Oliver Lee Memorial
Open year-round. Entrance construction is expected to continue through September 2026. The dump station and group camping area are closed during construction; general camping remains available.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 9:32AM MDT until July 21 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Gila Region and portions of Otero County. * WHEN...Monday afternoon and evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Located approximately 12 miles southeast of Alamogordo at the dramatic western escarpment of the Sacramento Mountains, Oliver Lee Memorial State Park campground provides a desert basecamp with exceptional scenery. The campground features 57 developed sites including 16 with water and electric hookups (30 and 50 amp), 24 dry camping sites, and several ADA-accessible options. Sites are nestled among desert grasses and cacti with varying elevations that create natural privacy. The park preserves the historic Oliver Lee Ranch and the unique riparian ecosystem of Dog Canyon, where cottonwood-shaded pools offer a stark contrast to the surrounding desert. Campers can explore the short Riparian Nature Trail or tackle the challenging Dog Canyon Trail ascending into the mountains. A visitor center provides interpretive exhibits on the area's natural and cultural history.
Directions
From Alamogordo, take US-54 south for approximately 10 miles, then turn east onto Dog Canyon Road. The park entrance is about 4 miles on Dog Canyon Road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Katherine.German@emnrd.nm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (575) 437-8284 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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