Best Glamping near Timberon, NM

The Camp @ Cloudcroft RV Park in Lincoln National Forest houses glamping accommodations including yurts and furnished tent cabins with full amenities. This mountain retreat sits at 2,180 Rio Penasco Road in Mayhill, just 30 miles from Timberon, and boasts year-round availability. Visitors find comfortable glamping options with electric hookups, picnic tables, and on-site amenities including hot showers, flush toilets, and drinking water. El Campo Glamping offers a more rustic experience with three glamping sites featuring outdoor fire pits, firewood provision, and picnic areas while maintaining modern comforts with toilet facilities and outdoor showers. One guest shared, "Absolutely stunning. I will definitely be coming here again. The sunrise, sunset and night sky were all breathtaking."

From these mountain glamping locations, guests connect directly to hiking trails, fishing spots, and wildlife viewing opportunities. White Sands National Park lies within 35 miles, offering a surreal landscape for day excursions from your glamping basecamp. Several properties maintain market facilities on-site, eliminating the need for additional shopping trips. The Camp @ Cloudcroft particularly stands out with boat access and multiple trail connections right from the property. Winter visitors appreciate the year-round operation of several glamping resorts, though some sites like Deer Spring RV Park operate seasonally from April through November. A recent visitor mentioned, "Great campground with interesting history. Dog canyon trail is a must to get the whole experience. Tours to Oliver Lee ranch are available."

Best Glamping Sites Near Timberon, New Mexico (12)

    1. Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Sunspot, NM
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (236) 682-6567

    $15 - $30 / night

    "I like heat and live in New Mexico.  Northern new Mexico, in the mountains, where no one needs air conditioning. "

    "The campground is located in the Oliver Lee State Park, with access on paved roads. There is a dump and water fill station at the entrance. Many sites have electric and water."

    2. Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

    37 Reviews
    Alamogordo, NM
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-3452

    "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"

    "Bathroom ✅ Showers (small stalls) ✅ Laundry ✅ Store on site ✅ Nice privacy walls ✅

    It’s very close to white sands main gate. The staff was very friendly and the campground was clean and manacured."

    3. The Camp @ Cloudcroft RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Mayhill, NM
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 687-3715

    "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."

    "I had I great time including my family the place was so nice everyone there was respectful and friendly I slept in the wall tent and omg it was so warm we went when it got down to 32 degrees so it was"

    4. Sleepy Grass Campground

    5 Reviews
    Cloudcroft, NM
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 682-7570

    "We visited pSleepy Grass in May 2021 and it was an amazing campground fairly close to the town of Cloudcroft, but secluded enough to feel like the middle of an alpine forest."

    "This was a lovely campground near Cloudcroft, NM. It is located in the Lincoln National Forest. We really enjoyed our couple of days at this location."

    5. Boot Hill RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Tularosa, NM
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 439-6224

    "Very clean was nice layout bathrooms very clean ."

    "Very close to neighbor RVs.  But, nice and quiet.  Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups."

    6. El Campo Glamping

    1 Review
    Cloudcroft, NM
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (915) 321-1179

    $160 - $215 / night

    7. Deer Spring RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Mayhill, NM
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 380-4087

    $50 - $70 / night

    8. Camp Tall Pines

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    Weed, NM
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 687-4101

    10. Twin Spruce RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Ruidoso Downs, NM
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 257-4310

    "There is a pool in the summer and an area for breakfast. Our stay in January was wonderful. You can also refill your propane on site. We would come back here any time !"

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  • Jeff V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Not for the 4th of July, unless you just escaped Hell

    Oddly 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.

  • S
    May. 27, 2019

    The Camp @ Cloudcroft RV Park

    They think of everything!

    We love Royce and the Camp @ Cloudcroft. We started out coming here NYE. 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. They have a Yurt with all you could ever think of as well as a pop up trailer (amazing king size bed). When you rent these, you basically can come with clothes and food. They think of everything else from utensils, grills, stoves, linens, seasonings ... even a deck of cards! There’s WiFi throughout the campground. They also have RV spaces and tent areas. Super super nice staff (Sissy and her pup Mickey). Can’t recommend this place enough and we can’t wait to get back to our home away from home!!

  • Naythin H.
    Jun. 17, 2021

    The Camp @ Cloudcroft RV Park

    Amazing

    I had I great time including my family the place was so nice everyone there was respectful and friendly I slept in the wall tent and omg it was so warm we went when it got down to 32 degrees so it was nice for the heater and heated blankets they also had a nice creek with trees and trees by far the best for a weekend nights .

