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The camping area. First come first served.
Ed M.

As we were driving back to the RV we decided to go and check out this State Park. There was a campground and boat r along with a large area for primaries camping. As we drove around I knoticed a lot of old campfire sites that should of been cleaned up. They dotted the area and took away from the natural bursts of the lake and its surroundings. I'm not sure it's the Park Maintenance responsibility or the Rangers but come on y'all, a little clean up goes a long way. How about getting a few Boy-scouts in there to do a service project. Anyway, the Dam, the lake and the campground were nice. Drive through and see what ya think.

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Mile 10 Dispersed Camping - Texas is nearby as well to Mile 10. Overall, this campground was great for exploring 2 national parks in the area.

Mile 10 Dispersed Camping

4.0(1 review)
21.3 km

This Mile 10 Dispersed Campground was one of the most secluded and quiet "off the beaten path"…read moreplaces I have ever seen. But...for those interested in getting out in nature in almost the middle of nowhere, then this spot is for you. Well actually, for those adventurers exploring the Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains area...then this campground is sufficient. Let me explain a little more about Mile 10 Campground. I discovered it on the trusty app on my phone called Campendium. And as I have mentioned countless times, Campdendium is an absolute MUST download for those enthusiasts interested in sleeping in the great outdoors rather than paying up for a hotel/motel/lodge. This Campendium is ideal for those on a limited budget. And Campendium is also good for folks and tourists bringing their RV's/Campers...it assists in finding any campsite anywhere as long as you have internet connection on your phone. But...back to this Mile 10 Campground. I swear...wow...this place was one of the most desolate camping areas along my entire cross country road trip!!! When I reflect back on all the terrific outdoor campground spots that I frequented...this spot reminds me of loneliness. Pure loneliness, lol. That's okay though. It's actually good. I even stayed here on 2 consecutive evenings because it was so quiet and undisturbed, I knew I'd have no issue returning and finding availability after my day long hikes and explorations. So...I was guaranteed a place to set up my tent...without having to pay a fee so that I can enjoy truly being in the middle, in the heart of the southwestern desert!!! And that's what I genuinely appreciated about Mile 10. If you want to feel the ultimate true essence for the desert, this campground is right up your alley!!! Here are some important details from Mile 10 Campground... - When I arrived it was just simply choosing a spot and then good to go. No need to pay any money or fill out a form for my camping. I parked my car in front of my tenting section and that was it. - This area was absolutely big enough to accommodate trailers and RV's. - During my time here on both evenings there were other campers staying on the grounds as well...but certainly enough space to be far away from each other. - There were no rules or regulations. Although it was so hot during summer, I was still able to barbecue using charcoal. - I swear...the surroundings here were pure desert. Wait till you see my photos, lol. The main reason for me coming to Mile 10 right on the border of Texas and New Mexico was because of the easy accessibility for sleeping overnight while exploring Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks. For two national parks being so conveniently located next to each other, I used Mile 10 as my "home base" at night before returning to both parks the following days...ultimately I spent 3 full days. Another good aspect was the city of Carlsbad, New Mexico being situated right nearby. If I needed gas, supplies or just real food in Carlsbad, all it took was about a 25 mile drive or so to get back to civilization. Actually, when I was here back in September on a Sunday...I headed back into Carlsbad and watched the NFL football games for the day before coming back to enjoy more of the parks. In the end...Mile 10 had great elements to it. One thing...there weren't any vault toilets here. So when I had to go...I just went. Obviously...showers and or running water were non-existent. This Mile 10 was pure isolation. Mile 10 is located right off Highways 62 and 180 depending on which direction your coming from. From the picture you'll see, I literally saw a sign from the road stating "Mile 10" and I turned onto the campgrounds. It was that convenient. The road entering was gravel but nothing difficult for my midsize car. And if anyone cares...this entire region along Highways 62 and 180 had reasonable camping spots if you decide not to choose Mile 10. Just plug away at other locations on Campendium. I'll list a few other campgrounds nearby.... - Chosa Campground - Sunset Reef Campground - Parks Ranch Campground - Camp Washington Ranch - White's City RV Park - Fence Canyon Overall, if Mile 10 isn't your preference...you can try a list of those. Lastly, not having to pay a fee to stay and knowing I'd have no problems reserving or getting a campsite here put me at ease during my time in this national parks part of the country. I was more than happy with Mile 10. I happily recommend it. Ultimately...this campground just gave me time and opportunities to appreciate the simpler things in life including even looking up at the stars at night. I am the most casual, blue collar person you'll ever meet and this Mile 10 checked the box for me as a fulfilling overnight place to rest and relax.

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Mile 10 Dispersed Camping - Just enjoying the great outdoors in the heart of the southwestern desert.

Just enjoying the great outdoors in the heart of the southwestern desert.

Mile 10 Dispersed Camping - Lol, gotta have a picture with the Mile 10 sign. It was so deserted here.

Lol, gotta have a picture with the Mile 10 sign. It was so deserted here.

Mile 10 Dispersed Camping - I found a spot, parked my car and set up my tent at Mile 10. Look at how secluded this campsite was!

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I found a spot, parked my car and set up my tent at Mile 10. Look at how secluded this campsite was!

Bud's Place RV Park

Bud's Place RV Park

2.8(6 reviews)
20.7 km

Just moved to the campground at the beginning of July and so far we really like it. I love that…read morethere's grass and trees to look at and a shared kitchen space outside is nice. The campground mows and waters the grass. Just used the laundry for the first time and it's super convenient. You can download an app on your phone to see how many washers/dryers are available, pay through the app, and it shows you how much time is left on your laundry after you start it. Only negative to me is lack of lighting at night. Some spots have streetlights but many spots don't so it's hard to see when you're cooking outside after the sun goes down. We have our own wifi so I can't speak for the wifi here. I would definitely recommend this RV park.

If I loved smoking and barking dogs I might give another star. Called a week ahead for…read morereservations. Arrived on a Sunday to a closed office and no information posted on how to reach someone. Some long term residents gave us a person to contact. Lana apologized profusely for not texting us the info we'd need. She gave us our spot number but we needed help finding it because there was a big truck parked there. In both instances other guests were super helpful. Just wanted to hook up and watch the super bowl. No cable stations found. Went to the beautiful new restroom/laundry complex (honestly impressive) the women's restroom smelled like cigarettes, cigarette butt ground into the polished concrete floor. Husband had to search for a roll of TP in the restroom. Barking dogs and workers who leave for work before dawn made its rough nights sleep. And all this was $9 more a night than the beautifully appointed place we'd stayed at in Las Cruces.

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Bud's Place RV Park
Bud's Place RV Park
Bud's Place RV Park

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