City of Rocks State Park

We had tried to book a site here instead of the ranch, unfortunately they were full up (or so we thought). On a day trip to this park we realized that only the electric sites were booked online, but the dry camping sites do not need booking ahead. Darn!! Noted for our next trip out. The park encompasses a one square mile area in the Chihuahuan desert region. A small area but gorgeous. The “city” is a geologic formation made up of large, sculptured rock columns (pinnacles), with paths between like city streets. The rocks were formed about 34.9 million years ago and erosion over time has formed the sculptured columns seen today, creating an otherworldly landscape.

The campsites are in among these rocks making for a unique camping experience. There are a few hiking trails from the park – a small cacti garden, an observatory, and a large modern comfort station.