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Best Glamping near Carlsbad Caverns, NM

150 Reviews

The desert city of Carlsbad, NM, is near a national park by the same name and boasts the third largest cave chambers in the United States. It’s also where some of the best camping in New Mexico is located. Whether you pitch a tent or stay in a cabin to enjoy the stunning desert sunset, camping near Carlsbad Caverns National Park is an unforgettable experience. Rattlesnake Canyon is aptly named and a great place for primitive campers ready for a backcountry adventure. Stop by Rattlesnake Springs to see desert reptiles. The wetland also brings in hundreds of birds. RV campsites are also an option for your trip to the caverns.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Carlsbad Caverns, New Mexico (8)

    1. Sunset Reef Campground

    43 Reviews
    Carlsbad Caverns, NM
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 234-5972

    "Only 20 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns NP and about 30 minutes from Carlsbad NM! Slaughter canyon trail is 20 minutes down the same road the campsite is on. This is a great spot off the highway."

    "Nice camping spot only about 5 miles from Carlsbad Caverns. The sites are nice and the vault toilet was very clean. I camped here in February and there was plenty of room. I got here around 5:30 PM."

    2. Whites City RV Park

    23 Reviews
    Whites City, NM
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 361-3665

    $20 - $45 / night

    "Overall not too bad of a campground. 15 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and less than 40 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park."

    "Nothing special other than is 7 miles from Carlsbad Caverns. Clean facilities, including Grocery Store, laundromat, post office. It’s a dry area so remember to bring your alcohol."

    3. Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

    35 Reviews
    Carlsbad, NM
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 885-6333

    "It is gated, has friendly staff, two cabins, tent spaces, a store, super clean and nice bathrooms/showers, laundry facility and pool."

    "A very nice campground with brand new bath houses. Nice laundry facilities. Gift store with ice cream, yes. Very convenient to Carlsbad Caverns National Park and to Carlsbad, New Mexico."

    4. Whites City RV Campground

    1 Review
    Whites City, NM
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 361-3665

    $25 / night

    "We moved from our free dispersed campsite to fill up, charge up, shower and do laundry. Very friendly staff and clean facilities."

    5. Carlsbad KOA

    39 Reviews
    Carlsbad, NM
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-9109

    "They also deliver food to your site, and they smoke their own BBQ on site!"

    "Located about 30 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Quaint store, great play room (super nice staff- left the playroom open for us an additional hour due to downpour!)"

    6. Buds Place RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Carlsbad, NM
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 200-1865

    $25 - $45 / night

    "Nice bathroom, friendly staff. A few trees, but mostly desert. Need an exception to have a dog over 25 lbs. They also want to know what kind. People are bad at not picking up after their dog."

    7. Pine Top Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    3 Reviews
    Salt Flat, TX
    29 miles
    Website

    "As you make your way to Pine Top, keep an eye out for wildlife and take in the natural beauty surrounding you."

    8. More Travel Less Talk

    6 Reviews
    Salt Flat, TX
    46 miles
    Website

    $20 - $75 / night

    "Very remote and quiet but close to Guadalupe Mountaind and Carlsbad Caverns National Parks. The site are very well maintained with solar lights to guide you at night."

    "A nice couple that has sites at their place literally setting right in front of the Guadalupe Mountains. 20 some minutes away from Guadalupe national Park. Minutes from Dell City."

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150 Reviews of 8 Carlsbad Caverns Campgrounds

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 27, 2023

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Crowded Spot Near the National Parks

    Only 20 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns NP and about 30 minutes from Carlsbad NM! Slaughter canyon trail is 20 minutes down the same road the campsite is on. This is a great spot off the highway. You can hear some noise throughout the night. Also, it can be noisy if neighbors are loud.

    The area is a fenced-in level gravel lot with pit toilets, trash, picnic table sites, and tent sites. Each site has a grill and campfire area with a covered picnic table. Sites fill up quickly, but there are plenty of spots to park next to the fence. Easy to get here with any kind of camper (RV, trailer, ect). Views are great, and the area is maintained well.

    The campground allows five consecutive nights of camping. Verizon service was good!

  • d
    Jun. 27, 2022

    Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

    In town RV spot

    This RV spot is right in town on the Main Street. It is gated, has friendly staff, two cabins, tent spaces, a store, super clean and nice bathrooms/showers, laundry facility and pool.

    This is not typical wooded or beautiful camping, it’s a place to park your RV or tent and that is just about right. If you are making a quick stop over or heading to Carlsbad Caverns then what more do you need?

