The best ranch camping near Dexter

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Ranch camping in Dexter brings you wide-open skies, stretches of sagebrush, and a dose of New Mexico history. With over 18 ranch stays to choose from, you can set up camp for as little as $20 a night, with the average spot going for $39. Want something different? Bunk down at Dusty Rabbit Van Life—120 reviewers rave about its sunsets and laid-back vibe. Or explore the Cold War era at A True Cold War Relic..Missile Silo with its underground stories and 97 reviews to back it up. Prefer something quieter? Casa Linda Campgrounds is smaller but well-kept. Most ranch sites offer toilets, hot showers, and are pet friendly. Spend your days hiking the local trails, fishing, or—when winter rolls in—trying out snow sports. Dexter’s ranch camps give you space to breathe and a taste of life on the range.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Dexter

1. Dusty Rabbit Van Life

99%
(238)
25mi from Dexter · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
STARGAZING & MYSTERIOUS LIGHTS ABOUND! Dusty Rabbit Van Life @ Schrimsher Ranch is an alternative camping and Star Gazing location just outside of ROSWELL, 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 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!
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$32
 / night

Ranch camping in Dexter brings you wide-open skies, stretches of sagebrush, and a dose of New Mexico history. With over 18 ranch stays to choose from, you can set up camp for as little as $20 a night, with the average spot going for $39. Want something different? Bunk down at Dusty Rabbit Van Life—120 reviewers rave about its sunsets and laid-back vibe. Or explore the Cold War era at A True Cold War Relic..Missile Silo with its underground stories and 97 reviews to back it up. Prefer something quieter? Casa Linda Campgrounds is smaller but well-kept. Most ranch sites offer toilets, hot showers, and are pet friendly. Spend your days hiking the local trails, fishing, or—when winter rolls in—trying out snow sports. Dexter’s ranch camps give you space to breathe and a taste of life on the range.

98% (131)

Top-rated campgrounds near Dexter

1. Dusty Rabbit Van Life

99%
(238)
25mi from Dexter · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
STARGAZING & MYSTERIOUS LIGHTS ABOUND! Dusty Rabbit Van Life @ Schrimsher Ranch is an alternative camping and Star Gazing location just outside of ROSWELL, 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 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!
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$32
 / night

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