Join the fun near Mescalero. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Mescalero. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Mescalero and user-submitted reviews.
"In direct contrast to the White Sands backcountry camping which offers absolutely zero thrills and access to luxuries, the White Sand KOA is a great place to stay for those wanting some of the comforts"
"However there is a train close by that blew the horn very loud all throughout the night. Woke me up at 1am, 3am, and 5:30 am."
"You can get as far away from main roads as you need. There are infinite spots on this road. It’s quite long and the road conditions aren’t all that bad, so anyone can access it."
"Sleeping surrounded by the trees was awesome. It was so calm. Not a lot of cars drive through the road right beside it, so it’s pretty quiet."
$45 - $70 / night
"I think the ease of picking a spot that worked for our situation, the clean park and bathrooms and friendly staff and neighbors made it surprisingly one of the best RV experiences we’ve had."
"So close to everything, super clean PRIVATE bathrooms and the management is amazing and super attentive!"
$15 - $30 / night
"Very beautiful hidden away RV and Raised Primitive State Park full of marked and unmarked foliage and a nice museum reflecting on the surrounding area of New Mexico."
"I like heat and live in New Mexico. Northern new Mexico, in the mountains, where no one needs air conditioning. "
"Good little spot away from traffic. Had some snow coverage in February that made everything look beautiful. Definitely a good stop!"
"You can get as far away from main roads as you need. There are infinite spots on this road. It’s quite long and the road conditions aren’t all that bad, so anyone can access it."
$18 / night
"Now there are upwards of 10 campsites situated for RV’s or tents."
"Has one handicap accessible & next to bathroom)."
$28 / night
"Beautiful area near town. Site is quiet (minus the host's generator) and there is a nice, short trail surrounding the site."
"We chose this campground for the view but also because the hosts at the Pines campground were bizarre about rules...like when we went for a hike on the little Fir trail in the area, they got upset with"
"It is north of the busiest part of town, so it is fairly quiet, even though you are right next to the highway. It definitely served our needs."
"I paid $35 night electric only then had to pay $5 water in my tank .only was a bit noisy next to the hiway and needs a little lightning around very dark . 2 dog areas was good location"
$45 - $65 / night
"It’s only a 30‑minute drive to White Sands National Park and Cloudcroft. The host is very responsive and helpful via call or text. They even provide sleds and wax for free to use at White Sands."
"The best qualities of the campground: -awesome views -hookups -grill area and games + sleds to borrow -laundry -close to Lincoln National Forest and white sands and pistachioland!"
$32 / night
"I have seen mostly upper New Mexico and well when I found this area in comparison that or anything else near El Paso, I was more than a bit confused as to where I was."
"A very beautiful campground within about 6 miles out of Cloudcroft New Mexico. This is dispersed camping. Amenities include water, vault type toilets, picknic tables, fire rings, and a camp host."
ScoutA fantastic spot to relax for a few days and soak in nature. Stunning cliffs rise to the east, with a wide-open valley stretching beyond. The starry night skies are absolutely beautiful. Facilities are decent—nothing to complain about. Strong cell service with both Verizon and T-Mobile. Great location for day trips to the mountains or White Sands. The open sky also makes it perfect for slope setups
ScoutBeen camping here several times a year and it just keeps getting busier and busier. Need to find a new place!
ScoutI have great experience here.
TravelerOddly this popped up in my feed as a late 4th of July choice. Good God, no. I like heat and live in New Mexico. Northern new Mexico, in the mountains, where no one needs air conditioning.
Cooler times of the year, like mid-winter, I do recommend the area, particularly Dog Canyon, a great winter or early spring hike.
But for mid-summer? No, unless you're an infernal demon it's a bit warm those months.
RangerWe drove in around 10pm and the small town of Cloudcroft was beautiful for anyone needing a place to stop before heading into the forest. We saw more elk than we could count! Just glowing eyes everywhere and all in the road. The road dead ends at a fenced private property so we turned around and just got a pull off spot for the night since we camp in the truck but there's tons of tent spots. Some rock made fire pits around. And we didn't see anyone around us for miles. Tons of bullet shells everywhere. It was almost errie how quiet it was! Camped here on our way down to the White Sands.
Road isn't bad, but we are in a higher up Toyota Tacoma. Poor cell signal for T-Mobile but Verizon did!
GuideThis amazing camping spot near cloudcroft nm is a perfect place to stop by and see the beautiful woods and mountains of Lincoln mountains.
ScoutWe arrived at about 7:30 pm so all of the lower spots were taken. We followed the road all the way to the gated closure. There was someone already there in a nice spot, so we turned around (we were able to do this in our 20 ft class c rv, but it might be tight if you’re in something larger) and drove back down a bit, then parked right off the road. Even though we didn’t get an actual campsite, it was ok because all we needed was somewhere to sleep for the night. The road is rocky and narrow, but we were able to make it in a 2 wheel drive vehicle with pretty low clearance.
GuideGood level one spot of two total drive-in. Also had parking lot a car parked all night (they may have tented). Very easy access and directly off the road.
Small amount of trash I cleaned up. Some ants but not terrible. Found elk bones (we think).
Surrounding area was up to 110 and was 85 when we pulled in here and thankfully down to 55 at night.
TravelerThe best qualities of the campground: -awesome views -hookups -grill area and games + sleds to borrow -laundry -close to Lincoln National Forest and white sands and pistachioland!
Things that could maybe be a little better: -more shade on campsite (ours had a very tiny tree) -more privacy between sites
Camping near Mescalero, New Mexico, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping around Mescalero, New Mexico, is a great way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's a spot waiting for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Mescalero, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 121 campgrounds and RV parks near Mescalero, NM and 23 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mescalero, NM is Alamogordo / White Sands KOA with a 4.5-star rating from 37 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 free dispersed camping spots near Mescalero, NM.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Mescalero, NM that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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