White Sands Culinary Camp

93%

· Alamogordo, Otero, New Mexico · 5 acres

Hosted by Chęf üdø H.

4 RV/tent sites

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.Our mountain view campsite is located inside a converted antique steel corral. It is situated at the back of our land and is accessible by a separate entrance. Privacy screen is provided on the back side of the campsite, leaving an unobstructed view east towards the beautiful mountains of the Lincoln National Forest. The sunrise over the mountains is spectacular most mornings (see pics) and the stargazing at night is amazing! Your host, Chef Üdø, is happy to have dinner or lunch waiting for you when you arrive! Please contact the Chef for menu options. We are happy to accommodate tent campers, pop-ups, vans, small RVs, and rooftop tent campers in this site. **We also offer a rooftop tent for rent by the night. Linens provided**. Ground is level. There is a composting toilet onsite. We don’t have a handwashing sink yet, but it’s coming soon. This campsite is set on 5 acres. While you can see our neighbors houses off in the distance, we only rent two campsites on our land at a time, so you will have privacy from other campers. ***We are especially happy to welcome Veterans, motorcycles, and tree-hugging Hippies :D. Love for all included!

RV details

Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 35 feet allowed

This is a playa sand field. Almost perfectly level. **BE ADVISED this sand becomes very sticky during heavy rains. Not sure there’s a huge risk of getting stuck; albeit it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the weather. Host has some recovery equipment…winch, traction skids, tow ropes, etc., but Host makes no guarantees recovery will be possible.

Pull-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

This is a “playa”-style sand field. (See profile pics) Some gravel and paving stones available at campsite. More gravel added every month!

Surface levelness: Flat

This is a “playa”-style sand field. (See profile pics) Some gravel and paving stones available at campsite. More gravel added every month!

No Travel trailers and Class A RVs

Water hookup available

Generators allowed

We allow only whisper quiet style generators. For rooftop tent rental air conditioning, host provides power

No electrical hookup

We will run a heavy duty extension cord to your camp from our outdoor outlet. This runs in a 20 amp fuse. Please limit electrical use and high amp devices such as blenders and air conditioning on the 20 amp circuit.

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

We offer a Bluetooth enabled video projector and screen, w/ stereo speakers, for a small additional fee.

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

4 guests max per site

Toilet available

Composting toilet. Brand new composting toilet. Sanitized before guests arrive. Sanitizing spray provided to keep toilet clean.

Pets allowed

On leash. We LOVE DOGS HERE!!! However, be advised. This is the desert. All manner of critters live here. Scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, black widow spiders, etc. Host also has dogs. All dogs must be on leash at all times. Please pick up after your dog. Poop bags will be provided.

No campfires

***Fires are usually restricted here due to county-wide burn bans. Sustainably sourced Firewood available for purchase for friendly prices (cheaper than anywhere in town per-stick prices)

Potable water available

Spigot, hose. We have a well onsite. This is not a reverse osmosis filtration system. However we use the water for showering and washing dishes and haven’t had any problems. Water is “safe” for drinking, however I’ve heard from longtime residents is that it’s best to do some tertiary filtration on this well water before drinking or using for cooking.

Bins available

Trash bin. Pack out your trash please. That said, on a case by case basis, might assist and dispose of some trash for you.

Wifi available

Not sure how strong the signal will be at the campsite, but closer to the Host’s house, the WiFi should be strong enough. We have a Guest login available onsite.

No showers

No running water at campsite yet, but solar heated shower is available. Free showers every day if you want!

Cooking equipment absent

Chef Udo is your camp host and is happy to help provide hot meals or cooking tools. We can also provide a camp stove, propane, utensils, and a prep table.

Picnic table absent

We don’t yet have a picnic table but will have one very soon ! For now we can offer a six foot white folding composite table.

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Check out: Before 3:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

**When it rains, the desert floor becomes very sticky. While the risk of getting “stuck” is very low, be prepared if it’s rains. Chef Udo has a 4x4, winch, recovery ropes and skids, and is happy to help. We make no guarantees of recovery, and do not assume liability for any potential snafus.

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Smoked, seared Buffalo burgersgood

$27.00

Homemade smoked burgers. 1/3 lb precooked weight. Burgers are seared to medium rare and then direct-smoked over pellets for ~60 minutes. Choose two: Mushrooms, bacon, avocado, or cheese. Also Choose two veggie garnishes: spinach, tomato, pickles, raw/cooked onion, etc. grilled pineapple also available. Served on whole wheat bun. **All ground beef is seasoned and produced in-house. No fillers, MSG, etc.

Gluten free veggie tacosgood

$24.00

Vegan tacos made with homemade socca four or lentil flour tortillas, blanched kale and carrots, grilled corn off the cob, red onions and roasted garlic. Feta or smoked cheese can be added on request.

Vegan Butternut Pizzagood

$27.00

Butternut squash pizza with broccoli, red onion, corn, and kale, or other veggies on request. Recipe is not gluten free, however gluten free options are available! Reach out to Chef Üdø for the details.

