Raton KOA

  • 1330 South 2nd Street
  • Raton, NM 87740
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Raton KOA

1330 South 2nd Street
Raton,  NM 87740
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Raton KOA

1330 South 2nd Street
Raton,  NM 87740
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2011 President's Award

2011 President's Award

Raton is a convenient stopping place along the highway between Colorado and New Mexico!

For more than a century, Raton has been a convenient stopping place along the path between Colorado and New Mexico. Now the "path" has turned into I-25, and this campground is today's convenient stopping place for travelers seeking rest and recreation. From here, you can easily visit Capulin Volcano National Monument, the Boy Scout Museum, Santa Fe Trail and Raton's Old Town Historic District or take in the Independence Day ballooning events, fireworks and small town parade. You'll find restaurants, a grocery store and shopping right across the street from the Raton KOA and a game room and horseshoes right on-site.

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Meet Your Hosts

"Come and stay a few days! We have lots to see in our area!," says Grant Robertson, owner of the Raton, New Mexico KOA. A custom cabinet builder, Grant purchased his KOA in March of 2003 and saw it as not only a business with great potential, but an investment for a lifetime. Although this is his first KOA purchase, he is not new to the camping business. He played a large part in the success of a KOA campground in Utah with his father-in-law. After turning the Utah KOA over to new owners, Grant worked with the new-comers for an entire year, ensuring both success and longevity for the campground.

With customer service taking top priority, Grant said, "I want customers to feel like they are home." Not only is this campground the Robertson's home, but Grant takes pride in his business and says it is a "reflection of me. I'm making it what I want it to be."

Raton is an experience filled with history and small-town charm. Campers are able to see more in one day than usual, which makes for an interesting trip, both for short stays and long.

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Campground Amenities

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 85' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Cable TV
  • Propane ($)
  • Planned Activities Available
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Campground Activities

Fishing

At several nearby state parks, including Sugarite, Maxwell Lakes and Cimarron Canyon.

Golf

You can golf locally at Raton Community Golf Course (9-hole, mountain setting).

Shooting Activities

At Whittington Center, including Rendezvous, black powder events, etc.

Wildlife Viewing and Scenic Drive

Enjoy a scenic drive along York Canyon Road.

Fourth of July Hot Air Balloon Weekend

Come visit us over 4th of July weekend and enjoy all the activities Raton has to offer! Hot air ballooning, parade, awesome fireworks, fun in the park, pancake breakfasts! WOW! So much to do!!

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Local Attractions

Capulin Volcano National Monument

Road to top of volcano, picnicking, hiking, Natural History, slide show. Visit the Capulin Volcano online for more information.

Sugarite Canyon State Park

At this State Park, you'll find fishing, primitive camping and hiking.

Historic Raton, NM

Visit Historic Raton and see old town buildings, train station, Wells Fargo building and Old Pass.

NRA Whittington Center

Hunting and shooting, special events. Visit the NRA Whittington Center online for more information.

HWY 12 -- Highway of Legends

Located in Colorado. Loop drive thru lush scenery and historic areas.

Schuler Theater

The Historic Shuler Theater in downtown Raton, New Mexico, is a state landmark. Visit the Shuler Theater online for more information.

Local area information

For more local area information, see www.raton-nm.us.

Friendly and Helpful Staff

Neat and Clean Facilities

Long, Level Pull Thru Sites

Cool Nights

Mountain Views

Convenient Location

Near restaurants, grocery store, auto parts, hardware and K-Mart stores.

Owners Knowledgeable on Area Attractions

Capulin National Monument

Road to top of volcano, picnicking, hiking, Natural History, slide show. Visit the Capulin Volcano online for more information.

Sugarite Canyon State Park, Maxwell Lakes, Amron Canyon

Philmont Scout Ranch

For special scouting events.

Cimarron Canyon

Set in New Mexico's high country, where spectacular palisade cliffs and clear running waters dominate the landscape, Cimarron Canyon State Park is part of the 33,116-acre Colin Neblett Wildlife Area -- the largest wildlife area in the state. The cool, high mountain park offers excellent trout fishing. Anglers can fish eight miles of premier brown trout waters for stocked browns or rainbows. Smaller trout and solitude can be found in the Cimarron River's tributaries -- Clear Creek and Tolby Creek. Crenelated granite formations make up sheer palisade cliffs that dominate the park's scenery. From the main canyon, day hikes and cross-country skiing are popular.


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Upcoming Events

Santa Fe Trail Balloon Rally

Held 4th of July weekend.

Raton Rodeo

Last weekend in June.

Craft Fair at Ripley City Park

Second weekend in August.

Daily Wildlife Viewing

Along scenic drive of York Canyon Road -- 35 miles, one way, from south end of Raton.

Santa Fe Trail Remnants (still visible in the area)

Ice Cream Socials

Held on special weekends.

Pancake Breakfast

On Summer Saturday and Sunday mornings.


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