Camping near Cloudcroft, New Mexico
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- Cloudcroft
Camping near Cloudcroft
A high-altitude hiking destination with Old Western charm.
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Camp Rio
57 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents9 acres · Mayhill, NMCamp Rio, formerly named Camp @ Cloudcroft is located in beautiful SE New Mexico! The 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 The Camp @ Cloudcroft 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 have wifi as well. Our location is superb to use as a base camp for numerous attractions as a centralized location to have many adventures.
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Dusty Rabbit Van Life
4 sites · RVs, Tents2000 acres · NMLearn more about this land:Dusty Rabbit Van Life @ Schrimsher Ranch is an alternative camping & Star Gazing location just outside of town, yet close to the open road. A great place to relax under the stars, have a camp fire, and kick back next to your travel rig after a long day. You are welcome to explore the 600+ acres of rolling hills and high desert of our ranch. If you cross a fence you've gone too far, so that makes it easy for you to know where you're at. You might just want to crash for the night in a safe location out on the rangeland or stay a day or two to enjoy the land to walk, mountain bike antelope trails, and maybe even Sniffers the pronghorn antelope will find ya before you head out. This is a primitive site, so leave no trace practice is appreciated and pack in/out is how we do it here. If you come in the summer prepare the morning coffee early and enjoy the desert sun's rays hit the Capitan, but by 9am it will be hot, so be ready! Best star gazing and satellite watching in the world!
I have several sites to choose from. But remember to keep an eye on the wind and weather as it can get crazy out here sometimes…..!!! I try to keep the sites stocked with firewood, but fill free to bring your own.
Lonely Bull Camp 1 is my most popular site. It is very private and is easily accessible by most vehicles and campers.
Ask about Lonely Bull Camp 4x4 if you have a capable vehicle. Amazing stars!!
Old Highway Camp is a great alternative if you want something closer to the highway and have a safe private place to pull over, camp, kickback, make a fire and get back to your life on the on the road in the morning. It is closer to the highway, but is quite at night and has great star gazing. Enjoy being greeted by The Mountain in the morning. Let me know where you would like to stay and I will do my best to accommodate you! Safe travels!
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Quail Run Tiny Guesthouse
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Alamogordo, NMQuail Run was delivered to us June 10th 2020. In decorating the house I wanted it to have the feel of the Old West so is rustic and cozy at the same time . The outside was finished with American cedar and corrugated metal giving it a modern twist on the old west. Inside you'll find neutral tones, curtains made with from burlap bags, kitchen sink which is actually a galvanized pail. There are other surprises in the bathroom which is quite ample. Upstairs in the loft is a memory foam mattress quilts, fluffy pillows and two small Windows which offer a pleasant cross breeze.
Also displayed outside on the fence is an old saddle which has seen better days. It was a gift from a mescalero Apache fellow whose parents found that saddle in the woods in mescalero in the 1950s. Also it's not beautiful I consider it a treasure. Make sure you take a look while you're here
Once the house was delivered we went to town adding our own touches to the decor, actually reworking the kitchen and finishing all the wood. The fellow who built it also delivered it from Denver for us, set it up, and built a ramp right on site. We rewarded him with a spaghetti dinner and sent brownies later, hahaha!
Our tiny house is a little beauty and very popular! We hope you visit soon!
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Pedro S.’s Land
4 sites · Lodging30 acres · NMUnplug 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.
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Tin Roofed Cabin-White Sands
1 site · Lodging5 acres · Tularosa, NMBeautiful property surrounded by mountains and canyons. It's a hiker's paradise and with cooler weather will be perfect! It was raw land but with many years of hard work it is finally looking awesome and is ready to share the love. Many local places to explore for the true "Hippie Hiker" or artist.
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RV Parking on private 2 Acre Ranch
1 site · RV2 acres · El Paso, TXStunning El Paso Country Style Ranch house on 2 acres. Sprawling acreage has nice pull through level driveway / level pad for parking and can accommodate any size rig in very quiet neighborhood away from the city lights with great views of stars at night.
