Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

A view of a campsite with pines and restroom in the background.

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36Sites

61 ftMax rig

The place

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. Keep reading

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.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 36

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
BLACK CANYON	001	walk to	—	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	002	walk to	—	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	003	walk to	—	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	004	walk to	—	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	005	walk to	—	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	006	walk to	—	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	007	standard nonelectric	24 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	008	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	009	standard nonelectric	33 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	010	standard nonelectric	20 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	011	standard nonelectric	—	—
BLACK CANYON	012	standard nonelectric	59 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	013	standard nonelectric	61 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	014	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	015	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	016	standard nonelectric	49 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	017	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	018	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	019	standard nonelectric	46 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	020	standard nonelectric	27 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	021	standard nonelectric	27 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	022	standard nonelectric	25 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	023	standard nonelectric	28 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	024	standard nonelectric	50 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	025	standard nonelectric	42 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	026	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	027	standard nonelectric	57 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	028	standard nonelectric	37 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	029	standard nonelectric	19 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	030	standard nonelectric	49 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	031	standard nonelectric	39 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	032	standard nonelectric	34 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	033	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	034	standard nonelectric	41 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	035	standard nonelectric	46 ft	—	yes
BLACK CANYON	036	standard nonelectric	60 ft	—	yes

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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This campground sits in NM-03. This member’s public-lands record →

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