98% (85) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near White Sands
White Sands Smokehouse
1. White Sands Smokehouse
95%
(61)
39mi from White Sands · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to White Sands Smokehouse! The summer of ‘25 has seen big changes to our little primitive campsite! We are proud to offer accommodations in our Air Conditioned 16’ diameter bell tent! You’re up off the ground on a sealed deck. The tent is waterproof and highly resilient in winds up to 50mph. **We do not have bedding available in the bell tent yet, so bring your own sleeping bag, cot, etc.**
Your Camp Host, Chef Üdø, is onsite most days and evenings, and has 30 years' experience in the catering and private chef biz, and as a camp host. He's happy to coordinate hot meals for you and your companions! No more need to go into town to get a pizza or some icky fast food! We will make you a homemade pizza, dry-aged steak, brined chicken, smoked Wagyu burger, or lasagna...all in-house. Vegan, vegetarian, kosher, low-sodium, and most other dietary restrictions are no problem! We'll bake you a birthday cake, brownies, pie, or even Crème brûlée! Contact Chef Üdø for more details and please check out our menu in the “Extras” section of our campsite listing. We can make just about anything in our sanitary kitchen facilities. We cook with a spirit of Love and inclusion in our kitchen, and it shows! ❤️ Check our reviews! People love my food because I ❤️ to make it!
Chef Üdø maintains current local food handler's certification, as well as HAACP federal certification. Prices are friendly and competitive with local restaurants. Vacuum-sealed frozen meals, aka “sous vide” available for most recipes.
(Please check “extras” section for more detail) We offer a 15amp electrical connection, access to clean running water, and access to our 4 acre back pasture. We feature unparalleled views of the sunrise over the mountains, as well as convenient access to Lincoln National Forest, White Sands National Monument, BLM off-road parklands, and nearby Alamogordo. Firewood available onsite for friendly prices (provided there isn't a current burn ban).
Additional onsite and backcountry packages are available, including fully-catered backcountry excursions in the Lincoln National Forest, wildlife spotting tours, photo tours, and even backcountry drive-in movies are available! Campfire setup, breakfast and omelette bar also available for large groups.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms
2. The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms
100%
(24)
23mi from White Sands · 3 sites · Lodging
Welcome to BNC Farms!
We are located smack in the middle of desert in Chaparral, NM. We have two short term rentals on the property. The Desert Dome and Harvey the Skoolie. Both are unique stays. We love to show people the beauty the desert has to offer. We also live on site and are around to answer any questions or help you out.
We want all of our guests to be able to enjoy their stay and have as much privacy as possible. Both stays have a fire pit and their own hang out area.
There are farm animals on the property! Your fur babies are welcome, we only ask you keep them leashed at all time.
If you would like to see more about our rentals, or see local recommendations check out our instagram @BNC3Farms.
We look forward to hosting you.
Bailey and Nadia
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$110
/ night
Gleatherland Ranch
3. Gleatherland Ranch
100%
(6)
40mi from White Sands · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
Enjoy beautiful views of Hueco Tanks, the surrounding mountains and expansive night skies at our 18 acre Ranch. Gleatherland offers a full array of accommodations including primitive camping, water/electric RV sites, glamping in one of our unique yurts or retro campers (seasonal) , as well as two fully equipped vacation rental homes open year round. ( see dates)
Located just minutes away from Hueco Tanks State Park. Enjoy all the park has to offer including rock climbing, hiking, birding rock art tours, etc. Other area attractions include Franklin Mountains, Guadalupe National Park, Carlsbad Caverns, White Sand Nat'l Monument, Hot Springs of TorC and more (from 1-2 hours drive).
Dates;
Primitive & RV Camping open August - May (closed June and July)
Glamping (yurts) open seasonally Nov- May
Vacation rental homes : open all year
Reservations required 24 hours in advance for all rentals and RV sites
Primitive Camping - walk-ins only, no reservation required.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Hueco Tanks Glamping
4. Hueco Tanks Glamping
41mi from White Sands · 1 site · Lodging
Shipping containers ready to accommodate up to four guests, located just 5 minutes from Hueco Tanks National Park. Each unit is equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay.
This is a great spot for hiking and bouldering, and the property also features an outdoor cinema and a private tub for relaxing under the stars.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$175
/ night
98% (85) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near White Sands
White Sands Smokehouse
1. White Sands Smokehouse
95%
(61)
39mi from White Sands · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to White Sands Smokehouse! The summer of ‘25 has seen big changes to our little primitive campsite! We are proud to offer accommodations in our Air Conditioned 16’ diameter bell tent! You’re up off the ground on a sealed deck. The tent is waterproof and highly resilient in winds up to 50mph. **We do not have bedding available in the bell tent yet, so bring your own sleeping bag, cot, etc.**
Your Camp Host, Chef Üdø, is onsite most days and evenings, and has 30 years' experience in the catering and private chef biz, and as a camp host. He's happy to coordinate hot meals for you and your companions! No more need to go into town to get a pizza or some icky fast food! We will make you a homemade pizza, dry-aged steak, brined chicken, smoked Wagyu burger, or lasagna...all in-house. Vegan, vegetarian, kosher, low-sodium, and most other dietary restrictions are no problem! We'll bake you a birthday cake, brownies, pie, or even Crème brûlée! Contact Chef Üdø for more details and please check out our menu in the “Extras” section of our campsite listing. We can make just about anything in our sanitary kitchen facilities. We cook with a spirit of Love and inclusion in our kitchen, and it shows! ❤️ Check our reviews! People love my food because I ❤️ to make it!
