Shaded and grassy picnic area at the Slide Group Campground

Slide Group Area Fire Pit - alternate view

Slide Group Area Fire Pit

Slide Group Area Pavilion

Slide Group Area: Wide Wooden Ramada

Slide Group Area Pavilion: multiple tables and standing grills available

Slide Group Area: restrooms nearby

Slide Group Area: Group Campfire Area

Slide Group Area: wide parking

Fire pit area with benches for groups at Slide Group Campground

Slide Group Area Picnic Area under snow

Picnic Table

Slide Group Area: shaded picnic area

Slide Group Area Trash Disposal Units

Slide Group Area.

Slide Group Area Restrooms Near Pavilion

Slide Group Roadway to Site

Trail head near Slide Group Area

Slide Group Area

Slide Group Area Fie Pit

Picnic area

Slide Group Area gate entrance and sign

Shaded picnic area

<h2>Overview</h2>
Just two miles from the village of Cloudcroft is this idyllic campground accommodating groups up to 90 visitors. Take advantage of the views of the Tularosa Basin or bask in the sun on the wildflower-dusted mountain meadow. A network of trails surround the campground, where you can look for deer, elk, and many types of birds. The region is part of the 1.1 million acres of Lincoln National Forest, where the original Smokey Bear was rescued as a cub from a forest fire. 
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There's no shortage of beauty in the area, with expansive blue skies, clear nights for stargazing, and hikes to several peaks and overlooks. Attractions in the vicinity include White Sands National Monument, the Oliver Lee Memorial State Park, and the Sunspot Museum - home to the national solar observatory. </p><h2>Recreation</h2>
Slide Group Area backs into the Rim Trail, offering epic views, rocky hills, and switchbacks. Head north on the trail for mountain biking, hiking, and horse-back riding. Head south for the part of the trail that allows motorcycles. An open meadow, perfect for sports like volleyball, corn hole, or football, is connected to the campsite. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The picturesque overlook and convenient road access are unique, convenient features of this group site. Parking can accommodate approximately 12 trailers or 50 automobiles. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located on the rim of the Sacramento Mountains with a view of the Tularosa Basin. Mixed evergreen and aspens surround the 9,000 ft. elevation site. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Drive along the Sunspot Scenic Byway to catch phenomenal views of the Tularosa Basin, White Sands National Monument, and colorful desert sunsets. Cloudcroft, a quaint mountain village nearby, is also worth a visit.

Just two miles from the village of Cloudcroft is this idyllic campground accommodating groups up to 90 visitors. Take advantage of the views of the Tularosa Basin or bask in the sun on the wildflower-dusted mountain meadow. A network of trails surround the campground, where you can look for deer, elk, and many types of birds. The region is part of the 1.1 million acres of Lincoln National Forest, where the original Smokey Bear was rescued as a cub from a forest fire.

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Great Facilities and Amenities

campfire allowed

checkin time

checkout time

max num of people

max num of vehicles

pets allowed

shade

Permitted Equipment

tent-35ft

rv-35ft

trailer-35ft

Campsites

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