Camping near Ruidoso with a private bathroom

Go skiing or take a spring trek through Lincoln National Forest—Ruidoso camping has it all.

93% (353 reviews)

United States
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New Mexico
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Ruidoso

93% (353 reviews)

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Sam Tobias Memorial Group Campground

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Sleepy Grass Campground

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Three Rivers Campground

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Deerhead Campground

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Good morning, Oliver Lee. Dog Canyon at its finest.

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Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground

7 sites · RVs, Tents In Oliver Lee Memorial State Park

9 top campgrounds near Ruidoso with a private bathroom

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Mars Research Base (MRB)

9 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Boles Acres, NM

Nestled amid the breathtaking mountains near Alamogordo, New Mexico, our off-grid camping haven is a gateway to the untamed beauty of the desert. Campers can enjoy the serenity of nature while being just a stone's throw away from the Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, offering fantastic hiking opportunities. Whether you choose to pitch a tent or park your RV, our property is the perfect base for outdoor adventures, complemented by wildlife, mesmerizing sunsets, and the warmth of a campfire shared with friends.

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Camp Rio

57 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents9 acres · Mayhill, NM

Camp Rio, formerly named Camp @ Cloudcroft is located in beautiful SE New Mexico! The park is surrounded by thousands of acres of the Lincoln National Forest. The forest is laced with small villages, picturesque roads, riding, hiking, golf, and walking trails. Small valleys, surrounding mountains, racing streams, wildlife, birds, mountain glens and outdoor activities are available to Camp Rio guests. The small towns around us are Mayhill, Cloudcroft, Weed, and Pinion. These towns have scheduled activities such as arts and craft fairs, car shows, bluegrass festivals, dog shows, and Lumberjack days. Additional day trips to Alamogordo, Capitan (Smokey the Bear), Carlsbad, Las Cruces, Lincoln (Billy the Kid), Ruidoso (skiing), Sunspot (National Solar Observatory, Truth or Consequences (Hot Springs) and White Sands National Monument! Guests enjoy our upgraded free wifi to have the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful nature, while still being able to connect with family/friends/work. Our location is superb to use as a base camp for numerous attractions as a centralized location to have many adventures.

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White Sands Culinary Camp

6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Alamogordo, NM

Just three short miles from Oliver Lee State Park, our primitive camp doesn't yet have all of the amenities of the state park, but we offer amenities the park doesn't! Your Camp Host, Chef Üdø, is onsite most days and evenings, and has 30 years' experience in the catering and private chef biz, and as a camp host. He's happy to coordinate hot meals for you and your companions! No more need to go into town to get a pizza or some icky fast food! We will make you a homemade pizza, dry-aged steak, brined chicken, buffalo burger, or lasagna...all in-house. Vegan, vegetarian, kosher, low-sodium, and most other dietary restrictions are no problem! We'll bake you a birthday cake, brownies, pie, or even Crème brûlée! Contact Chef Üdø for more details and please check out our menu in the “Extras” section of our campsite listing. We can make just about anything in our sanitary kitchen facilities. We cook with a spirit of Love and inclusion in our kitchen, and it shows! ❤️ Chef Üdø maintains current local food handler's certification, as well as HAACP federal certification. Prices are friendly and competitive with local restaurants. Vacuum-sealed frozen meals, aka “sous vide” available for most recipes. (Please check “extras” section for more detail) We offer a 15amp electrical connection, access to clean running water, and access to our 4 acre back pasture. And if you prefer a more luxurious camping experience, we offer a BnB experience in our amazing rooftop tent!! This package includes exclusive use of the entire campsite, as well as a catered meal for two! We feature unparalleled views of the sunrise over the mountains, as well as convenient access to the park and Lincoln National Forest, White Sands National Monument, BLM off-road parklands, and nearby Alamogordo. Firewood available onsite for friendly prices (provided there isn't a current burn ban). **Be among the first to experience the most luxurious tent camping in our SmittyBilt Overlander Gen. 2 XL rooftop tent! Crisp, freshly sanitized linens, soft fleece or cotton blankets available. (Please note rental is *only* for the rooftop tent. Jeep rental is not available). For warmer months, we provide Air Conditioning for the rooftop tent at no extra cost! Additional onsite and backcountry packages are available, including fully-catered backcountry excursions in the Lincoln National Forest, wildlife spotting tours, photo tours, and even backcountry drive-in movies are available! Campfire setup, breakfast and omelette bar also available. ***Please note we do not yet have a handwashing sink but provide a spigot or water hose.

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El Mistico

7 sites · Lodging30 acres · Nogal, NM

Unplug from the city to soak up in nature and experience El Mistico Ranch. El Mistico Ranch consist of 30 acres of natural high desert land with natural spring waters, nearby Lincoln National Forest as our next door neighbor, you are actually just a short drive to Capitan for basic services and shopping; Ruidoso for arts, golf, dining, skiing, and more. The climate is mild here and the property is vegetated with pinon pine, juniper, and a variety of cacti. We're delighted to introduce you to Chester, our friendly Saint Bernard. At just a year old, Chester is a gentle giant with a heart of gold, spreading joy to all who visit. Chester not only brings warmth and joy to our guests but also plays an important role in taking care of the property. He roams around the ranch, ensuring that everything is in order and providing a sense of security to our guests. Sometimes, he even accompanies guests to their units to ensure they arrive safely.

