Frijole Horse Corral Campground
Guadalupe Mountains National Park — hiking
Location: Salt Flat, TX, TX
Price: From $20 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: Year-round
This site is designed for stock use. If your party does not need access to a horse campsite, please consider selecting a campsite at the Pine Springs Campground located one mile west of Frijole Horse Corral Campground. Frijole Horse Corral Campground is located one mile east of Pine Springs Visitor Center, just off U.S.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/frijole-horse-corral-campground to be notified when sites open up.
Frijole Horse Corral is a specialized horse camping facility at 5,400 feet elevation in Guadalupe Mountains National Park with beautiful views, ample parking, and direct access to the Foothills and Frijole hiking trails. Campers praise the fresh air, scenic setting, and amenities including picnic tables and restrooms.
Wildlife alert: Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake, Mule Deer, Ringtail, American Badger, Mountain Bluebird, Pinyon Jay present in area
Insider tips for Frijole Horse Corral Campground: Book early — federal campground with only 1 site fills quickly Site designed primarily for horse camping; Pine Springs Campground one mile west is better for non-horse camping Large gravel parking area serves as trailhead access for Foothills and Frijole trails
Skip Frijole Horse Corral Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You are not prepared for horse camping — this site is specifically designed for stock use. You prefer developed facilities — amenities are basic (pit toilet, picnic tables, fire rings).
Best time to visit Frijole Horse Corral Campground: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though booking early is essential as this is a federal campground with limited availability.
Nearby campgrounds: Pine Springs Campground (Salt Flat, TX), Dog Canyon Campground (Salt Flat, NM).
Cell Phone Coverage at Frijole Horse Corral Campground
Cell signal at Frijole Horse Corral Campground (Salt Flat, TX): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
This site is designed for stock use. If your party does not need access to a horse campsite, please consider selecting a campsite at the Pine Springs Campground located one mile west of Frijole Horse Corral Campground. Frijole Horse Corral Campground is located one mile east of Pine Springs Visitor Center, just off U.S.
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Insider tips & when to go
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federal campground with only 1 site fills quickly
Site designed primarily for horse camping; Pine Springs Campground one mile west is better for non-horse camping
Large gravel parking area serves as trailhead access for Foothills and Frijole trails
Campground operates year-round, though booking early is essential as this is a federal campground with limited availability
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Getting there →
The Frijole Horse Corral Campground is one mile east of The Pine Springs area of Guadalupe Mountains National Park is located on the north side of US Hwy 62/180 near Mile Post 131. From Interstate 10, take the Van Horn, Texas exit. Follow TX Hwy 54 (56 miles) north to the intersection of US Hwy 62/180. Turn east on 62/180 and travel (9 miles) to the park. From El Paso, TX, follow US Hwy 62/180 east for (110 miles) to the park. From Carlsbad, NM, take US Hwy 62/180 west for (55 miles) to the park
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Guadalupe Mountains National Park fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Guadalupe Mountains National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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