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About this campground
Overview Jemez Falls Picnic Area is great place to spend the day, especially when planning a day hike to nearby Jemez Falls on the Jemez District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The lands are known for immense cultural heritage of the Jemez people, as well as a therapeutic natural warm springs.Recreation A trailhead to Jemez Falls is located within the day-use area. It leads to both Jemez Falls and McCauley Warm Springs. Visitors can also enjoy fishing the Jemez River, a small trout stream stocked with catchable trout. Facilities The accessible picnic area is equipped with a shelter, tables and large grills. Accessible vault toilets and trash collection are provided. The site can accommodate up to 50 people. A large parking area is on-site. Natural Features The picnic area is situated in a forested area at an elevation of 7,880 feet. Nearby Jemez Falls cascades 70 feet over a rocky cliff surrounded by boulders and pines. Nearby Attractions The picnic area is located 15 miles northeast of Jemez Springs, New Mexico. San Diego Canyon overlook is located nearby and provides a stunning view of the canyon. Nearby Valles Caldera and Bandelier National Monument provide plenty of scenic views and geographic history.
Getting there
From Jemez Springs, New Mexico, travel 15 miles northeast on State Road 4 to Forest Road 133 South. Continue approximately 1.5 miles to the day-use area.
Activities
- FISHING
- CAMPING
- HIKING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Jemez Falls CampgroundSanta Fe National Forest0 mi
- Jemez Falls Group Picnic SiteSanta Fe National Forest0 mi
- Jemez Falls TrailheadSanta Fe National Forest0 mi
- East Fork Trailhead #137Santa Fe National Forest1 mi
- Battleship Rock Picnic SiteSanta Fe National Forest2 mi
- Battleship Rock TrailheadSanta Fe National Forest2 mi
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