Steven T
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
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About Aspen Group Area (Lincoln National Forest, NM)
At an elevation of almost 9 ft., campers at the Aspen Group Area can expect cool, crisp, mountain breezes coming off the steep Sacramento Mountains - perfect for an escape from the scorching desert valley below. The campground is surrounded by mixed pine, fir, and plenty of white-trunked aspen trees, with a high likelihood of blue skies above.
The Sacramento Mountains overlook Dog Canyon and the Tularosa Basin. Take advantage of the campground's high elevation and revel in the breathtaking beauty of the region's unspoiled vistas stretching out over the Tularosa Basin. Wildlife in the area includes elk, deer, bears. With some luck, you could even spot a roadrunner.
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1, Loop: ASPEN
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- Pet Friendly
- Gravel
- Driveway entry: Back-In
Site Details
Up to 70 guests
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Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Back-In
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Pet Friendly
Reviews
9 reviews
Summary
The Aspen Group Area offers pleasant shaded areas and ideal locations for tent camping. Reviewers appreciate the natural surroundings and the suitability for outdoor activities. Overall, it's a favorable destination for camping enthusiasts.
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Steven T
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
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Greg E
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
This site has nice shade and great spots for tents.
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Luis F
VerifiedAugust 6, 2024 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
Splendid scenery, the camp host was excellent! Facilities are well-maintained. The site is only couple miles from nearby village for delicious food and restaurants, fuel and supplies. Highly recommend it.
We will be returning soon!
Thank you!
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Debbie S
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
Campground and bathrooms were nice and clean. This is a beautiful campsite and we will definitely be back.
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Luis F
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
The Aspen campground was very well-maintained. The restrooms were clean. Jim, the friendly camp host visited each day, checked to see if we needed anything, and inspected the restrooms to ensure they were clean and stocked with necessary supplies. The camp site was free of litter and trash. The scenery was awesome! We saw several deer and elk walk through the camp. The nearby village of Cloudcroft,NM has lots of shops and restaurant options, as well as gas station and camp supplies. We definitely enjoyed our stay!
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Shawn H
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
We have stayed at this campsite each summer for years. The camp host is amazing and the campsite met our needs.
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Cesar G
VerifiedAugust 16, 2021 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
Very well kept campground and very clean restrooms. Camp host checked in to make sure everything was well and offered firewood.
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Brenda L
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 Stayed at: 1, Loop: ASPEN
Great, beautiful area.
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Location & Directions for Aspen Group Area (Lincoln National Forest, NM)
Po Box 836, Cloudcroft, NM 88317 United States
Elevation: 2,536 ft
Getting There
In southeast New Mexico, approximately 20 mi east of Alamagordo. From
Alamagordo take US 82 east and go 16 mi. Just before Cloudcraft turn
right (South) on NM 130. Go 1.4 mi. Turn left (east) on Forest Road
24B, go 0.5 mi. Aspen Group Area is o...
In southeast New Mexico, approximately 20 mi east of Alamagordo. From
Alamagordo take US 82 east and go 16 mi. Just before Cloudcraft turn
right (South) on NM 130. Go 1.4 mi. Turn left (east) on Forest Road
24B, go 0.5 mi. Aspen Group Area is on the left across from
Black Bear Group Area.
Highway access
The Aspen Group Area is accessible from US 82, which is approximately 16 miles from Alamagordo. NM 130 provides access from US 82 and leads to the campground.
Near White Sands National Park
The closest entrance is: White Sands National Park Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 34 mi · 58 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Call 575-682-1518 prior to arrival to get the lock combination.
- No public phone.
- Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
- Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests. Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
- Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- For more information on the Lincoln National Forest, please visit Home | Lincoln National Forest | Forest Service
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