CampsiteTENT ONLY NONELECTRIC✓ ReservableElectric (N/A)

Site 9 — Dog Canyon Campground

Dog Canyon Campground · New Mexico · Loop Tent Area

Campsite 9 at Dog Canyon Campground in New Mexico. TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC site. Electric (N/A) available. Maximum 6 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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31.99490, -104.83285
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Num of Vehicles
2

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
6
Min Num of People
1
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
Yes
Campfire Allowed
No

Photos from Dog Canyon Campground

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Gravel road accessing Guadalupe Mountains National Park in the Dog Canyon area. Green grass, trees and mountains surround the road.
Gravel road accessing Guadalupe Mountains National Park in the Dog Canyon area. Green grass, trees and mountains surround the road. — NPS Photo
Dog Canyon ranger station with mountain views
Dog Canyon ranger station with mountain views — NPS Photo
Mountain views from the Tejas trail looking back toward the Dog Canyon area.
Mountain views from the Tejas trail looking back toward the Dog Canyon area. — NPS Photo
Accessible Tent Campsite
Accessible Tent Campsite — NPS Photo
A field of summer wildflowers with a backdrop of the Algerita Ridge and a bright blue skies dotted with white clouds.
A field of summer wildflowers with a backdrop of the Algerita Ridge and a bright blue skies dotted with white clouds. — NPS Photo by K Poteet
Dog Canyon RV campsite, mountains in the background and a picnic table for campers
Dog Canyon RV campsite, mountains in the background and a picnic table for campers — NPS Photo
A Horned Lizard along the Tajas trail near Dog Canyon.
A Horned Lizard along the Tajas trail near Dog Canyon. — NPS Photo
Dog Canyon Group Campsite with two tent pads delineated with landscape timbers and filled with fine crushed gravel. Three picnic tables are located in an open grassy area for groups to gather.
Dog Canyon Group Campsite with two tent pads delineated with landscape timbers and filled with fine crushed gravel. Three picnic tables are located in an open grassy area for groups to gather. — NPS Photo

Permitted Equipment

Tent

Booking Tips for Site 9

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 12:01 PM / 12:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 9?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site 9?

Maximum occupancy is 6 people and 2 vehicles.

What hookups does site 9 have?

Available hookups: electric (N/A).

Are pets allowed at site 9?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 12:01 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site 9?

Campfires are not permitted at this site. A camp stove may be acceptable — check with the campground host.