Best RV Parks & Resorts near Salt Flat, TX

Several RV campgrounds serve as convenient bases for exploring Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Pine Springs Campground offers RV sites in a paved parking lot format with designated pull-through spaces for larger vehicles and back-in spots along the perimeter. "This is a good campsite but pretty much just a parking lot. RV sites are easy to access (some are pull through, some are back in," noted one visitor. Mountain View RV Park provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections with both 30-amp and 50-amp service available for big rigs. Dog Canyon Campground has four back-in RV sites with no hookups, though potable water is accessible nearby. Sites throughout these parks are generally level with gravel or paved surfaces.

Most RV campgrounds in the Salt Flat region operate year-round, though winter brings colder temperatures and occasional wind. Dump stations are limited, with Pine Springs offering a sanitary dump but no hookups. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with Verizon providing the most reliable coverage near major roads. Generator use is restricted at Pine Springs with quiet hours from 8pm to 8am, while Mountain View RV Park allows generators. Pets are permitted at most campgrounds but must remain leashed. Campers should arrive with full water tanks and supplies as services are limited, with the nearest substantial shopping available in Carlsbad, approximately 55 miles away. During peak seasons, especially spring and fall, campgrounds fill quickly by early afternoon.

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Best RV Sites Near Salt Flat, Texas (12)

1. Mountain View RV Park
1 Review
Salt Flat, TX
8 miles
Website
+1 (915) 500-9057
$30 / night
"They offer full hook ups and a Laundry Room. It is run by a friendly family who lives on the property. It is approximately 30 minutes to Guadaloupe, TX. Easy Access off the highway."
2. Pine Springs Campground
17 Reviews
Salt Flat, TX
19 miles
Website
"Bag the peak of Guadelupe Mountains National Park and you will have bagged the highest point in Texas. The Pine Springs Campground is an excellent starting point for a trip to the park."

"Nestled at the bottom of the beautiful Guadalupe mountain this campground is family friendly and totally Texas !!"

3. Dog Canyon Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
15 Reviews
Dell City, TX
23 miles
Website
$20 - $60 / night
"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."

"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!"
4. Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
45 Reviews
Salt Flat, TX
19 miles
Website
+1 (915) 828-3251
$20 - $60 / night
"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."

"Rv sites are easy to access (some are pull through, some are back in. There are bathrooms but no hookups. No generator use either so be prepared to dry camp."

5. Sunset Reef Campground
43 Reviews
Carlsbad Caverns, NM
47 miles
Website
+1 (575) 234-5972
"It’s perfectly placed between the Caverns NP and Guadalupe mountains NP. It’s free and has a clean vault toilet and trash cans."

"Great small (free) campground very close to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Surprised at how well-kept it was and the restroom is very clean."
6. Camp Washington Ranch
4 Reviews
Whites City, NM
45 miles
Website
+1 (575) 785-2228
$50 - $150 / night
"They have 3 spots next to each other (with some space) in full sun, dirt-road style, no tables at sites. The cool thing is that you’re in an oasis."

"We stumbled upon Camp Washington Ranch when looking for someplace to stay near Carlsbad Caverns. It is an interesting property."

7. Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping — Carlsbad Caverns National Park
5 Reviews
Whites City, NM
45 miles
Website
+1 (575) 785-2232
"Rattlesnake canyon- backcountry camping close to Carlsbad caverns- wayyy cooler than the KOA in town or the other camping options I've explored."

"Permits are required for camping along the Rattlesnake Canyon Trail, but those are easily acquired at the visitor center."
8. More Travel Less Talk
6 Reviews
Salt Flat, TX
4 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."

9. Parks Ranch Campground
7 Reviews
Whites City, NM
48 miles
Website
+1 (575) 525-4300
"Great free spot close to whites city with laundry and showers as well as the national park. Close enough to highway where you can see headlights in the distance but you can’t hear the noise at all."

"Only 20 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns NP and about 35 minutes from Guadeloupe Mountains NP!

The area is a large gravel lot with some brush and scubs scattered about."
10. Frijole Horse Corral Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
1 Review
Salt Flat, TX
20 miles
+1 (915) 828-3251
$20 / night
"If there's no availability at the other campgrounds at Guadalupe Mountains NP, the rangers may take a pity on you and put you up at Frijole Horse Campground (out at the stables) if there are no reservations"

