Best Tent Camping near Winston, NM
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Best Tent Sites Near Winston, NM (17)
1. Black Canyon Campground - Lower
Mimbres, New Mexico4 Reviews•17 Photos•53 SavesThis is a beautiful remote camping area. Trail #94 begins at the rear of the campground.Located in a remote area of forest__approximately 30 miles from the Wilderness Ranger District office. This campground is accessible from FR 150, and driving approximately .5 miles from the road, across the stream. You will enter an area with a newer vault toilet__and a beautiful meadow next to the stream.Please be advised - the district recommends high-clearance 4x4 vehicles on FR 150.
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2. Railroad Canyon Campground
Mimbres, New Mexico6 Reviews•40 Photos•22 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- ADA Access
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3. Springtime Campground
Winston, New Mexico1 Review•4 Saves6 campsites with Adirondack shelters provide access to Apache Kid Wilderness and San Mateo Peak Lookout by hiking or horseback.
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4. Forks Campground
Hanover, New Mexico5 Reviews•9 Photos•80 SavesThis campground features beautiful cliffs along the West Fork of the__Gila River.This campground is a great place to stop__on the way to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument (15 miles north). Overnight camping is allowed in the upper portion of Forks; however, the lower portion of the Forks__Recreation Site__along the__West Fork of the Gila River is day use only.
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5. Rocky Canyon Campground
Mimbres, New Mexico2 Reviews•5 Photos•9 SavesThis is a fairly small campground and is popular with horse riders and hunters.
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6. Lower Scorpion Campground
Gila, New Mexico5 Reviews•6 Photos•36 SavesLower Scorpion Campground is a partially developed campground within walking distance of the West Fork of the Gila River. The campground is located less than one mile from the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument just off NM State Highway 15. Drinking water is available, tables and grills are provided at select sites. Vault toilets are available on site. Camping is free of charge and first-come, first-served.
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7. Kingston Campground
Hillsboro, New Mexico2 Reviews•2 Photos•9 SavesSmall campground located along the north side of New Mexico Highway 152, near mile marker 40, near Middle Percha Creek, on the eastern edge of the small town of Kingston, NM.
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8. Cibola National Forest Bear Trap Campground
Winston, New Mexico1 Review•3 Saves- Pets
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- Equestrian
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9. Lake Roberts
Hanover, New Mexico3 Reviews•8 Photos•76 SavesLake Roberts is located in the Wilderness Ranger District along NM 35.__It can be accessed via NM 35 or NM 15. NM 15 is__a narrow paved, winding road that may__not be suitable for trucks with trailers.
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10. Bear Trap Campground
Magdalena, New Mexico3 Reviews•6 Photos•89 Saves- Pets
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Recent Tent Reviews in Winston
198 Reviews of 17 Winston Campgrounds
Teresa T.
Legend
Desert Cove — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Desert Cove is actually a campground and also dispersed camping area
This is a very nicely spaced campground. Can't really see the water from here but the sites have water and electric. The bathroom was being worked on so not open during the visit and the water level is at like 5 % capacity but there are lots of places to walk and bike and camping here in the winter provides very livable temperatures.
- Teresa T.Legend
Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park
Flat spots with hook ups
This is a pretty normal lake campground. Not a lot of shade or privacy but picnic tables and covered outdoor spaces. There are bathrooms close by and they seem fine. Quiet during the off season and nice hiking trails.
- Teresa T.Legend
Stallion Campground — Caballo Lake State Park
These spots are great
If it were to stay here again, I'd stay in this campground as the layout is a lot nicer and more private. This campground is full and none of the others are right now. Nice walking trails and spots with some privacy and full hook ups.
- Teresa T.Legend
Percha Flats Camping Area - Caballo Reservoir — Caballo Lake State Park
This is a dispersed camping area
You can camp right up next to the lake if you want. This appeals to certain campers. No services and you are literally just parking. I'm not sure what the above review is on about, this would be just like camping near any other lake in NM.
- Teresa T.Legend
Riverside Campground — Caballo Lake State Park
Very nice
Caballo is kind of hidden between Percha and Elephant Butte but has lots of places to camp and is well maintained. This has a nice paved road leading to it, tons of spots where you can have privacy and trees. During the spring, it would keep you out of the wind.
- Teresa T.Legend
Percha Dam State Park Campground
Not as nice as in the past.
