Coronado Village Mobile Home & RV Resort is one of our favorite RV parks. Nestled in north Albuquerque, NM, near I-25 and Paseo Del Norte Blvd NE, it’s a surprisingly tranquil spot despite its proximity to the freeway, thanks to its vastness with 350 spaces. We visited twice in May 2023 during spring and again in October 2023 for the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.
We travel to Albuquerque often due to Martin’s Vedic chanting workshops and prefer to stay at Coronado Village. 
No amenities are within walking distance unless you’re up for a mile or two trek.
The standout feature of this park is its 7-acre grassy area at the southern end. Google calls it Scallop Park, though it’s entirely within Coronado Village. The greenbelt boasts large cottonwood, fir, cedar, and mulberry trees.
Springtime in the park is delightful. There is a blanket of yellow dandelions and their seedheads, and the mulberry and cottonwood trees are budding with new growth as the temperature starts heating up. October weather can be cool, but it’s not too cold yet.
During our first visit in May 2023, I expressed interest to the office staff that we would like to attend the balloon fiesta in October 2024. Coincidentally, there was a cancellation on our departure day for the October 2023 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. We snagged the reservation immediately, even though the rates spiked during the event. Coronado Village is very close to the fiesta grounds.
October’s visit was spectacular, with balloons landing in the RV park, even right in front of our RV. The weather cooled quickly, requiring a heavy sweater by the end of the month. Early October was mild enough for just a light jacket, even for nighttime fiesta events, to which we rode our e-bikes.
A useful tip we’ve learned for saving money while traveling is to stay for a month when possible, as it often costs about the same as a two-week stay. This usually requires paying for electricity, but staying longer allows us to slow down and truly enjoy the area.
