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Mountain Meadows RV Park welcomes pets at all 28 year-round sites located in Tularosa/Alamogordo. The park provides full hookups with both 30-amp and 50-amp electric options for RVs, while allowing tent camping with pets. Boot Hill RV Resort and Alamogordo/White Sands KOA also accommodate pets with designated pet areas. Boot Hill features fenced dog runs where pets can exercise off-leash, maintaining clean facilities that receive positive mentions from visitors with dogs. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed when outside designated exercise areas, with owners responsible for waste cleanup. Edgington RV Park offers budget-friendly options for pet owners, charging only $15 for dry camping with pets, though sites are positioned close to the highway.
Forest Road 568 provides free dispersed camping options where pets can explore more natural surroundings without formal campground restrictions. Located near Cloudcroft in Lincoln National Forest, these primitive sites offer cooler temperatures during summer months when the Tularosa Basin heat becomes intense for pets. Three Rivers Petroglyph Site permits pets on trails when leashed, giving dogs and their owners access to unique archaeological features. Visitors staying at Mountain Meadows appreciate the campground's proximity to both White Sands National Park and Cloudcroft, each approximately 30 minutes away. The campground provides sleds with wax for visitors heading to White Sands, though pet owners should note that extremely hot sand can burn paw pads during summer months. An arroyo behind Mountain Meadows offers additional pet exploration opportunities with nearby off-road trails leading toward the mountains.
"They had a dog park, laundry room, clean showers and bathroom. The pools was closed but looked perfect! Thanks for such a great experience!"
"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"
"I like heat and live in New Mexico. Northern new Mexico, in the mountains, where no one needs air conditioning. "
"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."
from $15 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Very close to neighbor RVs. But, nice and quiet. Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups."
"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"
"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!"
from $45 - $65 / night
Check Availability"The park is not very large, but has everything that you might need: shower, tiny playground, a fishing pond, dog run."
"The site was right off the highway so easy to get to and the site level. There was a lot of noise from traffic on the highway."
"It was a short drive off the main road to get to the camp. The spot I found felt pretty secluded despite there being a lot of other campers in the area."
"nearby within walking distance. Sugar Pines RV Park is 10 minutes away and offers dump and fill for $10."
"Must see recreational site with 2 trails, 11 picnic areas with shelters and grills, and really clean restrooms located south of Carrizozo, NM, and north of Tularosa, NM."
"No pets allowed on the petroglyphs trail so if you have animals you'll have to leave them."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"Lots of abandoned and run down houses on Dog Canyon road leading to the area made it feel a bit sketchy. But in reality a lovely, quiet spot with great views of the nearby mountains."
"Dog friendly."
"Lower 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."
"You just have to look around to find the best one. Be aware of others though. We did have a family show up and start shooting guns in the area without any concern for others around them."
"The good: beautiful tree coverage, trails that lead to town, road biking distance to town, daily short rains, wild mustangs walking right through our site, plenty of room."
"Good little spot away from traffic. Had some snow coverage in February that made everything look beautiful. Definitely a good stop!"
GuideWe were able to get in last minute for a two night stay. We stayed in Site 604. Pull through, level spot. Very close to neighbor RVs. But, nice and quiet. Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups.
Location great for White Sands National Park, Cloudcroft, NM (Brewery up there at 9000 ft) and Las Cruces, NM.
ScoutThe staff was very friendly and helpful! They had a dog park, laundry room, clean showers and bathroom. The pools was closed but looked perfect! Thanks for such a great experience!
GuideOddly 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.
LegendThis small camp site is next to Smokey Bear Historical Park and museum is in a small town of Capitan, New Mexico.
TravelerMust see recreational site with 2 trails, 11 picnic areas with shelters and grills, and really clean restrooms located south of Carrizozo, NM, and north of Tularosa, NM. Quick day trip after White Sands National Monument, Alamogordo, NM.
