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    Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground and Twin Spruce RV Park house upscale glamping accommodations in the scenic mountains near Capitan, New Mexico. Both properties feature luxury canvas structures with proper beds, heating, and electricity for year-round comfort. Bonito Hollow's safari tents back up to a peaceful creek, providing natural sounds and scenic views while maintaining a comfortable interior space. "Beautiful little campground with plenty to keep the kids entertained. Some of the campsites back up to a nice running creek," noted one visitor about Bonito Hollow. Twin Spruce offers an even more diverse selection with yurts among their glamping options, all situated on spacious, level sites that provide privacy between accommodations. These glamping tents come furnished with comfortable mattresses, quality linens, and rustic-chic decor that elevates the camping experience without sacrificing connection to the natural surroundings.

    The Ruidoso area surrounding these glamping resorts showcases abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, with multiple guests mentioning regular deer and elk sightings from their glamping accommodations. According to a camper, "A lot of mule deer and elk roaming around" make wildlife watching possible directly from your private deck or canvas tent entrance. Hiking trails accessible from both properties allow for immediate immersion in nature, while the nearby Rio Bonito offers creek-side relaxation. Twin Spruce provides year-round availability for their glamping units, making them accessible even during winter months when traditional camping would be uncomfortable. The area's stargazing opportunities are exceptional, with minimal light pollution allowing for brilliant night sky viewing from your yurt or safari tent. Both properties maintain clean facilities and attentive staff who assist with check-in and any needs during your glamping stay.

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    Best Glamping Campgrounds near Capitan (16)

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      1. Fort Stanton Cave Campground

      4.3(9)6mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Some may have one or more of a table, fire pit, or shelter. Some are just a place to park. Trash cans. Bathroom although it was locked during government shutdown. Cave has been closed for years."

      "No facilities just rock fire pits. Lots of access to trails (hiking, biking, and horse access only)."

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      2. Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground

      4.7(9)8mi from Capitan2 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Beautiful surroundings, not far from downtown shopping in Ruidoso, most helpful hosts on site. My husband was not in the best of health when we went."

      "I was looking to get away from the heat in Albuquerque and maybe even do a little fishing. I picked a site next to the upper river (Rio Bonito)."

      from $40 - $54 / night

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      3. Along The River RV Park & Campground

      3.8(4)8mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Best rv campsite in the area clean and spacious sites , access to the River, firewood for sale and friendly owners. We have camped here the last 3 years and we love this place."

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      4. Moonflower Meadows RV Resort

      5.0(3)14mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The campground is surrounded by fields with a creek bed on the back side and horses on another. It was very quiet and dark enough at night to see the stars light up the sky."

      "This RV resort is hidden away near Ruidoso and adjacent to Lincoln National Forest.  Small and quiet away from the traffic but close enough to all the sights and attractions in the area.  "

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      5. Three Rivers Campground

      4.6(8)20mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "We decided to leave our 38foot pull camper down at the petroglyph site and drive up to see if it was going to be easy for us to pull our trailer up."

      "It was also super quiet since it was so far away from the road. The actual camp was in the trees and great views of the surrounding mountains. Each spot has a table, fire pit, and gazebo."

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      6. Little Creek RV Park

      3.0(1)9mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Glamping
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      7. Twin Spruce RV Park

      5.0(2)16mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is a pool in the summer and an area for breakfast. Our stay in January was wonderful. You can also refill your propane on site. We would come back here any time !"

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      8. Cedar Creek (sam Tobias)

      3.0(2)13mi from Capitan3 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "they have electricity and cover area for"

      from $40 - $125 / night

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      9. Halls Hideaway RV Park

      4.0(1)15mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Awesome tent site, Beautiful ponderosa pines , very clean bathrooms an showers !!!! Awesome Owners they live on camp site!!!"

      10. Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

      4.5(40)48mi from CapitanRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "In direct contrast to the White Sands backcountry camping which offers absolutely zero thrills and access to luxuries, the White Sand KOA is a great place to stay for those wanting some of the comforts"

      "Bathroom ✅ Showers (small stalls) ✅ Laundry ✅ Store on site ✅ Nice privacy walls ✅ It’s very close to white sands main gate. The staff was very friendly and the campground was clean and manacured."

