Five designated sites with covered picnic tables, grills, and a vault toilet give this BLM area more infrastructure than most dispersed spots in the region, yet it draws primarily OHV riders out to explore the sand dunes and washed-out hills surrounding the lake. The access road runs off the main highway without requiring high clearance, though the gravel surface gets washboarded and sections show gully wash damage, so slower speeds help protect rigs and trailers. No water or hookups are on-site, and the nearest resupply town sits roughly 25 minutes out.
The five sites each have enough room to accommodate multiple rigs, and a large central area handles overflow parking when the named spots fill. Nights here run consistently quiet, with coyotes audible in the distance. Wind can be a factor, particularly in the early morning hours. Tent campers should weigh that carefully. AT&T and T-Mobile users have both reported usable cell signal, which is worth noting for remote BLM land.
As Abby M. puts it, "no water or hookups so come prepared." The ground is a white flaky soil that holds up reasonably well in dry conditions, though hard rain could change that picture. Nearby, Hackberry Lake offers a related spot about seven miles southwest for those wanting to compare options in the area. Campers exploring the region can also browse places to camp around Carlsbad for additional staging points before heading out. Pack water, stake down your shelter, and plan for wind if arriving in winter months.
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Map & DirectionsHackberry Lake OHV Area is located in New Mexico near Carlsbad
Directions
Hackberry Lake OHV Area is about 20 miles northeast of Carlsbad, NM, and can be accessed at a number of locations. To access the most commonly used parking area, follow US 62/180, turn north on SR 360, and travel approximately 5.7 miles and turn east on CR 222. The parking lot is on the north side of the road.
Coordinates
32.63492207 N
103.86952027 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/30/26- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/30/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 10 min from Odessa, TX
- 2 hrs 16 min from Midland, TX
- 2 hrs 22 min from Lubbock, TX
- 2 hrs 51 min from El Paso, TX
