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Sleepy Grass

Federal campground in Lincoln National Forest

Location: Cloudcroft, NM, NM

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$47 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sleepy Grass offers a total of 20 sites. Located just south of the Village of Cloudcroft, this campground offers many sites for RVs up to 30 feet, tents and campers.Between 05/15/2026 and 09/06/2026 this location is staffed. Please call (575) 682-1518 to speak with local staff.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/sleepy-grass to be notified when sites open up.

Sleepy Grass offers a serene camping experience with beautiful stargazing and ponderosa pine forests. Google reviewers consistently praise the peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained grounds.

Wildlife alert: Expect to see whitetail-mule deer hybrids, gray foxes, raccoons, spotted bats, gray-footed chipmunks, Steller's jays, hairy woodpeckers, dark-eyed juncos, and Cassin's finches.

Insider tips for Sleepy Grass: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 20-21 sites and fills up quickly. Visit on weekdays to avoid crowded weekends and noise from other campers. Call (575) 682-1518 during staffed season (May 15-September 6) for current conditions.

Skip Sleepy Grass if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You prefer spacious sites — Google reviews note sites are close together.. You're sensitive to noise — weekend crowds and limited site spacing can amplify sound..

Best time to visit Sleepy Grass: May-September (Weekdays) — Campground operates May through October with on-site staff May 15-September 6. Google reviews recommend avoiding weekends due to crowded conditions and noise..

Nearby campgrounds: Deerhead Campground (CLOUDCROFT, NM), Upper Fir Group Area (CLOUDCROFT, NM), Black Bear Group Area (CLOUDCROFT, NM), Pines Campground (CLOUDCROFT, NM).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sleepy Grass

Cell signal at Sleepy Grass (Cloudcroft, NM): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • 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.

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Cloudcroft, NM, NM★ 4 (0 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sleepy Grass offers a total of 20 sites. Located just south of the Village of Cloudcroft, this campground offers many sites for RVs up to 30 feet, tents and campers.Between 05/15/2026 and 09/06/2026 this location is staffed. Please call (575) 682-1518 to speak with local staff.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV82 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You prefer spacious sites — Google reviews note sites are close together.✕ You're sensitive to noise — weekend crowds and limited site spacing can amplify sound.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 20-21 sites and fills up quickly.

Visit on weekdays to avoid crowded weekends and noise from other campers.

Call (575) 682-1518 during staffed season (May 15-September 6) for current conditions.

Best: May-September (Weekdays)

Campground operates May through October with on-site staff May 15-September 6. Google reviews recommend avoiding weekends due to crowded conditions and noise.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Expect to see whitetail-mule deer hybrids, gray foxes, raccoons, spotted bats, gray-footed chipmunks, Steller's jays, hairy woodpeckers, dark-eyed juncos, and Cassin's finches.

Location

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N/A· Lincoln National Forest
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Getting there →

Located off NM 130, 1.4 miles south of the village. Turn left onto FR24B which is just across the road from the Deerhead Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lincoln National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Lincoln National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Sleepy Grass cost per night?+
Sleepy Grass costs $30–$47 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Sleepy Grass open?+
Sleepy Grass is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sleepy Grass have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Sleepy Grass?+
Sleepy Grass can accommodate RVs up to 82 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sleepy Grass?+
Sleepy Grass is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Sleepy Grass?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sleepy Grass is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sleepy Grass open, and what are check-in times?+
Sleepy Grass is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$30 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Deerhead Campground

CLOUDCROFT, NM

From $32/night

Upper Fir Group Area

CLOUDCROFT, NM

From $20/night

Black Bear Group Area

CLOUDCROFT, NM

From $20/night

Pines Campground

CLOUDCROFT, NM

From $32/night

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