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Best Glamping near Guadalupe Mountains National Park

149 Reviews

Near the Guadalupe Mountains is some of the best camping in Texas. Guadalupe Mountains National Park is located in the Chihuahuan Desert in western Texas. The park has more than 80 miles of hiking trails and is just a short drive from Dell City, TX. Follow the winding trails through grasslands and fossilized reef mountains up to the conifer forests from the nearby campsites and see stunning views of the El Capitan peak. Camping in the fall is the perfect time to see the colorful leaves along the McKittrick Canyon Trail. RV campers will find plenty of spots complete with all the amenities.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Guadalupe Mountains National Park (8)

    1. Sunset Reef Campground

    42 Reviews
    Carlsbad Caverns, NM
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 234-5972

    "campground right in between Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks. There are few amentities, but it does have cabanas, picnic tables, grills, fire places, trash cans, and a toilet."

    "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."

    2. Whites City RV Park

    23 Reviews
    Whites City, NM
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 361-3665

    $20 - $45 / night

    "Overall not too bad of a campground. 15 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and less than 40 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park."

    "It was a great open space

    We had tought we were going to eat at the restaurant/cafe on other side of street for the evening, but that was closed because they were out of staff."

    3. Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

    35 Reviews
    Carlsbad, NM
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 885-6333

    "It is gated, has friendly staff, two cabins, tent spaces, a store, super clean and nice bathrooms/showers, laundry facility and pool."

    "Great location to launch to Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountain National Parks. Indoor heated pool. Very nice staff throughout the park. Definitely recommend"

    4. Whites City RV Campground

    1 Review
    Whites City, NM
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 361-3665

    $25 / night

    "We moved from our free dispersed campsite to fill up, charge up, shower and do laundry. Very friendly staff and clean facilities."

    5. Pine Top Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park

    3 Reviews
    Salt Flat, TX
    22 miles
    Website

    "As you make your way to Pine Top, keep an eye out for wildlife and take in the natural beauty surrounding you."

    6. Carlsbad KOA

    39 Reviews
    Carlsbad, NM
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-9109

    "Great amenities: Spotless restrooms and showers, well stocked store with friendly staff, clean pool, fish pond with seating area, big sites with picnic table and fire ring, on-site restaurant with delicious"

    "We like having a bed to spread our sleeping bags out on sometimes, access to AC after a hot day of exploration and the kids like a chance to 'plug in' while we are unplugged...."

    7. More Travel Less Talk

    6 Reviews
    Salt Flat, TX
    38 miles
    Website

    $20 - $75 / night

    "A nice couple that has sites at their place literally setting right in front of the Guadalupe Mountains. 20 some minutes away from Guadalupe national Park. Minutes from Dell City."

    "Very remote and quiet but close to Guadalupe Mountaind and Carlsbad Caverns National Parks. The site are very well maintained with solar lights to guide you at night."

    8. Buds Place RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Carlsbad, NM
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 200-1865

    $25 - $45 / night

    "Nice bathroom, friendly staff. A few trees, but mostly desert. Need an exception to have a dog over 25 lbs. They also want to know what kind. People are bad at not picking up after their dog."

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149 Reviews of 8 Guadalupe Mountains National Park Campgrounds

  • J
    Jun. 11, 2019

    Whites City RV Park

    Good stay close to Carlsbad Caverns NP

    Overall not too bad of a campground. 15 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and less than 40 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park. A little pricy in my opinion ($90 for 2 nights) but they have no competitors so they can charge whatever they want I guess. Full hookups and a store right next door within walking distance.

  • Carlyne F.
    Feb. 8, 2021

    Whites City RV Park

    Whites City RV Park, NM

    The location is very convenient for anyone visiting Carlsbad Caverns National Park, as the park entrance is only 7 miles from where we stayed. It’s also only 30 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park, if you’re trying to visit two parks while staying in one place.

    The bathrooms were dirty and there was only one available to the whole campground. There was plenty of space to walk our dog, but no dog park and no doggie bags available.

    One perk was having the store right next door in case you forgot to stop for groceries or want to grab a late night ice cream. There is also a restaurant across the street. Check the days they’re open before going though.

  • d
    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.

  • E
    Feb. 19, 2023

    Carlsbad RV Park & Campground

    Great Homebase RV Park!

    Decided to stay here while on our way to Tucson. Great location to launch to Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountain National Parks. Indoor heated pool. Very nice staff throughout the park. Definitely recommend

  • Zholi R.
    Oct. 29, 2022

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Perfect Stop

    This was a great hidden (free!) campground right in between Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks. There are few amentities, but it does have cabanas, picnic tables, grills, fire places, trash cans, and a toilet. Pro tip: there is water at the day use areas just further down the road. To find the campground, turn onto Washington Rd. and take your first right. There is no signage for the campground. In October, every site was filled by the end of the night.

  • Amy B.
    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!

  • Arthur M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 1, 2024

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Nice free camping

    Great free campsite between Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks. Just a mile from the road but perfectly quiet. Not the most private sites but they are new and clean (including the pit toilet)

  • J W.
    Jun. 15, 2025

    Sunset Reef Campground

    Great BLM Site!

    Nice Quiet Clean campground. Beautiful views of the Guadalupe Range. Can see the Carlsbad Caverns Visitor center from the site. Free campground! Trash ca s and clean well stocked pit toilet also has tent camping. Fire pit, grill, and covered picnic table. Beautiful sunrise.

  • P
    Jul. 6, 2018

    Carlsbad KOA

    Awesome amenities!

    Great Campsite! Great amenities: Spotless restrooms and showers, well stocked store with friendly staff, clean pool, fish pond with seating area, big sites with picnic table and fire ring, on-site restaurant with delicious bbq, wildish rabbits roaming freely. The area is very quiet. My favorite part was the visibility of the stars at night.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find glamping accommodations near Guadalupe Mountains National Park?

While true glamping options are limited near Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Carlsbad RV Park & Campground offers two cabin rentals with modern amenities including access to a heated indoor pool, clean bathrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. The park is conveniently located in town and serves as an excellent base for exploring both Guadalupe Mountains and Carlsbad Caverns National Parks. For those seeking more traditional camping with some comforts, Carlsbad KOA provides a comfortable alternative with amenities like spotless restrooms, a clean pool, on-site restaurant, and well-appointed sites with picnic tables and fire rings.

Are there luxury cabins available in Guadalupe Mountains National Park?

There are no luxury cabins available within Guadalupe Mountains National Park itself. The park primarily offers rustic camping experiences rather than upscale accommodations. For cabin options near the park, Whites City RV Park is located about 40 minutes away and offers full hookups with convenient access to both Guadalupe Mountains and Carlsbad Caverns National Parks. While not luxury accommodations, these provide more comfort than tent camping. For those wanting more traditional camping but with some amenities, Pine Top Wilderness Campground within the park offers primitive sites without luxury facilities.

What is the closest hotel to Guadalupe Mountains National Park for visitors who want comfort after hiking?

The closest comfortable accommodations to Guadalupe Mountains National Park can be found approximately 30-40 minutes away. Sunset Reef Campground, while not a hotel, offers a convenient free option with covered picnic tables, clean facilities, and beautiful views of the Guadalupe Range. For those seeking hotel-like comfort, your best options are in Carlsbad, New Mexico, about 45-60 minutes from the park. Buds Place RV Park near Carlsbad offers more amenities than wilderness camping. Alternatively, White's City (near Carlsbad Caverns) has limited lodging options about 35-40 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park.

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