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Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
FSU.S. Forest Service — Santa Fe · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Santa Fe National Forest |
| Location | Santa Fe · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest · 35.84167, -105.83333 · Map |
| Sites | 36 public sites counted from the federal listing — 30 standard nonelectric; 6 walk to |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 36 sites Water hookups at 0 of 36 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 36 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 36 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 61 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 26 sites · 30 ft: 21 sites · 35 ft: 17 sites · 40 ft: 14 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 1:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 35 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 505-753-7331 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-06-25.
From the official listing
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.
Directions, from the listing
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.
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Trip Card — Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
Santa Fe · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Santa Fe · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 61 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 36 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231894 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.