The best dog-friendly glamping near Capitan, New Mexico

Looking for a luxurious camping experience with your furry friend near Capitan, New Mexico? Hipcamp has over 99 options for you to choose from with glamping accommodations and the ability to bring your pets. The average price per night is $52 with options as low as $15. Check out top campsites like Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and Quail Run Tiny Guesthouse (74 reviews). Popular amenities include toilets, potable water, and trash. Enjoy activities like whitewater paddling, snow sports, and historic sites while you experience the great outdoors in style.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a luxurious camping experience with your furry friend near Capitan, New Mexico? Hipcamp has over 99 options for you to choose from with glamping accommodations and the ability to bring your pets. The average price per night is $52 with options as low as $15. Check out top campsites like Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and Quail Run Tiny Guesthouse (74 reviews). Popular amenities include toilets, potable water, and trash. Enjoy activities like whitewater paddling, snow sports, and historic sites while you experience the great outdoors in style.

98% (247)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Camp Rio

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46mi from Capitan · 57 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mayhill, NM

Camp Rio, formerly named Camp @ Cloudcroft is located in beautiful SE New Mexico! This clean family park is surrounded by thousands of acres of the Lincoln National Forest. The forest is laced with small villages, picturesque roads, riding, hiking, golf, and walking trails. Small valleys, surrounding mountains, racing streams, wildlife, birds, mountain glens and outdoor activities are available to Camp Rio guests. The small towns around us are Mayhill, Cloudcroft, Weed, and Pinion. These towns have scheduled activities such as arts and craft fairs, car shows, bluegrass festivals, dog shows, and Lumberjack days. Additional day trips to Alamogordo, Capitan (Smokey the Bear), Carlsbad, Las Cruces, Lincoln (Billy the Kid), Ruidoso (skiing), Sunspot (National Solar Observatory, Truth or Consequences (Hot Springs) and White Sands National Monument! Guests enjoy our upgraded free wifi to have the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful nature, while still being able to connect with family/friends/work. Our location is superb to use as a base camp for numerous attractions as a centralized location to have many adventures.

2. El Mistico

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6mi from Capitan · 7 sites · Lodging · Nogal, NM

Unplug from the city to soak up in nature and experience El Mistico Ranch. El Mistico Ranch consist of 30 acres of natural high desert land with natural spring waters, nearby Lincoln National Forest as our next door neighbor, you are actually just a short drive to Capitan for basic services and shopping; Ruidoso for arts, golf, dining, skiing, and more. The climate is mild here and the property is vegetated with pinon pine, juniper, and a variety of cacti. We're delighted to introduce you to Chester, our friendly Saint Bernard. At just a year old, Chester is a gentle giant with a heart of gold, spreading joy to all who visit. Chester not only brings warmth and joy to our guests but also plays an important role in taking care of the property. He roams around the ranch, ensuring that everything is in order and providing a sense of security to our guests. Sometimes, he even accompanies guests to their units to ensure they arrive safely.

3. El Campo Glamping LLC

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43mi from Capitan · 3 sites · Lodging · High Rolls, NM

Experience beauty, nature, and relaxation at our exclusive glamp site. Our campsite includes luxury tents, beautiful views, and scenic walking paths. The tents are hotel-quality, giving you a comfortable and luxurious camping experience—without all the setup. Escape the ordinary and count the stars at our one-of-a-kind property. Experience the outdoors with the comforts of home at El Campo Glamping, nestled on 20 acres of private land in High Rolls Mountain Park. Our luxury tents are heated and cooled and feature hotel-quality beds and linens. Each tent includes a private, detached bathroom with a hot shower, sink, and incinerating toilet. We currently offer three tents, including options for up to four guests and two guests. Future plans for full site development include a total of 15 tents and an event venue.

Stories from the community

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Samantha

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to El Campo Glamping LLC

Fabulous. Super cozy, has everything you need. Neighbors totally get the chill vibe — no noise, no drama. Really private, clean, well-equipped, and just 20 minutes out on a smooth road to the nearest town. Views are insane. 10/10 would stay again.

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Isabel

October 2025

With kids

3 nights at El Mistico

This place exceeded my expectations! It was such a neat place to stay, very cut, clean, and had all the amenities we needed. What I loved the most is that the whole building and every room felt like a piece of art. From the wall trims and grout choice to the pieces hanging on the wall. Every single detail seemed carefully curated so that it felt as if I was staying in a work of art. 10/10

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Nick

August 2025

Weekend Trip to El Mistico

Crows nest tree house was so much fun. You can tell they thought out its design & ammenities well. We really enjoyed the view, cooking out on the grill & enjoying the beautiful weather. The ranch is also full of walking trails & they provide you carts with wheels at the parking area, which was very helpful.

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Jamie

July 2025

With kids

1 night at El Mistico

Came here after visiting White Sands National Park. Incredible doesn’t describe it enough. 100/10 hands down coolest place we’ve ever stayed. We came with our two kids and pup and stayed in the Crow’s Nest. We played rock checkers, the coolest small playground, the slide off our top deck to the private hang out spot under our treehouse. The sunrise breakfast over the mountains, all amenities needed, so comfortable. The vhs tv was a hit with out kids (we got to show them how rewinding used to be done). I literally cannot say enough great things. So clean so cozy, just perfect!

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Pam

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp Rio

Camp Rio was in a beautiful setting, nicely wooded, clean and inviting. The staff was friendly and eager to help is there was anything needed.

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Laura

July 2025

With kids

4 nights at El Mistico

Crow's Nest was amazing! My kids LOVED the slide and outdoor living area. Visits from Chester the St. Bernard we're another highlight! Views from the deck and beautiful surroundings with a touch of whimsy made it perfect. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

Elaine

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Camp Rio

Wonderful hosts, wonderful "glamping" camper! I love everything vintage and the Shasta Daisy was just perfect for our one night stay! The area is gorgeous and I can't wait to return with my kids!

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Kerry

May 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Camp Rio

Clean mountain air. Tucked away with a little more privacy.

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Taylor

December 2024

1 night at El Mistico

Such a cool spot to stay! We will be going back to back out some of the other places they have on the property. Gated and secure spot to stay on a road trip. Beautiful starry nights:

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종협

December 2024

Group trip

Weekend Trip to El Mistico

It was a great place to rest with family. My family got here in end of December. and made an amazing memories.

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Sarit

December 2024

Group trip

1 night at El Mistico

Four of us stayed at the Crow's Nest. The views were absolutely stunning and the place was very comfortable! Beautiful, well-kept property and Pedro was very responsive!