Top Campgrounds and RV Parks in Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Discover the unique and diverse landscapes that await at Guadalupe Mountains National Park, where mountains and canyons, deserts, and dunes converge to create an unparalleled experience. This national park, situated in west Texas just south of the New Mexico state line, encompasses 86,416 acres of natural wonders and historical significance. Home to the world's most extensive Permian fossil reef, it also boasts the distinction of harboring the four highest peaks in Texas. Amidst the arid Chihuahuan Desert, the Guadalupe Mountains soar over 3,000 feet, showcasing iconic features such as El Capitan, a breathtaking 1,000-foot-high limestone cliff, and Guadalupe Peak, the loftiest point in Texas at 8,751 feet above sea level.

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Pine Springs Campground

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For those seeking RV camping, the designated area features a paved parking lot with 13 sites, providing a convenient base for exploration. RV and trailer lengths of 55 feet or longer are restricted, ensuring a comfortable fit within the defined spaces marked by painted lines and numbers on the pavement. While there are no hookups or dump stations, RV campsite #21 is wheelchair accessible, enhancing accessibility for all campers. The Pine Springs Campground beckons with simplicity and natural beauty, making it an ideal retreat for those looking to immerse themselves in the desert landscapes near Guadalupe Peak.

Why You’ll Love Pine Springs Campground

Found near the Pine Springs Visitor Center, the Pine Springs Campground provides a straightforward and serene desert camping experience in Pine Springs Canyon, close to the majestic Guadalupe Peak. Offering essential amenities, the campground ensures camper comfort with potable water exclusively for water bottles and hydration packs, accessible flush-toilet restrooms, and a utility sink. Although showers are not available within the campground, tent campers can choose from 20 leveled, gravel walk-in sites, each adorned with small junipers and oaks that offer partial shading. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, and individual campsite occupancy is limited to 6 people and 2 tents.

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Dog Canyon Campground

While camping in the serene surroundings, visitors can enjoy essential amenities, including drinking water and flush toilets at the campground. It's important to note that Dog Canyon Campground does not offer hookups, dump stations, or shower facilities. To ensure environmental preservation, only cooking stoves are permitted, with restrictions on the use of charcoal, wood fires, and propane firepits. The Dog Canyon Campground invites nature enthusiasts to revel in the beauty of its elevated landscape while embracing the simplicity and peacefulness of the camping experience.

Why You’ll Love Dog Canyon Campground

Situated approximately two hours away from the Pine Springs area, Dog Canyon boasts an elevation of 6,300 feet, offering a refreshing change in scenery. The Dog Canyon Campground beckons with 9 tent sites and 4 RV sites, providing a tranquil setting for campers seeking a unique outdoor experience. For larger groups of 10-20 individuals, there's an exclusive group site at Dog Canyon available for reservation.

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Frijole Horse Corral Campground

If your group doesn't require accommodations for stock use, we recommend considering a campsite at the Pine Springs Campground, conveniently situated just one mile west of the Frijole Horse Corral Campground. Frijole Horse Corral Campground is strategically positioned one mile east of the Pine Springs Visitor Center, located off U.S. 62/180, and sits at an elevation of 5,400 feet. This campground features a spacious gravel parking area, serving as a trailhead for accessing the Foothills and Frijole trails, and offers additional parking for horse trailers. The picturesque surroundings showcase prominent landmarks, including Hunter Peak, El Capitan, and the iconic Guadalupe Peak, visible from the campground. Venturing up either side of Pine Springs canyon reveals breathtaking views of the surrounding desert landscape.

Why You’ll Love Frijole Horse Corral Campground

Embraced by the natural beauty of the region, Frijole Horse Corral Campground serves as a gateway to exploration and adventure. Its strategic location, combined with the convenience of trailhead access and ample parking for horse trailers, makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a unique camping experience with easy access to the scenic trails and iconic peaks that grace the Guadalupe Mountains National Park.

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White’s City RV Park

Located in White’s City at the intersection of National Parks Highway and Carlsbad Cavern Highway, this RV park is as close as you can get to the Carlsbad Caverns. It sits directly outside of the entrance to the National Park, so you can even walk to it. It’s a 4 mile hike to the visitor’s center. White’s City itself is a small town, but it has everything you could need, including supply stores and restaurants.

Why You’ll Love White’s City RV Park

This RV park is very small and somewhat minimal, but it can’t be topped in terms of convenience. It’s the only RV park at the entrance of the Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Check-in is quick and easy.

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In Summary

Guadalupe Mountains National Park weaves together a rich tapestry of environmental diversity, from the resilient flora and fauna to the compelling stories of lives shaped by conflicts, cooperation, and survival. The park's commitment to preserving these natural wonders is evident in its three developed campgrounds, welcoming visitors year-round. These campgrounds provide an opportunity for both tent and vehicle camping, catering to RVs and other vehicles, with one campground exclusively designated for groups with horses, ensuring a range of camping options for all who seek to immerse themselves in the wonders of Guadalupe Mountains National Park.