Recreation area

Jemez Falls Trailhead

Santa Fe National Forest · New Mexico — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Jemez Falls Trailhead is located adjacent to the Jemez Falls Group Area. To get to the trailhead use the Jemez Falls Camground turnoff and follow the road past the campground and day use area. A short 1/4 mile hike will get you to the Jemez Falls Overlook, the highest falls in the Jemez Mountains. The trailhead is located midway along the East Fork Trail. Hiking northeast one mile is moderately easy to the East Fork Trailhead and another 5 miles to the Las Conchas Trailhead.  Hiking west will lead downhill to the Battleship Trailhead, approximately 4 miles. Uses: Hiking and fishing Facilities: Paved parkiing and toilets. Trail 137 is accessed from the trail head. Special Instructions:  Pack out all trash and leave the trail clean for others to enjoy. Cutting live vegetation is prohibited. Backpackers camp at least 400 feet from McCauley Warm Springs and at least 200 feet from the river and springs.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • PICNICKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.