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Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest

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Overview

Apache Campground offers 24 sites that can accommodate tents or RVs up to 30 feet in length. This area is composed of a beautiful mixed conifer/aspen forest and sits at an elevation of 8,900 feet__which provides Southern New Mexico an escape from summer heat on the desert floor. This campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, parking, toilets, and a central garbage depository. Interpretive trails are also available. Hook ups are NOT available at this location.

Facilities

This campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, parking, toilets, and a central garbage depository.

Contact Info

Between 05/22/2026 and 09/06/2026 this location is staffed. Please call (575) 682-1518 to speak with local staff. From 09/07/2026 to 05/09/2027 this location is unstaffed. Please call (877) 444-6777 for general information.

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Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest is located in New Mexico

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Directions

Travel east on US82 from Cloudcroft, turn left onto NM244. In approximately 4 miles turn right at the Silver-Saddle-Apache Campground Complex sign (Forest Road 24C).

Coordinates

32.96801 N
105.72901 W

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Reviewed Sep. 2, 2021

Sweet retreat

This is a sweet little quiet campground that offers paved or gravel parking along with picnic tables fire rings and grills at each camping spot. There are no hookups, dry camping only. Firewood available at camp host for $6 a bundle.

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest by Jeremy M., September 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest by Jeremy M., September 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest by Jeremy M., September 2, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 21, 2021

Apache Campground June 2021

There are three very similar camp loops all connected to one road. The trash and showers are at the front. There is a fee for the showers. The sites are well spread out and clean. Camp hosts are on site and are visible. Vault toilets were clean and well maintained. You can park and walk out a short distance to site or RV/car camp next to site. The weather was pleasant and even a little chilly at night! Flies and bugs were at a minimum. Throughly enjoyed the visit!

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2019

Great Overnight on our way from the Caverns to White Sands

Beautiful drive on Highway 82 west towards Cloudcroft. Stop at the roadside petting zoo! 

Apache appeared to be the only campground of the three open in late September. Super nice hosts and well maintained - there were even trash cans and hand sanitizer in the restroom which was a nice touch. 

The sites were relatively far apart and backed up into a nice wooded area. 

Hardly anyone else there on a weeknight in September. 

Strange animal noises at night!

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest by Lindsey S., October 1, 2019
Reviewed Jul. 22, 2019

Well cared for campground

$22 a night. Vaulted toilets, but bathrooms were super clean. Campsite hosts were great. The grounds were well taken care of. Close to town and plenty of trails nearby. Sites are fairly close together but we felt we had enough privacy.

  • Review photo of Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest by Amber B., July 22, 2019
  • Review photo of Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest by Amber B., July 22, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest?

Apache Campground — Lincoln National Forest allows vehicles up to 30 feet.

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