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Apache Creek Campground

Apache Creek Campground, near Apache Creek, New Mexico, is a straightforward and inviting place for campers looking to unwind in nature. With spacious sites surrounded by Ponderosa pines and deciduous trees, it’s a great spot for those who appreciate a bit of peace and quiet.

This campground is all about simplicity, featuring vault toilets and a clean environment. Visitors have noted that the sites are well-separated, allowing for a sense of privacy while still being part of a community. One camper mentioned, “All sites are pretty nice,” which speaks to the overall quality of the camping experience here.

For outdoor lovers, the nearby national forest offers fantastic hiking trails, making it an ideal base for exploration. Plus, there’s a small store just a short drive away where you can grab essentials like water and ice. As one reviewer put it, “The hiking in the national forest was fabulous,” highlighting the area’s natural beauty.

While there are no hookups or showers, the campground’s charm lies in its rustic feel and the opportunity for stargazing at night. Campers have enjoyed gathering around campfires, soaking in the cool evening air, and taking in the serene surroundings. Whether you’re stopping for a night or planning a longer stay, Apache Creek Campground offers a refreshing escape into the great outdoors.

Description

National Forest

This is a nice quiet undeveloped campground amongst ponderosa pines and abundant wildlife.Apache Creek Campground is in the northwest region of the forest. There are plenty of trees to provide shade and this is a very clean campground.

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Location

Apache Creek Campground is located in New Mexico

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Directions

Apache Creek Campground is located approximately 12 miles northeast of Reserve on the south side of New Mexico Highway 12. Just past mile marker 19, turn south onto Forest Road 94 (Cox Canyon Rd.). Apache Creek Campground is located on the right side of the road.

Coordinates

33.828528 N
108.627974 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.

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Reviewed Jun. 15, 2024

Perfect for a Stopover

Apache Creek CG: Apache Creek store is right across the street. Up the road an eighth of a mile. Ice is available there.

(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

Overall Rating: 5 for a one night stop over Security: no Usage during visit: light Site Spacing: Spread out campsites Pad surface: dirt Reservations: Looks to be first come first serve. Campground Noise: Quiet Outside Road Noise: no Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: no Potable Water Available: I did not see any water spigots. Generators: allowed Bathroom: Vault toilet Showers: no Pull Throughs: yes Setting: in open Ponderosa Forest and deciduous trees. Solar: Sites look to have nice solar Rig Size: Large rigs Sites: All sites are pretty nice.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Roger W., June 15, 2024
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Roger W., June 15, 2024
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Roger W., June 15, 2024
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Reviewed Apr. 28, 2022

great spot

This is a basic free campground, with dispersed camping, no hookups and a vault toilet.  We were there in april and during the week at it to ourselves.  Is was rather full on the weekend but still quiet.  The hiking in the national forest was fabulous and this was a good base to get to hikes from.   There is a small store in Apache Creek about 5 minutes from the campground that sold water, ice, and other essentials.  Nice clean place to camp.

Reviewed May. 20, 2021

Nice and quiet. Plenty of hiking trails.

I arrived on a Sunday afternoon in mid May. There were a few campers, but less than half full. Temp was 69. Running water and pit toilets, very clean.

Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Apr. 18, 2021

Super clean

Spent the last three days enjoying Apache Creek campground. Large camping sites clean campgrounds and restroom Was able to have campfires
Cool in morning snd evening but plenty of wood around to collect.

No water or electricity.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Karen  N., April 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Karen  N., April 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Karen  N., April 18, 2021
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Reviewed May. 24, 2020

Fun weekend!

Campgrounds were well separated, well kept. Excellent stargazing available, as well as lots of hikes to pick from nearby! We ran into a thru-hiker doing the CDT when we were there last May (if you’re reading this, hi Pacer!)

  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Laura S., May 24, 2020
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Laura S., May 24, 2020
  • Review photo of Apache Creek Campground by Laura S., May 24, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Apache Creek Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Apache Creek Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Apache Creek Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.