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RV Camping near Carrizozo, NM
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RV camping near Carrizozo ranges from full-hookup parks open year-round to electric-only sites with level blacktop pads suited for big rigs. Mountain Springs Ranch RV Park near Carrizozo provides full hookups year-round with electric, sewer, and water connections for motorhome travelers. The park features gravel pads with space for larger vehicles and picnic tables at each site. "The RV spots are gravel. But it's southern New Mexico. There are Great Horned owls who come out nightly. But it's the New Mexico sunsets and stars that make this such a nice place," according to one visitor. Valley of Fires Recreation Area, located west of Carrizozo, offers electric hookups with level blacktop pads that accommodate big rigs. Mama Bear RV Park in Capitan, approximately 15 miles from Carrizozo, provides full RV sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups plus sanitary dump facilities.
Seasonal considerations affect availability throughout the region. Valley of Fires sites feature covered picnic tables, fire rings, and extraordinary sunset views, but strong winds can create challenges for RVs with high profiles. Cell service varies between parks - Valley of Fires reports excellent Verizon coverage while other areas have limited connectivity. Most RV parks in the area welcome pets but require them to be leashed at all times. A traveler noted that Valley of Fires "has clean bathrooms and showers, as well as clean sites. Each site has a trash can, fire pit, shelter, and picnic table. Large RVs can easily be accommodated in most sites." Dump stations are available at most parks, with Valley of Fires charging $15 for non-registered guests.
Best RV Campgrounds near Carrizozo (76)
1. Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground
"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."
"Has been our number 1 go to location for almost 10 years now. Started in tents...then pop up...now a travel trailer. The park hosts are always extremely friendly and helpful."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $54 / night
2. Slow Play RV Park
"They plan some upgrades in the near future. The park has two sections, one for long term residents and one short term. 30and50 amp service available. Has buddy sites as well as individual sites."
"Lots of spaces, with 30 & 50 amp hook up. Very nice property, with good paved roads throughout. Bathrooms and showers were impressively clean."
3. Four winds motel & RV Park
"Stayed here recently and honestly loved how peaceful and quiet this RV park is. The sites are spacious with beautiful open New Mexico views, and check-in was simple and stress-free."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $35 / night
4. Midtown Mountain Campground & RV Park
"Nice Campgroung, relatively quiet. Staff is kind and friendly. Full hookup sites, spot are big with picnic table. Amenities are very cleans, little market, gim and laundry."
"If you want to stay in a mountain retreat but close to downtown Ruidoso, NM then this is a perfect place to be. Large abundant pine trees provide lots of shade."
23 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $45 - $70 / night
5. Along The River RV Park & Campground
"Lovely level sites, as I am in a van. Spacious sites, firebox available, tables at the sites, deer, wild horses come to visit. Firewood available per bundle."
"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."
6. Mama Bear RV Park
"A clean park located in the middle of Capitan New Mexico."
"Very clean lots of rv sights full amenities showers tank dump electric and water. Sharon even brought me homemade tomallies one evening."
7. Eagle Creek RV Resort
"Awesome hill/mountain side campsites, close to the lakes and creeks. Look out for wild turkeys, deer, elk, bears, and even wild horses!"
"Full hook ups for $33. During our stay we had regular visits from a group of about 11 male mule deer! Bring your hummingbird feeders you won’t be disappointed! We will be back!"
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $45 / night
8. Riverside RV Park
"Pulled in the wrong entrance and immediately was greeted by people offering help. Had a nice deck overlooking the creek."
9. Mountain Springs Ranch RV Park
"Quiet off the path. Gorgeous views clean restroom and showers"
10. Rainbow Lake RV Resort
"The hosts were extremely helpful and the park is adjacent to Lincoln National park. I literally walked out of my door and up the road. The only drawback is site size."
"We fished about 1&1/2 miles away at Grindstone Lake. Was just what me and my Family needed. The manager passed by day and night making sure everyone was taken care of."