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    • S
      Aug. 13, 2019

      Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground

      Perfect in every way

      This campground has it all. Beautiful surroundings, not far from downtown shopping in Ruidoso, most helpful hosts on site. My husband was not in the best of health when we went. The hosts helped him set up, with them doing the majority of the work, in the rain. The campground is pet friendly, has an enclosed run where you can take them off the leash for a bit, also has several locations with poop bags available. This seems to be a super secure location as hosts are on duty 24/7. No one comes into the campground without stopping at the office and checking in, anyone failing to do this, will be followed in and information gathered or asked to leave. Sites, once vacated are gone over with a fine tooth comb to make sure Nothing is left behind, the fire pits are cleaned, and everything is in order for the next camper. There are horseshoe pits and sand volleyball available for entertainment. Showers and laundry facilities are available and kept super clean. Rio Bonito flows along the side of the campground

    • J
      Jul. 7, 2023

      Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground

      Nice park, friendly hosts

      I was looking to get away from the heat in Albuquerque and maybe even do a little fishing. I picked a site next to the upper river (Rio Bonito). The water was clear and moving, but no sign of any fish. The river is more of a creek (expected for New Mexico), but still pretty. It was barely visible from my camp, but just a short hike away. No ATT or Verizon cell service at my site, but I did find a weak signal up near the office. The wifi was a struggle. It was barely adequate the first day, but absolutely miserable the second day. I could easily connect to their router, but constantly got an error of “no internet service” and had to log off and on several times. I had limited shade at my site, but thankfully the AC kept the trailer cool enough, as it was nearly 90 degrees outside. The hosts were very nice and the park is kept pretty clean. No tents allowed, though.

    • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 30, 2019

      Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

      Desert Oasis Fun For All Ages

      In direct contrast to the White Sands backcountry camping which offers absolutely zero thrills and access to luxuries, the White Sand KOA is a great place to stay for those wanting some of the comforts of home. Located about 10 minutes from White Sands this campground is in a great location for a run to the store, a meal at one of the great local restaurants or a trip to some of the other area attractions.

      While visiting here I noticed there were plenty of options for RV campers, something lacking at the White Sands itself. But RV camping is not all created equal, and this one by far surpasses other area options. Sites were latge enough even for the largest of rigs but also offered smaller sites for someone traveling a bit lighter like myself.

      Tent row seemed to be a very popular options and while the sites here were a bit closer together there was still plenty of room to move around.

      The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming. The restrooms were private and very well throught creating a feeling of being at home while on the road. There was even a small store located on property with goodies and merchandise to commemorate your trip to the area.

      This place really has the family in mind with a pool, playground and game room which will leave a smile on the faces of even the smallest guests.

      Tips:

      • Go check out the New Mexico Space Museum where you can find the first primate launched into space's memorial, some awesome space rockets and tons of information that will leave your head in space.
      • Take a trip out to the White Sands only a short 10 minute drive from camp and spend the day sledding down the cool white dunes.
    • Christopher P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 9, 2025

      Fort Stanton Cave Campground

      BLM Campground

      This is a free BLM campground. Sites are mixed. Some may have one or more of a table, fire pit, or shelter. Some are just a place to park. Trash cans. Bathroom although it was locked during government shutdown. Cave has been closed for years.

    • N
      Mar. 4, 2025

      Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

      Well worth it!

      Stopped in for one night for a cross country trip.

      First KOA experience and it was amazing!

      Bathroom ✅ Showers (small stalls) ✅ Laundry ✅ Store on site ✅ Nice privacy walls ✅

      It’s very close to white sands main gate. The staff was very friendly and the campground was clean and manacured. The sell propane there and other odd and end things.

      BEWARE: March is “Windy season”. We got caught on the first day of it I think! Big gusty winds at night for us. The drive there can get dangerous and could possibly expect a bumpy night in a camper there! Other than that it was a amazing experience!

    • Amelia C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 29, 2021

      Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

      Good Amenities

      They have everything you need in a pit stop camping experience. Clean bathrooms, showers, laundry and more. Very the nice lobby and lounge, very cute campground decor

    • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jan. 1, 2023

      Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

      KOAs are a go to on the road

      KOAs tend to be a go to chain for me. They usually offer similar amenities between locations and good prices. I should probably consider becoming a member. This KOA was great. They had spotlights at each tent pad that you could turn on and adjust where they point. This made my nighttime arrival set up experience so much smoother. I'm pretty skilled at night time set up at this point, but having light always makes things move faster when you're solo. Each tent site also had a water spicket and 1 or 3 tables. The tent sites are huge and can fit any tent I've ever seen. Close to white sands national park. They also offer sleds you can borrow for free and wax for a $1 deposit. I highly recommend going there and sledding. Be aware of the weather/season because the sand will be hot during the day in the summer months

    • Megan S.
      May. 15, 2017

      Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

      Great Campground

      The plot was a nice sized area with electric plug ins available at the campsite and your own fire pit and picnic table. Would camp here again.

