Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground
New Mexico State Park
Write a Review 409 Dog Canyon Rd. Alamogordo, NM 88310 575-437-8284 Official WebsiteGPS: 32.7474, -105.9147
Overview of Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground
Last Price Paid: $18
Reported by Ponderosa Max on 7/23/2024
Longest RV Reported: 41 feet (Class A)
Reported by Richard on 5/9/2023
Number of Sites 44
Pad Type gravel
Reservations yes
Elevation 4,363 ft / 1,329 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 575.437.8284
Shelley asked on 3/1/2022
Can anyone verify whether NM state parks are only open to NM residents for overnight camping? A state website indicat...
FreeRoad asked on 9/3/2023
Just wondering what the weather is like in February? Thanks.
Reviews of Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground 105 people have reviewed this location.
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“Amazing!”
Reviewed 6/2/2021
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 12 |
| RV Length: | 24' (Travel Trailer) |
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We are still currently camping here, but I wanted to clear some things up from other reviews. #1 is that the camp host wants everyone to know the showers are indeed open now. They are cleaned regularly, though the water pressure isn't super strong. This place is an absolute find, and right at the foothills of the mountains (and has... more
We are still currently camping here, but I wanted to clear some things up from other reviews. #1 is that the camp host wants everyone to know the showers are indeed open now. They are cleaned regularly, though the water pressure isn't super strong.
This place is an absolute find, and right at the foothills of the mountains (and has a trailhead directly off the park). I am from Michigan and my favorite season is winter, but I don't find the heat and sun unbearable here, even though there isn't much shade.
I'm also very confused about reviewers saying it is loud, as we have had the complete opposite experience. Spots are fairly level, bathrooms and a shower, and a very friendly camp host. Even though our water pump went out on the drive here, we have made the most of it and we would definitely come back here!
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stephen21394 would stay here again
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“Beautiful campground!”
Reviewed 5/28/2021
| RV Length: | 25' (Travel Trailer) |
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We liked the place so much we extended our stay. Incredible views all around and very quiet. Great place to stay if you are visiting White Sands.
KCWP would stay here again
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“360 VIEWS!”
Reviewed 5/28/2021
| RV Length: | 24' (Travel Trailer) |
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Amazing Views. Spacious tiered spots with power and water. Quiet and well maintained. Quite hot but the sunsets and breeze at night are well worth it. Can see white sands national park in the distance.
beehivediaries would stay here again
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“Very hot with little shade. ”
Reviewed 5/26/2021
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 0 |
| Site Number: | 40 |
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This place feels like an rv park. Its a beautiful modern campsite with bathrooms and showers, gravel sites with cement picnic tables, and a paved road throughout. It honestly just felt too manufactured for me. The lack of shade at most spots combined w the beaming, harsh sun wasnt very fun. It was also very loud, the campsites are... more
This place feels like an rv park. Its a beautiful modern campsite with bathrooms and showers, gravel sites with cement picnic tables, and a paved road throughout.
It honestly just felt too manufactured for me. The lack of shade at most spots combined w the beaming, harsh sun wasnt very fun. It was also very loud, the campsites are right across from eachother. theres very little privacy.
i'll def be back here just for a day pass to hike but i doubt ill ever camp here again. theres more privacy in the dog canyon dispersed site.
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“Excellent experience.”
Reviewed 5/20/2021
| Nightly rate: | $14 |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
| Site Number: | 27 |
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As of mid-May, 2021, all campsites are by reservation only via reserveamerica.com. That website accurately describes each site's size (driveway length) and amenities. Select your site based on the amenities you need/want. All sites that have electric hookups also have water. All sites have fire rings / grills and picnic tables, but... more
As of mid-May, 2021, all campsites are by reservation only via reserveamerica.com.
That website accurately describes each site's size (driveway length) and amenities.
Select your site based on the amenities you need/want.
All sites that have electric hookups also have water.
All sites have fire rings / grills and picnic tables, but not all picnic tables have shade covers.
The volunteer hosts sell firewood for the Friends of Dog Canyon.
