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Sunland Park from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Sunland Park?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.