US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Otero County, New Mexico.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Lincoln National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 1 |
| Site types | 1 group standard, area no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 35 ft |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fees | <p>Group Standard Area Non-Electric:<br><br>1 to 30 people $123/night<br><br>31 to 70 people $154/night<br></p> |
| Phone | (575) 682-7570 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Black Bear Group Area before you go.
Black Bear is perched atop the scenic Sacramento Mountains of south-central New Mexico, near Alamogordo and Cloudcroft. The site is surrounded by the aromatic pine trees and aspen groves of Lincoln National Forest. The group area is conveniently connected to a network of hiking and biking trails. Bring your camera and binoculars for the chance to spot elk, deers, birds, and even black bear. The black bears are arguably the most celebrated wildlife in the area due to the fact that the original Smokey Bear was found here.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Black Bear Group Area is in Otero County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.