Shumard Campground campground
Shumard Campground
The best time to visit Shumard Campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is pleasant and mild. Summers can get hot, so it is recommended to bring appropriate gear to stay cool. The campground is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including tall trees and stunning views, making it a great spot for nature lovers and photographers. However, campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, such as bears and rattlesnakes, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. Overall, Shumard Campground provides a peaceful and well-equipped camping experience for visitors seeking a natural retreat in the state of New Mexico.
What's on-site at Shumard 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 Shumard Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shumyard Canyon Backcountry Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Guadalupe Peak Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bush Mountain Backcountry Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bush Mountain Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Top Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Shumard Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dark Canyon Draw Near Whites City | · | → |
| Black River Above Malaga | 14 cfs | → |
| Delaware River Nr Red Bluff | 49 cfs | → |
| Pecos River At Red Bluff | 59 cfs | → |
| Rocky Arroyo At Hwy Brd Nr Carlsbad | · | → |
| Dark Canyon At Carlsbad | · | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Guadalupe Mountains
- Guadalupe Mountains National Park
- Protection Area (Administrative) Guadalupe Cave
- Lincoln National Forest
- Carlsbad Caverns National Park
- Wilderness Carlsbad Caverns
Points of interest
- Salt Basin Overlook
- Devil's Hall
- Pine Springs Headquarters And Visitor Center
- The Bowl
- Frijole Ranch Museum
- Gypsum Dunes
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Of All Streams Within Mckittrick Canyon Watershed To Nf Boundary
- Headwaters Of Big Canyon To Nf Boundary
- Headwaters Of Middle Fork Big Canyon And North Fork Big Canyon To Nf Boundary
- Southern Boundary Of Sec 3, T26s, R21e Along Dark Canyon To Confluence Of Dark And Fir Canyons In Sec 25, T25s, R21e
- Headwaters Of Cottonwood Canyon In Sec 32, T25s, R22e To Confluence Of Cottonwood And Dark Canyons In Sec 10, T25s, R22e
- Headwaters Of Horse Spring In Sec 13, T25s, R22e To Confluence Of Horse Spring And Horse Canyon In Sec 11, T25s, R22e
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 Shumard Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Shumard Campground
Can I make reservations at Shumard 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 Shumard 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 Shumard Campground.