WAR EAGLES AIR MUSEUM, NM
Santa Teresa, NM
📅 Date visited: 3/14/2024
⏰ Check-in / Check-out Times: Check-in before 3:00 p.m.
🌞 Type: Harvest Host
📍 Address/Grid Coord: 8012 Airport Rd, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
🌐 Website/Social Media Link: War Eagles Museum Link - Harvest Host Link
📞 Phone/E-mail: 575-589-2000
💲 Pricing Details/Discounts: Stays can be requested through the Harvest Host website.
🅿️ Site Used: 1
⌚ Length of Stay: 1 night
⏱️ Max Length of Stay Permitted: Harvest Host, 1-night.
🚘 Vehicle and Rig Specs: Ford F-350, DRW - Cedar Creek 375BHO, Length: 43’ Height: 13’ 6”, 50amp service.
👨👩👧👧 Family Demographics: 2 Adults, 2 Kids (Under 10)
🐶 Pets: We don’t have any, but they are permitted if leashed and well behaved. Pet’s are not allowed in any buildings.
📱 Cell Service Used: T-Mobile 5G, below average service.
📶 Other Cell Service Quality: Overall, cell service was marginal at this location. All providers were intermittent.
Source: CoverageMap LLC.
💻 Internet Service Used: Starlink
🛰️ Starlink Accessibility: Our NE sky was mostly clear with a slight obstruction due to a building. No impact to signal.
Source: Starlink App Speed test and Obstruction Reports
📡 Campground WiFi Quality: None
🛀 Facilities and 🏊🏻♂️ Amenities: Museum store with aviation themed souvenirs, t-shirts and other merchandise.
🔢 Total Number of Sites and General Condition: 5 RV sites.
⛺ Tent Camping Permitted: No
♿ Handicap Accessibility: Yes
🔌💧🚽 Electric, Water & Sewer details: None, but they do have a restroom that is accessible during your stay in the picnic pavilion.
👋🏻 Assigned sites or FCFS: FCFS
👀 Site selection/location assistance: Check-in with host.
🔒 Gated Access: Yes, open during operating hours.
🚧 Road Condition: Good, fully paved.
⛽ Gas: Loves Travel Stop (1.5 miles).
🛒 Grocery: Walmart (9 miles).
🚩 Local Area Attractions/Amenities:
Franklin Mountains State Park (10 miles) – Hike scenic desert trails, spot wildlife, and enjoy breathtaking views at Texas’ largest urban park.
Western Playland Amusement Park (12 miles) – A fun-filled amusement park featuring roller coasters, kiddie rides, and carnival games for the whole family.
El Paso Zoo (18 miles) – Explore interactive exhibits, exotic animals, and a splash pad, making it a perfect family adventure.
✏️ General Feedback / Review: Our Harvest Host stay at the War Eagles Air Museum was a wonderful experience! Nestled in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, this location offers a perfect blend of history and scenic beauty. The museum boasts an incredible collection of vintage aircraft, classic cars, and military memorabilia, making it a must-visit for aviation and history enthusiasts.
Parking was spacious and easy to access, with stunning views of the desert landscape. We loved waking up to the beautiful sunrise and vintage military equipment just outside our RV! The museum staff was welcoming and knowledgeable, offering recommendations about the museum as well as resturants in the local area.
One of the highlights was exploring the meticulously restored aircraft and classic vehicles, each with a rich backstory. The kids were especially captivated by the hands-on exhibits and the chance to get up close to these impressive machines.
For RVers looking for a unique overnight stop, this Harvest Host location is a fantastic choice. It’s peaceful, educational, and just a short drive from El Paso and other great attractions. We highly recommend this stay for families, history buffs, and anyone looking for a memorable RV camping experience!