Lasagna good

$25.00

Homemade organic marinara. Ground turkey with fennel and fresh garlic, whole milk ricotta, Romano, mozzarella, green bell peppers, sweet onions, and balsamic vinegar. Served as pinwheel rolled lasagna pasta, cheese inside, baked in sauce.

Worlds Finest Chicken(48hr brine)good

$30.00

A Chef Üdø signature recipe. This is the finest, most flavorfully nuanced chicken in history. Aromatic herbs spices, fruit oils, organic apple cider vinegar, and a fair dashing of sultry spiced turbinado…I make this brine to-order. Brined for 48 hours at 35*F. Simple pan sear to finish. Served with two sides. Inquire for choices.

Smoked/Seared Tomahawk Ribeyegood

$150.00

A truly unique culinary experience! Chef Üdø works with a local butcher to special order and inspect each tomahawk ribeye for perfect marbling and texture. Your steak is lovingly aged for a couple days over rock salt, the rubbed with secret buttery blend and smoked for ~6 hours. Just before serving, the steak is seared with a literal propane flame thrower (3000*F) to perfect medium rare. Served with fresh garlic/sherry sautéed mushrooms, crispy salted roasted potato, and salad. Shrimp scampi available on request for no extra charge. Dessert included.

Hatch Chili Gumbogood

$24.00

Literally the best, most authentic gumbo for 1000 miles in any direction. (*Can be made vegetarian) Fresh vegetable stock, made-to-order roux, Hatch chilis or Okra, assorted fresh vegetables, and your choice of chicken, sausage, or shrimp. Served over rice with homemade jalapeño cheese cornbread. Fíle and hot sauce available on request. **Please give 48 hours notice when ordering this item. It takes a long time to make**

Coconut milk pancakesgood

$15.00

Chęf Üdø specialty! We source local farm eggs for this recipe. Coconut milk, whole oats, vanilla, coconut oil, butter. BIG order can easily feed 2 people. Banana slices, pecans, or chocolate ganache garnish available on request.

Office Favorite egg sammichgood

$10.00

Homemade egg salad sandwich with green chili, sprouts, Muenster cheese, homemade pickles, black pepper, mayo and mustard. Other sauces available on request. Served open faced on Rye bread.

Homemade Fried Smoked Cheese Sticksgood

$15.00

We smoke Muenster cheese onsite with hickory and cherry wood pellets. 100% natural no filler wood, sustainably sourced. Cheese is sourced from a dairy in Wisconsin. Sliced cheese is hand- battered and fried in either peanut or coconut oil. Served with homemade marinara. (Slightly expensive, but trust us. It’s worth it!)

Roasted Chili/Queso Street Tacosgood

$15.00

Chęf Üdø stuffs mild melting cheese* and chopped vegetables into your choice of locally-sourced chili pepper: Poblano, Hatch**, Anaheim, Green/Red Bell Pepper, or Jalapeño. Seared with a torch and griddled. Your choice of Three 6” corn or flour tortillas. * Home-smoked cheese available ** Fresh Hatch chilis are available on a limited basis.

Market-fresh RIBEYE seared/smokedgood

$45.00

$45 is an estimate. Steak is rubbed, smoked, and seared with butter to a perfect finish. Served with loaded potato and iced tea or soda. Steaks are about 12-16oz. If you want a larger steak, message Chęf Üdø for details. If price exceeds $45, we ask that you please bring cash to make up the difference.

48 Hour Brisket Nachos!good

$27.00

Brisket is smoked by Chef Üdø for five hours and then seasoned and vacuum sealed. Lovingly slow-cooked for 48 hours using sous vide method. Exquisitely tender. Homemade toasted onion tortilla chips. Pickles, onions, and or jalapeños available as garnish on request. Sour cream available on request. BIG plate of nachos!

Hatch green chili enchiladasgood

$20.00

A local favorite! New Mexico Hatch green chili sauce, shredded chicken or brisket, smoked Muenster cheese, jalapeños. Sour cream, salsa included on request. **Vegetarian/Vegan versions available **Enchiladas can be vacuum sealed and frozen for future use. Price listed is per plate. 2-3 enchiladas per plate. Served with rice and or beans on request. **Please give 48 hours notice for brisket to allow adequate time to smoke meat**

Chocolate Ganache Torte Cakegood

$15.00

Two layer, non-dairy chocolate ganache torte. Made with Colombian, Ghirardelli, and Dutch cocoas, espresso, eggs, sugar and coconut milk. Crowned with Chef-made vegan chocolate ganache frosting and fresh chocolate zest. A truly luxurious treat! Sold by the slice. Large slice, usually two servings.

Crème Brûlée good

$20.00

Two servings of homemade crème brûlée. Freshly made to order and brûlée’d at campsite by Chef Üdø.

