3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Timberon Golf & RV Campsite provides two RV sites with 30-amp electric hookups, water, sewer, and a sanitary dump station. Circle Cross RV Park operates seasonally from May to October with big-rig friendly spaces and full hookups including water, sewer, and 50-amp electric service. "The hosts are amazing, the scenery is magical, and most sites are roomy," according to one camper who stayed at Circle Cross. Cool Pines RV Park in nearby Mayhill features 51 sites with full hookups, including both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical connections, and accommodates larger vehicles with big-rig friendly spaces on its 15-acre wooded property.
Several parks in the region operate year-round, while others like Deer Spring RV Park in Mayhill close during winter months (November through March). Cell service varies significantly across mountain locations, with T-Mobile often providing better coverage than AT&T in some areas. The Lincoln National Forest surrounds many of these RV parks, creating scenic settings but occasionally challenging access routes. Travelers with larger rigs should check ahead about mountain road conditions and site accessibility. As one visitor noted, "Big sites and very peaceful" at Cool Pines, where amenities include clean bathroom facilities, showers, and laundry. Most RV parks in the area welcome pets but have varying policies regarding campfires, with some prohibiting open flames entirely.
from $35 / night
"with a large dog park and a new building for activities."
"We stayed in a pull through site with full hookups at a great price. The hosts were very nice as well."
"Our experience was without doubt top, including management who welcomed us at the entrance and explained the rules. We for sure will be back."
from $50 - $70 / night
"Pull through, level spot. Very close to neighbor RVs. But, nice and quiet. Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups."
"Very well run place, the property inside and out is clean, it was quite, easy to,get in and out of, some long pull through sites, some covered sites, nice dog run."
"The park is not very large, but has everything that you might need: shower, tiny playground, a fishing pond, dog run."
"Neighbors were within 10 feet of you, but they were all respectful and amazingly quiet. The small duck pond was nice and the restroom / shower was well maintained."
"Gravel sites, level spots. Combination of back in and pull through sites."
"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!"
Available this weekend
from $45 - $65 / night
"They plan some upgrades in the near future. The park has two sections, one for long term residents and one short term. 30and50 amp service available. Has buddy sites as well as individual sites."
"Lots of spaces, with 30 & 50 amp hook up. Very nice property, with good paved roads throughout. Bathrooms and showers were impressively clean."
"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!"
from $35 / night
"Nice Campgroung, relatively quiet. Staff is kind and friendly. Full hookup sites, spot are big with picnic table. Amenities are very cleans, little market, gim and laundry."
"If you want to stay in a mountain retreat but close to downtown Ruidoso, NM then this is a perfect place to be. Large abundant pine trees provide lots of shade."
Available this weekend
from $45 - $70 / night
"The sites do have a fire barrel, picnic table, power, water, sewer, and good Wi-Fi."
"Really nice, big trees, fishing pond, room to roam and walk, hike, elk roaming around at night. Nice weather in Mtns."
from $55 - $65 / night
GuideGreat location. Not far from Alamogordo. The views are amazing. We stayed further down than where the rest of the campers are at so very quiet. Woke up this morning and they just laid more dirt down on the road so should be better getting in and out. The main road to here is paved and leads to Oliver Lee State Park. The only complaints would be there is a lot of broken glass around so be careful walking your dogs. Would definitely come back here.
ScoutCampground is closed permanently
GuideThis small campground is basically in a ravine below the U-Bend of a mountain road (in the middle of the U). The location is a little noisy with local cars, but it didn't keep me up at night. It is stunningly beautiful and lush and the highway in from the east was a gorgeous drive.The deer are close, but thankfully have not been fed human food, so they keep their distance as it should be.
Chilly at night due to the high elevation. Camp host was super and the vault toilets very clean.
GuideGreat statepark, close to alamagordo white sands, pretty and large sites, with mountains and trails on the campsite. Price 20$ per night for no hook ups. Dumpster will open soon
GuideHave a pull thru site, with full hook ups. Good laundry and bathrooms here. Campground in Tularosa, so had fun exploring Cloudcraft, White sands National park, and Ruidosa. Beautiful state indeed
GuideIf Ruidoso is your kind of town, Midtown Mountain is your kind of RV park, and I'll tell you why...
First off, a tiny bit of explanation. Ruidoso is a tiny mountain village from the 1840's, carved out along the river it's named for.
The business district with historic shops, restaurants, and Tahoe-type vistas is called Midtown, and the park is right at its edge so you can literally walk everywhere, thus "Midtown Mountain." No other RV park in town is located like that.
Everything about the mountain is different from the desert that surrounds it, from the scenery to the climate. Be prepared for several kinds of weather and temperature changes in one day, along with the scented air that will make you think you're in a Glade commercial.
I like my bathroom and shower and never tried theirs, but the laundry is nice, clean, close, and cheap.
The park is very professionally run with on-site management present 24/7. A general policy of "be nice!" seems to be retained by everyone, both staff and guests, and this goes a long way toward making the park special.
Wi-Fi signal is strong and fast. Cellphones work as expected. Consistent high water pressure (bring a regulator) and good shore power.
The Midtown location does mean more road noise, especially on weekends when tourism soars. Nights are quiet aside from a few bikers and UTV people who like to be noisy.
As a special bonus, wild elk, deer, and mustangs have full run of the campsite, like they do the entire town! You could see a pretty pony on a dog walk, or meet an elk at the gas station. No joke!
