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$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."
"Campground Review:
Oliver Lee is an amazing place to stay in southern New Mexico."
"This is a quiet area tucked away in Lincoln National Forest. It's not too far from Cloudcroft, NM so it's easy to resupply on water, snack, etc."
"Went 12/28-12/30 and the actual campground area was packed the whole time even with it being 20-30 degrees outside. Extremely windy and most areas only get an hour or two of sun."
"Mine had a stone border created by previous guests which was pretty cool.
Great views in every direction, but many sites will be exposed to wind. Was pretty gusty when I was there."
"I entered in the first entrance. This was exactly where the directions from The Dyrt took me. Not a lot of spots but no trouble getting a spot."
"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."
"Not bad for the middle of New Mexico, between two mountain ranges.
However, camping nearby leaves something to be desired, even in the RV parks – which is never our thing."
"Stunning sunsets over the Lake. Even with a lot of rigs, I was able to find my own spot several feet away from others ( although you will be in sight of other rigs) border patrol surveys the area."
$35 / night
"The Timberon Golf & RV site is new to the Dyrt but has an excellent location with something for everyone nearby. Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!"
"We stayed at a spot on a meadow about 4-5 dispersed sites south of Sunspot Highway. Good times."
"Beautiful area off Davis drive, so many areas to camp. Some are restricted to motor vehicles but just keep driving down the gravel road and you will find something."
$123 - $154 / night
"We took our 8 year old boy and he had such a great time and spotted some deer close to camp."
"We stayed in the teardrop camper — so cold outside but the teardrop was warm and cozy. Since then we’ve been back several times! They have new beautifully renovated shower houses."
TravelerGood service, lots of spots, close enough to the highway that you’re not going out of your way, but far enough from the highway that you don’t hear/see it. Beautiful lake sunsets.
GuideJust make sure you see the forecast, if it's windy it might turn into a dust storm.
Another than that it was gorgeous
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
GuideThis place was a good overnight stay with all the amenities one could want. 12
ScoutNice campground, heavily wooded, paved parking. Very clean. The price has gone up, $32 per night. The Check Availability button said it was full but I was the sole camper on a Monday. It's right off the road so lots of traffic noise in the daytime, very quiet at night. Also lots of jet noise due to the AFB in Alamagordo. The solar telescope nearby is worth a vist and the drive is beautiful.
ScoutGreat spot, great views. Be careful tent camping very exposed to wind all directions.
GuideOur biggest issue with this campsite was that it was extremely difficult to find. I’m not sure if the coordinates aren’t accurate or what, but it would help to have more signs along the highway showing where to turn. We passed the turn in at least twice and had to ask a cop at the inspection point before we finally found it. If you’re traveling in the dark, good luck. Best advice is to enter from the west and turn before you get to the air force base, but after the missile range. There aren’t many roads that turn off the highway so chances are you’ll pick the right one eventually haha. Once you find the turn in, there’s a cattle grate that is very rough to get over, but manageable. We camped right next to the water which was gorgeous, especially during sunrise. There was plenty of space when we went, only two other RVs staying that we could see. Not too much noise like I’ve seen other people mention, only a little aircraft noise every now and then. We saw lots of wildlife in the area. The lake is pretty stinky, as a matter of fact the cop called it “stinky lakes”, but it wasn’t terrible. We only stayed overnight and went to White Sands NP the following morning. Perfect for anyone looking to stay for a night, and drive to the park. The park is maybe 5 minutes down the road, extremely convenient! Overall for a free site, we had a great stay!
GuideLower Karr Canyon campground is about 6 miles from the main highway at High Rolls, NM. The last 2 miles or so being rather rough dirt. Most cars should be able to make it if driven with care, though.
The campsite itself is rustic, no amenities other than the pit toilet which is just fine. The sites are on the other side of a closed bridge, so you gotta carry your stuff a quarter of a mile or so for the sites furthest away from the parking area. Also, being deep in the canyon means that there's no cell signal unless you hoof it a fair bit up a hill.
It's a very secluded experience despite being so close to Cloudcroft/Alamogordo. Highly recommended if you want a no-frills campsite that will make you work a bit to get to it and then some more to settle in.
Guide$32 per night with no water or electricity is a bit steep. There are very few garbages and the only trash container is overflowing. Small spots but our spot was perfect for our class B van. Beautiful pine area. Close to hiking
Camping near Timberon, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
Camping near Timberon, New Mexico, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation. With beautiful landscapes and friendly campgrounds, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor getaway!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Timberon, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 83 campgrounds and RV parks near Timberon, NM and 18 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Timberon, NM is Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 64 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Timberon, NM.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 parks near Timberon, NM that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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