Las Cruces Camping

Are you in need of a campground near Las Cruces, NM? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Las Cruces and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Las Cruces, NM (56)

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    1. Las Cruces KOA

    47 Reviews
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    88 Saves
    Mesilla, New Mexico

    This KOA is conveniently located one mile from I-10, overlooking the amazing views of Las Cruces, Mesilla Valley, and nearby mountains. Many upgrades have taken place over the last year, including Wi-fi with which you can stream and zoom, paved streets and a new playground. Choose from breathtaking view sites, big-rig friendly pull-thru sites, KOA Patio Sites with fire pits, Tent Sites or one-room Camping Cabins with refrigerator/freezer and fire pits. An RV wash area (Care Camps donation encouraged), 24-hr laundry and heated pool (seasonal) will complete your visit. Many come for one night and end up staying longer. Visit La Mesilla, known for its rich history and great cuisine. Shop for local specialties, chilies, and pecans at the popular farmers' market in downtown Las Cruces. Other area attractions include White Sands National Park & Missile Museum, Spaceport America Visitors Center, and the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. Pool: Mid May – Sept 31st. Max pull thru 85 ft.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground

    50 Reviews
    164 Photos
    523 Saves
    White Sands, New Mexico

    The high wall, needle-like spires of the Organ Mountains curve dramatically around a semicircle of Chihuahuan Desert habitat at the Aguirre Spring Campground. The campground, nestled at the base of spectacular cliffs, overlooks the Tularosa Basin and White Sands National Park. Alligator juniper, gray oak, mountain mahogany and sotol are a few of the abundant plant species here. Seasonal springs and streams occur in the canyon bottoms, with a few perennial springs that support riparian habitats. Entrance Gate Hours (change with Daylight Savings Time) Winter Hours (Nov - March): 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Summer Hours (March - Nov): 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. The campground has a total of 55 sites that are available at a first come, first served basis, and two group sites that can be reserved by calling 575-525-4300. Water is only available at the entrance of the recreation site by the Camp Host Site. RVs can camp in the campground but should be aware that the road up to the campground becomes narrow and winding. Due to safety precautions for vehicles, the recommended max length for RVs is 23 feet. All sites have a shade shelter, picnic table, grill and tent pad.

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    5. Hacienda RV Resort

    16 Reviews
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    31 Saves
    Mesilla, New Mexico

    We’ll Give You Something To Talk About!

    Welcome to the beautiful Hacienda RV Resort, New Mexico’s finest RV Park! Our resort provides the perfect setting for rest and relaxation with stellar accommodations and breathtaking views. New Mexico’s historic cultural activities combined with our resort’s high-speed WiFi makes Hacienda RV Resort a perfect destination for tech-savvy tourists and work-away-from-home explorers!

    Hacienda RV Resort offers a warm and welcoming retreat for adventurous adults, families and pets! Immediately located off the I-10, exit 140, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. We’re only minutes from downtown. Less than 1.5 miles away is the heart of Old Mesilla, where the Gadsden Purchase was signed, making New Mexico a part of the United States in 1854. Just 45 minutes from the RV resort is the bustling City of El Paso, Texas.

    Paved roads lead into our spacious pull-thru or back-in sites, many boasting breathtaking views. Watch the sun rise over the Organ Mountains, relax on our large outdoor patio with a wood burning fireplace, or enjoy our comfortable southwestern community room with an indoor fireplace. Our gift shop is stocked with locally sourced products that make excellent gifts for those back home!

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $36 - $64 / night

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    8. Sunny Acres RV Park

    7 Reviews
    16 Photos
    10 Saves
    Las Cruces, New Mexico
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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    10. Franklin Mountains State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
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    72 Saves
    Canutillo, Texas

    Primitive campsites, walk in and drive in. No water No electricity

    there is a gate and it does get locked so reservations are strongly advised

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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369 Reviews of 56 Las Cruces Campgrounds


  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Dec. 2, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Dec. 2, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Dec. 2, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 30, 2024

    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.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 30, 2024

    Oregan 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.

  • Douglas M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 19, 2024

    Fort Bliss RV Park

    Great place

    Easy layout. Concrete spots with the usual tables nearby. All the hook ups ans amenities you need. Near a gas station and a Walmart for convenience as well.

  • UThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
    Nov. 17, 2024

    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!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 16, 2024

    Arrey RV Park, LLC

    Awesome RV park!

    Rv park is great. Mostly everyone is a resident. There are a few nightly spots. The residents and owner have lots of community pot lucks. Common room, laundry and showers are all available at the main building. Plus plenty of space to store your RV, Boat or whatever youbwant to store. You bring they store it! There are many different types of camping. Full hookups down dry dry camping. The owners are super cool. It's a really nice place to live.

  • Kara S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
    Nov. 8, 2024

    Aguirre 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.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 5, 2024

    Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino

    Great overnight

    Water, electric and dump station for $15/ night. It is just a parking lot though. The steak house was excellent and the staff are all friendly and helpful. There are 6 RV sites on a first come first serve basis. I arrived early afternoon and there were already 2 rigs parked. The Dyrt directions took me across the street not to the casino.

  • Roy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Baylor Canyon Rd Dispersed Site
    Nov. 3, 2024

    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.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 1, 2024

    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.

  • jam
    Camper-submitted photo from Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Aguirre 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.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rockhound State Park Campground
    Oct. 28, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Smokey Bear Campground
    Oct. 28, 2024

    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.

  • Candy P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Las Cruces KOA
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Las 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!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Organ Mountains Campground
    Sep. 16, 2024

    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.



Guide to Las Cruces

Camping near Las Cruces, New Mexico, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and unique outdoor experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or an adventurous trail to hike, this area has something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Hiking in the Organ Mountains: The trails around the Organ Mountains are a big draw. One camper mentioned, “Good spot to stay if you want to hike any of the trails in the Organ mountains” at Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground.
  • Exploring Local Parks: Check out Leasburg Dam State Park Campground for beautiful desert trails. A visitor noted, “Lots of small trails throughout the park.”
  • Stargazing: The clear skies in this region make for excellent stargazing. One camper at Las Cruces KOA shared, “The skies at night were clear and the location of the camp, set on a hilltop, was perfect for seeing stars.”

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the views. A review for Sierra Vista highlights, “The mountain view is amazing,” making it a favorite for those who love nature.
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many appreciate the peacefulness of the campgrounds. One camper at Baylor Canyon Rd Spur, BLM, Free said, “Very quiet with lots of privacy.”
  • Clean Facilities: Cleanliness is a common theme. A visitor at Hacienda RV Resort mentioned, “The bathroom and showers are clean and nice.”

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Sierra Vista, don’t have drinking water or electric hookups. A camper noted, “No amenities like electricity, water or dump stations.”
  • Road Conditions: Be prepared for rocky roads, especially at dispersed sites. One camper at Baylor Pass West Trailhead Dispersed advised, “The road is pretty rocky, take it slow and you’ll be good though.”
  • Wildlife: Keep an eye out for wildlife. A camper at Baylor Canyon Rd Spur, BLM, Free mentioned, “There were cows roaming about as it’s free range here.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Las Cruces KOA offers amenities like a playground, making it a great choice for families. A reviewer said, “The park has beautiful views of the mountains nearby.”
  • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with nearby trails. One family enjoyed the “great trail called pine tree loop” from Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground.
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Since some sites lack drinking water, be sure to bring enough supplies. A camper at Leasburg Dam State Park Campground noted, “Challenging to get water out of the taps.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Hacienda RV Resort mentioned, “The sites here are also very close together.”
  • Be Mindful of Traffic: Some RV parks are near busy roads. One camper at Sunny Acres RV Park said, “Except for the sound of traffic, this place is great!”
  • Use GPS for Directions: Some campgrounds can be tricky to find. A visitor at Franklin Mountains State Park Campground advised, “Easy to find with GPS.”

Camping around Las Cruces offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation. With its stunning landscapes and variety of campgrounds, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor getaway.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Las Cruces, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Las Cruces, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 56 campgrounds and RV parks near Las Cruces, NM and 15 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Las Cruces, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Las Cruces, NM is Las Cruces KOA with a 4.7-star rating from 47 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Las Cruces, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 free dispersed camping spots near Las Cruces, NM.

  • What parks are near Las Cruces, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 parks near Las Cruces, NM that allow camping, notably Lincoln National Forest and Gila National Forest.