U.S. Forest Service · Lincoln National Forest

Saddle (Nm)

Saddle Campground offers 16 single units for tents or RVs up to 30 feet. This area is composed of a beautiful mixed conifer/aspen forest and sits at an elevation of 8,900 feet which provides Southern New Mexico an escape from summer heat on the desert floor. This campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, parking spurs, toilets, and a central garbage depository. Interpretive trails are also available. This campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, parking spurs, toilets, and a central garbage depository. Between 05/22/2026 and 09/06/2026 this location is staffed. Please call (575) 682-1518 to speak with local staff.

Reservable21 sites

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Campsites

Standard, no hookups	17
Host/management	4
Total	21

Amenities & rules

Max vehicle length 30 ft

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

Travel east on US82 from Cloudcroft, turn left onto NM244. In approximately 4 miles turn right at the Silver-Saddle-Apache Campground Complex sign (Forest Road 24C).

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.