How much does camping cost at Rob Jagger's Campground?

Camping fees at Rob Jagger's Campground range from $25-$35/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Rob Jagger's Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Rob Jagger's Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Can I see photos of campsites at Rob Jagger's Campground before I book?

Yes! Rob Jagger's Campground has 4 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

What is the best time to visit Rob Jagger's Campground?

Rob Jagger's Campground is open January 01 to December 31. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Rob Jagger's Campground?

Rob Jagger's Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Rob Jagger's Campground have?

Rob Jagger's Campground has 27 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Rob Jagger's Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Rob Jagger's Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Rob Jagger's Campground?

Rob Jagger's Campground offers: Restrooms, Potable Water, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

Rob Jagger's Campground

4.42

28 reviews

NM 220 (Rob Jaggers Camping Area)

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6,300 ft

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$25 - $35/night

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27 campsites

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6,300 ft

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$25 - $35/night

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Walk-in Only

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27 campsites

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Cave (recreational c...

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Unknown

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Partial Hookups

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Rob Jagger's Campground

$25.00 - $35.00 / night

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Campsite with Corral: $30.00; Group Shelter: $35.00; RV Dump Station: $30.00; Site 10: $25.00; Site 11: $25.00; Site 12: $25.00; Site 13: $25.00;...

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NM 220 (Rob Jaggers Camping Area)

Rob Jagger's Campground

NM 220 (Rob Jaggers Camping Area)

Nearby places

Capitan ~5 miles west on US 380

Lincoln ~8 miles east on US 380

Ruidoso (distance not specified) is a nearby resort town.

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Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after.
Dump station use is $30.00 per dump. This is not included in camping fees.
During the winter months, the Rob Jaggers Campground water hydrants may be winterized to prevent freezing and damage to the hydrants/loss of water. One hydrant will remain available to fill up tanks before campers go into their campsites.
Fireworks are prohibited.

Best Time to Camp at Rob Jagger's Campground

Best season: summer. Summer offers the warmest, most reliable weather for trail access and long daylight hours — expect daytime highs roughly 75–90°F and cool nights in the 40s–50s at 6,300 ft. This is prime time for hiking, mountain biking, equestrian staging from the campground corrals, and extended wildlife viewing at dawn and dusk; campsites with hookups make hot afternoons comfortable. Be aware of the New Mexico monsoon (mid-July–August) that brings afternoon thunderstorms and brief heavy rain, and expect busi Peak months: June, September, July, May Avoid: December, January

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer is best for trail access; highs 75–90°F and cool nights, long daylight for activities.

Planning Tips

Peak Season: January 01 to December 31. Book 2-3 months ahead.
Operating Season: Cave (recreational caving normally open Apr 15 - Nov 1)

About Rob Jagger's Campground

Rob Jagger's Campground sits in mid-elevation forest near Capitan, managed by the Bureau of Land Management's Roswell Field Office. The campground offers tent sites, RV hookups, and group camping options with equestrian corrals for trail staging. Visitors come for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing during the seasonal operating window.

Rob Jaggers Camping Area includes 27 developed campsites with hookups and supports dispersed (pull-off) overnight camping within the Fort Stanton NCA; a separate Cave Campground is also present within the NCA.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer offers the warmest, most reliable weather for trail access and long daylight hours — expect daytime highs roughly 75–90°F and cool nights in the 40s–50s at 6,300 ft. This is prime time for hiking, mountain biking, equestrian staging from the campground corrals, and extended wildlife viewing at dawn and dusk; campsites with hookups make hot afternoons comfortable. Be aware of the New Mexico monsoon (mid-July–August) that brings afternoon thunderstorms and brief heavy rain, and expect busi Peak months: June, September, July, May Avoid: December, January

Elevation6300 ft above sea level

Natural Features and SceneryThe terrain shifts between cedar and juniper hillsides and sheltered canyon bottoms lined with ponderosa pines. The Rio Bonito runs through the lower elevations, and the landscape follows natural contours that create distinct zones of vegetation. The Snowy River Cave system lies nearby, named for calcite formations that resemble frozen rivers. Petroglyph Rock and the cave entrance offer visible landmarks in a setting where desert and forest intermingle.

