Best Tent Camping near Salem, NM
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Best Tent Sites Near Salem, NM (4)
1. Railroad Canyon Campground
6 Reviews•40 Photos•23 SavesMimbres, New Mexico- Pets
- Fires
- ADA Access
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
2. Kingston Campground
2 Reviews•2 Photos•9 SavesHillsboro, New MexicoSmall campground located along the north side of New Mexico Highway 152, near mile marker 40, near Middle Percha Creek, on the eastern edge of the small town of Kingston, NM.
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
- Toilets
- Alcohol
4. Gallinas - Lower
Be the first to review!•6 SavesMimbres, New MexicoLower Gallinas Campground is situated in a tight little canyon and is easily accessed by New Mexico Highway 152. It is approximately 35 miles east of Silver City within the Black Range Mountains.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Salem
386 Reviews of 4 Salem Campgrounds
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Tonya B.
Ranger
Dream Catcher RV Park
Overnight stay
Nice clean, even huge spaces for our big tiffin. We only stayed the night and it's right off the highway so you could hear the traffic a little bit throughout the night. Not a big deal for us though. I forgot to take pics.
- TTeresa A.
Guide
Oregan Wilderness Dispersed
Overnight stop
The road is a bit rough but we found a great spot to spend the night. Sunset on the Organ Mtns was beautiful and we woke up to a light dusting of snow.
- LLisa D.
Scout
SaddleHawk Ranch
Truly amazing people !
I booked a stay during a New Mexico snow/ice storm!! I went past the farm by a couple blocks and couldn’t get turned around or backed up. The wife opted to have her husband come get me into place. The farm is full of animals with a beautiful view and great rates. In addition it’s an EQUINE SAFE HAVEN. So if you ever come to visit please leave a little extra cash, They’re doing Gods work here and it truly a blessing to see.
I will be back!
Michael D.
Traveler
BLM Near City of Rocks
Open BLM land
This is open BLM land. When you turn off Highway 61, you go through a gate. There are multiple pull-outs along the road. Great views, desert terrain. I have good cell service, and my home fi hot spot is working great.
- RRick M.Guide
BLM Dispersed camping along B059 New Mexico
VERY rough unpaved road
My bus was squeaking, twisting, driving at an angle, and it was a brutal drive... While I'll not come back because it's not well maintained, it does have very beautiful vistas, so that's why it got 3 stars.
Teresa T.
Legend
Desert Cove — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Desert Cove is actually a campground and also dispersed camping area
This is a very nicely spaced campground. Can't really see the water from here but the sites have water and electric. The bathroom was being worked on so not open during the visit and the water level is at like 5 % capacity but there are lots of places to walk and bike and camping here in the winter provides very livable temperatures.
- 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.Scout
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.
- 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.
- Teresa T.Legend
Lower Gallinas Campground
If it were open, would be great
As the photos show, I'm not sure this is open. Nice long and private spots if it were open.
- Teresa T.Legend
Upper Gallinas Campground
Strip along the road
This is the most exposed of the campgrounds to the road. Nice and close to get to a picnic table but I'd stay at one of the others before staying here.
- Teresa T.Legend
Railroad Canyon Campground
Nice campground
Of the handful of formal places to camp, this is very small but very nice. Trees, a decent hike on a maintained trail. Only a few spots to take but cute if you get one.
- Teresa T.Legend
Wrights Cabin
Not maintained
This is a picnic ground and you park on the road and walk up to. It is not maintained and I don't think the pit toilet is open
- Teresa T.Legend
Kingston Campground
Free place in a cute town
I walked through Kingstown and which is a friendly, adorable town. It is just up the road from their provided campground.
The campground is really just a couple of spots with a picnic table and not a destination but worthy of stopping if the mountains are cold.
- MMark M.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!
- BBJ S.Scout
Quail Run — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
EB St Pk is great, More sheltered area
I love the Elephant Butte State Park and have stayed around 4 times. February 2024 I spent a week there in my small travel trailer. It can be quite windy in Feb/Mar so before booking I called the park office ans asked which campground might be more wind sheltered. They suggested Quail Run so that is what I booked. It was more out of the wind and a very nice, less exposed area. /bear in mind, the excellent prices are ending for 2025 and will be considerably more. I plan to spend a few days there in Dec before the prices go up.
- KKim G.Ranger
Little Vineyard RV Park
Some amenities but dated
We stopped here for an unplanned overnight. It is ok. Friendly staff. Clean but dated bathrooms. Took 5 minutes to get hot water in the women’s shower and the water stream was very small. No space between rigs. Lots of people driving out late and early. Think some folks must live here and be heading off to work. Big clubhouse area with a library. Also indoor pool. Didn’t use these facilities. There is a laundry but we did not check it out. Reasonable price but we wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
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
Guide to Salem
Nestled in the scenic landscapes of New Mexico, tent camping near Salem offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the tranquility of the great outdoors.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- At Kingston Campground, you'll find clean vault toilets and a peaceful creek, perfect for a relaxing stay.
- Railroad Canyon Campground features picnic tables and fire pits, making it an ideal spot for cozy evenings under the stars.
- The well-reviewed Lower Gallinas Campground allows campfires and welcomes pets, enhancing your camping experience.
Tent campers should check out Kingston Campground
- Located conveniently off the highway, Kingston Campground offers a serene escape with minimal traffic and a charming creek nearby.
- If you're looking for a more secluded experience, Railroad Canyon Campground provides a small, intimate setting with only a few campsites.
- For those who enjoy hiking, Lower Gallinas Campground is a beautiful spot that connects to scenic trails.
Tips for tent camping near Salem
- Be prepared for varying weather conditions; Kingston Campground is a great option when temperatures drop in the winter.
- Always practice Leave No Trace principles at Railroad Canyon Campground to keep the area pristine for future visitors.
- If you plan to visit Wrights Cabin, remember to bring your own water, as there are no drinking water facilities available.
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