Cave Campground campground
Cave Campground
One of the most prominent nearby points of interest is the nearby Ski Apache resort, which offers skiing and snowboarding during the winter months. Additionally, the Lincoln National Forest and White Sands National Monument are both within driving distance, offering additional opportunities for outdoor adventure.
The campground itself offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, with amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The Cave Campground is also home to a number of interesting rock formations, including the nearby Cave Rock.
The best time of year to visit the Cave Campground is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the low 80s during the day and dropping to the mid-40s at night. However, visitors should be aware that this area can experience sudden and intense thunderstorms during the summer months, so it is important to be prepared for inclement weather.
Overall, the Cave Campground offers a unique and beautiful camping experience in the Rio Hondo watershed of New Mexico, with a variety of outdoor activities available and stunning scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
What's on-site at Cave Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Cave Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jagger's Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Baca Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Monjeau | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Monjeau Lookout | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sam Tobias Memorial Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cave Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruidoso At Hollywood | 5 cfs | → |
| Eagle Creek Below South Fork Near Alto | 0 cfs | → |
| Rio Ruidoso At Ruidoso | 4 cfs | → |
| Tularosa Creek Near Bent | 14 cfs | → |
| Rio Hondo At Diamond A Ranch Nr Roswell | · | → |
| Rio Hondo Blw Diamond A Dam Nr Roswell | · | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cave Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Blanca | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cave Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cave Campground
Can I make reservations at Cave Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Cave Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Cave Campground.