DarkDining under the starsgood

$70.00

Dinner for two. Iced tea or soda included. Entire meal is served in darkness at a picnic table, or by candlelight on our comfortable patio. Salad and entree prepared in our sanitary kitchen and delivered to your camp. /// Menu: Chicken or veggie enchiladas. 2x per order. Lovingly prepared using locally sourced chilis and proteins. With rice and your choice of beans. Sauces are available seasonally. DM the Chef and we’ll let you know our current sauces. We use 95-100% locally-sourced ingredients for sauces. Gumbo. Homemade vegetable stock. Choose two meats: locally-sourced sausage, farm raised shrimp*, chicken, or ground turkey. Corn, celery, bell pepper, rice, homemade chocolate roux, filé, green and yellow onions. Jalapeños on request. Served with rice and cornbread. Southwestern Hatch Chili chicken tortilla soup. Loaded with veggies and grilled chicken. Roasted corn. Spicy chili stock. Sliced fresh crispy carrots, celery, kale, and cilantro. Masa. Roasted garlic. Homemade tortilla strips. Served with pico and rice. BIG bowl. Specialty pizza: Any three toppings you want! Homemade crust. Homemade sauce. Cheese- stuffed or thin crust available. Meat sauce available on request.

Warm Homemade Cookies!!good

$13.00

Chef prepared cookies. Chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, macadamia white chocolate, oatmeal raisin, double dark chocolate, frosted lemon cookies, or chocolate-vanilla rice krisp treats. Purchase price is for a tray of cookies. ~$1.00 per cookie. 8-10 big cookies per order. Can be delivered warm to your campsite or vacuum sealed for use later :) (Warning…these cookies tend to vanish very quickly)

Drive in movie nightrental

$25.00

We have a portable 10’ movie screen and projector available for rent in your campsite. Crisp surround sound speakers included. Due to copyright restrictions, please be prepared to provide your own playable media. Projector easily connects via HDMI or Bluetooth. **Purchase price will be refunded by Host in the event of high winds or inclement weather, or other conditions at the Host’s discretion.

Specialty Pizza, Largegood

$27.00

A Chef Üdø specialty! Many different kinds of crust available: 1) Homemade sourdough, 2) spinach, 3) spirulina/toasted onion, or 4) Parmesan garlic crust. Gluten free or reduced gluten chickpea crust available. Homemade vegetarian or meat tomato sauce. Smoked cheese included on request. **Inquire for vegetarian cheese availability **price is per pizza. Max 2 toppings. (We strive to be the best pizza restaurant in town and challenge you to find a better one within 100 miles!)

Smoked cheese (vacuum sealed)good

$12.00

Cheese is lovingly cold-smoked for a minimum of four hours over sustainably-sourced cherry wood pellets. Price is PER 1/2 POUND for either smoked sharp cheddar or smoked Muenster. Jalapeño jack cheese, Colby jack, and Swiss available on request.

Omelette (local eggs)good

$15.00

Chef crafted omelettes to order. Omelettes prepared in sanitary kitchen and delivered to camp, or enjoyed on our private dining patio! Choose your veggies and fillings beforehand. ~3-4 fillings included. Black coffee, sugar included. Juice included as well on request. Please bring your own cups.

Reviews

93% Recommend43 ratings · 41 reviews

Robin M.

9 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Book it

17 ft campervan

Chef Udo is a plethora of knowledge with cooking skills to match. He and his family went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and safe. Working while traveling also has an added element so rest assured, Verizon gave me enough bars to download work files without too much delay no matter where on the property you end up setting up. I booked at the last minute which meant no brine chicken but after a chat he came up with several options that would be feasible and it did disappoint! A home cooked meal while driving cross country topped any expectations. After a long day of travel this place, the view, the people and the food have made it one of my all time favorite hip camps. As a single woman traveling I would absolutely recommend for anyone, especially the brave women solo travelers. Do yourself a favor and order some food too.

Anahma S.

3 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

15 ft campervan

Chef-Üdø made us a great gumbo dinner (which can be ordered as an extra once you hit ‘reserve’ on the app) and set us up with a fun evening camp. He had a good recommendation for a local hike which we enjoyed taking the next morning.

Remi D.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Great communication

18 ft pop-up camper · With kids

All the way to the day we were supposed to camp, Chef Udo has been in contact with us, proposing different options for the food we ordered and being absolutly amazing. Would recommend doing business with him any time!

Mike M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent

I like to think I’m easy going minimalist - this was definitely the spot for me! I did the Bataan death march and tent camped - the weather was so nice 3 nights I did air mattress in back of pickup. Chef-Udo was very friendly. He gave me the lay of the land and cooked some amazing meals. He even made suggestions for me when I had time. Actually suggested fishing in Lincoln National forest and I caught some and he fried them up for me. What a blast.

Kimberly C.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

2 night stay

Tent

Host was awesome and food was great! We had a lot of fun!

Todd T.

6 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Very flexible

28 ft Class C

Very accommodating and helpful guy. There was a record dust storm on our way and so the road was blocked and we could not end up staying there, but chef Udo was very understanding and helpful letting us know what the dangers were. Can’t imagine anyone being more helpful in the lousy conditions we found ourselves. Are they recommend the person.

Location

Alamogordo, Otero, New Mexico, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Mescalero Apache and Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking