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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Alamogordo, NM

493 Reviews

Alamogordo / White Sands KOA accommodates pets with designated pet-friendly tent sites, RV spots, cabins and glamping options. Dogs are allowed throughout the campground with standard leash requirements. The KOA maintains clean facilities with hot showers, laundry, and a small dog run area for exercising pets. Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground and Boot Hill RV Resort also welcome pets with spacious sites and basic amenities. Forest Road 568 offers free dispersed camping with pets allowed, providing a more rustic alternative to developed campgrounds. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed at all times, supervised by owners, and waste properly disposed of in designated receptacles. Train noise occasionally disturbs light-sleeping pets at the KOA location.

Dog Canyon dispersed camping area provides primitive pet-friendly camping with no facilities but allows dogs to accompany hikers on trails. The area around White Sands National Park has multiple pet-accessible camping options within 20-25 minutes of the park entrance. Bluff Springs Dispersed Camping permits dogs in a more remote forest setting with basic toilet facilities. Summer temperatures in Alamogordo regularly exceed 90°F, requiring extra water for pets and morning or evening exercise schedules. Several campers note that the KOA staff provides free sleds to borrow for White Sands, though pets have restricted access within certain areas of the national park. Walmart in Alamogordo permits overnight RV parking with pets, serving as a convenient stopover option when visiting area attractions.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Alamogordo, New Mexico (91)

    1. Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Sunspot, NM
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (236) 682-6567

    $15 - $30 / night

    "About 15 minutes from Alamogordo and 30 minutes from White Sands, so convenient, too. It seemed to be full on Friday night but only half-full on Saturday night."

    "Reservation camp ground about 15-20 min from Alamogordo. Great views, although a little windy at night since you're right up against the mountains."

    2. Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

    37 Reviews
    Alamogordo, NM
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-3452

    "They had a dog park, laundry room, clean showers and bathroom. The pools was closed but looked perfect! Thanks for such a great experience!"

    "Local to everything in Alamogordo. Propane available, laundry, cabins, hot as hell showers, water pressure is really high at around 155 psi. So definitely bring a regulator."

    3. Dog Canyon

    17 Reviews
    Sunspot, NM
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 525-4300

    "About 20 minutes south of Alamogordo. Main dirt road is fine, even for larger rigs. Side road that runs north/south may give you issues. Plenty of obvious campsites, many of which are level."

    "Dog friendly."

    4. Boot Hill RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Tularosa, NM
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 439-6224

    "We visited White Sands NP and Three Rivers Petroglyph Area from this spot, and each was about equal distance. Not that far from Alamogordo so we splurged and ate out one night."

    "Very close to neighbor RVs.  But, nice and quiet.  Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups."

    5. Bluff Springs Dispersed Camping

    17 Reviews
    Sunspot, NM
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 682-7570

    "We arrived in Cloudcroft NM around 7pm on Thursday the 6th got some last minute supplies at all sups gas station and headed to the ranger station just down the 130 Cox Canyon Hwy to get a map of the park"

    "This is a quiet area tucked away in Lincoln National Forest. It's not too far from Cloudcroft, NM so it's easy to resupply on water, snack, etc."

    6. Forest Road 568 - Dispersed Camping

    17 Reviews
    Cloudcroft, NM
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 682-2551

    "It was a short drive off the main road to get to the camp. The spot I found felt pretty secluded despite there being a lot of other campers in the area."

    "You can get as far away from main roads as you need. There are infinite spots on this road. It’s quite long and the road conditions aren’t all that bad, so anyone can access it."

    7. Edgington RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Alamogordo, NM
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 434-2643

    "The park is not very large, but has everything that you might need: shower, tiny playground, a fishing pond, dog run."

    "The site was right off the highway so easy to get to and the site level. There was a lot of noise from traffic on the highway."

    8. Mountain Meadows RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Tularosa, NM
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 585-3678

    $45 - $65 / night

    "A good spot to have as a homebase to visit White Sands National Park and Alamogordo, where the Space museum was."

    "It’s only a 30‑minute drive to White Sands National Park and Cloudcroft. The host is very responsive and helpful via call or text. They even provide sleds and wax for free to use at White Sands."

    9. Lower Karr Canyon Campground

    6 Reviews
    Lincoln National Forest, NM
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 682-7570

    "Lower Karr Canyon campground is about 6 miles from the main highway at High Rolls, NM. The last 2 miles or so being rather rough dirt."

    "You just have to look around to find the best one. Be aware of others though. We did have a family show up and start shooting guns in the area without any concern for others around them."

    10. Holloman AFB FamCamp

    5 Reviews
    Holloman Air Force Base, NM
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 572-5369

    "I’m not sure if the coordinates aren’t accurate or what, but it would help to have more signs along the highway showing where to turn."

    "After my 2nd night there it became apparent that it was to push smaller rigs into the less desirable areas away from the lake."

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493 Reviews of 91 Alamogordo Campgrounds

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 3, 2024

    Edgington RV Park

    Ok for one night

    We stopped here for one night after visiting White Sands National Monument. The sites are very close together. The side of our camper almost touched the slide out of the RV next to us. Water, sewer & electricity. They have bright lights st the sites which is annoying. There is a duck pond. Bathrooms and showers were adequate. About 5 miles from Alamogordo and 20 miles from White Sands.

