The Camp @ Cloudcroft  RV Park

Halls Hideaway RV Park

Twin Spruce RV Park

We offer a get-away that is just what you've been looking for -- remote enough to be a welcome break from urban life, but close enough to enjoy any weekend.

With 15 acres in the beautiful Sacramento Mountains, our RV park is the ideal base of exploration for the many exciting natural treasures in south central New Mexico. Our rustic atmosphere appeals to all who want the "outdoor" experience with the comforts of a full RV hook-up.

We are open year-round.

Adults May through September.

Families October through April.

Cool Pines RV Park

16 Springs is a top pet-friendly RV park for camping in Cloudcroft, New Mexico located in the heart of the beautiful Lincoln National Forest.  Park an RV or camper while enjoying ample space in nature to relax, unwind, and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Hike, fish, ride your ATV, and play your way all over the park– creating memories with your family that will last a lifetime.  **We're off the beaten path, but well worth the drive.**

16 Springs

RV Sites, Cabins and more!!! Located in Midtown area of Ruidoso NM. One of the top 5 RV parks in New Mexico according to RV Life Magazine! Over 200, 5 star google reviews.

Midtown Mountain Campground & RV Park

Silver Campground has 30 single units spaced closely together. On many Saturday nights music, presentations and more are put on at the adjacent Silver Amphitheater during summer months. Tables, fire rings, parking spurs, gray water sumps, toilets, showers, central garbage depository, plus interpretive trails. RVs limited to 30'. (Sacramento District Camping Brochure)

Silver Campground

Saddle Campground offers 16 single units for tents or RV's. Mixed conifer/aspen forest sites provide southern NM escape from summer heat on the desert floor Tables, fire rings, parking spurs, gray water sumps, toilets, showers, central garbage depository, plus interpretive trails. RVs are limited to a maximum of 30' in length. (Sacramento District Camping Brochure)

Saddle Campground

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New Mexico

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Are you planning a trip to Lincoln National Forest with your RV? We've got you covered. Finding a place to camp in New Mexico with your RV has never been easier. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Lincoln National Forest's most popular destinations.

Lincoln National Forest

The Best RV Camping Near Lincoln National Forest, New Mexico

Just two miles from the village of Cloudcroft is this idyllic campground accommodating groups up to 90 visitors. Take advantage of the views of the Tularosa Basin or bask in the sun on the wildflower-dusted mountain meadow. A network of trails surround the campground, where you can look for deer, elk, and many types of birds. The region is part of the 1.1 million acres of Lincoln National Forest, where the original Smokey Bear was rescued as a cub from a forest fire. There's no shortage of beauty in the area, with expansive blue skies, clear nights for stargazing, and hikes to several peaks and overlooks. Attractions in the vicinity include White Sands National Monument, the Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, and the Sunspot Museum - home to the national solar observatory. Recreation Slide Group Area backs into the Rim Trail, offering epic views, rocky hills, and switchbacks. Head north on the trail for mountain biking, hiking, and horse-back riding. Head south for the part of the trail that allows motorcycles. An open meadow, perfect for sports like volleyball, corn hole, or football, is connected to the campsite. Facilities The picturesque overlook and convenient road access are unique, convenient features of this group site. Parking can accommodate approximately 12 trailers or 50 automobiles. Natural Features The campground is located on the rim of the Sacramento Mountains with a view of the Tularosa Basin. Mixed evergreen and aspens surround the 9,000 ft. elevation site. Nearby Attractions Drive along the Sunspot Scenic Byway to catch phenomenal views of the Tularosa Basin, White Sands National Monument, and colorful desert sunsets. Cloudcroft, a quaint mountain village nearby, is also worth a visit. ADA Access: N

Slide Group Area Campground

Black Bear is perched atop the scenic Sacramento Mountains of south-central New Mexico, near Alamogordo and Cloudcroft. The site is surrounded by the aromatic pine trees and aspen groves of Lincoln National Forest. The group area is conveniently connected to a network of hiking and biking trails. Bring your camera and binoculars for the chance to spot elk, deers, birds, and even black bear.

The black bears are arguably the most celebrated wildlife in the area due to the fact that the original Smokey Bear was found here. While battling a fire in 1950, firefighters rescued a burned bear cub clinging to a scorched tree in Lincoln National Forest. The bear was adopted by the US Forest Service and became the real-life mascot for forest fire prevention.

Natural Features:

Set 9,000 feet above sea level in the Sacramento Mountains, Black Bear is in a pine forest area overlooking the desert valley of the Tularosa Basin. The basin stretches 6,500 square miles between the Sacramentos and the San Andres Mountains.