Whether you are a adrenaline junkie or just searching for some peace and quiet, this property offers the ultimate adventure with a perimeter trail and a figure eight track for e-bikes (we offer rentals) surrounded by spectacular views of the desert skyline.
This area is a haven for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts with Hueco Tanks and Red Sands offering hiking, rock climbing and off roading all within 10 miles. El Paso is also a short distance away with a zoo, a diverse food scene and deeply rooted cultures. Fort Bliss is within close proximity along with several public golf courses nearby for you golfers!!!
BBQ Grill available and outdoor dining / lounge area.
e-bikes rent for $25 per bike / per day for use on site only:
(2) MX125 12 volt 100 watt Minimum Age 7+ years old Max Weight 110 lbs
(1) MX 350 24 volt 300 watt Age 13+ years old Max weight 140 lbs
(1) MX 650 36 volt 650 watt Age 16+ years old Max weight 220 lbs
Sizes vary, weight and age restrictions apply, helmets are available
LIABILITY RELEASE IS MANDATORY!!!
Self Contained Travel trailers only, RV, 5th Wheels or Toy Haulers, short term stays only. There are NO bathrooms available onsite.
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Hot Springs Glamp Camp
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · NMCome for the Hot Springs, Stay for the Camping!
For travelers looking for a unique and easy getaway or break from the road, Hot Springs Glamp Camp offers the perfect
"Glamorous Camping"
experience!
Unlike chain hotels or Airbnb stays, Glamp Camp creates a place for both community and alone time;
for rejuvenation and healing in the onsite hot springs,
in a relaxing, friendly, tribe vibe.
Well-behaved children and dogs are welcome (Pets must be approved to stay in accommodations,
be on-leash, and cleaned up after at all times).
Fun Fact: This property is rumored to have been a nudist colony and/or spiritual commune in the 80's.
We look forward to hosting you!
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Tres Caballos
2 sites · Lodging7 acres · Las Cruces, NMLocals consider this property one of the best secrets of the valley. The main house is an old adobe built sometime in the '30s, added on to over the years. Joe Augustine raised his family as well as race horses here and it is often referred as the old Augustine place.
Things I love about this place; a landscape in every direction, all the mountains that create the Mesilla Valley are visible, the way the light changes, the sound of the train, how quiet and peaceful it is, watching the crops grow and change, the very dark nights. It is an amazingly healing space to be, it kinda sucks the hustle right out of you allowing space for expansion. Come be still and listen.
Access to the river and mountains is easy, day trips abound, and town is close enough but not too close.
Ask me about an Artist Retreat beginner or masterclasses availableLearn more about this land:Welcome to dark star filled nights and birdsong days. This is your Gateway to all that southern new Mexico has to offer and it's a lot! Your Casita is a very well appointed two bedroom two bathroom, full kitchen, dining area and living room. All with a retro/boho feel, mid century modern meets vintage finds. The vistas are always enchanting and can be enjoyed from either of the covered porches, or out by the stock tank pond, you will have a front row seat to the Dona Ana and Organ Mountains, and probably a couple of exotic horses grazing in the pasture, just because!We have Parks, Monuments, public lands all for the hikers, foodies will delight in the many restaurants, food trucks, brew pubs and distilleries. Arts and culture abound also with a variety of museums, art galleries, theater and fiestas.And yet the farm feels remote, a slice of solitude, it is the perfect gateway to the world and the perfect place to come home to.
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SaddleHawk Ranch
17 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Deming, NMLocated in the high desert of the Southwest, we have multiple areas for you to RV boondock or tent camp. We are a working ranch and a 501(c)3 non profit charity organization, with 32 +- Equines (Horses, Mules, Donkeys) and a horse and buggy driving school. Most are rescued from Texas where they would have been shipped to Mexico for slaughter. Come pet and love on them.
We have water hydrants located around the Ranch and a BBQ area for you to use.
We can accommodate any size RV up to and including tractor trailers
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David W.’s Land
2 sites · Lodging, Tents320 acres · Mountainair, NM
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High Country Hip Camp
8 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Magdalena, NMWe live on a 5 acre mini ranch right in the Village of Magdalena. Our property looks remote because we are on the edge of the village overlooking the hills and mountains of village land, however we are just a hop skip jump away from the local bar, cafe, gas station, etc.
