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Sunset Reef Campground

Sunset Reef Campground is a reclaimed well pad with 11 developed campsites; five RV spaces and six tent sites. Each site has a shaded picnic table, fire pit and grill for your camping convenience with a vault toilet on site. Visitors can dry camp at this campground for a maximum of five nights for free. If on the hunt for a great place to camp while exploring the two national parks in the area, this is the place to stay! Carlsbad Caverns is a 25-minute drive (14 miles) to the north and…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 32.11958, -104.43222

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Parks Ranch Cave
  • Chosa Campground
  • Carlsbad Caverns National Park Tours
  • Visitor Center
  • Dark Canyon Lookout Observation Site
  • McKittrick Canyon Contact Station

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Reef Campground reservable?

Sunset Reef Campground is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Sunset Reef Campground?

See the map for Sunset Reef Campground's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Sunset Reef Campground?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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