Jemez Falls Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Jemez Springs, NM · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Elevation 7,880 ft
Max RV Length 47 ft

Features

Warning RV Not Recommended
Environment High Elevation
Rig Size Big Rig Friendly Pull Through
Hookup Dry Camping
Access Paved Access
Style Generator Mentioned Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites51
Sites Accepting RVs48
Overnight Sites51
Max RV Length47 ft
Pull-Through Sites5
Back-In Sites46
SurfacePaved

Location

35.8163889, -106.6063889 · 051 Woodsy Lane, P.O. Box 150 , Jemez Springs , NM 87025

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Description

Overview

Jemez Falls Campground is located in a stunning Ponderosa Pine and forest meadow environment. The campground elevation is 7,880 feet above sea level. Come prepared for warm days and cool nights. 

The Cerro Pelado Area closure prohibits members of the public from entering Trail 137 from access points South of the East Fork Trailhead. Entry is allowed North from the East Fork Trailhead to Las Conchas Trailhead.

Please remember that this campground is special. Help keep it clean and beautiful by using the trash dumpsters. Campground has 52 camp sites with picnic table and fire ring. Paved access which allows trailers and RV's up to 40 feet. 

For the 2022 Season of Use, loop 4 sites are non-generator use areas. Loops 1-3 may use generators from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

There is paved access from the highway and paved internal roads to individual campsites. There are no RV hook-ups. Drinking water is provided from spigots conveniently located throughout the campground. Vault toilets provide basic sanitation needs. A campground host is on duty. 

Recreation

Overnight camping, fishing, and hiking are main attractions. Other recreational activities include outdoor photography and nature viewing. The campground is within the heart of the Jemez National Recreation Area.

Facilities

The campground contains 51 overnight tent and RV/trailer campsites. For the 2021 Season of Use loops 3 and 4 sites are non-generator use areas.There is paved access from the highway and paved internal roads to individual campsites. There are no RV hook-ups at the campground. Drinking water is provided from spigots conveniently located throughout the campground. Vault toilets provide basic sanitation needs. A campground host is on duty during the summer camping season.

Natural Features

The East Fork Jemez Wild and Scenic River runs close to the campground. The campground is situated on rolling terrain shaded by pines and sunny in open meadows.

Nearby Attractions

Jemez Falls, the largest waterfall in the Jemez Mountains, is a half mile hike from the campground. The Valles Caldera National Preserve and Bandelier National Monument are within short driving distance along the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway.

Charges & Cancellations

Directions

From Alburquerque: Take Interstate 25 north for 12 miles; exit onto NM State Highway 550 northwest for approximately 20 miles then exit onto NM Highway 4. The campground is accessed off NM Highway 4, approximately 15 miles northeast of Jemez Springs.

Activities

BIKING CAMPING DAY USE AREA FIRE LOOKOUTS/CABINS OVERNIGHT HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

FeeStandard Nonelectric $20.00 for the 2025 Season
Phone(575) 829-3535
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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