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White Sands Manufactured Home & RV

1 site · RV10 acres · Alamogordo, NM

White Sands Community is an award-winning property offering RV spaces in the scenic town of Alamogordo. The community offers dramatic views of the 9,000-foot Sacramento Mountains. The pull-through RV spaces feature full hookups (30 and 50 amps), paved lots, privacy walls, and free cable TV. Amenities include a spacious clubhouse with large-screen TV and billiards, resort-style swimming pool, playground, basketball court, shuffleboard, and laundry facilities. Walking distance to major stores and restaurants Flexible lot rental options Ideal location for Snow Birds 15 minutes from White Sands National Park Amazing views! Professional onsite management team On site amenities: Clubhouse Potable water Dog park Laundry facilities Showers Game room Garbage Bathrooms Picnic area Playground Cable TV Outdoor pool Nearby amenities: Disc golf swimming Basketball golf hiking biking walking trails wineries

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Casa Linda Campgrounds

4 sites · RVs, Tents35 acres · Picacho, NM

Casa Linda is a Vineyard with Ambiance. It originally settled in 1860-70’s by sheriff Kimbrell(sheriff before Brady-killed by Billy the Kid) Set on 30 plus acres of vineyards, orchards, greenhouses & terraced fields leading down to the river. Main house built in 1930-40’s by legendary Actress Linda Darnell who had many famous guests including John Wayne. Come relax, enjoy the views, stargazing, fishing, hiking. As well as this areas’ wineries, breweries, casino, ski Apache +!

Sleepy Tipi on the Ruidoso River

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Ruidoso Downs, NM

This is truly a sacred Tipi site as it is beautifully situated right on the picturesque Ruidoso River in rural New Mexico . This lovely , spacios ,private location offers spectacular mountain views and is shaded with numerous large native trees while also offering a well maintained grassy area for relaxation and your enjoyment. The Sleepy tipi has a brand new eco- friendly outdoor shower and rustic toilet . It also offers electricity , solar lighting , covered seating area, outdoor sink with small fridge and cold running water , picnic tables , barbecue grill ,fire pit, and hammock. We are 420 friendly . You are welcome to bring your well behaved pets . Please keep them on a leash to protect them and the wildlife . Accommodations for horses may be made upon request as there are numerous riding trails in the area . We have lots of wildlife including small bears, raccoons and mountain lions. Countless wild birds also inhabit this land as it is on the migratory flight path to Mexico. New Mexico is famous for its fabulous night skies and star gazing is a must ! We are also 50 easy highway miles to Roswell and the famous Alien museum . You will be a believer ! The Sleepy Tipi is also situated near the historical town of Lincoln -home to Billy the kid and the small town of Capitan - museum and home of Smokey the Bear . We also offer our guests access to our petting zoo located 2 miles from the Sleepy Tipi . Rescue and farm annimals include goats ; chickens, dogs, cats , a pot belly pig ,a horse and a giant Sulcata tortoise named Isabelle . This is a working learning , farmette where there’s always plenty to do and animals to enjoy. Meals and baked goods may also be provided upon request . Our farm to table homestead meals include the freshest ingredients available grown right here on the property . Enjoy our award winning peaches , apples , pears , pecans and fresh farm eggs .

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Stargazers Mountain Camping Retreat

4 sites · Tents5 acres · Nogal, NM

Learn more about this land: We have sites available for bringing your own tent or car/truck camping. We have a port-o-potty. Beautiful 360 views on top of a Mesa. Wildlife is all about. 420 Friendly.

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Midtown Mountain Campground and RV

32 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Ruidoso, NM

Midtown Mountain Campground and RV is one of the top 5 RV Parks and Campgrounds in New Mexico, as rated by RV Life Magazine. We have the fastest WiFi in any RV Park in New Mexico. And we are one of the top destination locations in the Nation! Ruidoso New Mexico has it all from horse racing, casinos, hiking, fishing, shopping and much more!!! Midtown Mountain Campground and RV Park is at it's center. Come stay here and get out there!!!

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Explore the area’s public lands.

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Lincoln National Forest

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Oliver Lee Memorial State Park

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Camping near Ruidoso with a private bathroom guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States. If you're looking for a camping experience near Ruidoso, New Mexico, with toilet facilities, you're in luck. We have over 170 options in this area to choose from. With an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $20, you're sure to find something that fits your budget. Check out our top campsites, like Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and Quail Run Tiny Guesthouse (74 reviews). Whether you're into campfires, cooking equipment, or bringing your furry friends along, we've got you covered. And if biking, wind sports, or horseback riding are your jam, you'll find lots to do. So pack your bags and start exploring!