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San Antonio Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Jemez Springs · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Santa Fe National Forest |
| Location | Jemez Springs · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest · 35.88667, -106.64611 · Map |
| Sites | 30 public sites counted from the federal listing — 12 tent only nonelectric; 11 standard nonelectric; 6 standard electric; 1 group standard nonelectric |
| 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 6 of 30 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 6 of 30 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 30 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 30 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 52 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 15 sites · 30 ft: 14 sites · 35 ft: 13 sites · 40 ft: 12 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 1:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 30 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | River access |
| Phone | 575-829-3535 |
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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 San Antonio Campground is adjacent to the San Antonio River, tucked into a forest of ponderosa pine at 7,600 feet above sea level. This popular campground is open from May through October in the Santa Fe National Forest. Visitors should be prepared for hot summer days and cool nights.
San Antonio Campground was completely rebuilt and reopened in August 2010. It is designated as a reduced impact and recycle campground. Recreation A paved walking trail along the river provides access for fishing. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout. Visitors enjoy wading in the river on hot summer days.
The campground offers easy driving access to several recreational sites nearby, including the popular La Cueva Picnic Site, Spence Hot Spring Trailhead, Battleship Rock Trailhead and a couple of fishing sites along the San Antonio River. Facilities The campground has 20 standard sites that can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. A group area on the north end of the campground includes a pavilion that can accommodate up to 100 people.
The group area includes nine tent sites. Accessible sites are located on the south end of the campground.
Sites are equipped with picnic tables and pedestal grills, and sites 1-6 have water and electric hookups. Site 3 can accommodate two RVs.
Drinking water and vault toilets are provided. Parking areas, spurs and roads within the campground are paved. A camp host is available during the peak season. Visitors are encouraged to pack out trash, but recycling bins are provided. Natural Features Some of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest is found in the 1.6 million acres within the Santa Fe National Forest. Elevations range from 5,300 to 13,103 feet at the summit of Truchas Peak, located within the Pecos Wilderness.
The diverse ecosystems of the Santa Fe National Forest are home to a variety of wildlife species. The ponderosa pine forests at 6,000-9,500 feet provide habitat for the Jemez Mountain salamander, northern goshawk, Merriam's turkey, Abert's squirrel and hairy woodpecker. Nearby Attractions The 163-mile Jemez Mountain Trail Scenic Byway passes amazing geological formations, ancient Indian ruins and an Indian pueblo. The area is rich in logging, mining and ranching heritage.
Directions, from the listing
From Jemez Springs, New Mexico, travel 9 miles north on New Mexico State Road 4 and along the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway, then take New Mexico State Road 126 for 2 miles to campground.
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Trip Card — San Antonio Campground
Jemez Springs · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Jemez Springs · New Mexico · Santa Fe National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 6 |
| Max RV | Up to 52 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 30 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233390 · 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.