Group Campgrounds in New Mexico
New Mexico has 12 group campgrounds in the Camphive database — sites designed for larger parties, scout troops, family reunions, and events. Each listing below links to a full page with location, fees, scenic rating, and photos. Group sites usually require reservations well in advance, so check each spot's details early.
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Of the 12 top-rated spots listed below, 12 are free.
Group camping spots in New Mexico
- BLACK BEAR GROUP AREA — BLACK BEAR GROUP AREA · Vistas 7.9
- HOLY GHOST GROUP AREA — HOLY GHOST GROUP AREA · Vistas 7.7
- LOWER FIR GROUP AREA — LOWER FIR GROUP AREA · Vistas 7.5
- Aspen Group Area (Lincoln National Forest, NM) — Aspen Group Area (Lincoln National Forest, NM) · Vistas 7.2
- JACKS CREEK GROUP AREA — JACKS CREEK GROUP AREA · Vistas 7.2
- UPPER FIR GROUP AREA — UPPER FIR GROUP AREA · Vistas 7
- AMOLE CANYON GROUP SHELTER — AMOLE CANYON GROUP SHELTER · Vistas 6.7
- Paliza Group Campground — Paliza Group Campground · Vistas 6.5
- SLIDE GROUP AREA — SLIDE GROUP AREA · Vistas 6.5
- Ponderosa Group Campground (NM) — Ponderosa Group Campground (NM) · Free · Vistas 6.5
- Clear Creek Group Campground (NM) — Clear Creek Group Campground (NM) · Vistas 6.3
- Oak Yucca and Locust Group Picnic Sites — Oak Yucca and Locust Group Picnic Sites · Vistas 5.5
Open the interactive New Mexico camping map on Camphive to browse all 12 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
New Mexico camping FAQ
Do group campgrounds in New Mexico require reservations?
Almost always. Group sites are reservation-only in most areas and popular dates fill months ahead. Each of the 12 listings on this page links to a detail page with location and fee information so you can plan early.
How many people do group campsites hold?
It varies by site, commonly from around 15 up to 100 or more people. Check the individual spot page and the managing agency's listing for exact capacity, parking, and amenity details.
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