GuideClose to cloudcroft Had a fun 2 nights here great views between the trees. it rained all night before leaving and had no trouble getting out in a truck and trailer
ScoutMost campgrounds in the area closed after Labor Day so we reserved an RV spot for 3 days to spend the weekend with the grands. Based on all info on the USDA site we set out on our trip prepared to fill our tanks with water once we got there. Upon arrival we noticed there are NO water hookups at the individual site!! The description said potable water at the site. Potable water was only available at the two restrooms from the water fountain hookup. At one faucet, there was no way to park to get water without blocking traffic in the loop. We also found out there were very limited generator hours that were NOT disclosed on the website! When there are NO electric hookups most RVs are dependent on generators for AC, microwave, etc. Thats fine if you can use your generator. When it's hot outside or you have planned your trip with generator use it's very restrictive. Also, tent camping is mixed in with RVs so generator use is a problem. If tents had their own areas that wouldn't be an issue. Why not tell everyone up front on websites?!! Over$30 for a site without any hookups is ridiculous. If you need more water, you would have to pack up& reattach your RV to fill up!! They should clearly state this on websites! Might as well boondock& not have neighbors close by! So that's what we did!
ScoutTHE CAMPGROUND IS VERY NICE. IT’S GRAVEL. THE SITES ARE WELL MAINTAINED. SOME SITES ARE COVERED BUT FILL UP QUICKLY. REASONABLE RATES (PARTICULARLY WEEKLY AND MONTHLY). THE ONLY REAL DOWNSIDE IS MAKING A RESERVATION. IT IS HARD TO NEXT TO IMPOSSIBLE TO GET AHOLD OF SOMEONE TO MAKE A RESERVATION. TRY TEXTING. THE RESPONSE SEEMS TO BE BETTER.
The Lincoln National Forest region surrounding Timberon sits at elevations between 6,500 and 9,000 feet, creating significantly cooler temperatures than nearby desert areas. Summer highs typically range from 70-85°F while winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing with occasional snowfall. Most RV campgrounds near Timberon remain accessible via mountain roads that require careful navigation during winter months.
Hiking trails access: Just minutes from Cool Pines RV Park, visitors can access numerous trails throughout the Sacramento Mountains. "Great park with lots of activities within minutes. Very friendly and helpful staff," notes camper Caleb S.
Day trips to museums: The New Mexico Space Museum sits approximately 23 miles from many Timberon area campgrounds. "Hiking trails nearby and also planning a day of exploring the city of Alamogordo. Zoo, Space Museum and Train Depot only 23 miles away," reports Joseph W. who enjoyed the cooler mountain temperatures.
Fishing opportunities: The Rio Penasco River flows directly through The Camp @ Cloudcroft RV Park, offering accessible fishing. According to camper Chip, "The Rio Penasco River runs right through the park and offers the opportunity to catch a trout or 2. Local Mule deer and turkeys are no strangers here and visit frequently."
Wildlife viewing: Morning and evening wildlife sightings are common at many campgrounds in the region. "We took our 8 year old boy and he had such a great time and spotted some deer close to camp," shares Jessica U. about her stay at The Camp @ Cloudcroft.
Temperature relief: The elevation provides natural cooling during hot summer months. One Cool Pines visitor noted, "Just came from Midland Tx where it was around 98, today at Cool Pines RV Park 72° at 3pm in the afternoon."
Community amenities: Several campgrounds offer gathering spaces for socializing. William N. appreciated this at Cool Pines RV Park: "Beautiful resort with spacious sites and excellent amenities including laundry, bathroom/shower and beautiful community gathering building and fire ring. They even had home-made cinnamon roles and coffee in the community building."
Cell service limitations: Mobile coverage varies significantly by carrier across the mountain region. As one camper at Cool Pines noted, "WiFi signal was very poor, and virtually unusable during the evenings—cell service is also minimal due to the location, but I was able to work remotely using my T-Mobile hotspot."
Limited winter operations: Several RV parks in the area close seasonally. Deer Spring RV Park in Mayhill operates from April through November, while others maintain year-round availability with reduced amenities during winter months.
Varying fire policies: Campfire regulations differ between properties, with some prohibiting open flames entirely. At Boot Hill RV Resort, fires are permitted in designated areas, while other parks enforce strict no-fire policies regardless of season.
Free sled rentals: Some campgrounds near White Sands National Park offer complimentary sleds. According to visitors at Mountain Meadows RV Park, "They even provide sleds and wax for free to use at White Sands."
Stream access for kids: Several properties feature natural water features safe for supervised play. One family reported, "My daughters played in the stream that runs along side the camp" at The Camp @ Cloudcroft, which maintains a walking trail alongside the river.
Pet-friendly policies: Most RV campgrounds near Timberon welcome pets, though specific rules may apply. "The park is family friendly and offers live music at times during the summer months," notes a Camp @ Cloudcroft visitor, highlighting additional programming available for families.
Mountain road navigation: Access roads to Timberon area campgrounds involve significant elevation changes and curves. "Travelers with larger rigs should check ahead about mountain road conditions and site accessibility," advise experienced RV campers familiar with the area.
Site spacing considerations: RV site proximity varies significantly between properties. A camper at Slow Play RV Park noted the importance of proper site selection: "The site we had was #32 and was a gravel pull-thru and almost level. The bathrooms and showers were close by and very clean."
Electrical capacity: Timberon Golf & RV Campsite provides limited 30-amp hookups with water connections and sewer access. For those requiring 50-amp service, larger facilities in nearby communities offer upgraded electrical capacity for bigger rigs with multiple slide-outs.
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