Oliver Lee Memorial

Open — Open year-round with sites available for reservation. The park entrance is currently under construction through June 2026; the group area and dump station are closed during construction. Water system is offline December 29 through January 5, 2026, for maintenance; porta-potties are available and camping remains open but without water or showers during this period.

About

Set against the dramatic Sacramento Mountains, Oliver Lee Memorial State Park provides a quiet desert camping experience in the Chihuahuan Desert. The campground sits at the mouth of Dog Canyon and features large, level campsites surrounded by desert grasses, mesquite, ocotillo, creosote, yucca, and various cacti species. The park offers access to hiking trails through Dog Canyon, which features unique oasis pools under cottonwood trees. Visitors can tour Oliver Lee's restored 19th-century ranch house and explore extensive exhibits at the visitor center that showcase the natural and human history of the area. Located just 12 miles southeast of Alamogordo, the park combines desert scenery with mountain views and opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Directions

Located approximately 12 miles southeast of Alamogordo, NM. From Alamogordo, take US Highway 54 south 8 miles. Turn left (east) on Dog Canyon Road and go 4 miles to the park.

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