Find RV Parks and Campgrounds near Capitan, New Mexico

The Upper Karr Recreation Area is located in the Lincoln National Forest off the Sunspot Scenic Byway, and is one of the most picturesque campgrounds in the area. Known for gorgeous green mountain ranges and crisp, fresh air, campers often stay on site during their entire visit. Others take advantage of nearby attractions such as the White Sands National Monument in the east, and the San Andres National Wildlife Refuge. There's you'll find amazing creatures that have adapted and learned to thrive in sometimes unbearable desert conditions. Expect some stellar trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding, as well as great wildlife watching around the campground.

Nestled in the Tularosa Basin, the Alamogordo White Sands KOA is in the perfect location for exploring the attractions of Southern New Mexico. With cabins, tent sites and RV sites, every type of camper is accommodated at this KOA, and with mild winters, this is a great spot to escape the harsh northern winter months. Tour the various nearby attractions like the New Mexico Museum of Space History, hike or disc-sled down the gypsum dunes at the White Sands National Monument or explore the ancient rock drawings at the Three Rivers Petroglyph site. Ask the friendly and helpful staff about local attractions, and you're sure to hear about day trip possibilities such as the Alameda Park Zoo and the beautiful pines of Cloudcroft a few hours from the campground.

The Apache Campground is located in the Lincoln National Forest and offers campers 25 sites. At an almost 9,000 foot elevation, visitors can enjoy excellent, moderate weather and thick, thriving forestry. Bare bones camping is the most popular activity at this site, but campers also enjoy the spectacular mountain ranges at dawn and dusk where they can view amazing sky shows. Hiking and biking are also common at this site, as is picnicking.

Sleepy Grass Campground is one of the busiest in the Lincoln National Forest, and is situated near the tiny village of Cloudcroft. Visitors enjoy the La Pasada Encantada Trail, an interpretative hiking trail that takes you around the beautiful hills and small valleys of the area. Wildlife viewing and picnicking are also popular past times at this campsite.

The James Canyon Campground is located at the Sacramento Mountains making this one of the most beautiful and untouched RV parks in the area. Enjoy gorgeous views of mountain ranges and forestry, as well as acres of flat lands of easy exploring and picnicking. Look forward to great weather during most of your trip, and make sure to look up at night time to see the amazing sunsets New Mexico is known for. This campground is popular as a quiet and beautiful spot for relaxing vacations, so choose James Canyon the next time you need to getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life. 

Immediately adjacent to the village of Cloudcroft is the Deerhead Campground. The area is beautiful, characterized by acres of rolling hills and untouched mountain ranges. Enjoy sight seeing, gorgeous New Mexico sunrises and sunsets, and natural trails that are great for hiking and biking excursions. Visitors can also look forward to the quaint village of Cloudcroft where they can enjoy excellent dining options and shops.

Sugar Pines RV Park includes amenities such as electricity. This RV park is located on 601 Columbine Blvd in Cloudcroft, NM.

Escape the blistering heat of the New Mexico desert tables at the Saddle Campground in Lincoln forest. At a relatively high elevation and conifer/aspen forests, this park enjoys mild weather conditions, and thriving foliage. Enjoy picnicking up in the mountain ranges, and hiking through challenging nature paths. Popular among group campers, feel free to bring your friends and a sense of adventure when you visit the Saddle Campground.

Are you looking for an RV park in Cloudcroft, NM? Then Scenic Canyon RV Park located on 98 Dry Canyon Road might be the place for you. The site includes electricity.

With lodging available for both people and horses, Copper Penny Ranch & RV park is a favorite among traveling equestrians looking to enjoy the beautiful New Mexico landscape. Enjoy stellar sight seeing not just of the terrain, but also man made wonders such as: the Holloman AFB, Space Museum, Cloudcroft, Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, Ruidoso and White Sands. This Alamogordo treasure is known for stunning sunsets and friendly staff, so be sure to stick around for a few days to catch the sky show and great customer service.

Lower Karr Canyon Campground is an undeveloped campground scattered across the Karr Canyon Picnic Area. Explore the Lincoln National Park with its densely forested areas, beautiful hiking trails and clear skies. Standing over 7,500 feet above the desert floor, campers can enjoy warm weather that's not too harsh, and plenty of fresh air. Also take advantage of the horseback riding, biking and wildlife watching at this site for a true taste of untouched New Mexico terrain.

Located in the Lincoln National Forest is the Slide Group Campground which can accommodate up to 90 people. Surrounded by mixed evergreen and aspen, this site is known for immersing visitors in a primitive wildlife environment where they can pause and appreciate nature. Access to the National Recreation Rim Trail can be found at the site, and there are plenty of amenities to ensure that groups can enjoy social events and plan group activities with ease. Besides hiking and picnicking, most campers stop by the village of Cloudcroft for supplies, shopping and fine, local dining. Don't miss out on that!

Surround yourself with the mixed evergreen/aspen forest of the Aspen Group Campground, located in the Lincoln National Forest, New Mexico. Able to accommodate groups of up to 70 people, this is a popular spot for visitors wanting to experience this lush New Mexico park, as well as the charming village of Cloudcroft. Look forward to some great picnicking and hiking opportunities along the trails at Alamo Peak and Stark Peak. The most popular hike is the Osha Trail, which is a 2.5-mile loop. You can also expect excellent shopping and dining options down in the village. The Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, at the foot of the mountains, is worth a visit to see a restored 19th century ranch house and explore the flowering oasis of Dog Canyon.

Less than a mile from Cloudcroft is the Lower Fir Group Campground in the Lincoln National Forest reserve. As you'd expect, there's plenty to do in this area: take your family on hiking and biking expeditions through the dense, gorgeous forestry of the campground, and go on plenty of picnics while you're there. You can also walk to Cloudcroft for some shopping, entertainment and interaction with the friendly locals.

Located in the Lincoln National Forest New Mexico is the Black Bear Group Campground, a popular site for annual groups of up to 70 people. With plenty of open, grassy spots for sports, and lots of wildlife in the surrounding forest, this campground is a popular one for group activities like star-gazing on the park's many clear nights. Located near Alamogordo and Cloudcroft, it's also well-known for groups wanting to explore those two urban centers and the great culture and dining to be experienced there. It's also a quarter mile from the Rim Trail, which is popular for mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Other nearby trails are open to ATV enthusiasts.

Ruidoso Visitor Center And Tourism Office includes amenities such as . This campground is located on 720 Sudderth Rd in Ruidoso, NM and is open all year.

The Three Rivers Petroglyph Site is the biggest collection of petroglyphs in the nation, and is a great place to immerse yourself in the history and rich culture of the southwest. Hikers prepare for some challenging and scenic trails, and great views of the Sierra and Tularosa Basin. The nearby trading post is also world-class, offering campers a pick of the best local arts and craft, each unique piece holding some historic or cultural significance. Fall in love with the southwest at this park, where there's so much of nature to explore. Hike the gorgeous desert vistas, or mountain bike the hills around the campground. There's also so much stargazing to be done, so settle in at dusk to enjoy the reds and oranges of an iconic New Mexico sunset and strap in for the nighttime light show.  

Enjoy the widely dispersed camp sites of the Silver Overflow Campground in the Lincoln National Forest. Popular for its showers and musician presentations at the silver Amphitheater, the campground is idyllic and bustling with activity and fun, especially during the summer months. Learn about the outdoors through the amphitheater's visitor programs, and go roaming around the various trails and paths. With gorgeous scenes and curious wildlife, you and your group will stay engaged and entertained throughout your trip.