Mescalero Wilderness Campground
dispersed · TX
- fuel station21 mi
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About
A Wilderness Use Permit is required for all use of these campsites. This campground is near several trails leading in different directions, making it an excellent choice for a "base camp" while exploring the high country. (Listen for wild turkeys off in the distance.) Mescalero is situated in ponderosa pine and brush, and is on a slope overlooking a small drainage. Located on the Tejas Trail, Mescalero is 6.2 miles from Pine Springs Trailhead or 4.7 miles from Dog Canyon.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 21 mi
fuel station
Dell Valley Oil - Gas Station
- 21 mi
propane
Dell Valley Propane LLC.
- 2.9 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 2.9 mi
trailhead
Dog Canyon Trailhead
- 3.7 mi
attraction
The Grotto and Hunter Line Shack
- 23 mi
recreation site
Sitting Bull Falls
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- TX
- nps.gov
Reservations & demand
Lead time: Unknown
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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