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"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)."
"I've been on a nationwide roadtrip for a few months that now and I have tent camped alone in many sites from Florida to Arkansas to, now, New Mexico."
"This was close enough to Town to grab supplies and only 40 minutes from White Sands. Each spot was clearly marked along the fences and easy to drive our Skoolie to. Great views."
"It’s a great area just outside of las cruces and about 40 minutes from White Sands!"
"We stayed close by at Sierra View for a night and then tried this spot out and really enjoyed it! A bit more space and privacy here and the mountains are just gorgeous."
"Heard coyote’s howling pretty nearby around 1:30am, and in the area again at 3am-ish."
"About 1 hour from White Sands."
"and the dog park, which our pup loved.
Wi-Fi worked great(even for Zoom calls), and the pool was a perfect bonus for our warm afternoon."
"We stopped here on our way from las cruces to white sands. It’s very popular pullout spot for good reason- awesome views of the Organ Mountains!"
"There is a sign asking campers to not block the entrance and parking spots for hikers. Views of Las Cruces and the surrounding mountains is amazing. Very quiet and dark all night."
"The best sites are furthest from The entrance"
"There are even more dispersed spots if you go past the initial entrance. It's beautiful and clean which let's me know people take care to pack in and pack out. Which I greatly appreciated."
$36 - $64 / night
"Located in Las Cruces New Mexico, Hacienda RV resort is conveniently situated right off of interstate 10."
"Handicap walk in showers which is a big plus. Dog Park which is another big plus. Very friendly and would stay here again. Full hookups at varying prices. Backin with military discount was $40"
"Able to get our 39’ toy hauler into this location without any issues."
$10 - $15 / night
"So the road in is at the 151 Mesquite Exit off IH 10. First 2 miles were blacktop, then 2 miles of 2.5 vehicle wide gravel road then 2 miles of single vehicle gravel road."
"Lots of side by sides rip ridin around"
GuideGood spot to camp near white sands. Very busy- but most people seem to stick to the large lot near the entrance. If you follow the road around to the west side of the lake there are additional spots that are a bit more secluded.
The Air Force does regular flyovers throughout the day on weekdays. Very loud.
GuideMany great spots available and easily accessible by low clearance vehicles (we have a camper class B van). Very close (less than a mile?) to the state park, and about 30 minutes from white sands NM. Very quiet. Cell signal. Dog friendly.
GuideSuper easy to find. Empty when we arrived around 7 PM. Clean and never had any visitors. Great location from White Sands NP.
ScoutLittle more than 3 miles from White Sands Natl. Park easily found rough road. Quite, didn't find to m8ch trash
LegendIn 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.
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ScoutWell managed KOA and short driving distance from White Sands National Park and Lincoln National Forest. This KOA is in the city so there is some traffic noise and there is a train that passes through at night. They have sleds to borrow for White Sands which saves you the hassle and cost of getting a sled at the White Sands park. Wifi was unreliable, but cellular internet worked fine on our phones.
Ranger30 minutes from White Sands, quiet and well maintained. Book ahead of time to reserve covered picnic table sites especially if going during the summer.
GuideThis was close enough to Town to grab supplies and only 40 minutes from White Sands. Each spot was clearly marked along the fences and easy to drive our Skoolie to. Great views.
TravelerA big parking area For RV r's looking for a place to spend the night. No facilities at all. 3 miles from white sands National Park.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near White Sands, NM is Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 54 reviews.
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