Deerhead Campground

About

Deerhead Campground is located in the Sacramento Mountains of Lincoln National Forest, just outside the village of Cloudcroft at an elevation of 8,700 feet. The campground features 19 standard sites nestled among large pine trees that provide excellent shade. Paved roads wind through the campground, and each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and pedestal grill. The Rim Trail (T105) trailhead sits directly across from the campground entrance, offering immediate access to hiking. Wildlife viewing is a highlight, with the Lincoln National Forest supporting a substantial elk population. The campground also provides views of the White Sands National Park salt flats in the distance. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water from spigots, and a central trash collection point. Showers are not available on-site but can be accessed at nearby Silver Overflow Campground for $7. The maximum RV length is 25 feet, making this best suited for tent campers, small trailers, and compact RVs. The Trestle Recreation Area is less than 2 miles away, and the town of Alamogordo with full services is approximately 20 miles distant.

Directions

From the west side of Cloudcroft, turn south onto NM 310 and travel 1 mile. The campground entrance is on the right, just past the turnoff for the Ranger Station.