The volunteer hosts keep the campgrounds, showers, and toilets clean. These folks are unpaid, so be nice to them: don't litter (not even a cigarette butt, or they have to pick it up) and do PUT OUT YOUR FIRE COLD.
They'll loan you a sled/saucer for White Sands!
No glass containers.
Dogs must be leashed.
At this time, the DUMP STATION IS CLOSED but you can dump for no charge at the Texaco at the north end of Alamogordo (or at the Chamber of Commerce in town depending on the construction situation -- call ahead).
Visitor Center is currently open only on the weekends.
Call the main park number and listen to the recording for updates.
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JMM53 would stay here again
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“Beautiful park”
Reviewed 5/19/2021
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 16 |
| RV Length: | 40' (Fifth Wheel) |
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This is a pretty secluded state park with amazing views, quiet and spaced out sites. It is very clean ans well maintained. You are about 30 minutes from White Sands.
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Livin the Dream would stay here again
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“Very Tranquil ”
Reviewed 4/30/2021
| Nightly rate: | $18 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 28' (Travel Trailer) |
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Oliver lee Memorial Sate Park is a gem of a campground. The campground butts right up to the Lincoln National Forest. The views of the mountains and White Sands are exceptional. When you arrive make sure your the wooden post with your spot number on it has your name and date of your arrival attached to it. There is no attendant to meet... more
Oliver lee Memorial Sate Park is a gem of a campground. The campground butts right up to the Lincoln National Forest. The views of the mountains and White Sands are exceptional. When you arrive make sure your the wooden post with your spot number on it has your name and date of your arrival attached to it. There is no attendant to meet you to confirm your arrival or tell you where your spot is. Cell service was spotty. Sometimes it worked great and other times it would be impossible to get online. We were using both AT&T and T-mobile. The grounds are well taken care of. Don't miss this little hidden gem.
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Kim would stay here again
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“This fabulous state park is what camping is meant to be!!!”
Reviewed 4/16/2021
| Nightly rate: | $10 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 37 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Travel Trailer) |
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We secured a last minute 4 night reservation at this beautiful perfectly maintained park. We had considered staying at the BLM land directly below...but honestly feel safer staying in a park. We had a no hook up site # 37 which was huge and far enough from your neighbor that you didn't hear a thing. Fresh water was across from our sit... more
We secured a last minute 4 night reservation at this beautiful perfectly maintained park. We had considered staying at the BLM land directly below...but honestly feel safer staying in a park. We had a no hook up site # 37 which was huge and far enough from your neighbor that you didn't hear a thing. Fresh water was across from our site. We didn't use the bathrooms and the showers were still closed. The visitor center was closed but we enjoyed the beautiful Cactus Garden. This park has two trails....one an easy nature trail that was beautiful, and Dog Canyon which is a 9.5 difficult trail.....we did the first mile and back....the views were incredible....no need to fly a drone. We also visited White Sands only 30 minutes away!! Closest store is Dollar General 5 miles. We can't wait to return.....Thank you New Mexico!!!
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werairlola would stay here again
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“Stunning views, quiet, beautiful, great location - will return!”
Reviewed 4/7/2020
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 2 |
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Camped in a 35” motorhome. We are self-contained so cannot comment on restrooms/shower facilities. Site #2. Water and electric site – dump station on site. Love this Park, will return. Pros – - Spectacular views of the mountains and valley – gorgeous cactus landscape - Very quiet - Sites are quite spacious. - Convenient ... more
Camped in a 35” motorhome. We are self-contained so cannot comment on restrooms/shower facilities.
Site #2. Water and electric site – dump station on site. Love this Park, will return.
Pros –
- Spectacular views of the mountains and valley – gorgeous cactus landscape
- Very quiet
- Sites are quite spacious.
- Convenient to White Sands Nat’l Park
- Hiking trails in the park.
Cons –
- none
Gina would stay here again
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“So good, that I hate to tell everyone”
Reviewed 2/27/2020
| Nightly rate: | $18 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 4 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Class C) |
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Its remote from any major cities, but it is a spectacular state park. Well maintained and clean. Great hike from the visitor center. I will try to find a way back and stay for a few nights.
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Ccjr would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- group sites
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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