Open daily from 8 am to 5 pm. Fee area. Only $5 for day use but cash or check only. National Park Passes such as America the Beautiful, Golden Age, Active Military are free day use and half off dry camping/RV hookup. No camping yet.
Three Rivers Trading Post located 4 miles from site can make change. Park Hosts on site are very friendly and helpful but cannot make change.
Free Trail maps are available at Display Board next to fee drop box. The trail map explains petroglyphs at 11 stations. Covered rest area with scenic views of Sacramento and Godfey Mountains located after station 11.
Dogs and other pets must be leashed in campground (no camping in the 11 sites and 2 RV sites since March 2020 due to Covid). No dogs on trails allowed.
Main petroglyph trail is moderate, not easy, as steep in some parts. Be careful to stay on trail due to sharp thorns from mesquite and the possibility of rattlesnakes. Bring lots of water as this is Chihuahuan Desert. Hiking boots recommended.
Village trailhead begins in the campground and continues across the road from the entrance sign. This easy flat 1/4 mile loop showcases 3 reconstructed Jornada Mogollon pit homes.
Camping not open. When open, the 2 RV sites have electricity and water. No dump station. Closest dump station is BLM Valley of Fires, Carrizozo, NM. When open, 11 dry campsites with upright grills and garbage cans. Five of the 11dry sites have clean elevated tent boxes. Water spigot located by Village trailhead. Don' wash dishes in the bathrooms. 14 day limit for both RV and dry camping. First come, first serve.
When open, RV hook up is $18 a day, and dry camping is $7 a day.
This is a great day trip. Most people take an hour on the main trail and then picnic.
ScoutStayed here recently and honestly loved how peaceful and quiet this RV park is. The sites are spacious with beautiful open New Mexico views, and check-in was simple and stress-free. It’s a perfect place if you want a calm, safe stop away from busy highways but still close enough to town for essentials. The atmosphere feels relaxed and welcoming, especially at night when the sky is full of stars. I would definitely stop here again for a comfortable and easy RV stay.
GuideThe pictures I saw didn’t do this park justice. That’s a switch. Yeah, the RV spots are gravel. But it’s southern New Mexico. There is an actual spring here. The trees around it have a couple of Great Horned owls who have come out nightly. But it’s the New Mexico sunsets and stars that make this such a nice place. Good price for full hook ups, and John our host is a really nice guy
ScoutI was looking to get away from the heat in Albuquerque and maybe even do a little fishing. I picked a site next to the upper river (Rio Bonito). The water was clear and moving, but no sign of any fish. The river is more of a creek (expected for New Mexico), but still pretty. It was barely visible from my camp, but just a short hike away. No ATT or Verizon cell service at my site, but I did find a weak signal up near the office. The wifi was a struggle. It was barely adequate the first day, but absolutely miserable the second day. I could easily connect to their router, but constantly got an error of “no internet service” and had to log off and on several times. I had limited shade at my site, but thankfully the AC kept the trailer cool enough, as it was nearly 90 degrees outside. The hosts were very nice and the park is kept pretty clean. No tents allowed, though.
GuideBeautiful drive on Highway 82 west towards Cloudcroft. Stop at the roadside petting zoo!
Apache appeared to be the only campground of the three open in late September. Super nice hosts and well maintained - there were even trash cans and hand sanitizer in the restroom which was a nice touch.
The sites were relatively far apart and backed up into a nice wooded area.
Hardly anyone else there on a weeknight in September.
Strange animal noises at night!
Camping around Tularosa, New Mexico offers diverse options for pet owners across dramatic elevation changes. The region sits at the junction of the Tularosa Basin and Sacramento Mountains, where temperatures can vary by 20°F between lower desert locations and mountain campsites. Winter nights drop below freezing in mountain areas while maintaining mild conditions at lower elevations, making this region accessible for pet-friendly camping year-round.
Hike ancient petroglyphs with pets: Three Rivers Petroglyph Site permits leashed pets in campground areas though not on the trails. "Pets are allowed in the campground (on leash), but are not allowed on the trails," explains Mark M., who found the campground "clean spacious safe at major petroglyph site."
