Guadalupe Mountains National Park$20
Dog Canyon
Total sites: 14
Available Tonight: 7
Available this Weekend: 8
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 7
Available this Weekend: 8
Booking Window: 6 months
6,270 ft
66°F
50°F
50°F
no signal
Dog Canyon Campground, Guadalupe Mountains National Park, TX - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Dog Canyon Campground is part of Guadalupe Mountains National Park in Texas (3 hrs 53 min east of El Paso, TX) with an elevation of 6,270 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites including 10 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 4 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (117)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 66% | |
| 4 star | 23% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 3% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@DavidA3218244 · Camped on Oct 21, 2025 at Campsite #7
Such a beautiful location and so clean. Ranger Will (a volunteer) was helpful and very friendly. Be sure to stop at Sitting Bull Falls - beautiful oasis that was definitely worth the drive.
@ScottF5762481 · Camped on Oct 18, 2025 at Campsite #B
would be nice to have electrical hookups at RV sites but i understand that is probably difficult
@JeffreyW828798 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #6
We had #6 which was perfect and shaded most of the time. However, the other sites were much too close together for my comfort so we lucked out with #6.
@BrendaB8238584 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #5
The campsites are clean, and they are set below the parking area so vehicle lights don't intrude into the tents at night. The bathrooms are very clean and the trails are well maintained. Make sure to make a reservation online, but if you do forget the visitor's center supplies wifi. The park rangers there are really nice and friendly. Overall my family and I enjoyed our stay there.
@KevinS8513228 · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #1
The bathroom at this campsite is a national treasure!Main things we like about this site:- no cell phone signal- cleaning flushing toilets in a structure with electric lighting- great views in the canyon- really nice trails- has a nice sink with running waterfor cleaning dishesSuggestions if your visiting:- bring your own water for drinking and cooking.- try to get there before sundown the drive there can be difficult at night.- make sure you have any maps you need downloaded to your phone
@jeanchri8E59D4 · Camped on Oct 4, 2025 at Campsite #9
Well the drive from the freeway is 54miles , you leave the civilisation , drive on this beautiful nature , going up crossing Lincoln forest which is beautiful. Then you keep going on this lovely vallon up and down to get to the end of the Road just to enter in the Guadeloupe National park , Dog canyon Campground. You fell so released, finish contact with phone and people , finally just the nature and you . The Campground itself is superb , people said its to close to each one but if you respect everything its all right , you just have to sleep and to enjoy everything around , especially the beautiful Mule Dear . The amenities were great and Will was very nice to make sure thinks are good all the time , he is a great guy who loves what he does , Thank you again . So it is remote campground, its a place to enjoy pure nature , it is not a place for needy people . Yeah Nature pure with amazing view from everywhere, hiking or just at the Campground. Well done to the Rangers to keep it very well . All the best .Jean
@MargaretA8C01E · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #6
Our favorite campground in this whole region of the Southwest. Remote, pristine, excellent facilities for tent camping and GORGEOUS scenery. Great for birdwatching.
@HaroldW7996571 · Camped on Sep 18, 2025 at Campsite #C
To fully enjoy Dog Canyon you must hike or ride to the top of the mountain.
@WillV3572224 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #5
We loved our stay here! The campsite was well maintained and beautiful. We visited in July and there was literally NO ONE here so we had the whole place to ourselves for 48 hours. For those hoping for company or support, this would not be the best site. But since we wanted some peace and quiet and did not need any support, it was perfect. Beautiful short and long hikes from the area. We saw wildflowers, flowering cacti, deer, butterflies, one skunk (who minded his business), and one rattlesnake in the road on the drive out. Note: The reservation said that wifi was available at the ranger station, but the network appeared to be down so don't rely on that.
@TomS3186246 · Camped on May 17, 2025 at Campsite #2
Remote campground with great access to trails in the area. Very peaceful with great views of the night sky.
@AmberB2127441 · Camped on Apr 26, 2025 at Campsite #6
Our first time at big bend and we loved it! This spot was perfect for our family and the views were great! Neighbors didnt feel too close to us.
