Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)

PO BOX 130
Cuba, NM 87013

Notice

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Jul 29, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027

Overview

Clear Creek Group Campground is less than a two hourdrive from the Albuquerque area, and provides relief from the New Mexico heat with the cool shade and refreshing air of the pines and mountains. The group campground is located in the last loop of the Clear Creek Campground, alongside the serene Clear Creek.

Recreation

Local streams and the San Gregorio reservoir provide fishing opportunities for anglers, and hikers will delight in the many hiking opportunities in the nearby San Pedro Parks Wilderness.

Facilities

The group campground can host up to 35 people, and has parking for a large bus or RV available. A max of 3 RV's or camp trailers can be used at one time in addition to 3 tents. It’s location is far enough from the individual sites to make the place feel like your own campground. A large ramada with picnic tables and pedestal grill are available for the group area, along with a vaultedtoilet. There is drinking water available and a host on site to answer any questions. The campground opens in May and closes in mid October. This is a popular spot for Albuquerque recreationists, so make reservations early!

Natural Features

Evergreen ponderosa pines and Engelman spruce make up the forest around the campground, a welcome sight for those escaping the heat. The majesty of the Jemez Mountains provides amazing scenery for those inthe campground and for scenic drives through the forest. A variety of wildlife call this place home including black bears, mule deer, elk, and a plethora of bird species.

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

Pets allowed: all 1 sites
Group sites: all 1 sites
Longest rig: 40 ft
Largest party: 25 people

Directions

From Cuba, New Mexico, travel 11 miles east of Cuba on New Mexico State Highway 126. The campground is located approximately 11 miles from Cuba where lodging, restaurants, and gas stations are available. The campground is approximately a one and a half hour drive from Albuquerque.

Stay Limit

Check in from 1 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

6 reviews

5 stars

3 stars

Adelia L

Loop:Clear Creek Group

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Reviewed 2 months ago

We come out to the group site one a year at least, its our favorite spot. Always a great time, clean and lots wood! The camp host are always so helpful. Thank you, until next time!

Blanca S

Loop:Clear Creek Group

Site:

Reviewed 2 months ago

The group shelter was great. It would be nice if there were a couple of electric sites there. Also, in referenced to the campground. We were very saddened to see that many of the siter were empty reserved sites. I would like to suggest that you make 50% of the sites, at any NM State/Federal campground, be changed to first come first serve. Many Campers, including us, like to get up and go without the hassle of making reservations. Many Campers end up in undeveloped areas, whereas they leave them trashed. I know if all sites are reserved, and the Camper doesn't show up, the State and reservation site, still get paid; however, many Campers miss out in enjoying the great outdoors at a safe campground. Many of our camping friends share the same sentiment.

marlene p

Loop:Clear Creek Group

Site:

Reviewed a year ago

The site was clean and the host very good. Some people in the regular campground did not abide by quiet hours going until midnight. We noted this to the host and he addressed it with them. We were grateful no one was flying drones around, I hope that is now illegal...the noise can be an issue with mostly campers and that and bright lights affect those of us in tents. It would be great to make this campground tents only, since it is small and the reality is that campers with noise, lights, generators, etc seem to be taking over. Thank you so much....for all your work

Joan B

Loop:Clear Creek Group

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Reviewed 2 years ago

The experience was excellent, except for an incident with the camp host who made some very sexist comments to several of the women who were part of our camping retreat in the group site. A suggestion is to have more training for the camp hosts. Last year the host was wonderful. This year the older gentleman from Texas seemed to bring his Texas prejudices to New Mexico. So grateful to the efforts of the Parks to keep our parks an amazing place to reflect in quiet and enjoy our sacred earth.

Ramon B

Loop:Clear Creek Group

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Reviewed 3 years ago

Great site for small or large groups

Adelia L

Loop:Clear Creek Group

Site:

Reviewed 3 years ago

Loved our time here, the group space is so beautiful and secluded. Lots of shade and private restrooms, we will be back! Thank You!

Availability

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