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Roger W.
Legend
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.
CC C.
Legend
Feb. 13, 2022
Parks Ranch Campground
Great overnight spot close to caverns
Stayed here while seeing the Carlsbad caverns. Great free spot close to whites city with laundry and showers as well as the national park. Close enough to highway where you can see headlights in the distance but you can’t hear the noise at all. Level site, and some spots big enough for big rigs. We stayed in early Feb, and the weather was chilly at night but 50’s during the day. Great spot.
Abby M.
Legend
Dec. 8, 2021
Sunset Reef Campground
What an amazing spot
This place rocks. It’s perfectly placed between the Caverns NP and Guadalupe mountains NP. It’s free and has a clean vault toilet and trash cans. Right off the highway and tucked down a gravel road and very quiet at night. Sites are close together but everyone was respectful of quiet hours (7am-10pm) during my 2 night stay. There are five sites for you to pull through for larger rigs and then six camping sites. On the sign it states that you can’t stay unless you’re in an official site but others camped out along the rail which wasn’t an issue with me. Each site has a picnic cable that’s covered, grill and nice fire ring. Had good AT&T service and could work remotely. Definitely would recommend this place! I stayed Monday and Tuesday night and sites were filled both nights but people tend to filter out in the late morning so that’s the chance to snag a spot!
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Valerie
Scout
May. 13, 2021
Sunset Reef Campground
Great, clean, Carlsbad Caverns
Great small (free) campground very close to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Surprised at how well-kept it was and the restroom is very clean. There are about 5/6 RV/campervan spots and equal tent spots, each with a picnic table under a canopy, a BBQ and fire ring. There were 3 cars parked at the wooden fence as well. Max 5 nights stay. Great spot for a visit to Carlsbad Caverns and if you don’t need water/hookups. Great views, can barely hear the Highway.
Lee D.
Legend
Nov. 16, 2022
Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
"They paved paradise and put up a parking lot"
General: There is a tent section and an RV section; RVs of any kind (including our van) are not allowed in the tent sites. We pulled into what we thought was an overflow parking lot to discover it WAS the campground!

Site Quality: Diagonal paved parking spaces along the perimeter - each large enough to fit a camper and additional vehicle; these have picnic tables but no hookups or other amenities. The sites in the middle are suitable for larger RVs (Class A) but they don’t have picnic tables. On the upside, the sites are level and there is a gorgeous view of the mountains.

Bathhouse: Decent bathhouse with flush toilets and sinks. Soap dispensers and air dryers but no paper towels. No showers.

Activities: Lot of hiking trails, many of them strenuous; the most popular one is the Peak trail. We opted for McKittrick Canyon; the trailhead for this hike requires a drive.

Other: This is the FIRST place in all of Texas (and we’ve been in the state for over a week) where we have seen recycling receptacles! There is also a dishwashing sink, a nice bonus. Be aware that your smartphone/watch may not give you the correct time (my Apple watch and my husband’s Garmin displayed different times!) The park is on mountain time although it is close to the border of central time so expect confusion.) Quiet hours are 8 pm– 8 am, longer than usual but not a problem for us. Limited cell service with Verizon. This was not what we expected for a campground, and we were dismayed that it was paved; with the views, it could have been a much nicer campground if more natural.
Troy W.
Legend
May. 6, 2018
Pine Springs Campground
Guadelupe Mountains National Park + Peak Bagging
Bag the peak of Guadelupe Mountains National Park and you will have bagged the highest point in Texas. The Pine Springs Campground is an excellent starting point for a trip to the park. The campground is close to the park entrance and ranger station. You'll be camping with Guadelupe Peak within your sight. However, there are a number of trailheads that you can reach from this campground - Guadelupe Peak, Devil's Hall, El Capitan and The Bowl.. The weather at the park can be brutal varying from high heat in the summer to strong winds year round to snow in the winter. Many of the hiking trails do not have tree shade, so be prepared to hike and be exposed to the sun for long periods of time. The campground has toilets and potable water, but no showers. The individual campsites are all first come, first served. I believe that the group campsites can be reserved in advance. The sunrises and sunsets at this park can be dramatic. You may not see the sun on the horizon unless you are on top of the peak, but the alpenglow on the mountains can be seen from the Pine Springs campground. There are not many towns near the park, so get your supplies before you exit I-10. Otherwise you'll need to drive far into Carlsbad, NM.
Susan L.
Legend
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!
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Mason M.
Scout
Mar. 23, 2023
Sunset Reef Campground
Good but not great
Good spot that’s close to Carlsbad caverns and Guadalupe National park. There’s a pit toilet and a few spots with picnic tables and sun shades. It does get busy on the weekend. The bad part, the campground is just a big dirt corral with no privacy.
Ashlee G.
Guide
Mar. 21, 2024
Pine Springs Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Easy access to the park!
This is a good campsite but pretty much just a parking lot. Rv sites are easy to access (some are pull through, some are back in. There are bathrooms but no hookups. No generator use either so be prepared to dry camp. Great access to trails - we woke up and immediately did Guadalupe trail! Sites fill up on the weekends