Jan F
May 23, 2022
When we arrived. the campground had not been cleaned, the bathrooms had not been unlocked and the water tank wasn't there.
We made a call and someone came to do all that with in 30 minutes
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About Slide Group Area
Just two miles from the village of Cloudcroft is this idyllic campground accommodating groups up to 90 visitors. Take advantage of the views of the Tularosa Basin or bask in the sun on the wildflower-dusted mountain meadow. A network of trails surround the campground, where you can look for deer, elk, and many types of birds. The region is part of the 1.1 million acres of Lincoln National Forest, where the original Smokey Bear was rescued as a cub from a forest fire.
There's no shortage of beauty in the area, with expansive blue skies, clear nights for stargazing, and hikes to several peaks and overlooks. Attractions in the vicinity include White Sands National Monument, the Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, and the Sunspot Museum - home to the national solar observatory.
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Slide Group Area is a fantastic camping site with a beautiful wooded setting and a secluded canyon ideal for younger campers. The camp hosts, Tom and Cheryl, are highly praised for their exceptional maintenance of restrooms and trash, enhancing the overall experience. While proximity to the Rim Trail may lead to occasional hiker traffic, the abundance of wildlife and positive group dynamics make it a preferred choice for many.
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William D
September 19, 2021
I never knew camping could be so awesome in a state park! We had my sons 10th Birthday party at Slide Group Site. We had over 45 people show up on Saturday for his party. The weekend was extra special with our family camping with us. Having a full site with no other campers within a couple of miles was priceless. The rim trail is right next to the site and we had no issues with hikers coming into the site. We have reserved this site for a full family reunion next year and we can’t wait!
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William D
September 19, 2021
I never knew camping could be so awesome in a state park! We had my sons 10th Birthday party at Slide Group Site. We had over 45 people show up on Saturday for his party. The weekend was extra special with our family camping with us. Having a full site with no other campers within a couple of miles was priceless. The rim trail is right next to the site and we had no issues with hikers coming into the site. We have reserved this site for a full family reunion next year and we can’t wait!
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Juan U
January 16, 2020
Great place for the cub scouts!
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Juan U
January 16, 2020
Great place for the cub scouts!
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Location & Directions for Slide Group Area
Po Box 836, Cloudcroft, NM 88317 United States
Elevation: 2,806 ft
Getting There
Located in southeast New Mexico, Slide Group Area is approximately 20 mi east of Alamogordo. From Alamogordo, take Highway 82 east 16 mi. Just before Cloudcroft, turn right (south) on Highway 130, go
approximatley 2 mi. Turn right (west) on NM 65...
Located in southeast New Mexico, Slide Group Area is approximately 20 mi east of Alamogordo. From Alamogordo, take Highway 82 east 16 mi. Just before Cloudcroft, turn right (south) on Highway 130, go
approximatley 2 mi. Turn right (west) on NM 6563, the Sunspot Highway
Go approximately 1/4 mi. Slide Group Area is on the right.
Near White Sands National Park
The closest entrance is: White Sands National Park Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 25.2 mi · 43 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
- Contact the office for the lock combination before arrival.
- Reserved sites are held until noon the day after arrival; sites must be occupied by that time to avoid forfeiture.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Local regulations
- No public phone is available on-site.
- Visit the Lincoln National Forest website for more information.
Fires & fuel
- Fire restrictions may be implemented during hot, dry weather; campfires and charcoal fires may be prohibited.
- Obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site to prevent pest spread.
Cancellation policy
- Refund requests incur a $10 processing fee; non-refundable fees will not be returned.
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Population: 630
Nearby city: Las Cruces, NM
Approx. 65 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 8,665 ft
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