Weekend availability at Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 18, 2:54 PM PTSold out 2 of the next 5 weekends — exactly when cancellation alerts earn their keep.
- Fri, Sep 18Sold out
- Fri, Sep 25Limited2/17 sites
- Fri, Oct 2Sold out
- Fri, Oct 9Limited1/16 sites
- Fri, Oct 16Open4/16 sites
Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.
How booked is Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)?
as of September 18Weekends book out well ahead here — 1 of the 4 Saturdays we sampled, as far out as Oct, are already sold out. When a site frees up it's gone again within minutes, so people watch Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM) and hear the instant one opens for their dates. Even midweek is filling — 1 of the 3 weekdays we checked are gone.
Weekends (Saturday night)
Weekdays (Wednesday night)
Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.
Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 36
- Pull-through
- 2
- Max rig length
- 61 ft
About this campground
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.
Getting there
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.
Activities
- HIKING
- CAMPING
- BIKING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Norski TrailheadSanta Fe National Forest4 mi
- Santa Fe Alpine Ski AreaSanta Fe National Forest4 mi
- Vista Grande Overlook Observation SiteSanta Fe National Forest4 mi
- Winsor Trailhead #254Santa Fe National Forest4 mi
- Aspen Vista Picnic SiteSanta Fe National Forest5 mi
- Bear Wallow TrailheadSanta Fe National Forest7 mi
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