Dog Canyon Campground

Overview of Dog Canyon campground and loop road with view of mountains in the background.
Gravel road accessing Guadalupe Mountains National Park in the Dog Canyon area. Green grass, trees and mountains surround the road.
Dog Canyon ranger station with mountain views
Mountain views from the Tejas trail looking back toward the Dog Canyon area.
Accessible Tent Campsite

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

14 total sites

RV Sites

4 sites

Tent Sites

10 sites

About Dog Canyon Campground

Dog Canyon is a 70-mile (113 km) drive from the nearest town of Carlsbad, New Mexico and is 110 miles (177 km) from the Pine Spring Visitor Center & Campground (a 2 hour drive time). Before booking a reservation: It is your responsibility to review all (Site Details, Allowable Equipment, Allowable Vehicle/Driveway and Need to Know) for the individual campsite. Failing to do so may result in being prohibited from occupying the site upon your arrival. Refunds are not provided by the park. Dog Canyon Campground lies in the secluded, forested canyon on the north side of Guadalupe Mountains National Park at an elevation of 6,300 feet (1920 m). It is located at the end of NM Hwy. 137 (Queen Highway). This quiet location is great for relaxing, wildlife watching and hiking.   The campground is open year-round and is busiest, March-May and September-November.

Number of accommodations: 14

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

14 Sites Available

Site
Price
1, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
2, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
3, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
4, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
5, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
6, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
7, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
8, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
9, Loop: Tent Area Tent
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Group Site, Loop: Tent Area Tent
20 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 RV-A, Loop: RV Area RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 RV-B, Loop: RV Area RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 RV-C, Loop: RV Area RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 RV-D, Loop: RV Area RV
Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (445)

Review Summary

4.5
445 reviews
5
68.5%
305
4
19.6%
87
3
5.6%
25
2
4.0%
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2.2%
10

Steven K

Verified

March 23, 2026 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Tent Area

5

Great, secluded campground. All other campers were respectful, and the bathroom facilities were adequate. The drive to the campground, though quite long, was an enjoyable drive through interesting country.

Ben L

Verified

March 18, 2026 Stayed at: 2, Loop: Tent Area

4

Nice remote campground. Decent space between campsites with a short walk in from parking area. Much more wind protection and somewhat more shade than the other side of the park. Limited hiking trails, but they are beautiful. High grass along most of trails, so wear pants. Campsites 1 and 2 are quite close to the bathroom, which I didn’t love but might be preferable for some people. Peaceful and beautiful place.

Ben L

Verified

March 18, 2026 Stayed at: 2, Loop: Tent Area

4

Nice remote campground. Decent space between campsites with a short walk in from parking area. Much more wind protection and somewhat more shade than the other side of the park. Limited hiking trails, but they are beautiful. High grass along most of trails, so wear pants. Campsites 1 and 2 are quite close to the bathroom, which I didn’t love but might be preferable for some people. Peaceful and beautiful place.

Keith G

Verified

March 16, 2026 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Tent Area

5

SIte 5 was shaded slightly and great location near fence. Bathroom heated and working order. Dishwashing sink was great help. There was some wifi coverage near the upper parking lot and ranger station. beautiful location and quiet.

Keith G

Verified

March 16, 2026 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Tent Area

5

SIte 5 was shaded slightly and great location near fence. Bathroom heated and working order. Dishwashing sink was great help. There was some wifi coverage near the upper parking lot and ranger station. beautiful location and quiet.

bert v

Verified

March 13, 2026 Stayed at: RV-C, Loop: RV Area

1

So much place overthere and then just a smal parking next to each other. And, 24 hours/ a parcked owned diesel-generator! disturbing the silence and the evironment.

bert v

Verified

March 13, 2026 Stayed at: RV-C, Loop: RV Area

1

So much place overthere and then just a smal parking next to each other. And, 24 hours/ a parcked owned diesel-generator! disturbing the silence and the evironment.

Karen S

Verified

March 3, 2026 Stayed at: RV-D, Loop: RV Area

4

sites not clearly marked

Karen S

Verified

March 3, 2026 Stayed at: RV-D, Loop: RV Area

4

sites not clearly marked

Odgers A

Verified

March 2, 2026 Stayed at: RV-A, Loop: RV Area

5

Beautiful spot that’s way off the beaten track but worth the drive if you are looking for solitude. Great trail starting at the campground. Only drawback was the RV sites, which are basically just a parking area with no privacy, but we ended up moving to the parking area for the tent sites because nobody was there. Would definitely go back.

Location Dog Canyon Campground

Address:
400 Pine Canyon Drive
Salt Flat, TX, 79847
United States

Elevation: 1912 feet

Distance to downtown

76 mi drive to downtown Salt Flat (about 2 hr 34 min)

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Last updated: August 4, 2026

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