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The best camping near Carlsbad with hiking

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Looking to go camping near Carlsbad, New Mexico and indulge in some hiking? Look no further than Dusty Rabbit Van Life (53 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and A True Cold War Relic..Missile Silo (51 reviews). You'll have access to popular amenities like trash disposal, cooking equipment, and the opportunity to have campfires. Plus, if you're interested in other activities, you can also enjoy paddling, horseback riding, and biking. So get out there and start exploring!

Top-rated campgrounds near Carlsbad

  • Another view of campsites with the water on the other side.
  • Another view of campsites with the water on the other side.

1. Brantley Lake State Park

100%
(5)
27 sites · Happy Valley, New Mexico
Discover Brantley Lake State Park: A Haven for Water Sports and Camping.
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Toilets
Campfires
  • Lincoln National Forest
  • Lincoln National Forest
  • Lincoln National Forest

2. Lincoln National Forest

92%
(31)
386 sites · Twin Forks, New Mexico
Lincoln National Forest is a delight for the senses! Gaze upon cacti, smell the spruce at the top of the Sierra Blanca mountains, and feel the cool water on your skin relaxing at Sitting Bull Falls. With a range of elevation comes a range of activities; trails for both beginner and experienced hikers or hop on your horse and explore Dog Canyon Trail that traverses up over 2,000 feet (gnarly!). Camping is cushy and available year round, allowing you to experience the vast array of wildflowers at Bluff Springs in the springtime, or surf the snow in the winter at Ski Apache. With scenic mountain views, ranger programs to brush up on the area, and easy access to the town of Ruidoso, Lincoln is a mountain lovers dream without the crowds!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park
  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park
  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park

3. Guadalupe Mountains National Park

97%
(39)
54 sites · Dell City, Texas
Camp within view of Texas’s tallest peaks in the Guadalupe Mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water

Looking to go camping near Carlsbad, New Mexico and indulge in some hiking? Look no further than Dusty Rabbit Van Life (53 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and A True Cold War Relic..Missile Silo (51 reviews). You'll have access to popular amenities like trash disposal, cooking equipment, and the opportunity to have campfires. Plus, if you're interested in other activities, you can also enjoy paddling, horseback riding, and biking. So get out there and start exploring!

Top-rated campgrounds near Carlsbad

  • Another view of campsites with the water on the other side.
  • Another view of campsites with the water on the other side.

1. Brantley Lake State Park

100%
(5)
27 sites · Happy Valley, New Mexico
Discover Brantley Lake State Park: A Haven for Water Sports and Camping.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • Lincoln National Forest
  • Lincoln National Forest
  • Lincoln National Forest

2. Lincoln National Forest

92%
(31)
386 sites · Twin Forks, New Mexico
Lincoln National Forest is a delight for the senses! Gaze upon cacti, smell the spruce at the top of the Sierra Blanca mountains, and feel the cool water on your skin relaxing at Sitting Bull Falls. With a range of elevation comes a range of activities; trails for both beginner and experienced hikers or hop on your horse and explore Dog Canyon Trail that traverses up over 2,000 feet (gnarly!). Camping is cushy and available year round, allowing you to experience the vast array of wildflowers at Bluff Springs in the springtime, or surf the snow in the winter at Ski Apache. With scenic mountain views, ranger programs to brush up on the area, and easy access to the town of Ruidoso, Lincoln is a mountain lovers dream without the crowds!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park
  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park
  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park

3. Guadalupe Mountains National Park

97%
(39)
54 sites · Dell City, Texas
Camp within view of Texas’s tallest peaks in the Guadalupe Mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water

Public campgrounds near Carlsbad

Rocky Bay Primitive Campground

Rocky Bay Primitive Campground

13mi from Carlsbad · 1 site · in Brantley Lake State Park
The campground is next to Brantley Lake.
100%
(5)

Limestone Campground

13mi from Carlsbad · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Brantley Lake State Park
Guadalupe Ranger District Dispersed Camping
100%
(4)

Guadalupe Ranger District Dispersed Camping

38mi from Carlsbad · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Lincoln National Forest
Dog Canyon Campground
88%
(4)

Dog Canyon Campground

45mi from Carlsbad · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Dog Canyon Group Campground

Dog Canyon Group Campground

45mi from Carlsbad · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Overlooking the park.
98%
(25)

Pine Springs Campground

49mi from Carlsbad · 39 sites · Tents, RVs · in Guadalupe Mountains National Park
This campsite is a virtual wind tunnel! Make sure to anchor that tent well. The views at night are amazing though!
100%
(10)

Pine Springs Group Campground

49mi from Carlsbad · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Nearby public parks

Browse national and state parks near Carlsbad

Brantley Lake State Park
100%
(5)
Brantley Lake State Park
Happy Valley, New Mexico
Lincoln National Forest
92%
(31)
Lincoln National Forest
Twin Forks, New Mexico
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
97%
(39)
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Dell City, Texas
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Top parks near Carlsbad

Monahans Sandhills State Park
Lincoln National Forest
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Aguirre Spring Recreation Area
Rockhound State Park
Santa Rosa State Park
Chiricahua National Monument
Abilene State Park

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