@StuartB5959278 · Camped on Apr 25, 2025 at Campsite #6
Very secluded location. Campsites are a bit close but no closer than most other sites. Didn't expect flush toilets and drinking fountain/bottle filler and wash sink so that was a bonus.
@JonlucabE63E0C · Camped on Apr 20, 2025 at Campsite #9
Immaculate campground and excellent amenities. Spectacular views of the sunset over the west ridge of McKittrick. No bugs either, and dead silent. Scenic drive to the campground as well!
@LeRoyM8827122 · Camped on Apr 19, 2025 at Campsite #6
Great place. Quiet and beautiful. Only reason it wasn't excellent was that the park didn't have the water spigots working at the horse corrals. Had to use a bucket to fill up his water from down the way. Took awhile.
@CharlesE498863 · Camped on Apr 10, 2025 at Campsite #6
It was my first trip to the Guadalupe Mountains and I loved it. Dog Canyon is a very secluded and quiet campground. We did not see many campers, and we enjoyed the solitude. Although the campground is only seven miles north of the Guadalupe Peak trailhead, we had to drive nearly two hours to get there because there is not a road directly over the mountain. It was worth it though and I recommend this campground over the Pine Springs campground because of the solitude.
@MariaFD7B583C3 · Camped on Mar 19, 2025 at Campsite #3
This site was amazing! Definitely be prepared for cold weather. No showers.
@THOMASF4323684 · Camped on Mar 13, 2025 at Campsite #9
Another great trip into our stolen lands!
@MariePB9B35399 · Camped on Mar 3, 2025 at Campsite #A
The site was remote and a little tough to get to with my trailer. Hikes were challenging and beautiful. Facilities were working well. No ranger present so I wasn't able to get my NP Stamp for the area. Overall a very nice experience.
@KleeG5A14EB3EA · Camped on Feb 13, 2025 at Campsite #9
Very remote location with a lack of personnel. The letter on the window of the ranger station informed park visitors of dog canyon being closed. due to water issues . It was not made clear if any of the water stations provided potable or non potable water overall I did not feel secure at this location
@WilliamB132333 · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #C
Beautiful site but unfortunately closed September 2024 because of electrical issues with well pump.
@SeanM2349912 · Camped on Aug 31, 2024 at Campsite #1
Trail to Lost Peak was great. Nice and quiet campsite. Clean bathrooms were a plus.
@Charlosm367119 · Camped on Jul 4, 2024 at Campsite #3
No cell or GPS service at all. Was there over 4th of July and not crowded. Many empty tent pads. Very quiet. Stop by Sitting Bull Falls on your way in or out. Well worth the 7 mile side trip. Fill your tank before heading to Dog Canyon, no gas for over 100 miles.
@JohnW4841416 · Camped on May 15, 2024 at Campsite #6
Wonderful remote campground with water and flush toilets. WiFi was available on the porch of the ranger station; there is no cell service out here. Had a skunk and a couple javelinas come visit our site.
@MarkP6983494 · Camped on May 9, 2024 at Campsite #8
The campground was beautiful and well-maintained. We appreciated having access to WiFi (available at the rangers station). The various trails offered scenic and easy to moderately strenuous hikes. This was our third camping trip to Dog Canyon, and we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay each time.
@TeresaG8479832 · Camped on May 9, 2024 at Campsite #9
Dog Canyon is pretty remote for car camping in the lower 48 states. We saw mule deer as usual, but this time we also saw a herd of wild goats on our 13-mile loop hike, two wild pigs. Very windy the first two nights there, and then the 3rd night of our full week there, the wind settled down at about midnight. But know that it does get windy. There were only a handful of people until a larger group came from Texas Tech. With only 1 male and 1 female toilet and sink in the campground, and no showers, you have to sponge bathe if you want to be there for a week. Campers need to be aware that that should not be done just before it gets dark or first thing in the morning...just not fair to tie up the bathroom at high-traffic times of day. Do not expect to see a ranger during your stay, and there was no campground host either. Be self-sufficient in every way. But we love it here and will keep coming back year after year.
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