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Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)

FSU.S. Forest Service — Cuba · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest

AgencyFSU.S. Forest Service
AreaSanta Fe National Forest
LocationCuba · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest · 35.99735, -106.82721 · Map
Sites1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group standard nonelectric
Getting a siteReservable — 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.
HookupsElectric at 0 of 1 sites
Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites
Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites
Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites
Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way.
Max RV lengthLongest reported site fits 40 ft
Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 1 sites · 30 ft: 1 sites · 35 ft: 1 sites · 40 ft: 1 sites
Months openNot in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov.
FeesNot reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground.
Check-in / outIn 1:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing)
PetsAllowed at 1 sites, as reported
Amenities, as reportedVault toilets
Phone575-289-3264

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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 2026-02-25.

From the official listing

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.

Directions, from the listing

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.

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FSU.S. Forest ServiceClear Creek Campground (Nm)
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FSU.S. Forest ServiceSan Antonio Campground
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FSU.S. Forest ServiceJemez Falls (Nm) Picnic Area
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FSU.S. Forest ServiceJemez Falls Campground
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Trip Card — Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)

Cuba · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest

AgencyFS · U.S. Forest Service
LocationCuba · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest
FeesNot reported in the federal data
Getting a siteReservable
HookupsNone reported
Max RVUp to 40 ft
Months openNot in federal data
Sites1 sites

Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10098564 · 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.