Explore mountain forests: Forest Road 568 provides cooler temperatures and forest trails where dogs can enjoy natural surroundings. "We also found a lot of bones from dead animals which was pretty cool," notes Cameron M., who stayed 12 days. "Huge forest with lots of exploring to do. We got a nice little private spot under a huge tree."
Watch wildlife with furry friends: Dog Canyon offers opportunities to spot desert wildlife alongside your pets. "We enjoyed seeing all the rock trails that have been created from previous visitors," writes Courtney M., who found the location "clean, quiet and beautiful" for their first boondocking experience near White Sands.
Escape summer heat: Higher elevation sites provide relief from intense desert temperatures. "Forest Road 568 provides free dispersed camping options near Cloudcroft in Lincoln National Forest, these primitive sites offer cooler temperatures during summer months," explains Mitchell M., who found the area "about 5 min drive to main road and 8 minutes to Cloudcroft."
Private camping spots: Boot Hill RV Resort offers dedicated pet areas that campers appreciate. "Dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park (although gravel). Full Hookups... Location great for White Sands National Park, Cloudcroft, NM (Brewery up there at 9000 ft) and Las Cruces, NM," shares Jody J., who stayed in a "pull through, level spot."
Clean facilities: Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground maintains well-kept amenities pet owners value. "Probably the nicest state camp group designed with full RV sites I've seen," writes Tiffany B., who found it "really beautifully landscaped. Our site backed up right to the mountains. Gorgeous at dusk/dawn."
Weather considerations: The area experiences seasonal challenges for pets. "March is 'Windy season'. We got caught on the first day of it I think! Big gusty winds at night for us," warns Nicholas at Alamogordo / White Sands KOA, adding "the drive there can get dangerous and could possibly expect a bumpy night in a camper there!"
Site spacing varies greatly: Some campgrounds offer privacy while others place campers close together. At Edgington RV Park, Kristen M. notes, "Sites go opposite directions and are snug - so you'll be close to your drivers side neighbors and have a shared space with your door side neighbors if you go for a with sewer pull through."
Pet restrictions differ: Not all trails and parks allow pets. At Three Rivers Petroglyph Site, John M. specifies "Dogs are only allowed in the campground area, and must be on a 6-foot or shorter leash if outside the vehicle."
Budget-friendly options: Lower Karr Canyon Campground offers rustic sites perfect for families seeking affordable adventures. "The campsite itself is rustic, no amenities other than the pit toilet which is just fine," shares Jorge G., adding "It's a very secluded experience despite being so close to Cloudcroft/Alamogordo."
Pet-friendly activities: Mountain Meadows RV Park provides amenities that benefit both children and pets. "This campsite was awesome! It's only a 30-minute drive to White Sands National Park and Cloudcroft. They even provide sleds and wax for free to use at White Sands," reports Tijana & Andrew C., noting "There's an arroyo behind the RV park to explore."
Safety considerations: Some remote areas require extra vigilance with pets and children. At Dog Canyon, Luke G. cautions about unexpected late-night visitors: "At 1am as I was sleeping in my car, a UTV pulled up behind my vehicle and started flashing their lights."
Water pressure awareness: Alamogordo / White Sands KOA has strong water pressure that requires equipment. "Water pressure is really high at around 155 psi. So definitely bring a regulator," advises Christian M., who still "loved this KOA" despite this caution.
Road conditions for larger rigs: Forest Road 568 has limitations for bigger vehicles. "We should have just stayed in the first location we found though. We went to the end of the road to find out that there was no way to turn our 29 ft trailer," warns Violeta A., who "had to go in reverse about 1/4 mile to find a place to turn around."
Overnight noise concerns: Train sounds affect some pet-friendly campgrounds. Nick H. noted at Alamogordo / White Sands KOA: "The only reason not 5 stars was overnight/early morning noise. Train tracks not far away and one night I heard it at least 5 different times. 6:45a trash pickup on Tues mornings FYI."
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