Check Availabilityfrom $55 - $875 / night
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 1 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 2 hrs 7 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 2 hrs 8 min from El Paso, TX
- 2 hrs 29 min from Santa Fe, NM
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RV Park Reviews near Carrizozo, NM
291 Reviews of 76 Carrizozo Campgrounds
Audrey C.ScoutGrindstone lake
Campground is closed permanently
- HHope H.
GuideDeerhead Campground — Lincoln National Forest
Beautiful, Hilly
This small campground is basically in a ravine below the U-Bend of a mountain road (in the middle of the U). The location is a little noisy with local cars, but it didn't keep me up at night. It is stunningly beautiful and lush and the highway in from the east was a gorgeous drive.The deer are close, but thankfully have not been fed human food, so they keep their distance as it should be.
Chilly at night due to the high elevation. Camp host was super and the vault toilets very clean.
Sandy H.GuideBaca Campground
Stunning
This place is absolutely stunning. The view of the mountains is amazing. You do have to take a gravel / dirt road about 6 miles to get to it. Be prepared to take it slow. We did it in a Ford Maverick pulling a light weight trailer. The campground road is actually worse than the main road. Once you here though it is worth it.
Gail G.GuideMountain Meadows RV Park
Mountain views and peaceful
Have a pull thru site, with full hook ups. Good laundry and bathrooms here. Campground in Tularosa, so had fun exploring Cloudcraft, White sands National park, and Ruidosa. Beautiful state indeed
David B.GuideMidtown Mountain Campground & RV Park
A place with vibe in a cool mountain town.
If Ruidoso is your kind of town, Midtown Mountain is your kind of RV park, and I'll tell you why...
First off, a tiny bit of explanation. Ruidoso is a tiny mountain village from the 1840's, carved out along the river it's named for.
The business district with historic shops, restaurants, and Tahoe-type vistas is called Midtown, and the park is right at its edge so you can literally walk everywhere, thus "Midtown Mountain." No other RV park in town is located like that.
Everything about the mountain is different from the desert that surrounds it, from the scenery to the climate. Be prepared for several kinds of weather and temperature changes in one day, along with the scented air that will make you think you're in a Glade commercial.
I like my bathroom and shower and never tried theirs, but the laundry is nice, clean, close, and cheap.
The park is very professionally run with on-site management present 24/7. A general policy of "be nice!" seems to be retained by everyone, both staff and guests, and this goes a long way toward making the park special.
Wi-Fi signal is strong and fast. Cellphones work as expected. Consistent high water pressure (bring a regulator) and good shore power.
The Midtown location does mean more road noise, especially on weekends when tourism soars. Nights are quiet aside from a few bikers and UTV people who like to be noisy.
As a special bonus, wild elk, deer, and mustangs have full run of the campsite, like they do the entire town! You could see a pretty pony on a dog walk, or meet an elk at the gas station. No joke!
- aamber H.Guide
Forest Rd 568 Dispersed
came here in the rain
Close to cloudcroft Had a fun 2 nights here great views between the trees. it rained all night before leaving and had no trouble getting out in a truck and trailer
Jon C.ScoutMountain High RV Park
Mountain High RV
Nice camp, lot of full time residents.
Ginger W.ScoutPines Group Campground
A whole lotta nothing
Most campgrounds in the area closed after Labor Day so we reserved an RV spot for 3 days to spend the weekend with the grands. Based on all info on the USDA site we set out on our trip prepared to fill our tanks with water once we got there. Upon arrival we noticed there are NO water hookups at the individual site!! The description said potable water at the site. Potable water was only available at the two restrooms from the water fountain hookup. At one faucet, there was no way to park to get water without blocking traffic in the loop. We also found out there were very limited generator hours that were NOT disclosed on the website! When there are NO electric hookups most RVs are dependent on generators for AC, microwave, etc. Thats fine if you can use your generator. When it's hot outside or you have planned your trip with generator use it's very restrictive. Also, tent camping is mixed in with RVs so generator use is a problem. If tents had their own areas that wouldn't be an issue. Why not tell everyone up front on websites?!! Over$30 for a site without any hookups is ridiculous. If you need more water, you would have to pack up& reattach your RV to fill up!! They should clearly state this on websites! Might as well boondock& not have neighbors close by! So that's what we did!
