Jemez Falls Campground

Santa Fe National Forest

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. 

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.

Notifications and Alerts

• Please be aware that due to a Pavement Preservation Contract, you will be unable to make reservations at Jemez Falls Campground until further notice. We are expecting the construction to occur around the beginning of May. Once we have exact dates and the estimated duration of the project, we will post the dates and open the Campground for reservations.

Need to Know

• Online reservations are payment for two vehicles; that includes the tow vehicle or RV and one additional vehicle. 

• Check out time is 11:00 AM and Check in time is 1:00 PM

• Campground quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. This includes the use of generators.

• Before making a reservation for a campsite, check the details for driveway length to see if your vehicle and equipment can fit on the site.

• Loop 4 sites are non-generator use areas.

• Make sure to check your vehicle and attachments do not exceed the driveway length listed in the details section of the campsite prior to making your reservation.

• ANIMAL ALERTS: CAUTION, Bears frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers.

• No ATVs or ORVs allowed in the campground.

• There is a campground host at this campground.

• Firewood is not available for sale - dead and down wood in forest can be picked up for firewood. Please do not cut live standing trees or branches.

• Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

• Pets must be leashed at all times.

• Click here for more information on the Santa Fe National Forest

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.

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.

Changes & Cancellations

Contact Information

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051 Woodsy Lane, P.O. Box 150 Jemez Springs NM 87025

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: (575) 829-3535

Rental Options

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Driving 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.

Available Campsites

• Site 09, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 21, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 26, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 30, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 39, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 19, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 51, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 35, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 41, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 36, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 16, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 10, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 23, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 08, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 44, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 24, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 18, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 49, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 02, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 34, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 06, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 38, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 04, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 05, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 11, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 43, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 14, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 20, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 37, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 45, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 03, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 17, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 13, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 27, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 42, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 12, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 25, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 46, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 15, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 07, Loop Loop 1 , Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 48, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 28, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 33, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 50, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 40, Loop Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 22, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 32, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 29, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 31, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 47, Loop Loop 4, Type Standard Nonelectric

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