Campgrounds and campsites across New Mexico — fees, reservations, facilities, and access details for public lands.
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In northwestern New Mexico, a large volcanic plug rising to 7,785 feet — one of the most well-known landmarks in the region and a favorite among climbers. A successful climb rewards with an expansive view of the Rio Puerco Valley.
Clear Creek Campground in the Jemez Mountains of north-central New Mexico sits less than two hours from Albuquerque, offering hiking and fishing in the shade of ponderosa pines. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov. Photography is permitted. Specific site count, amenities, fees, and seasonal dates are not listed; check Recreation.gov for current availability and conditions.
Field Tract Campground sits on the banks of the Pecos River in north-central New Mexico. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov. Currently closed until further notice for shelter repairs — confirm current status with the managing agency or Recreation.gov before planning a visit. Photography is permitted when the campground is open.
Jemez Falls Campground in north-central New Mexico is set in a ponderosa pine and meadow environment at approximately 7,880 feet elevation, where warm days and cool nights are typical. Reservations are required and available through Recreation.gov. The standard nonelectric rate is approximately $20 per night for the 2025 season. Photography is permitted. Check Recreation.gov for current availability and the latest fee schedule.
Johnson Mesa Campground is a dispersed camping area in north-central New Mexico, reached by traveling east of Las Vegas on NM 65, then Forest Road 153. The site is equipped with vault toilets, tables, and grills. Sites are first-come, first-served. Photography is permitted. Site count, fees, and seasonal dates are not listed; contact the managing agency for current conditions.
Junebug Campground is a recently refurbished roadside campground in north-central New Mexico, conveniently located near the historic Red River mining area and ski resort. Sites are first-come, first-served; the campground tends to be busy on summer weekends. Photography is permitted. Site count, amenities, fees, and seasonal dates are not listed; contact the managing agency for current conditions.
Juniper Campground is Bandelier National Monument's only developed campground, set on a piñon-juniper mesa at approximately 6,801 feet above Frijoles Canyon in north-central New Mexico — a practical basecamp for the Main Loop and backcountry trails among ancestral Pueblo dwellings. Potable water and flush toilets are available; leashed pets are welcome. Typically open March through November (confirm dates). A per-night camping fee plus the Bandelier entrance fee apply; America the Beautiful passes accepted. Reserve through Recreation.gov. Photography is permitted. Bandelier protects sites sacred to New Mexico's Pueblos — do not climb on or remove anything from archaeological features.
La Bobita Campground in north-central New Mexico serves as an overflow camping area for the surrounding recreation sites. Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Photography is permitted. Site count, amenities, elevation, and seasonal dates are not specified; contact the managing agency for current availability and conditions.
La Sombra Campground is a popular Taos Canyon site in north-central New Mexico, located near Capulin Campground and Shady Brook and adjacent to the Rio Fernando de Taos for fishing. No drinking water is available on-site. Sites are first-come, first-served. Photography is permitted. Site count, fees, and seasonal dates are not listed; contact the managing agency for current conditions.
Las Petacas Campground in north-central New Mexico is nestled in a scenic canyon near Taos, with convenient access to the Rio Fernando de Taos for fishing. Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Photography is permitted. Site count, amenities, fees, and seasonal dates are not specified; contact the managing agency for current conditions.
Links Tract Campground offers primitive dispersed camping in north-central New Mexico, approximately 16 miles north of Pecos on NM 63, then 1 mile on Forest Road 646. Basic amenities include a pit toilet, tables, and a few fire pits; no potable water is available and no fees are charged. Sites are first-come, first-served. Photography is permitted.
The Ojito Wilderness is a desert landscape of steep-sided mesas, rocky terraces, box canyons, deep meandering arroyos, and austere badlands. Occasional badland settings with unusual hoodoos accent the landscape; piñon and juniper are dotted throughout, with rare stands of ponderosa pine in shady recesses.
The Old Spanish National Historic Trail links Santa Fe and Los Angeles across six states and 2,700 miles, taking its name from the Spanish colonies in northern New Mexico and southern California. Designated by Congress as a National Historic Trail in 2002 and jointly administered by the BLM and NPS.
Orilla Verde Recreation Area lies within Rio Grande del Norte National Monument along the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River in north-central New Mexico. Campgrounds provide direct access to the steep-walled Rio Grande Gorge, where gentle waters with occasional small rapids support a wide range of recreational activities. Photography is permitted. Contact the BLM Taos Field Office or check the BLM listing for current fees, site availability, and conditions.
Rio de las Vacas Campground in the Jemez Mountains of north-central New Mexico offers a cool retreat among ponderosa pines, less than two hours from Albuquerque, with hiking and fishing nearby. Reservations are required and available through Recreation.gov. Photography is permitted. Specific site count, amenities, fees, and seasonal dates are not listed; check Recreation.gov for current availability and conditions.
Rugged, wide-open plains at an average elevation of 7,000 feet, dotted by volcanic cones and cut by steep canyons. The Rio Grande carves an 800-foot-deep gorge. Whitewater rafting, hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and camping are among the activities. Some access requires a New Mexico State Land Office recreational access permit. Stay limit: 14 Days.
Thirty miles north of Santa Fe, the snow-fed waters of the Rio del Medio and the Rio Frijoles gather at Santa Cruz Lake at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near Chimayo, behind the 125-foot Santa Cruz Dam. The lake covers 121 surface acres and offers boating, fishing, hiking and camping.
Tetilla Peak Recreation Area is situated on the east side of Cochiti Lake in north-central New Mexico, within the boundaries of the Pueblo de Cochiti Reservation — visitors are expected to observe Pueblo protocols while in this area. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov. Photography is permitted. Contact the managing agency for current conditions, fees, and any specific protocol requirements before visiting.