Best Tent Camping near Whites City, NM

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Best Tent Sites Near Whites City, New Mexico (8)

    Camper-submitted photo at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park near Whites City, NM
    Camper-submitted photo at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park near Whites City, NM
    Camper-submitted photo at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park near Whites City, NM
    Camper-submitted photo at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park near Whites City, NM
    Camper-submitted photo at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park near Whites City, NM
    Camper-submitted photo at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park near Whites City, NM

    1. Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park

    5 Reviews
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    94 Saves
    Whites City, New Mexico

    High ancient sea ledges, deep rocky canyons, flowering cactus and desert wildlife - treasures above the ground in the Chihuahuan Desert. Hidden beneath the surface are more than 119 caves - formed when sulfuric acid dissolved limestone leaving behind caverns of all sizes.

    Carlsbad Caverns National Park offers no overnight lodging or campgrounds. Primitive camping is allowed in the backcountry only and requires a free permit which is issued at the park's visitor center when you arrive (not reservable in advance). Overnight RV parking is not permitted in the park. Seven miles (11 km) from the visitor center you will find a campground (RV/tent/cabin) and amenities in White's City.

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    Peter's photo of tent camping at Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX

    2. Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    9 Reviews
    39 Photos
    72 Saves
    Salt Flat, Texas

    The campground is located on the Guadalupe Peak trail, 3.1 miles from the Pine Springs trailhead, and 1 mile below the Peak. The campground is on a small knoll and only minimally protected from high winds. Makeshift windbreaks and rocks left behind on tent pads are a reminder to others to prepare for wind. Five campsites are available; a backcountry permit is required for use.

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    Camper-submitted photo at Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX

    3. Tejas Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    8 Reviews
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    2 Saves
    Salt Flat, Texas

    A backcountry use permit is required for all use of these campsites. The extra distance to the Tejas Wilderness Campground is worth the time for those who wish to stay in a more densely forested surrounding. The tall trees provide deep shade in the morning and late afternoon and protection from high winds aloft. Centrally located, the Tejas campground is 5.5 miles from Pine Springs trailhead or 6.2 miles from Dog Canyon.ADA Access: The Tejas Campground is a primitive camping area accessible only by foot trail.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX

    4. Mescalero Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    5 Reviews
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    Salt Flat, Texas

    The extra distance to the Tejas Wilderness Campground is worth the time for those who wish to stay in a more densely forested surrounding. The tall trees provide deep shade in the morning and late afternoon and protection from high winds aloft. Centrally located, the Tejas campground is 5.5 miles from Pine Springs trailhead or 6.2 miles from Dog Canyon.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX

    5. Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    3 Reviews
    8 Photos
    7 Saves
    Salt Flat, Texas

    The extra distance to the Tejas Wilderness Campground is worth the time for those who wish to stay in a more densely forested surrounding. The tall trees provide deep shade in the morning and late afternoon and protection from high winds aloft. Centrally located, the Tejas campground is 5.5 miles from Pine Springs trailhead or 6.2 miles from Dog Canyon.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX

    6. Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    1 Review
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    Salt Flat, Texas

    A backcountry use permit is required for all use of these campsites. The extra distance to the Tejas Wilderness Campground is worth the time for those who wish to stay in a more densely forested surrounding. The tall trees provide deep shade in the morning and late afternoon and protection from high winds aloft. Centrally located, the Tejas campground is 5.5 miles from Pine Springs trailhead or 6.2 miles from Dog Canyon.ADA Access: The Tejas Campground is a primitive camping area accessible only by foot trail.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Salt Flat, TX

    7. Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    1 Review
    16 Photos
    7 Saves
    Salt Flat, Texas

    The extra distance to the Tejas Wilderness Campground is worth the time for those who wish to stay in a more densely forested surrounding. The tall trees provide deep shade in the morning and late afternoon and protection from high winds aloft. Centrally located, the Tejas campground is 5.5 miles from Pine Springs trailhead or 6.2 miles from Dog Canyon.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Wilderness Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park near Guadalupe Mountains National Park, TX

    8. Wilderness Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

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    Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas

    A Wilderness Use Permit is required for all use of these campsites. An interesting hike along the Permian Reef Trail meanders up 2,000 feet to Wilderness Ridge where the sudden transition from rock to trees is refreshing. Once on top, the trail is level through forested and open areas and takes you to the edge of the escarpment where the view is outstanding. Wilderness Ridge Campground is in the trees, and worth the extra distance to save the resource from unnecessary damage.