  • Dennis P.
    Nov. 5, 2021

    Boot Hill RV Resort

    Clean, quiet and a pistachio

    Right across the road from the world's largest pistachio, this RV campground has all you would ever want. Friendly folks (both staff and campers) made it fun. We visited White Sands NP and Three Rivers Petroglyph Area from this spot, and each was about equal distance. Not that far from Alamogordo so we splurged and ate out one night. We missed the space museum, so we'll be back for that.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2023

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Bring Shade but It Has Everything Else You Could Want

    As other people have mentioned, there are some sites that have small shelters built over the picnic tables, but I couldn't figure out a pattern to them, so it would be difficult to reserve ahead. (Also, many of them were at the RV sites--which have water and electricity but no sewer connections--which seemed like a waste since RV's come with built-in shade. Luckily, we had brought an 8' square canopy which was a lifesaver. About 15 minutes from Alamogordo and 30 minutes from White Sands, so convenient, too. It seemed to be full on Friday night but only half-full on Saturday night. (The Trinity Site was open on Saturday, so my guess was that some people went there and then moved on.) Nice flush bathrooms with free showers, and there were additional spigots and vault toilets for backup. Didn't go on it but the Dog Canyon trail looks like a beast and started from the campground. Highlight was definitely the views, especially during sunrise and sunset. The sites across from us ($42 and #44) would have been even better for views (though neither had the prized picnic table shade!).

  • Joe D.
    Jun. 30, 2021

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Great views and close to town

    Reservation camp ground about 15-20 min from Alamogordo. Great views, although a little windy at night since you're right up against the mountains. Bathrooms were clean and the pull in spots are nicely spaced out, so it's nice and chill. They also have quiet hours from 10p-7a daily. Office was closed when I was there (Monday) so I can't speak to the staff, but the campground looked pretty well maintained.

    There are two trails if you want to hike. One is flat and goes through the canyon for about a mile and a half. The other is basically straight up for 5 miles - I didn't try that one :) - but I imagine the views are great if you can swing it.

    The only complaint about this campground (which can't be fixed) is the flies. So. Many. Flies. They're everywhere and they are impossible to deter no matter how many times you swat them. It's insane. Maybe it was the time of year (late June) but it made tent camping pretty tough at times. If you're in an RV/camper I imagine it wouldn't be quite as bad for you.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 25, 2023

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Well laid-out state park

    General: Nicely laid out state park about 15 miles from Alamogordo where you could stock up on anything you need. 

    Site Quality: The sites are level, gravel, and generous in size; each would have room for an extra vehicle if needed. I believe all of them have water and electric hookups. The only odd thing is that these hookups are located near the front of the site which could be awkward if you do not have a long enough cord. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring; some (but not all) have a covered shelter. 

    Bathhouse: The bathroom appeared clean. Two shower stalls appeared clean, but I did not use them. There is a gravel path leading to the bathhouse, but it is twisty and rocky; make sure you bring your flashlight after dark. 

    Activities: There are guided tours four times a week where you will drive your own vehicle to the ranch. There is also an occasional Saturday morning “coffee and conversation” where staff is available to answer questions about the history of the area, plants, and wildlife. Unfortunately, we arrived after dark in the rain and left the next morning around 9 am still in the rain and not on a day that any of the programs were offered. From what I could see, this looks like a very well-laid-out park, and I would definitely like to return to see the ranch and explore more of the area.

  • Jody J.
    Jul. 20, 2021

    Boot Hill RV Resort

    Convenient Location

    We were able to get in last minute for a two night stay.  We stayed in Site 604.  Pull through, level spot.  Very close to neighbor RVs.  But, nice and quiet.  Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups.

    Location great for White Sands National Park, Cloudcroft, NM (Brewery up there at 9000 ft) and Las Cruces, NM.

  • Merrisa P.
    Jan. 15, 2020

    Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

    Very clean and well maintained

    The staff was very friendly and helpful! They had a dog park, laundry room, clean showers and bathroom. The pools was closed but looked perfect! Thanks for such a great experience!

  • Jeff V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Not for the 4th of July, unless you just escaped Hell

    Oddly this popped up in my feed as a late 4th of July choice.  Good God, no.  I like heat and live in New Mexico.  Northern new Mexico, in the mountains, where no one needs air conditioning. 

    Cooler times of the year, like mid-winter, I do recommend the area, particularly Dog Canyon, a great winter or early spring hike. 

    But for mid-summer?  No, unless you're an infernal demon it's a bit warm those months.

  • Christian M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

    Loved this KOA

    Local to everything in Alamogordo. Propane available, laundry, cabins, hot as hell showers, water pressure is really high at around 155 psi. So definitely bring a regulator. Two KOA cats that are friendly so FYI

Guide to Alamogordo

If you're looking to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friend, Alamogordo, New Mexico, offers several pet-friendly camping options that cater to both you and your pet's needs.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Alamogordo

  • At Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, you can explore numerous hiking trails that provide stunning views and a chance for your dog to enjoy the fresh air.
  • The Alamogordo / White Sands KOA features a pet-friendly environment with plenty of space for your dog to roam and play.
  • Boot Hill RV Resort is close to various outdoor activities, making it easy to take your pet on adventures while enjoying the beautiful New Mexico landscape.

Tips for camping with dogs near Alamogordo

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Raptor Lake Dispersed / Holloman Lake to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially when visiting Bluff Springs Dispersed Camping, where amenities may be limited.
  • Make sure to clean up after your dog to maintain the natural beauty of places like Dog Canyon, ensuring a pleasant experience for all campers.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

  • Cool Pines RV Park offers spacious sites and a welcoming atmosphere for pets, making it a great choice for families traveling with dogs.
  • At Forest Road 568 - Dispersed Camping, you can find secluded spots where your pet can enjoy the outdoors without the hustle and bustle of crowded campgrounds.
  • Saddle Campground is a well-reviewed option that allows pets and provides a peaceful setting surrounded by nature.

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