Best Tent Camping near Doña Ana, NM
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Best Tent Sites Near Doña Ana, NM (1)
1. Backcountry Primitive Sites — White Sands National Park
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261 Reviews of 1 Doña Ana Campgrounds
Teresa T.
Legend
Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park
Flat spots with hook ups
This is a pretty normal lake campground. Not a lot of shade or privacy but picnic tables and covered outdoor spaces. There are bathrooms close by and they seem fine. Quiet during the off season and nice hiking trails.
- Teresa T.Legend
Stallion Campground — Caballo Lake State Park
These spots are great
If it were to stay here again, I'd stay in this campground as the layout is a lot nicer and more private. This campground is full and none of the others are right now. Nice walking trails and spots with some privacy and full hook ups.
- Teresa T.Legend
Percha Flats Camping Area - Caballo Reservoir — Caballo Lake State Park
This is a dispersed camping area
You can camp right up next to the lake if you want. This appeals to certain campers. No services and you are literally just parking. I'm not sure what the above review is on about, this would be just like camping near any other lake in NM.
- Teresa T.Legend
Riverside Campground — Caballo Lake State Park
Very nice
Caballo is kind of hidden between Percha and Elephant Butte but has lots of places to camp and is well maintained. This has a nice paved road leading to it, tons of spots where you can have privacy and trees. During the spring, it would keep you out of the wind.
- Teresa T.Legend
Percha Dam State Park Campground
Not as nice as in the past.
I stayed here in 2018 and the trees didn't look very good. They must have had to remove a lot of them and the spots are now in the sun. Very hot and dry most of the year and the river doesn't run most of the year either. Stickers everywhere and the trails are not well maintained.
- TTessa T.
ScoutOregan Wilderness Dispersed
Lots of dispersed sites Mountain View’s
Lots of dispersed sites but looks like a very popular area we passed over 20 campers before finding a spot. Spots are pretty well spaced out with lots of vegetation inbetween. Road is a little rough 4x4 definitely recommended.
- Teresa T.Legend
Leasburg Dam State Park Campground
Very nice
I had hiked here before but staying was nice. Quiet and somewhat off spaces but very well maintained. Do not expect any privacy in spots.
- UUT801
Ranger
Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
Hidden gem
Stayed in #43. Most sites are uneven and short. BLM recommends nothing more than 23' long. Water available at host site near gate before driving about 4 or 5 mi to campsites. Road IS narrow and winding and steep in place but pave and ONE way (don't turn wrong direction). Toilets were clean and mens toilets all had soft-close lids. I am told womens do not. Campground was clean, great 4 mile loop hike, and other much more strenuous/technical options for mountain climbers. Mountain crags remind me of a mix of Tetons, Patagonia and Sawtooth in Idaho. Great views to Sacramento Mountains to the east (Ruidoso/Cloudcroft area--Sierra Blanca covered in snow early Nov.). White Sands nearby along with White Sands Missile Range Museum). Met some BLM peeps who were very nice, helpful and provided great information re: geology of the area and other points of interest. We brought our own 5 gal of water and were fine for 3 nights.
ALSO: shout out to New Mexico Volunteers for the Outdoors who were doing trail rehab./maintenance work while we were in area, yay!
Kara S.
GuideAguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
Views and hikes
Great sites with close and clean toilets. We found a few level spots that would work for rooftop tents, but most spots seemed a little rocky and uneven for tents. There is a lovely 4 mile hike that loops up in the mountains by the sites.
- 445trdr435Scout
Las Cruces KOA
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Roy G.
Traveler
Baylor Canyon Rd Dispersed Site
Convenient
Not bad at all. Not far off the main road. Paved road to it. Gravelled grounds. Pretty level. Quiet. This isn't a huge campground but we had no trouble finding a spot.
- KKim G.Ranger
Las Cruces KOA
5-star city light view!
We usually opt more for National Forests and Parks, but this was a great stop after a fabulous but more rustic experience camping at Chiricahua National Monument. This place has been updated and has more amenities than I’ve ever seen at an RV park including a dog bath! The bathrooms are updated and clean. Our view site was great and more spacious than the pull through ones. No one was to our right, so our site felt extra spacious. Staff were kind and helpful. Very clean and quiet park. I’d stay here again.
