Saddle Campground, near Cloudcroft, New Mexico, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the heat and enjoy some fresh mountain air. With its spacious, level campsites surrounded by big trees, it’s a beautiful place to set up camp and unwind.

This campground is known for its peaceful atmosphere and clean facilities, including well-maintained vault toilets. Campers rave about the stunning views and the nearby hiking trails, with one visitor noting, “The hikes in the area are legit.” Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, you’ll find a welcoming environment that encourages relaxation and exploration.

For outdoor lovers, the area offers a variety of trails, including the easy OSHA trail with great views. Many visitors appreciate the first-come, first-served nature of the sites, suggesting that arriving early, especially on Thursdays, can help you snag the best spots. With no electric hookups but plenty of firewood available for sale, you can enjoy cozy campfires under the stars.

If you’re looking for a quiet getaway with access to nature, Saddle Campground is a solid choice. It’s a place where you can kick back, enjoy the scenery, and make some great memories.

Saddle Campground offers 16 single units for tents or RV's. Mixed conifer/aspen forest sites provide southern NM escape from summer heat on the desert floor Tables, fire rings, parking spurs, gray water sumps, toilets, showers, central garbage depository, plus interpretive trails. RVs are limited to a maximum of 30' in length. (Sacramento District Camping Brochure)

Saddle Campground

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Cloudcroft, NM has a lot to offer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Discover great camping spots near Cloudcroft, reviewed by campers like you.

Cloudcroft

The Best Camping Near Cloudcroft, New Mexico

Beautiful area near town. Site is quiet (minus the host's generator) and there is a nice, short trail surrounding the site. Clean toilets, fire wood available for sale by host, and plenty of flat, soft areas for tents. Really enjoyed our stay!

Fantastic site

Site is quiet and privateClean toilets. Really enjoyed our stay! amazing hiking!

Wonderful!

My husband and I wanted a cool getaway during the heat of Texas summer, and although Cloudcroft was 9.5-10 hours from home, it was worth it. Being from Colorado I was seeking the cool evenings, crisp air, pine tree smells and sounds. Plus some REAL hiking at altitude. We stayed at the Saddle Campground, which is one of maybe 4-5 campgrounds in the area. They are paved for trailers/campers, but no hookups or water. Just pit bathrooms, which was fine by us. There was dispersed camping on 568, which is a turn off 244. We chose this campground for the view but also because the hosts at the Pines campground were bizarre about rules...like when we went for a hike on the little Fir trail in the area, they got upset with us for walking through a campground. The hikes in the area are legit - we went over to Bailey canyon and saw maybe 2 people. We did a loop from 568 north and back down through Bailey canyon. There’s also the OSHA trail that’s mostly easy with great views of the trestle and White Sands in the distance. I can’t wait to go back!

Beautiful! Reminds me of Colorado

My favorite 

I stayed at this campground in April the weather was mostly in the mid 60s through the day and the high 30s at night. I enjoyed my stay, the area is very similar to the Homesteak camping area near Leadville Colorado. The campground is very clean and also the vault toilet's. I will definitely camp here again.😎

Very nice campground 

Big trees, level camp site and for the most part spaced out. Absolutely beautiful. First come first serve I would suggest arriving Thursday’s around lunch to snag your self a beautiful camp site. 

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