    We stayed in the cabin because we didn’t want to get all our camping stuff out for a quick overnight before we head to our destination (SW CO). It was only $15 more than tent camping so it made sense. It was also raining hard when we got here so we were double grateful. The cabins have a double bed and a bunk bed. It has a TV that we never turned on, a fridge, microwave and AC. The mattresses are like the ones you find at camp, wrapped in plastic but we just put our bedding and memory foam on top of it and it was just fine. I’d recommend it because it was just what we needed on our way and at a good price. Also the shower/ bathrooms are probably the nicest I’ve ever seen at a campground.

  • Chris H.
    Nov. 23, 2021

    Carlsbad KOA

    Very clean and great staff

    This KOA was a great property in thy it was very clean and had a lot to offer for families with kids, and even adult only patrons. They had a really big “Rec Room” for kids and adults to play ping pong, or a video game. They also deliver food to your site, and they smoke their own BBQ on site! It’s less than an hour from Carlsbad Caverns, and only 15 minutes from Carlsbad proper, in case you need some supplies or want to go find a place to eat in town. The only downside to this place was the sulfur/propane smell from the gas/oil wells in the area, and the fact that there wasn’t much to block the wind.

  • J
    Jun. 11, 2019

    Whites City RV Park

    Good stay close to Carlsbad Caverns NP

    Overall not too bad of a campground. 15 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and less than 40 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park. A little pricy in my opinion ($90 for 2 nights) but they have no competitors so they can charge whatever they want I guess. Full hookups and a store right next door within walking distance.

  • Amber J.
    Jun. 4, 2018

    Carlsbad KOA

    Crowded, charming, typical KOA

    Crowded, charming, typical KOA. Located about 30 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Quaint store, great play room (super nice staff- left the playroom open for us an additional hour due to downpour!) Accommodated our family as our reservation was deleted and we had nowhere else to go! :) Great clean restrooms and showers.

  • Kurtis S.
    May. 22, 2023

    Whites City RV Park

    Three out of five, but hear me out.

    Pretty much everything wasnt nice about this place, but its 7 minutes from Carlsbad caverns. If you need a place to stay and want to see Carlsbad you can tough it out

  • Michael C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 4, 2020

    Carlsbad KOA

    Very good services

    Excellent full service RV park. The hook ups are in excellent repair. This particular KOA offers hot food delivered to the sites in Lou of eating inside the facility. Despite the name, it is quite a hike from Carlsbad Caverns if that is your destination. It is very close to Beantly Lake and a very quiet setting. The pads are gravel but level. Excellent staff. Would stay again!

  • rThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 13, 2024

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Great Camping Spot

    Nice camping spot only about 5 miles from Carlsbad Caverns. The sites are nice and the vault toilet was very clean. I camped here in February and there was plenty of room. I got here around 5:30 PM.

  • Penélope F.
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Whites City RV Park

    Basic but adequate.

    Nothing special other than is 7 miles from Carlsbad Caverns. Clean facilities, including Grocery Store, laundromat, post office. It’s a dry area so remember to bring your alcohol. No light restrictions. Watch out for splinters in the picnic table. Overall convenient and friendly helpful administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there yurts available at Carlsbad Caverns for glamping?

Currently, there are no yurts available directly at Carlsbad Caverns National Park or in the immediate vicinity. Sunset Reef Campground is the closest public camping area, located only 5-20 minutes from the caverns, but it offers traditional camping sites without yurt accommodations. The camping options in this area are primarily conventional tent and RV sites. For glamping enthusiasts seeking yurt experiences, you'll likely need to look farther afield in New Mexico or Texas. Consider calling the Carlsbad RV Park & Campground to inquire about any new glamping accommodations, as the area's tourism offerings continue to develop.

What cabin options are available for staying near Carlsbad Caverns?

Cabin accommodations near Carlsbad Caverns are limited but available at select locations. Carlsbad RV Park & Campground offers two cabins right in town on the main street. This gated facility provides amenities including clean bathrooms/showers, a laundry facility, and a pool, making it a comfortable base for cavern exploration. Buds Place RV Park near Carlsbad is another option to consider for cabin-style accommodations in the area. While cabin availability is restricted compared to RV and tent sites, these options provide a more sheltered experience than traditional camping. For the most up-to-date availability, it's recommended to call these facilities directly as cabins tend to book quickly during peak seasons.

Where can I find glamping accommodations near Carlsbad Caverns?

For glamping near Carlsbad Caverns, Carlsbad KOA offers upgraded accommodations approximately 30 minutes from the national park. This KOA features amenities like a pool, a recreation room with games, and even food delivery service to your site including their own smoked BBQ. While not traditional glamping, this campground provides comfort-focused options beyond basic camping. Another option is Whites City RV Park, located just 7-15 minutes from the caverns, making it the closest accommodation option with some upgraded facilities. While glamping options are limited in the immediate area, these locations offer more amenities than standard camping.

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