Chef Üdø maintains current local food handler's certification, as well as HAACP federal certification. Prices are friendly and competitive with local restaurants. Vacuum-sealed frozen meals, aka “sous vide” available for most recipes.
(Please check “extras” section for more detail) We offer a 15amp electrical connection, access to clean running water, and access to our 4 acre back pasture. We feature unparalleled views of the sunrise over the mountains, as well as convenient access to Lincoln National Forest, White Sands National Monument, BLM off-road parklands, and nearby Alamogordo. Firewood available onsite for friendly prices (provided there isn't a current burn ban).
Additional onsite and backcountry packages are available, including fully-catered backcountry excursions in the Lincoln National Forest, wildlife spotting tours, photo tours, and even backcountry drive-in movies are available! Campfire setup, breakfast and omelette bar also available for large groups.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms
2. The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms
100%
(24)
23mi from White Sands · 3 sites · Lodging
Welcome to BNC Farms!
We are located smack in the middle of desert in Chaparral, NM. We have two short term rentals on the property. The Desert Dome and Harvey the Skoolie. Both are unique stays. We love to show people the beauty the desert has to offer. We also live on site and are around to answer any questions or help you out.
We want all of our guests to be able to enjoy their stay and have as much privacy as possible. Both stays have a fire pit and their own hang out area.
There are farm animals on the property! Your fur babies are welcome, we only ask you keep them leashed at all time.
If you would like to see more about our rentals, or see local recommendations check out our instagram @BNC3Farms.
We look forward to hosting you.
Bailey and Nadia
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$110
/ night
Gleatherland Ranch
3. Gleatherland Ranch
100%
(6)
40mi from White Sands · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
Enjoy beautiful views of Hueco Tanks, the surrounding mountains and expansive night skies at our 18 acre Ranch. Gleatherland offers a full array of accommodations including primitive camping, water/electric RV sites, glamping in one of our unique yurts or retro campers (seasonal) , as well as two fully equipped vacation rental homes open year round. ( see dates)
Located just minutes away from Hueco Tanks State Park. Enjoy all the park has to offer including rock climbing, hiking, birding rock art tours, etc. Other area attractions include Franklin Mountains, Guadalupe National Park, Carlsbad Caverns, White Sand Nat'l Monument, Hot Springs of TorC and more (from 1-2 hours drive).
Dates;
Primitive & RV Camping open August - May (closed June and July)
Glamping (yurts) open seasonally Nov- May
Vacation rental homes : open all year
Reservations required 24 hours in advance for all rentals and RV sites
Primitive Camping - walk-ins only, no reservation required.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Hueco Tanks Glamping
4. Hueco Tanks Glamping
41mi from White Sands · 1 site · Lodging
Shipping containers ready to accommodate up to four guests, located just 5 minutes from Hueco Tanks National Park. Each unit is equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay.
This is a great spot for hiking and bouldering, and the property also features an outdoor cinema and a private tub for relaxing under the stars.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$175
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Andy
November 2025
With pets
Chef Üdø was an incredibly thoughtful and gracious host. He made sure we had everything we needed to be safe and comfortable. He had endless recommendations for the area and plenty of character. And his food was some of the best I’ve ever had
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Theresa
November 2025
3 nights at The Desert Dome @ BNC Farms
Check in was easy. Great communication. Very cozy. Loved seeing stars through Dome windows.
Everything we needed. Easy to use kitchen.
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Elizabeth
October 2025
With kids
Loved this dome, all the amenities and such a comfortable stay. Was planning to camp until those plans changed unexpectedly I am so happy I found this, it was perfect
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Ava
October 2025
1 night at White Sands Smokehouse
Chef Üdø’s site was a perfect spot for us as we stopped near White Sands NP during a longer camping roadtrip throughout the Southwest! The bell tent was super clean and fresh on a raised platform to keep away the mud and bugs. We enjoyed beautiful views of the Sandia Mountains / Dog Canyon while we ate a most scrumptious meal and woke up to a vibrant sunrise. I highly recommend Chef Udo’s food!! We had the world famous brined chicken, which came with a sweet potato mash and roasted asparagus - expertly seasoned and truly delicious. Udo was super communicative and helpful, reaching out well in advance to coordinate and he provided really useful tips about the area. Don’t skip the cookies! 🍪😋
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Mohammed
October 2025
Group trip
It was a quiet place for a nice get away from the city life, the place was easy to get to with clear and precise instructions.
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Vicky
August 2025
Group trip
Staying there was very convenient for us not too far from White sands. The tent was great, the pizza and cookies were fabulous!
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Donny
June 2025
Group trip
Such a cool place. The description doesn’t do it justice. Well stocked with everything you need. The owners live nearby in case you have any problems. Very fast to respond & happy to help. Beds were comfy. I didn’t bring my dog but wish I had. It’s set with a doggy door & a small fenced area for them.
We will definitely return.
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Michael
May 2025
With kids
The kids and I enjoyed the camper and thought it was the neatest thing to stay in. I give it 5 stars because unlike other campers/RV places this one has a playground that even my 9 year old could play on. Also, the hospitality was all there with plenty of water bottles stocked in the fridge, coffee and extra batteries for the remotes. The coloring pages for the kiddos was the sweetest touch. Thank you for hosting us.
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Annemarie
December 2024
With pets
Gorgeous desert dome! Very friendly helpful hosts. The dome was so cozy and welcoming, we loved staying there. Quiet, beautiful decorations, lots of games, fully stocked kitchen for cooking, washer and dryer, comfortable beds! We enjoyed the goats and donkey too. Strongly recommend.
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