Lodging & AccommodationsA group shelter with water and electricity is available and may be reserved; the campground is occasionally rented for Special Recreation Permit events (contact the Roswell Field Office to determine permit needs).

Programs & ActivitiesVisitors can explore historic Fort Stanton (museum open daily) and petroglyph sites along the Rio Bonito. The Snowy River Cave area has scientific research and planned interpretive products; Fort Stanton Cave access is permit-managed and subject to moratoriums and seasonal closures to protect resources.

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2:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

Stay Limit

14-day maximum length of stay

Groups

Agroup shelter with water and electricity is available for reservation
the campground is occasionally rented for Special Recreation Permit events and BLM requires a Special Recreation Permit for some events (contact Roswell Field Office).

Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Reservation PlatformsGroup shelter reservations: contact camp host at 575-322-0030. For other information contact the Roswell Field Office at 575-627-0272. Campsites and corrals are first-come, first-served.

AccessibilityNearby Valley of Fires Recreation Area (separate site) notes two accessible RV sites, accessible restrooms, and wheelchair-accessible group shelters. No specific accessibility features are described for Rob Jaggers in the source.

Site SizeCampsites with electricity and potable water hookups; horse corrals; group shelter available

Total Campsites27 campsites

Recommended SitesSites provide electricity and potable water hookups; group shelter also has water and electricity. Hitching rails and water for animals are located at the Rob Jaggers Camping Area. Day-use parking areas are separate from camping; do not camp in day-use parking. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for some trailhead and partnership-area access.

Amenities available

Rob Jaggers Camping Area: 27 campsites with electricity and potable water hookups, two large day-use parking areas, two vault toilets, a group shelter with water and electricity, hitching rails and water for animals, and other potable water outlets scattered throughout the site. Camp host contact: 575-322-0030; Roswell Field Office: 575-627-0272.

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Activities you can enjoy

Fort Stanton NCA and the Rob Jaggers Camping Area offer a broad range of activities including hiking, caving (permit-based and currently under moratorium for some access due to White Nose Syndrome), horseback riding, mountain biking, camping, visiting cultural and historic sites, picnicking, hunting, wildlife viewing, nature study, and photography. The trail system and the Rio Bonito Petroglyph Trail are highlighted recreation features; many trails originate at the Rob Jaggers Camping Area where hitching rails and animal water are provided.

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4.4

28 reviews

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Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area

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About Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area

Context for the broader area surrounding Rob Jagger's Campground, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.

The Fort Stanton - Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area (NCA) was established in 2009 to protect, conserve, and enhance the unique and nationally important historic, cultural, scientific, archaeological, natural, and educational subterranean cave resources of the Fort Stanton - Snowy River Cave system. The NCA was once known as the Fort Stanton Military Reservation. In 1855, the U.S. Army established Fort Stanton as an Infantry and Cavalry post in the east-central New Mexico Territory to protect settlers in the region. Within the NCA is Fort Stanton Cave, at over 31 miles, it is the second longest cave in New Mexico, the 14th longest cave in the U.S., the 62th longest in the world, and the largest cave managed by the BLM. Snowy River is a significant passage within Fort Stanton Cave, and is the longest cave formation in the world. Today, approximately 15 miles of previously unknown passage have been mapped, without reaching the end.

Directions

From the intersection of NM 246 and US 380 in Capitan, NM, drive east on US 380 for 4.3 miles to NM 220, which will be on the right. From the west end of Lincoln, NM, drive west 7.75 miles to NM 220, which will be on the left. Drive south 0.9 for miles to the Rob Jaggers Campground, where maps and an information kiosk are available. Historic Fort Stanton is approximately 1.5 miles further south on NM 220. On the grounds of Fort Stanton, the State of New Mexico operates a museum with information about the Fort and the Fort Stanton - Snowy River Cave NCA.