Valley Of Fires campground
Valley Of Fires
The Valley of Fires Campground is near several points of interest, such as the White Sands National Park, the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site, and the Space Museum. The area is also a prime spot for stargazing with minimal light pollution.
An interesting fact about the Valley of Fires is that the land was created 5,000-6,000 years ago by lava flows from a nearby volcano. The lava covered over 125 square miles, and the result was the Valley of Fires landscape you see today.
The best time of year to visit the Valley of Fires is from March to May and September to November. During these months, the average temperature is around 70°F during the day and 40°F at night. However, the campground is open year-round, and temperatures can reach up to 100°F during the summer months.
Overall, the Valley of Fires Campground offers a unique camping experience with breathtaking views, nearby points of interest, and the opportunity to witness geological history firsthand.
What's on-site at Valley Of Fires
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 Valley Of Fires, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| South Fork | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Three Rivers Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Three Rivers | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Monjeau | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Valley Of Fires -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Creek Below South Fork Near Alto | 0 cfs | → |
| Rio Ruidoso At Ruidoso | 4 cfs | → |
| Rio Ruidoso At Hollywood | 5 cfs | → |
| Tularosa Creek Near Bent | 15 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek Near Tularosa | 0 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande Conveyance Channel At San Marcial | 72 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Valley Of Fires -- 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.
Parks
- Valley Of Fires Recreation Area
- Wilderness White Mountain
- Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area
- Links At Sierra Blanca
- Cibola National Forest
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Of Three Rivers, Including 5 Segments Branching South And East To Western Nf Boundary At Three Rivers Campground
- Confluence Of 2 Headwaters For South Fork (Sec 28, T10s, R11e) To Southern Boundary Of South Fork Campground
- Headwaters Nf Rio Ruidoso To Nf Boundary
- Rio Bonito
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 Valley Of Fires as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Valley Of Fires
Can I make reservations at Valley Of Fires?
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 Valley Of Fires?
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 Valley Of Fires.