Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

Overview

At 8475 feet in elevation, Black Canyon Campground is in a great location to experience some of the finest mountain scenery the Southwest has to offer. The facility is newly renovated and provides access to a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Campers can enjoy warm days and cool weather in the summer months, providing a scenic getaway from the desert heat.

Recreation

Hikers enjoy a pleasant hiking 1.5-mile trail that loops around the campground and into the surrounding forest. Several additional hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are located nearby.

The Pecos Wilderness can be accessed eight miles from the campground, with many trails leading to majestic peaks and through valleys, canyons and forested groves.

Many recreation opportunities exist along Highway 475, both above and below Black Canyon Campground, including hiking and biking trails and picnic areas. In the winter, the area offers both Nordic and alpine skiing.

Facilities

The campground offers many single and double-family sites, most of which are accessible. Some sites are designated as walk-to sites for tent camping only. A few are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets are provided. The highway to the campground is paved. There is currently no water available on the campground, bring your own water.

The campground is adjacent to New Mexico's Hyde State Park, where a dump station is available.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of pine, aspen and fir trees. A good mix of sun and shade is found throughout the area. Many beautiful views are found in the surrounding forest.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (505) 753-7331 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is located about seven miles northeast of the town of Santa Fe, New Mexico. This unique town is known for its cultural heritage, art galleries and museums.

Camp site features

Across 36 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 36 sites
ADA accessible: 35 of 36 sites
Longest rig: 61 ft
Largest party: 12 people

Directions

From downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico, travel north on Washington Avenue to Artist Road (Hyde Park Road/State Route 475) and turn right. Continue for 7 miles to Black Canyon Campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

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David D

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Reviewed 12 days ago

Really enjoyed it with my family of 7. Wilderness but close enough to town that we used it instead of hotels! Would be nice if the water was working but we made do Pro tip- camp away from the toilets. Convenient to be close, but may smell it if downwind

John M

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Reviewed 23 days ago

Beautiful campsite, spaces well dispersed.

Rachel B

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Reviewed 25 days ago

We had a lovely camping experience at Black Canyon National Park. The park host was great and helpful. We knew ahead of time there was no water in the park and were prepared. It was a beautiful place to stay. I

Jennie S

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Reviewed a month ago

The campsite was beautiful, clean, and peaceful. Jim was a great host!

Irene M

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Reviewed a month ago

Our first time at Black Canyon campground and it was wonderful! Nice weather with a few cooling rain showers each day. Wildlife was abundant with hummingbirds and chipmunks. Saw a doe one day. Our campsite was very clean with asphalt driveway and graveled area for tent or gazebo setup. The campsite loop road is on an incline, however most of the campsites are pretty much level. Approximately 8 miles from Santa Fe shops and restaurants.

Donna O

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Reviewed a month ago

We loved the campground and our campsite #12 Other than not having water at the time it was great.

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Reserve Watch

Popularity: Quiet

Busiest in August, when about 34% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 11 years of reservations.