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    $6 - $48 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews near Whites City, New Mexico

295 Reviews of 8 Whites City Campgrounds


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    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    May. 28, 2019

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Peaceful at the base of the mountains

    The tent camping sites are all private making it a very peaceful experience! The views are beautiful with access to several hiking trails. There are vault toilets at the tent sites with flush toilets at the rv lot. There are no other facilities but if you are looking for remote primitive camping this is a great option!

  • Jacob D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Feb. 16, 2018

    Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Great hidden gem

    Visiting Guadalupe national park was very surprising, after finding out that no reservations are required to camp I was a little worried that the location was going to packed but going in the middle of February it was just right. The tent camping side has a total of 19 tent sites which have benches as well as a prepared area for your tent which was nice the site had a bathroom nearby and trash cans very close to every site. The rv side had multiple spots for rvs (didn't count the spaces) but outside of the parking lot were flush toilets and a dish washing station, the trail heads were right by the parking lot so very convenient.

    The trail the main trail guadalupe peak was breath taking (literally) the climb up takes about a 2 and half hours but the view up top is amazing! My only complaint of this place is that the amount of trails is lacking (only about 5) and after a day or two your pretty much done but if your in the are the hike up top is unbeatable.

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  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground
    Feb. 12, 2025

    Pine Springs Campground

    RV PARK

    GUMO has tent camping with more typical sites. Water and pits toilets. RV camping sites are in a medium sized parking lot. Sites 21-25 have picnic tables. No fires

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Carlsbad RV Park & Campground
    Jun. 11, 2018

    Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

    Closest Carlsbad Campground to the Caverns

    Let's start with the fact that there are few actually camping areas close to Carlsbad Caverns or Guadalupe National Park. Assuming travelers are coming to Carlsbad to see these great places, the location becomes a major player. Fine print: there is a small campground (absolutely no amenity campground) in Guadalupe National Park which is first-come, first-serve (aka: full), and there a campground in White's City--although having driven past it, I don't think I want to stay there.

    Carlsbad RV Park is primarily an RV Park. In fact, while we were there, they were bulldozing their only tent sites and I'm not sure if they are upgrading them or replacing them with more RV sites. So the "tent" site status is tentative. As with most RV Parks, the RVs are crammed in, side by side, and really the place is like an RV parking lot with amenities and hook-ups--but they do appear to be mostly pull through and the staff will show the way to go to pull through without hiccups. These are not spacious by any means. We stayed in one of two cabins, which were very reasonably priced, esp. when comparing to Carlsbad KOA. They even came with a cable and a fridge.

    The RV Park (like all of the RV Parks in Carlsbad) has overall become a residence for the oil field workers, so be prepared to try and sleep through the 4 a.m. traffic rush out of camp to oil field. However, the neighbors are pleasant and quiet to have, even if they must drive away before the roosters announce the coming of the sun.

    The park has gated access and we felt very safe during our stay. There is a playground that was being bulldozed with the tent site; I am unsure if it is being upgraded or eliminated. There is a camp store, a pool, a game room, showers (which were ok), laundry, a dishwashing sink, picnic tables at the cabins, and universal fire pit. Please note that I am inherently biased against parking lot style RV parks--so 2 stars from me for an RV Park is quite a compliment.

    Carlsbad RV Park and Carlsbad KOA direct comparison: we have stayed at both the Carlsbad KOA and the Carlsbad RV Park. The KOA is NOT actually in Carlsbad, and is over an hour away from Carlsbad Caverns and 30 minutes from town. On the other hand, the RV Park is at the southern end of town and only 30 minutes to the Caverns. While the KOA lots are more spacious, they offer no more and no fewer amenities than the RV Park…well the KOA sort-of offers meals but the RV Park is right in town, so delivery is an option. The basic, no frill KOA cabins cost double the RV Park charges. Additionally, the KOA staff was not as friendly or as helpful as the RV Park staff, imho.

    While in Carlsbad check out Fiesta Drive-In for one of America's few remaining drive-in movie theaters.

  • Nancy B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunset Reef Campground
    Nov. 14, 2021

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Small

    Small with 5 RV sites and a few tent sites. Each RV site has a picnic table and a cover. Filled up quick. Quiet except a little road noise.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Carlsbad KOA
    Jun. 6, 2019

    Carlsbad KOA

    It worked out for us

    Arrived here, after 6PM, on a last minute reservation Severe thunderstorms in area Check In was smooth and friendly. Staff advised us game room would remain open all night, In case tenters wanted to have a dry place Ownwer offered us A Deluxe Cabin for $12.00 more We took the offer due to the weather Yea! Cabin was cleanand well stocked, complete with porch swing. One downer Bed needs to be replaced unless rolling to the middle is fun for you . Tent sites are close together with little shade Showers and toilets are great A little less than an hour to Carlsbad Caverns. Bring groceries with you, as the campground store has a limited stock of necessities. $38.00 per night for a tent site with no utilities.

  • Mary C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Jun. 21, 2021

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Pine Springs June 2021

    The tent sites are clustered together near the vault toilet (smelly) and they are all walk in sites. Only tents are allowed in this area. The RV parking lot is by flush toilets and sink area. No tents are allowed. The flies were terrible! It is really hot right now and shade is limited.

  • Sam W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Parks Ranch Campground
    May. 12, 2023

    Parks Ranch Campground

    Perfect Overnight Stop For Dispersed Camping

    Stayed here nights 1 and 2 of a road trip and had zero problems with the site. Tent camped both nights and made it pretty far back in 2WD Ford Fusion with low clearance so if you're just looking for a great spot to post up for Guadalupe Mountains National Park or Carlsbad Caverns National Park, this is it.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Feb. 14, 2024

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Nice Spot at the base of the giants

    This is a great campground if you have an RV, or are car camping. There isn't much privacy, and very little cell signal (Verizon). Other carriers reported better on Recreation.gov. Great for one night, but if I was to stay here longer, I'd prefer the tent sites.

  • Frankie
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunset Reef Campground
    Nov. 28, 2021

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Great place, no size restrictions but limited spots.

    The place is amazing. Awesome views.

    The sign says only camping in designated spots, so no side camps.

    There's 6 RV spots and 6 tent sites.

    The road getting in is really rough. I did fine with my 32ft fifth wheel. I came in at 8mph. It's rough with embedded rocks.

  • muj V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunset Reef Campground
    Nov. 1, 2021

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Awesome level site with amenities

    We got here as the bins were being emptied. Very well maintained. Each spot has a shaded picnic table and grill. Limited spots though, 6 RV sites and 6 tent sites. We got the last spot when we got here, so it can be full even on a weekday. RV sites are all pull-through.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground
    Apr. 30, 2019

    Pine Springs Campground

    Absolutely stunning !

    We camped at tent site 12. We had stunning views with some shade. The National Park staff was very informative and interactive they patrol the area frequently. They have the cleanest chemical toilets I have ever seen. Trails are beautiful and well marked. I absolutely would recommend this park to any and everyone.

  • David R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Feb. 6, 2023

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Very peaceful - stunning scenery

    As other reviewers have noted, the RV sites are basically a parking lot. I was able to get one on the outskirts so I had stunning views. The tent sites appear to be spaced nicely. All sites require reservations. The visitor center and trailhead rangers were very friendly and helpful. This is very wild Texas.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Nov. 16, 2022

    Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Remote campground

    General: small campground (four “RV” sites and nine tent sites (plus one group tent site). Access is remote (only one 60-mile paved option and one 30-mile dirt road alternative) so you need to make sure you have filled up with gas in Carlsbad as there are no services within many miles of the campground. No cell reception at all (not unexpected). Be aware that the park is on mountain time but close enough to the central time zone border that your smartphone/watch may not display the correct time!

    Site Quality: The “RV” sites are just a gravel parking lot. Each site has a picnic table and while the sites are spaced a decent amount of distance apart, there is no physical separation between the sites. No hookups. The tent sites are walk-in. 

    Bathhouse: We were expecting a pit toilet in such a remote location but there is one men’s and one women’s bathroom with a flush toilet and sink. They were very clean. Soap dispensers but no paper towels. Although there was no hot water, the restrooms were heated, which was a nice bonus. 

