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Carlsbad KOA

Open All Year

Reserve: 800-562-9109

Info: 575-457-2000

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2 Manthei Road, Highway 285

Carlsbad, NM 88220

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Check-in: 2:00 pm, Check-out: 11:00 am

Camper Rating 4.5 out of 5

Based on 1000 Reviews

Campground Activities

There's something for everyone at CARLSBAD KOA!

Balls and Bikes

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Banana and scooter bikes to rent in season with lots of
free, fun equipment to borrow year-round: ping pong,
foosball, horseshoes, basket and soccer balls.

Arts & Crafts

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Children's arts and crafts projects, in season. Younger kids love to make their own, colorful souvenirs!

Free Movies

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Movies with snacks on the big screen in the Community Room. Titles and nights are pre-announced. Family friendly films.

Nightly Activities

Sunday: Free movie in the Big Room at 6:00 PM. The movie title will be pre-announced--ask at front desk. Starting Memorial Day.

Friday: Our Community Bonfire with free S'mores 7:00 PM (weather & wind conditions permitting)

Saturday: StarNight with Starman John. A favorite for kids of all ages.See the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn and more through an 8" telescope. Check the office for evening start times, always after sunset..