Recreation:

Evening skies are often clear of clouds - bring a telescope for stargazing. The campground is surrounded by a series of hiking trails. A popular hike is the Osha Trail, which is a 2.5-mile loop. 

Facilities:

Whether for a family reunion or a large social event, Black Bear is a convenient location for groups up to 70. No water is provided at this site, but it is available at Deerhead Campground from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Nearby Attractions:

The campground is a mile from Cloudcroft, a quaint tourist village with New Mexicos only standing railroad trestle. Its also a quarter mile from the Rim Trail, which is popular for mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Other nearby trails are open to ATV enthusiasts.

Black Bear Group Campground

## Overview

Lower Fir Group Area is a high-energy and highly popular group campground in the Sacramento Mountain area. The site is set away from public roads, so that outside noise is non-existent, leaving only the sweet sounds of rustling aspen leaves. 

The campground sits within the Lincoln National Forest, which spans 1.1 million acres of undisturbed landscape. Spend your days exploring the mountain trails, or head west for a day trip to White Sands National Monument, the world's largest dune field of pure, white gypsum sand. Bring your camera and binoculars for the chance to observe wild elk, deer, birds, and even an occasional black bear. 

## Recreation

An open meadow, ideal for activities like volleyball or horseshoes, is adjacent to the campground. The Rim Trail is a short hike or drive away, offering epic views, rocky inclines, and switchbacks for adventurous mountain bikers, hikers, and horse-back riders. A few miles south, the same trail opens up to motorcyclists as well. 

## Facilities

This is one of the only group sites with water access. Lower Fir comfortably fits groups as large as 70, and it's connected to Upper Fir Group, and even larger facility accommodating up to 120 visitors. 

## Natural Features

Lower Fir Group sits at a high elevation of 9,000 ft., providing visitors with dramatic views of the Tularosa Basin and lush mountain meadows surrounded by pine, fir, aspen and oak trees. 

## Nearby Attractions

The campground is a mile from the village of Cloudcroft, a quaint mountain town with New Mexico's only standing railroad trestle. Trails for ATVs are near the area, too.

Lower Fir Group Campground

Fir Group Campground

Apache Campground offers 25 sites. Mixed conifer/aspen forest sites at 8,900 feet provide southern New Mexico an escape from summer heat on the desert floor. Tables, fire rings, parking, toilets, central garbage depository, plus interpretive trails are available. Tents and RVs up to 30 feet in length are permitted. No hook ups available. 



Apache Campground 

Apache Campground offers 25 sites. Mixed conifer/aspen forest sites at 8,900' provide southern NM escape from summer heat on the desert floor. Tables, fire rings, parking spurs, gray water sumps, toilets, central garbage depository, plus interpretive trails. 24 family units spaced far apart. Tents are allowed and RVs limited to a maximum of 30' in length. (Sacramento District Camping Brochure)

Apache Campground

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Malaga

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Probably the Land of Enchantment’s most well-known city, Albuquerque, New Mexico deserves a spot in your next travel itinerary. In the city itself, you’ll find a handful of KOAs and private campgrounds to accommodate tents and RV camping.

You don’t have to go far to find the best camping near Albuquerque. The Sandia Mountain Wilderness is US Forest Service land just east of the city, between Albuquerque and Tijeras, NM. It’s a great place to spend a night or two! On the city’s west side, you’ll find Petroglyph National Monument. Though there are no campsites there, it’s worth a day trip to enjoy the area and learn about the history.

Albuquerque

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Las Cruces

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Rio Rancho

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Enchanted Hills

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The Sangre de Cristo foothills offer some of the best camping opportunities near Santa Fe, NM. Get supplies in the city before venturing out to campsites. Surrounded by national forests and natural areas, Santa Fe has plenty of campgrounds to offer. Camping in the national forest by the badlands gives outdoor enthusiasts plenty of opportunities for adventure from hiking the trails to riding ATVs. Campers looking for stunning views of these New Mexico foothills and valley will want to make the drive up to Santa Fe Skies Park. It’s RV-friendly and campers won’t complain about the views no matter where their site is located.

Santa Fe

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Roswell

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El Morro National Monument

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The Best RV Camping in Lincoln National Forest

Top Campgrounds in Lincoln National Forest (69)

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Cool Pines RV Park

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16 Springs

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Midtown Mountain Campground & RV Park

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Slide Group Area Campground

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Black Bear Group Campground

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Lower Fir Group Campground

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Fir Group Campground

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Apache Campground

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Saddle Campground

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Apache Campground

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