- iinktingScout
Las Cruces KOA
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jamScoutAguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
insights on the Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
It’s great to hear about the spacious sites and beautiful surroundings that enhance the outdoor experience. Your mention of nearby hiking trails is particularly helpful for those looking to explore. Sprunki
Lisa M.Ranger
Rockhound State Park Campground
Great State Park
This is the second time we have spent a night here. The park is just a little out of town but upon a hill with amazing views. The campsites are mostly level and have water and electric and the showers and bathrooms were quite clean. Nice hiking in the area. Don’t forget to visit the gift shop where there’s some interesting information about the history of the area. All the camp hosts we’ve come in contact have been super friendly. you do have to make reservations online through reserve America. Very popular place in the fall and winter.
Jeff P.Ranger
Smokey Bear Campground
Smokey Bear Historical Park
This small camp site is next to Smokey Bear Historical Park and museum is in a small town of Capitan, New Mexico.
K&S Adventures !.GuideAguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
One night at the top!
We stayed with the doggos and our son on a RTT and had a great time other people are camping and might be too loud for your taste but not too much to ruin it. Views are amazing especially from the hikes
- AAndrew M.Ranger
Rockhound State Park Campground
Amazing Stat ePark facilities
Clean, well kept. Great showers and clean bathrooms. Very welcoming host with a lot of information.
Candy P.LegendLas Cruces KOA
Great New Mexico Stop
We stopped on either end of our trip to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. It was a great midway point from home. We stayed in a patio site. The site was spacious and level. A fire pit with chairs, a propane grill, and table with 4 chairs was provided. The kids enjoyed cornhole, basketball, tetherball, and the playground. The store was well stocked. I only wish more local products were sold. Many of the items that appeared to be made by Native Americans were actually imported from overseas. We also wish the community room had board games or movies to check out. The coffee and pastries was a great touch! We will definitely be back to explore the area more. Employees were friendly and kind. A great place to stay!
- JJo H.Guide
Las Cruces KOA
Best koa I have ever seen
Nice clean site , and facilities. A1.
- DDamian R.Scout
Organ Mountains Campground
Dripping Springs Visitor Parking Lot Areas
Briefly stopped to scouts the sites and area. A few people hiking. Several cars and trucks parked in the area. Day use and picnic areas here. Sure wish to see camping or dispersed in this area. Evening and night skies are beautiful but gate usually closes at sunset. We driven near this area late night and still catch a glimpse of vehicles traveling out of this area.
- JJustin B.Scout
Sombra Antigua Winery
Great place
The facilities are clean and the wine is good. I recommend this. The atmosphere is great also.
Loren D.Scout
Siesta RV Park
beautifully maintained
The park itself is beautifully maintained, with lush green spaces and well-manicured sites that offer plenty of room for even the largest RVs. Each site is equipped with full hookups, which made our stay comfortable and convenient. We were particularly impressed with the cleanliness of the facilities, including the restrooms and laundry area, which were always spotless. I also get help from africanmag
Timothy N.Guide
Palomino Campground — Caballo Lake State Park
Great NM State Park
Very clean and well maintained. Staff were very friendly. No shade for the trailer, but the covered picnic table was good. Electric hookup worked. Water was off due to water system maintenance. We were able to fill up at the campground below the dam. Quiet at night, just some road noise from the highway. The lake is great with easy access for kayaking at the boat ramp. We would stay here again.
- LLuis R.Scout
Percha Dam State Park Campground
Great area with shaded areas
Stayed in the open area not at a site . Area I parked had a big area with shaded trees, very quite at night and had no issues with neighbors
- EEduardo A.Guide
Franklin Mountains State Park Campground
Good trails
No amenities like electricity, water or dump stations. Great for walking, cycling, birding. The only camping sites in the metropolitan area in Texas. Sites are semi level and gravel. Great for meditating
Brian and Janet S.Guide
Caballo Lake State Park Campground
Beautiful place
When I called about availability we were told there were a lot of dry spots available. Works for us! When we got there the person at gate had no idea where the campgrounds were and would not let us check out sites without paying for day use. The campground had water shutoff on Memorial Day weekend. No bathrooms or showers.
Management aside, this place is gorgeous. We dry camped by lake right under mountains. Would not pay for campground with no water but for $10 to dry camp by the water, love it.
Great T-Mobile service. Easy to access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Doña Ana, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Doña Ana, NM is Backcountry Primitive Sites — White Sands National Park with a 4.7-star rating from 23 reviews.