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Best Dispersed Camping near Dell City, TX

89 Reviews

Dispersed camping near Dell City, Texas is available primarily on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, with Chosa Campground serving as the main free camping area in the region. This large, open gravel lot is situated between Carlsbad Caverns National Park and Guadalupe Mountains National Park, approximately 20 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns. Mile 10 Dispersed Camping offers another primitive option in the same general area, while Wilderness Ridge Wilderness Campground provides hike-in tent camping opportunities within Guadalupe Mountains National Park.

Access to these primitive camping areas requires minimal navigation skills as most are located just off paved highways. Chosa Campground features a flat, graveled surface suitable for RVs, vans, and tent camping with no access restrictions for standard vehicles. The area lacks facilities such as water, restrooms, or hookups. No reservations are needed at these dispersed sites. Camping is permitted for free, though duration limits typically apply on BLM lands. The desert environment means campers should bring all necessary supplies, including sufficient water. Fire regulations vary seasonally due to the arid conditions.

These primitive sites provide excellent stargazing opportunities due to minimal light pollution. The location serves as a strategic base for exploring both Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks. Campers report varying levels of occupancy but note the spaciousness allows for privacy even when multiple vehicles are present. The landscape offers expansive views of the Guadalupe Mountains and desert terrain. "This is a great BLM spot. Flat parking lot like fenced in space. Plenty of room to spread out," notes one camper review. Another mentions, "The surrounding area is sparse and beautiful. Be careful of wildlife, though!" Cell phone reception is generally good, with several reviews mentioning reliable T-Mobile and Verizon service, making these sites suitable for remote workers needing connectivity.

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Dell City, Texas (3)

    1. Chosa Campground

    55 Reviews
    Carlsbad Caverns, NM
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 234-5972

    "Found this spacious location, was not very busy (only two other campers), spacious and quiet. Beautiful view of Carlsbad range. This is a BLM managed site with no utilities except trash bins."

    "Nice open spot right off the highway. Drive up the paved road and it’s on your left. Gravel has been laid down so it’s nice and firm for campers/RVs. Also has a garbage can there."

    2. Mile 10 - Dispersed Camping

    33 Reviews
    Whites City, NM
    47 miles
    Website

    "We pulled in close to midnight without an issue locating the fire rings to set up camp. We were camping in a truck bed tent and it was great."

    "Very easy to find right off the highway! There is no turn off if you are headed west. You'll have to make a Uturn about a mile up the highway."

    3. Wilderness Ridge Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

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    Guadalupe Mountains National Park, TX
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (915) 828-3251

    $6 - $48 / night

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89 Reviews of 3 Dell City Campgrounds

  • Rachel S.
    Apr. 6, 2024

    Mile 10 - Dispersed Camping

    Does the job

    Coming from Carlsbad the GPS may have you get off at Chosa Campground and there’s a dirt road connecting that to this site, but recommend you turn around to get back on the highway going north and then exit at this marker. Even camped right off the highway the noise didn’t bother us, but a few people continued down the roads going further away. Windy and hot until the sun went down!

  • Kenneth M.
    Oct. 14, 2021

    Chosa Campground

    Chosa Campground (BLM)

    Traveled 10 hours to visit Carlsbad Caverns. Found this spacious location, was not very busy (only two other campers), spacious and quiet. Beautiful view of Carlsbad range. This is a BLM managed site with no utilities except trash bins.

  • N
    Dec. 13, 2020

    Mile 10 - Dispersed Camping

    Perfect Campsite For Carlsbad Caverns

    The previous review is SUPER helpful. We pulled in close to midnight without an issue locating the fire rings to set up camp. We were camping in a truck bed tent and it was great. The stargazing is impeccable and we got lucky and it was a shooting star frenzy. Wind does pick up a good bit at night. Please leave no trace. We picked up a good but of trash that was left before us. Would definitely camp again. A bit of highway noise since you aren’t far, but that did not bother me.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 22, 2024

    Sitting Bull Falls Dispersed

    Lovely dispersed spots

    Multiple pull offs along the paved road to sitting Bull Falls. The road follows a winding canyon up to a natural spring and waterfalls. There's a picnic area at the falls and trailhead to loads of hiking into Lincoln National Forest. No facilities at the campsites but there is water, trash, and bathrooms at the end of the road at the bottom of the falls. Well with the visit!!

  • Luke W.
    May. 6, 2021

    Chosa Campground

    Good Stop Between Carlsbad and Guadalupe

    Nice open spot right off the highway. Drive up the paved road and it’s on your left. Gravel has been laid down so it’s nice and firm for campers/RVs. Also has a garbage can there. No hookups or bathrooms. We tented but did so just outside the fence. There was several fire rings out there and the ground is much softer for stake driving. Real close to Carlsbad Cavern and Guadalupe NP. It did get windy as hell at night. Like 30mph wind so definitely take that into consideration especially if you’re tenting.

  • Aliza N.
    Jan. 3, 2023

    Mile 10 - Dispersed Camping

    Pretty standard dispersed site!

    This area is v easy to find. Right off 62/180 at mile marker 10. On the right hand side of the road if heading north towards Carlsbad. The turn off isn’t marked but there are several signs right around it. Gravel/dirt road is in pretty good shape. Most any car should be able to drive down it. The sites start almost immediately and are well spaced. There were no other people around when we were here in January! Prepare yourself for the wind if you are here in winter. It was no joke! We also stayed across the street at Sunset reef for a night. Both are nice! Less privacy at Sunset reef but there’s a pit toilet if that’s important to you, as well as sun shelters and picnic tables.

  • D
    Oct. 10, 2021

    Chosa Campground

    Good option close to caverns

    This is a flat graveled lot with some homemade firepits (or rocks you can use to make one). Big trash dumpster but no other services. Very close to Carlsbad Caverns. Worked really well for our two camper vans. Close to freeway but not much road noise.

  • kayla B.
    Aug. 13, 2021

    Chosa Campground

    nice isolated campsite

    2 females staying here, were the only ones here and it’s off the highway a bit so we feel very safe. flat gaveled camp site.

  • Tyler B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2020

    Chosa Campground

    Gravel Parking lot in the desert

    Chosa Campground is essentially a giant gravel parking lot. Pretty much a last ditch effort, free campsite near the caverns. Great for overlanders and the RV crowd as it’s nice and flat. There are no bathrooms, no electrical hook-ups, and no shade. Plan accordingly.

Guide to Dell City

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Dell City, Texas, where you can immerse yourself in nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds. This area offers unique spots that cater to adventurous spirits looking for a more rustic experience.

Stunning Sunsets for Dispersed Campers

Convenient Access to Natural Wonders

  • Located just a short drive from both Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Carlsbad Caverns, Chosa Campground offers easy access to explore these stunning natural attractions.

Spacious Areas for Relaxation

  • With plenty of room to spread out, Mile 10 - Dispersed Camping allows for a peaceful retreat where you can enjoy the tranquility of the desert landscape.

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