I stayed here in 2018 and the trees didn't look very good. They must have had to remove a lot of them and the spots are now in the sun. Very hot and dry most of the year and the river doesn't run most of the year either. Stickers everywhere and the trails are not well maintained.
- Teresa T.Legend
Lower Gallinas Campground
If it were open, would be great
As the photos show, I'm not sure this is open. Nice long and private spots if it were open.
- Teresa T.Legend
Upper Gallinas Campground
Strip along the road
This is the most exposed of the campgrounds to the road. Nice and close to get to a picnic table but I'd stay at one of the others before staying here.
- Teresa T.Legend
Railroad Canyon Campground
Nice campground
Of the handful of formal places to camp, this is very small but very nice. Trees, a decent hike on a maintained trail. Only a few spots to take but cute if you get one.
- Teresa T.Legend
Wrights Cabin
Not maintained
This is a picnic ground and you park on the road and walk up to. It is not maintained and I don't think the pit toilet is open
- Teresa T.Legend
Kingston Campground
Free place in a cute town
I walked through Kingstown and which is a friendly, adorable town. It is just up the road from their provided campground.
The campground is really just a couple of spots with a picnic table and not a destination but worthy of stopping if the mountains are cold.
- BBJ S.
Scout
Quail Run — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
EB St Pk is great, More sheltered area
I love the Elephant Butte State Park and have stayed around 4 times. February 2024 I spent a week there in my small travel trailer. It can be quite windy in Feb/Mar so before booking I called the park office ans asked which campground might be more wind sheltered. They suggested Quail Run so that is what I booked. It was more out of the wind and a very nice, less exposed area. /bear in mind, the excellent prices are ending for 2025 and will be considerably more. I plan to spend a few days there in Dec before the prices go up.
- SSusan B.Scout
Cielo Vista RV Park
Adequate
Ok RV PRk. No showers or rest rooms, Needs a serious upgrade. Owner is nice. Lots of permanent trailers. Goat heads are everywhere, along with lots if weeds.
Julie F.
Guide
South Monticello — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Beautiful and quiet.
Great campground. Good size spots with good distance between sites. Ramadas at each site provide precious shade. Lots of trash bins nearby. Long flat trail (bike/walk) starts at the campground. Note that is has a boat launch except there’s no more water in this area.
- Julie F.Guide
South Monticello — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Primitive site just outside state park campground
Great flat spot with great views. It’s inside the Elephant Butte lake state park, but seems to be a dispersed site. No one around. No amenities. There is a vault toilet maybe a half mile away. There are pay stations around. We had paid for a site on south Monticello campground but came here instead.
- TTodd S.Scout
Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping
Meadow Creek,NM
Road is a little rough but well worth it. No one camped near us. Was able to let the dogs roam without fear. Lots of wood in the area. A small creek along the road. Good hiking area. Will definitely go back.
Mike H.ScoutHillsboro RV Park
a gem
great rural campground. lake valley ghost town is worth the ride
Timothy N.Guide
Palomino Campground — Caballo Lake State Park
Great NM State Park
Very clean and well maintained. Staff were very friendly. No shade for the trailer, but the covered picnic table was good. Electric hookup worked. Water was off due to water system maintenance. We were able to fill up at the campground below the dam. Quiet at night, just some road noise from the highway. The lake is great with easy access for kayaking at the boat ramp. We would stay here again.
Shari G.LegendSouth Monticello — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Beautiful, Remote, & Inexpensive
Situated on the edge of a sprawling reservoir along the Rio Grande river, this park is the perfect place to enjoy the vast landscape of the area. The nearby town of Truth or Consequences, NM is small, but has all the services you might need for food, gas, supplies, or soaking in hot springs.
The campground is well spaced out, each spot has a picnic table with shade/rain structure (I’ll let you guess which purpose gets more use) and nearly all have electricity and water. That means NO generators! The bath house is clean and offers flush toilets, running sinks and warm showers. All sites are reservation only, but you can do that when you get there as there is plenty of LTE cell service. We've never seen this place crowded in the winter months. For what you get at this campground, it’s a bargain at twice the price.
The campground is ideal for solar power, as is the New Mexico weather. We also had no problem connecting with Starlink. Hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing and all other sorts of desert recreation is available right from the campground. Definitely worth the visit!