  • L
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Great location! Super clean

    The campground is located in the Oliver Lee State Park, with access on paved roads. There is a dump and water fill station at the entrance. Many sites have electric and water. All have picnic tables, fire rings/grills, but no shade. The Comfort Station is well kept and clean, with running hot and cold water in showers and sinks. Toilets have running water. It’s very quiet in the night so you can enjoy the sound of night creatures. Sadly, although there is electricity at the sites, generators are run at times tearing up the silence and tranquility. Hiking trails are accessible from the campground, a strenuous treck into Dog Canyon and an easy Nature trail. The park is only twenty minutes from White Sands National Park. Great experience! I would come back here any time!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 5, 2023

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Great spot with beautiful views

    Stayed here last month and loved it so much we had to come back! Camp hosts Bob and Donna are helpful and welcoming - they have lots of sleds to borrow if you want to take a trip to the dunes for some fun. No sewer at the site but dump station is easy to access. Good shower facilities. Site #41 is our absolute favorite - huge, 2 level site with lots of room for our son to play. Nice cement table, fire pit and gravel tent pad as well. Nestled next to the mountains but full sun during the day which is great for us since we have solar panels and no electric at the site. Some walk in sites available if you don’t have a reservation - first come, first served. Always see a combination of campers, rvs, tents and vans. Peaceful with gorgeous views.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2019

    Alamogordo / White Sands KOA

    Desert Oasis Fun For All Ages

    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 of home. Located about 10 minutes from White Sands this campground is in a great location for a run to the store, a meal at one of the great local restaurants or a trip to some of the other area attractions.

    While visiting here I noticed there were plenty of options for RV campers, something lacking at the White Sands itself. But RV camping is not all created equal, and this one by far surpasses other area options. Sites were latge enough even for the largest of rigs but also offered smaller sites for someone traveling a bit lighter like myself.

    Tent row seemed to be a very popular options and while the sites here were a bit closer together there was still plenty of room to move around.

    The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming. The restrooms were private and very well throught creating a feeling of being at home while on the road. There was even a small store located on property with goodies and merchandise to commemorate your trip to the area.

    This place really has the family in mind with a pool, playground and game room which will leave a smile on the faces of even the smallest guests.

    Tips:

    • Go check out the New Mexico Space Museum where you can find the first primate launched into space's memorial, some awesome space rockets and tons of information that will leave your head in space.
    • Take a trip out to the White Sands only a short 10 minute drive from camp and spend the day sledding down the cool white dunes.
  • Joe D.
    Jun. 30, 2021

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Great views and close to town

    Reservation camp ground about 15-20 min from Alamogordo. Great views, although a little windy at night since you're right up against the mountains. Bathrooms were clean and the pull in spots are nicely spaced out, so it's nice and chill. They also have quiet hours from 10p-7a daily. Office was closed when I was there (Monday) so I can't speak to the staff, but the campground looked pretty well maintained.

    There are two trails if you want to hike. One is flat and goes through the canyon for about a mile and a half. The other is basically straight up for 5 miles - I didn't try that one :) - but I imagine the views are great if you can swing it.

    The only complaint about this campground (which can't be fixed) is the flies. So. Many. Flies. They're everywhere and they are impossible to deter no matter how many times you swat them. It's insane. Maybe it was the time of year (late June) but it made tent camping pretty tough at times. If you're in an RV/camper I imagine it wouldn't be quite as bad for you.

  • D
    May. 25, 2019

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Scenic 10+

    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. Everything above standards with wonderful staff. Was there with a friend and had an outstanding experience.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 25, 2023

    Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

    Well laid-out state park

    General: Nicely laid out state park about 15 miles from Alamogordo where you could stock up on anything you need. 

    Site Quality: The sites are level, gravel, and generous in size; each would have room for an extra vehicle if needed. I believe all of them have water and electric hookups. The only odd thing is that these hookups are located near the front of the site which could be awkward if you do not have a long enough cord. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring; some (but not all) have a covered shelter. 

    Bathhouse: The bathroom appeared clean. Two shower stalls appeared clean, but I did not use them. There is a gravel path leading to the bathhouse, but it is twisty and rocky; make sure you bring your flashlight after dark. 

    Activities: There are guided tours four times a week where you will drive your own vehicle to the ranch. There is also an occasional Saturday morning “coffee and conversation” where staff is available to answer questions about the history of the area, plants, and wildlife. Unfortunately, we arrived after dark in the rain and left the next morning around 9 am still in the rain and not on a day that any of the programs were offered. From what I could see, this looks like a very well-laid-out park, and I would definitely like to return to see the ranch and explore more of the area.


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