Sleepy Grass
Closed for the season. Opens May 15, 2026. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect forest-wide; campfires permitted in designated fire rings at developed campgrounds.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 1:51PM MDT until July 22 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central New Mexico, including the following areas, East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet, Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet and West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet. * WHEN...Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of rainfall have resulted in saturated conditions with scattered thunderstorms forecast for Wednesday. Storms will produce heavy rainfall in a short amount of time with much of the rainfall quickly becoming runoff. Thus, there is an elevated risk for flash flooding for Wednesday afternoon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Order# 03-08-01-26-001: Seven Cabins Fire Closure Amended
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety. These areas are subject to flooding effects through monsoon season and conditions could become hazardous.Closure area includes The Capitan Mountain area, from Capitan Pass along Forest Road 56 and 5643, east along the Forest…
About
Sleepy Grass Campground sits in the cool Sacramento Mountains of Lincoln National Forest, just 1.4 miles south of the village of Cloudcroft. At roughly 8,600 feet elevation, the campground provides relief from desert heat and offers access to hiking, mountain biking, and scenic drives through ponderosa pine and mixed conifer forest. The campground has 15 units consisting of 10 single sites, 2 double sites, and 3 triple sites. All sites are non-electric and suitable for tents, campers, and RVs up to 30 feet. Each site has a picnic table and access to vault toilets and potable water. Trash service is provided. Showers and an RV dump station are available at the nearby Silver Overflow recreation area for an additional fee. Sleepy Grass operates seasonally from mid-May through October, weather dependent. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. The 14-day stay limit applies, and pets are welcome on a 6-foot leash. Stage 1 fire restrictions may be in effect during high fire danger periods, though campfires in designated fire structures at developed campgrounds remain permitted.
Directions
From Cloudcroft, head south on NM 130 for 1.4 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 24B, directly across from Deerhead Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $30 - $47 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 682-1518 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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