Deerhead Campground
Deerhead Campground offers 19 sites and is very close to the Village of Cloudcroft. Access to the Rim Trail (T105) trailhead is just across the street. Tables, fire rings, pedestal grills parking spurs, toilets, central garbage depository are all available at this campground.
Reservations can be made at Recreation.gov
Reservations
To make a reservation visit Recreation.gov
General Information
Opens May 15 - Closure October 11, 2026 at noon. The last night to camp is October 10, 2026.
Stay limit 14 days, 20 sites, no RV's >25'
Discounts for National Parks Lifetime Senior and Access passes honored.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $32 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $10 per vehicle per night
Campsite: $32 per night for single unit. $10 per night for each additional vehicle
Showers $7.00 (available at near by Silver Overflow Campground)
Water: Free if camping or 5 gallons free. $0.30 per gallon after that
Trash: Free if camping or $3 per bag per day
Firewood (if available): $9 per bag/bundle
Contact Name: Explor US
Contact Phone: bpmelotte@goexplorus.com
Address: 4 Lost Lodge Rd, Cloudcroft, NM 88317
Phone: 575-682-2551
Hours: M-F: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 32.94401
Longitude: -105.74601
Directions
From the west side of Cloudcroft, turn south onto NM130 and travel 1 mile. The campground entrance will be on your right just past the turnoff to the Ranger Station.
Parking
Yes
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault TolietsWater
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Yes