- LLuis R.Scout
Percha Dam State Park Campground
Great area with shaded areas
Stayed in the open area not at a site . Area I parked had a big area with shaded trees, very quite at night and had no issues with neighbors
Brian and Janet S.Guide
Caballo Lake State Park Campground
Beautiful place
When I called about availability we were told there were a lot of dry spots available. Works for us! When we got there the person at gate had no idea where the campgrounds were and would not let us check out sites without paying for day use. The campground had water shutoff on Memorial Day weekend. No bathrooms or showers.
Management aside, this place is gorgeous. We dry camped by lake right under mountains. Would not pay for campground with no water but for $10 to dry camp by the water, love it.
Great T-Mobile service. Easy to access.
Crista G.
Traveler
Iron Creek Campground
Lovely quiet free spot
Clean, quiet campground not far from Emory pass. Pit toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. Only a handful of people there on Friday night
Johnny W.ScoutTruth or Consequences Camp on Rio Grande
Free riverside camping
Free camping (14 days) on the riverside! Amazing. Perfect for van life. Space for big rigs too but only a couple big turnaround spots so just be strategic about it.
Lucy P.
RangerSouth Monticello — Elephant Butte Lake State Park
Great place to stay
Beautiful scenery, clean facilities. Sites in the main campground are kinda close together, but dispersed camping has better views and plenty of space. Good Verizon service, hot showers.
- Ashlee G.Guide
Hot Springs Glamp Camp
Amazing glamping stay!
Highly recommend this gem. It’s tucked away and such a cozy and slow place to stay. We stayed in a campsite for 5 nights. Highly recommend more than one day so you can enjoy the springs and the town! It has lovely clean hot spring tubs that are open 24/7. It’s an intimate camp so we rarely had to wait for a tub. Also has clean bathrooms and showers and a grill. 2 blocks away from Main Street and 2 blocks from the Rio grande. Great host and great service too.
Jorge G.Guide
Celebration Well Dispersed Camping
Low-key dispersed sites
A handful of sites located on the other side of Skates Canyon from Sapillo Campground. Close to great hiking around the CDT and fishing in Lake Roberts. Most of the sites sit on the shades of ponderosa and there's plenty of space for group camping.
This is as bare as it gets. No services, no cell signal, no trash disposal, not even a pit toilet. Some sites have rock rings for campfires but that's about it. Please recreate responsibly and leave no trace. Pack out whatever you pack in.
Quiet during the winter, but gets busy during the summer as evidenced by how well worn the dirt paths around the area are.
- Jorge G.Guide
Sapillo Dispersed Camping Area
Near Great Hiking, no fees
Sapillo Creek lies straddling the original branch of the CDT. This is a free, national forest dispersed campsite with a couple pit toilets and very few other amenities, no cell signal either. Easily accessible from NM-35 and near a couple of general stores in Lake Roberts (10 minute drive north) and Mimbres (15 minute drive south).
Popular with the local crowd during peak camping/ATV season, so be mindful that there might be some related noise during the summer; but generally sees little use during winter and the shoulder seasons.
Guide to Winston
Nestled in the scenic landscapes of New Mexico, Winston offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for adventure and tranquility.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Enjoy hiking and breathtaking views at the Springtime Campground, where trails lead to stunning vistas.
- Experience the serenity of nature while fishing or birdwatching at Black Canyon Campground - Lower, known for its peaceful surroundings and wildlife.
- Explore the Gila National Forest from Forks Campground, which provides access to numerous trails and a beautiful river.
Discover local attractions
- Visit the historic Gila Cliff Dwellings, just a short drive from Lower Scorpion Campground, where you can immerse yourself in Native American history.
- Take a scenic drive to Lake Roberts, perfect for a day of fishing or simply enjoying the picturesque views.
- Experience the unique landscapes of the Gila National Forest while camping at Gallinas - Lower, surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife.
Campground amenities for a comfortable stay
- Enjoy the convenience of picnic tables and fire pits at Cibola National Forest Bear Trap Campground, ideal for family gatherings and evening campfires.
- Stay connected with nature while camping at Railroad Canyon Campground, which features large trees and flat camping spots near a creek.
- Experience a well-maintained environment at Rocky Canyon Campground, where you can enjoy the tranquility of the mountains and the sound of a nearby stream.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Winston, NM is Black Canyon Campground - Lower with a 4.5-star rating from 4 reviews.
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