    Activities: There is a .6-mile nature trail and several more challenging hiking trails. There was a horse corral behind the RV sites, but we did not see any horses while there. About 25 miles away is Sitting Bull Falls, a spring-fed waterfall that is a nice side trip. 

    We camped here because we were not able to get reservations in the other more popular campground in Guadalupe Mountains NP. Access between the two sides of the park is long (about 60 miles) so while this was a nice, comfortable campground, it is not easy to get to.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Feb. 21, 2023

    Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Disappointed not a great place for rv

    We first pulled up to the main campground and ranger station. The bathrooms were very dirty and not well kept. The campground for rv’s was just a parking lot. I held out hope for this campground and after a 2hr drive it was another parking lot for rv’s. Right next to each other. Luckily after the first night everyone else left and we were there all by ourselves until that night. Tent camping looked nicer.

  • Elliott B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Pine Springs Campground

    Like that tents and RVs are seperate

    Decent level sites for the tents off one loop with the RV off to another loop (i like that you're not surrounded by an RV when in your tent). The tent sites are much nicer than the parking lot for the RVs. Sites are decently spaced out with your normal table and fire ring, you then also have nice clean restrooms and potable water. You're right up against the Guadalupe Mountains which are a wonderful sight.

  • Johnathan C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Jan. 8, 2021

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Not bad for RVs, tent sites looked nice

    Late December

    Stayed 1 night in camper van. Tent sites were full so stayed in RV parking lot. Sites were painted lines on the concrete but big enough to have some space to yourself if you park correctly. Had a couple more secluded sites tucked in the corner. Free water pump, no electric. Bathrooms and dish station conveniently located. Trailheads in parking lot. Great location and $15. Would stay again

  • Amy B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunset Reef Campground
    Jun. 11, 2022

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Hidden campground

    The campground currently does not have any signage but if you turn down the road for the cottonwood day use area and make a right on the dirt road, you will find it. Each tent site has a covered table on a cement slab, charcoal grill, and fire ring. There are also pull through spaces for RVs. There is a bathroom that was clean except for all of the flies from the toilet seat and door being left open. A great space in the middle of the desert!

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Jun. 11, 2016

    Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Amazing Elevation for Texas

    I stayed at the Pine Spring campground before hiking to Guadalupe Peak over Thanksgiving weekend. I got one of the last campsites so be sure to arrive early as they are first come, first serve. The campground is great and there is sufficient spacing between tent sites to allow you to have some privacy. There are minimal facilities but there are water spigots near the road and composting toilets. There is a bathroom with flush toilets near the RV parking including an area where you can wash your dishes. I highly recommend visiting the park and the hike to Guadalupe Peak is a must!

  • Susan L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Sep. 18, 2021

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Excellent trail head boon docking

    This National Park is a gem for its rugged beauty and isolation. The “campground” is a paved parking lot conveniently located at the head of several trails in the park. The parking lot can accommodate cars up to larger RV’s in the pull through spots. There are envelopes located in 2 different locations. The kiosk by the restrooms are for the campground and the kiosk by the trail head are for the trail. You have to pay for access to the trails, but if you pay for camping, then you’re good. When I camped here there was a park ranger on site. There are also tent camp sights adjacent to the parking lot campground. Quiet camping under beautiful starry skies with awesome hiking!

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunset Reef Campground
    Jan. 27, 2023

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Crowded Spot Near the National Parks

    Only 20 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns NP and about 30 minutes from Carlsbad NM! Slaughter canyon trail is 20 minutes down the same road the campsite is on. This is a great spot off the highway. You can hear some noise throughout the night. Also, it can be noisy if neighbors are loud.

    The area is a fenced-in level gravel lot with pit toilets, trash, picnic table sites, and tent sites. Each site has a grill and campfire area with a covered picnic table. Sites fill up quickly, but there are plenty of spots to park next to the fence. Easy to get here with any kind of camper (RV, trailer, ect). Views are great, and the area is maintained well.

    The campground allows five consecutive nights of camping. Verizon service was good!

  • Laura F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    Sep. 27, 2021

    Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    Yes it's a parking lot but you're surrounded by mountains!

