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About Camel Rock Casino
Camel Rock Casino, once a 60,000-square-foot gaming destination in Santa Fe, NM, was operated by the Pueblo of Tesuque and closed in 2018. The site has since evolved into Camel Rock Studios, a movie studio campus, while Tesuque Casino emerged nearby on Tesuque Pueblo land. This page offers a comprehensive overview for visitors researching the Camel Rock legacy, parking and transportation options, nearby hotels and dining, and how the area serves as a gateway to Santa Fe culture and entertainment.
Note: Camel Rock’s historic Rock Showroom hosted notable performances in the past, such as Los Lobos (2011) and Eric Burdon (2007). Today, travelers should refer to Tesuque Casino for current gaming and entertainment experiences, with easy access to Santa Fe and surrounding amenities.
Whether you’re planning a historical tour of the Camel Rock site or seeking nearby lodging and dining during a Santa Fe visit, we’ve got you covered. While Camel Rock Casino is no longer operating as a casino, the area remains convenient for travelers exploring Santa Fe’s outskirts, Tesuque, and the scenic routes to the Santa Fe Opera and downtown. For updated gaming options, entertainment, and event details, check official sites and partner recommendations.
- Parking: Free on-site parking is available at Tesuque Casino. RV parking is allowed. Always verify current lot policies upon arrival.
- Transportation: No dedicated public transit to the Camel Rock/Tesuque area. Driving or rideshare are common choices. Tesuque Casino is accessible via car from Santa Fe and surrounding areas.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder (approx. 15 minutes away) offers upscale lodging and on-site amenities; Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe provides luxury accommodations close to nature; downtown Santa Fe hotels offer convenient access to dining and cultural sites.
- Dining: Explore nearby casino dining options at Tesuque Casino and local Santa Fe restaurants in adjacent neighborhoods for a range of cuisines and experiences.
- Explore: If you’re researching Camel Rock Studios, note that the site has been repurposed as a movie studio campus, continuing the area’s connection to media and entertainment.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Original site: Camel Rock Casino, 17486A Highway 84/285, Santa Fe, NM 87506; operated by the Pueblo of Tesuque.
- Camel Rock’s gaming space was about 60,000 sq ft with roughly 550 slots and 6 table games.
- Rock Showroom at Camel Rock was a 10,000 sq ft event space (historical; no current seating chart published).
- Camel Rock Casino closed in November 2018; Tesuque Casino opened nearby on Tesuque Pueblo land (near the Santa Fe Opera) in late November 2018.
- Tesuque Casino details: 72,000 sq ft, 800+ slots, 10 table games; additional dining, a ballroom seating around 330, and other amenities.
- Parking at Tesuque Casino is free on-site; RV parking is allowed.
- Transit: there is no dedicated public transit to the Santa Fe Opera or Camel Rock/Tesuque area; visitors typically drive or use rideshare.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder (approx. 15 minutes away); other options include Four Seasons Rancho Encantado Santa Fe and downtown Santa Fe hotels.
- Notable past events at Camel Rock include Los Lobos (May 7, 2011) and Eric Burdon (October 17, 2007).
- The Camel Rock site has been renamed/reused as Camel Rock Studios (a movie studio campus).