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Dog Canyon Campground

400 Pine Canyon Drive, Salt Flat, Texas, United States

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
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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)

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

Reviews (435)

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Review Summary

4.5
435 reviews
5
68.5%
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Jeff C

Verified

October 18, 2021 • Stayed at: RV-A, Loop: RV Area

5

The campground is so far out of the way, so secluded, that even though it was full on the weekend, it seemed very quiet and calm. It's fairly sheltered from the winds that can kick up, and offers beautiful sunrises and sets. My only wish would be for more hiking trails leading out of the camp.

Kaylen T

Verified

October 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: Tent Area

5

Great campground! Sink to wash dishes, flushable toilets, beautiful views.

Kaylen T

Verified

October 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: Tent Area

5

Great campground! Sink to wash dishes, flushable toilets, beautiful views.

JAMES M

Verified

October 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Tent Area

5

Very clean

JAMES M

Verified

October 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Tent Area

5

Very clean

Location Dog Canyon Campground

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

Latitude & Longitude: 31.9949 / -104.833

Elevation: 1912 feet

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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