Go skiing or take a spring trek through Lincoln National Forest—Ruidoso camping has it all.
Set up a base camp in town at Ruidoso RV parks, private tent camping sites, and cabin rentals to head right into White Sands National Park. Or head to Ski Apache Resort and Recreation Area in winter from a group campground equipped for camper trailers and tents with picnic tables, electric hookups, toilets, and showers near Sierra Blanca Peak. Hiking and horseback riding enthusiasts will want to make a stop at Lincoln National Forest, just an hour south of Ruidoso. Stop by Rainbow Lake on the way during summer to cool off before hitting Lincoln’s hiking trails. A short hike can also be combined with a scenic drive around the glistening gypsum landscape of White Sands. Nearby, there are an array of camping areas to choose from like glamping sites, RV resorts, off-the-grid tent campsites, and pet-friendly campgrounds that help turn a day trip to the forest into a longer getaway.