    Just like others have said, the RV camping is a parking lot. But when we were there in mid September, there only maybe 6 or 7 "RVs" camping. Most of the traffic was people parking for the trail head. Speaking of trails, the hiking from this campground is spectacular! Guadalupe peak was the trail everyone came to do, but there are multiple others that are just as beautiful. On those trails we were the only people our hiking. There is a nice restroom facility and potable water. You cannot hook your RV up to the water pump so bring a large jug to help fill up your water tank if needed. There is also a water bottle filler in the restroom building. The tent camping area is nice, with defined sites, not a parking lot 😉 You can run your generator until 8pm, although not many did. It cools down in the evening in mid September which was good for sleeping. There is no dump station. The views from the campground are great and the sunrise and sunset light is phenomenal.

  • d
    Camper-submitted photo from Carlsbad RV Park & Campground
    Jun. 27, 2022

    Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

    In town RV spot

    This RV spot is right in town on the Main Street. It is gated, has friendly staff, two cabins, tent spaces, a store, super clean and nice bathrooms/showers, laundry facility and pool.

    This is not typical wooded or beautiful camping, it’s a place to park your RV or tent and that is just about right. If you are making a quick stop over or heading to Carlsbad Caverns then what more do you need?

    We stayed in the cabin because we didn’t want to get all our camping stuff out for a quick overnight before we head to our destination (SW CO). It was only $15 more than tent camping so it made sense. It was also raining hard when we got here so we were double grateful. The cabins have a double bed and a bunk bed. It has a TV that we never turned on, a fridge, microwave and AC. The mattresses are like the ones you find at camp, wrapped in plastic but we just put our bedding and memory foam on top of it and it was just fine. I’d recommend it because it was just what we needed on our way and at a good price. Also the shower/ bathrooms are probably the nicest I’ve ever seen at a campground.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
    May. 4, 2024

    Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    RV Area - Nice Virw

    Dog Canyon RV area: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: 3.5 Price 2024: $ 10 winteragency pass Security: No Usage during visit: 50 to 100%, however there are more no shows than usually experienced elsewhere. Site Privacy: No Site Spacing: Close Pad surface: Gravel Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Quiet Outside Road Noise: This campground is the end of the road. Through Traffic in campground: Hiker parking area across from the RV sites Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. I didn’t notice the hand pump to the left of the trailhead the first couple days here. Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Flush toilets are a short walk, located in the tent camping area. There is also a heated bathroom at the visitor center which is a short distance further.
    Showers: No Pull Throughs: All 4 sites are back in Cell Service (AT&T): No bars. There is WiFi at the visitor center. We were able to periodically pick up WiFi at our campsite, RV- D. Setting: Surrounded by ridges. Recent Weather: Very windy and cold nights.
    Solar: Excellent.
    Insects: None Host: Not filled.
    Rig Size: i cannot imagine that these sites will accommodate rigs over 25’. Sites: RV-A, and RV-D are on the ends. These are the best sites. RV-A door faces horse trailer parking area. No horse there trailers during our stay. RV- D is the best site if you can park your RV nose first. This makes sitting area more private . In RV- D and RV-A sites the occupant can spread out more.


Guide to Whites City

Tent camping near Whites City, New Mexico, offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes surrounding Carlsbad Caverns National Park. With a variety of well-reviewed options, campers can enjoy the beauty of nature while exploring the great outdoors.

Tent campers should check out Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping

  • Experience a beautiful hike-in, hike-out camping experience at Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping, where several cleared spots are available for use.
  • This site requires a free permit, allowing you to camp anywhere off the trail, giving you the freedom to choose your perfect spot.
  • The terrain is rocky and sandy, providing a true sense of adventure away from standard campgrounds.

Local activities for outdoor enthusiasts

  • Hike the Rattlesnake Canyon Trail, which offers a chance to explore the stunning desert landscape and enjoy breathtaking views.
  • Visit the nearby Carlsbad Caverns, where you can experience the incredible underground formations and unique wildlife.
  • Enjoy a peaceful night under the stars, as this area is known for its low light pollution and serene atmosphere.

Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $15

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Whites City, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Whites City, NM is Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park with a 4.6-star rating from 5 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find tent camping near Whites City, NM?

    TheDyrt.com has all 8 tent camping locations near Whites City, NM, with real photos and reviews from campers.