This property is best suited for RVs, car camping, vans, etc. Tent camping is available, but beware of winds. We offer very limited access to amenities, but with some notice we can help with with water hook ups, garbage disposal. We have an extra bathroom in the house available for guests to use for toilet and showers, but require arrangements, as we have dogs and will need to unlock house as needed.
Folks are welcome to start a fire at the fire pit and say hello to our animals. We have a donkey named Dolly, a goat named Jake, and mini horse named Amber. We also have 2 horses on site named Cowgirl and Chiquita.
Check out our second property on HipCamp, Tumbleweeds Diner!
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Perry Farms Desert Camp
20 sites · Tents40 acres · Socorro, NMPerry Farms is the home place of the Perry Family, established in 1980, and provided much open space for the children to grow and play. It is located in the northern edges of the Chihuahuan Desert. Native fauna and flora as well as beautiful blue skies, with millions of stars provide peaceful, quiet moments of nature.Learn more about this land:Desert Camp consists of unimproved camping areas on family property of Perry Farms. The land has arroyos, mesas, lots of flat areas to pitch a tent or sleep on the ground under the beautiful, dark New Mexico skies. There are also a few places to hang a hammock. To the west, there are miles and miles to hike, mountain bike, or just enjoy the view of the Magdalena Mountains. Neighbors are quiet and you can choose a spot away from anyone.
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Cloudcroft is a little Old Western town tucked away high in the Sacramento Mountains at nearly 8,700 feet above sea level—it’s actually the highest town in New Mexico. Cloudcroft is a popular summer retreat for Las Cruces and El Paso locals looking to escape the summer heat and enjoy a little greenery. Cloudcroft’s compact downtown is lined with cafes, bakeries, and local art shops, plus you’ll find numerous hiking, mountain biking, and camping opportunities just outside of town. Cloudcroft makes a wonderful basecamp for exploring Lincoln National Forest.
Where to Go
Trestle Recreation Area
On the west end of Cloudcroft, the Trestle Recreation Area offers hiking trails and a cozy picnic area. The highlight is hiking the Mexican Trestle Overlook trail, which takes you right to the base of the Mexican Canyon Trestle, a 323-foot wooden curved railroad trestle constructed in 1899 for the Alamogordo and Sacramento Mountain Railway. You can also view the trestle from Highway 82 just north of town.
Lincoln National Forest
Lincoln National Forest covers a huge variety of terrain in southcentral New Mexico, including much of the wildlands outside of Cloudcroft. The forest features two wilderness areas, dozens of hiking trails, and several designated campgrounds. Lincoln National Forest was home to real-life Smokey the Bear, a bear cub orphaned by a wildfire in 1950 that spurred an entire forest fire prevention marketing campaign.
White Sands National Park
Cloudcroft is only 40 miles from White Sands National Park. It’s one of America’s newest national parks and it’s also one of the most unique. White Sands is home to the largest gypsum sand dunes in the world and visitors can climb the dazzling white dunes and sled down them on plastic saucers available for purchase at the visitor center. No overnight camping is available in the park although backcountry camping is allowed with a permit.
When to Go
Cloudcroft’s high elevation makes it a great place to escape the heat of the neighboring lower-lying desert areas. The best time for camping and hiking near Cloudcroft is from April through October. Many camping areas in the Sacramento Mountains are only open from May through September. There’s also a small downhill ski area in Cloudcroft making it a fun place to visit in winter.
Know Before You Go
- Cloudcroft has restaurants, cafes, a gas station, an outdoor shop, and a small grocery store.
- Reservations are only available for some group campgrounds in Lincoln National Forest. All other campgrounds are first-come, first-served only.
- Campgrounds in Lincoln National Forest have little or no drinking water, so come prepared with lots of water.
- The Osha Trail begins and ends just outside of Cloudcroft and provides fantastic views of the area in just a short distance.
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