Guide to Carrizozo
Carrizozo, New Mexico sits at 5,429 feet elevation with a high desert climate that transitions between cool winters and warm summers. RV camping in this region offers travelers access to Lincoln National Forest and the nearby Valley of Fires lava flow. Campgrounds in the area range from full-service parks to more rustic settings with varying degrees of shade and accessibility.
What to do
Hike near Alto: Explore trails in Lincoln National Forest accessible from Eagle Creek RV Resort, where visitors can spot local wildlife. "Look out for wild turkeys, deer, elk, bears, and even wild horses! Drive up the mountain to SkiApache, there are awesome overlooks on the drive," notes Tommy M.
Fish at local lakes: Grindstone Lake offers fishing opportunities about 1.5 miles from Rainbow Lake Cabin & RV Resort. "We fished about 1&1/2 miles away at Grindstone Lake. Was just what me and my Family needed," reports Joe Z.
Watch wildlife: The area supports diverse wildlife viewing opportunities, especially for bird enthusiasts. At Moonflower Meadows RV Resort, campers report: "This park is quiet and peaceful with lots of birds and nightly visits by elk."
What campers like
Dark night skies: The Carrizozo area offers excellent stargazing conditions away from city lights. One camper at Moonflower Meadows RV Resort noted, "It was very quiet and dark enough at night to see the stars light up the sky."
Natural surroundings: Many rv parks near Carrizozo, New Mexico feature natural settings with native wildlife. At Along The River RV Park, campers enjoy wildlife encounters: "deer, wild horses come to visit," according to JulieJay M.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness ranks high on visitor priorities. At Midtown Mountain Campground, visitors appreciate the attention to detail: "Amenities are very cleans, little market, gim and laundry. There is full Art and Crafts in perfect place!!!" writes Milagros B.
What you should know
Limited cell coverage: Many campgrounds in the Carrizozo area have spotty cell service. At Bonito Hollow RV Park, Jan R. reports: "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."
Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds may require careful driving. At Eagle Creek RV Resort, Belinda D. warns: "The road going in to campsites are very rough and in of need some TLC!"
Weather considerations: The area can experience rapid weather changes. At Bonito Hollow RV Park, limited shade can impact comfort: "I had limited shade at my site, but thankfully the AC kept the trailer cool enough, as it was nearly 90 degrees outside."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with recreational facilities. Riverside RV Park offers family-oriented features: "Was very friendly good place for kids!!!!" according to Amber N.
Easy access to attractions: Consider proximity to family activities when selecting an RV park near Carrizozo. Bonito Hollow RV Park offers: "Smaller campground with plenty to keep the kids entertained. Playground. Some of the campsites back up to a nice running creek," reports Charles B.
Security features: For families concerned with safety, look for campgrounds with active management. At Bonito Hollow RV Park & Campground, Sue G. notes: "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."
Tips from RVers
Site size considerations: Many RV parks have varied site dimensions. At Rainbow Lake, Jeffrey T. cautions: "I'm in a 21.5' TT and drive an F150. There was barely any room left for camping space."
Management responsiveness: Check recent reviews about staff availability. Nicole D. experienced issues at Rainbow Lake: "48 hours without one answered phone call or email. We were one of three families that had no idea what to do or how to pay for another day."
Helpful staff: Many RV parks in the Carrizozo region offer personalized assistance. At Mountain Springs Ranch RV Park, located in Carrizozo, visitors appreciate the staff attention. The campground offers "Quiet off the path. Gorgeous views clean restroom and showers," according to Tore D.
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