5 Points Vista
Salt Flat, New Mexico
Located in the far SW portion of the Guadalupe Ranger District, this viewing area (vista) offers spectacular views of th...
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Campground in New Mexico.
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This area is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
New Mexico weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for the area.
Don't miss local attractions near the park. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Stunning night sky with rim of mountains all around! One of the best dark sky places we have visited in a good while. Like others have mentioned please use red light at night, keep all lighting as minimal as possible and don’t drive around at night, people are here to enjoy the spectacular stars. Sites are spacious and level, pit toilets very clean, and additional dispersed camping is available a... Stunning night sky with rim of mountains all around! One of the best dark sky places we have visited in a good while. Like others have mentioned please use red light at night, keep all lighting as minimal as possible and don’t drive around at night, people are here to enjoy the spectacular stars. Sites are spacious and level, pit toilets very clean, and additional dispersed camping is available all around.
Mar 18, 2026
Stunning night sky with rim of mountains all around! One of the best dark sky places we have visited in a good while. Like others have mentioned please use red light at night, keep all lighting as minimal as possible and don’t drive around at night, people are here to enjoy the spectacular stars. Sites are spacious and level, pit toilets very clean, and additional dispersed camping is available a... Stunning night sky with rim of mountains all around! One of the best dark sky places we have visited in a good while. Like others have mentioned please use red light at night, keep all lighting as minimal as possible and don’t drive around at night, people are here to enjoy the spectacular stars. Sites are spacious and level, pit toilets very clean, and additional dispersed camping is available all around.
Mar 18, 2026
Great place to see the stars. Super dark at night. Gets busy on the weekends so get there early. Please keep in mind that people come here to enjoy the dark skies. Please be considerate and use red lights and don’t drive around after dark. It was great having a toilet available. Very clean. Campsites are a very nice size with fire pit and picnic table. Main gravel road in was well maintained.
Mar 18, 2026
Great place to see the stars. Super dark at night. Gets busy on the weekends so get there early. Please keep in mind that people come here to enjoy the dark skies. Please be considerate and use red lights and don’t drive around after dark. It was great having a toilet available. Very clean. Campsites are a very nice size with fire pit and picnic table. Main gravel road in was well maintained.
Mar 18, 2026
An absolutely epic dark sky campground, with fantastic views and decent amenities. Please be sure to only use red lights and don't drive around at night. People are there for the stars!
Mar 18, 2026
An absolutely epic dark sky campground, with fantastic views and decent amenities. Please be sure to only use red lights and don't drive around at night. People are there for the stars!
Mar 18, 2026
I spent 2 nights and 3 days here in February 2025 during a warm snap. It was very quiet and most enjoyable in the morning before the wind picked up. The nights were calm and cool with an unimpeded view of the stars and planets in the dark night sky. I saw only birds but could hear other creatures calling in the distance. I was disappointed at the trash left by others so I spent some time picking... I spent 2 nights and 3 days here in February 2025 during a warm snap. It was very quiet and most enjoyable in the morning before the wind picked up. The nights were calm and cool with an unimpeded view of the stars and planets in the dark night sky. I saw only birds but could hear other creatures calling in the distance. I was disappointed at the trash left by others so I spent some time picking up trash that I brought out to dispose of. Don't litter or these free camping options will be shut down. Prepare to pack out your trash. The toilet paper left clinging to the mesquite bushes was disgusting and unappreciated. There's a vault toilet to dispose of that before you leave. It was gross. Pack it out.
Mar 18, 2026
I spent 2 nights and 3 days here in February 2025 during a warm snap. It was very quiet and most enjoyable in the morning before the wind picked up. The nights were calm and cool with an unimpeded view of the stars and planets in the dark night sky. I saw only birds but could hear other creatures calling in the distance. I was disappointed at the trash left by others so I spent some time picking... I spent 2 nights and 3 days here in February 2025 during a warm snap. It was very quiet and most enjoyable in the morning before the wind picked up. The nights were calm and cool with an unimpeded view of the stars and planets in the dark night sky. I saw only birds but could hear other creatures calling in the distance. I was disappointed at the trash left by others so I spent some time picking up trash that I brought out to dispose of. Don't litter or these free camping options will be shut down. Prepare to pack out your trash. The toilet paper left clinging to the mesquite bushes was disgusting and unappreciated. There's a vault toilet to dispose of that before you leave. It was gross. Pack it out.
Mar 18, 2026
Was just there 3/28/25-3/30/25 it was pretty clear skies, but the wind picked up in the afternoon and into the evening. Had our two dane mixes with us, no water, or dumping. Only a restroom. Had fire pits and tables at the designated sites. Everyone was respectful of the lights out time, and the red lights only late at night for optimal viewing. Photos from my Samsung s25 phone. Went to the catwal... Was just there 3/28/25-3/30/25 it was pretty clear skies, but the wind picked up in the afternoon and into the evening. Had our two dane mixes with us, no water, or dumping. Only a restroom. Had fire pits and tables at the designated sites. Everyone was respectful of the lights out time, and the red lights only late at night for optimal viewing. Photos from my Samsung s25 phone. Went to the catwalk during the day, bring shoes for your dogs on the actual catwalk.
Mar 18, 2026
Was just there 3/28/25-3/30/25 it was pretty clear skies, but the wind picked up in the afternoon and into the evening. Had our two dane mixes with us, no water, or dumping. Only a restroom. Had fire pits and tables at the designated sites. Everyone was respectful of the lights out time, and the red lights only late at night for optimal viewing. Photos from my Samsung s25 phone. Went to the catwal... Was just there 3/28/25-3/30/25 it was pretty clear skies, but the wind picked up in the afternoon and into the evening. Had our two dane mixes with us, no water, or dumping. Only a restroom. Had fire pits and tables at the designated sites. Everyone was respectful of the lights out time, and the red lights only late at night for optimal viewing. Photos from my Samsung s25 phone. Went to the catwalk during the day, bring shoes for your dogs on the actual catwalk.
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