    • MinnieWinnie A.
      Jun. 16, 2023

      Twin Spruce RV Park

      Friendly clean rv park

      We stayed here in January and the stay was wonderful. We were greeted by friendly and helpful hosts. Nice office and with couches and a book/dvd lending library. There is a pool in the summer and an area for breakfast. Our stay in January was wonderful. You can also refill your propane on site. We would come back here any time !

    Guide to Capitan

    Fort Stanton Cave Campground offers free dispersed camping opportunities 1.5 miles from US Route 380 near Capitan, New Mexico. Located at 5,500 feet elevation in the foothills of the Sacramento Mountains, this BLM-managed area features high desert terrain with juniper and piñon pine woodland. Winter temperatures frequently drop below freezing at night while summer days reach the 90s.

    What to do

    Stargazing sessions: Fort Stanton Cave Campground provides exceptional dark sky viewing with minimal light pollution. "Best stars we have seen in a long while," notes one camper at Fort Stanton Cave Campground.

    Hiking trails: Access multiple trail networks directly from Three Rivers Campground. "Tons of hiking opportunities with 3 separate trails originating at the campground," reports a visitor to Three Rivers Campground, making it ideal for day hikes through the White Mountain Wilderness.

    Wildlife observation: Early mornings offer opportunities for spotting local wildlife. At Moonflower Meadows RV Resort, campers report "nightly visits by elk" and numerous bird species throughout the secluded property.

    What campers like

    Secluded camping spots: Fort Stanton offers privacy beyond the main campground. "We opted to drive over a ridge and suddenly we were out of site of the main road and any other campers. The privacy and views were great!" writes a camper at Fort Stanton Cave Campground.

    Running water features: The Rio Bonito provides creek-side camping opportunities at some locations. "There is a small creek that runs along the grounds and nice spots to sit and chill out," mentions a camper about Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground.

    Covered sites: Some campgrounds provide shelter from sun and rain. At Fort Stanton, "some sites with covered slabs to keep the sun/rain off you, or to hang a hammock on" are available according to a reviewer.

    What you should know

    Limited designated sites: Fort Stanton Cave Campground has very few established spots. "There are only 4 sites with more dispersed sites scattered on the road in and out of the campground," notes one camper.

    High clearance vehicles recommended: For dispersed camping options, standard passenger cars may struggle. "High clearance would be needed and for a trailer a creative turn around could be required," warns a visitor to Fort Stanton.

    Cell service varies significantly: Connectivity can be unpredictable throughout the region. At Along The River RV Park & Campground, "No cell service but wifi is strong!" according to one camper, while Fort Stanton reports "Cell phone service was great in the campground and we got good data speeds."

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Some campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. Bonito Hollow provides "horseshoe pits, fenced in area for dogs to do their business, playground for kids," making it suitable for family stays.

    River exploration: Children can safely enjoy shallow water play in certain areas. Three Rivers Campground offers accessible water features: "The water in the river was running and fresh. There were a couple nice bathing holes," notes a visitor to Three Rivers Campground.

    Educational opportunities: Fort Stanton historical site provides learning experiences nearby. "Historical Fort Stanton just down the road," mentions a camper, offering an educational side trip for families.

    Tips from RVers

    Limited full hookup availability: Reserve well ahead for serviced sites, particularly during peak season. One RVer at Bonito Hollow notes they "got escorted to our spot and they helped guide us in," highlighting the assistance available for larger vehicles.

    Winter camping considerations: Year-round RV camping requires preparation for freezing temperatures. An RVer at Alamogordo / White Sands KOA warns about seasonal conditions: "BEWARE: March is 'Windy season'. We got caught on the first day of it I think! Big gusty winds at night for us."

    Water pressure awareness: Systems vary between campgrounds in the region. At Alamogordo KOA, "water pressure is really high at around 155 psi. So definitely bring a regulator," cautions an RVer.

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