Get ready to enjoy the beautiful Jemez mountains! We’re thrilled to announce that Jemez Falls Campground is now available for reservations, starting August 1st! After necessary construction, this popular campground is once again open, just in time for you to plan your late summer and early fall getaways. Secure your spot and make your reservations through recreation.gov.
The Santa Fe National Forest is actively engaged in its construction season, with the Jemez Ranger District undertaking vital pavement preservation projects. These efforts are crucial, as many of our beloved recreation sites haven’t received pavement maintenance since the 1990s. The goal is clear: to enhance visitor safety and ensure continued access to these cherished areas.
“These ongoing projects aim to ensure safe access for those who enjoy recreation in this area,” explains Jeremy Golston, the Jemez District Ranger. “We’ll keep the public updated as soon as possible when recreation sites are planned to reopen and will provide information on any delays.”
Current Status of Jemez Recreation Sites
While we celebrate the reopening of Jemez Falls, it’s important to stay informed about other sites. Here’s an overview of which recreation areas are currently open and closed in the Jemez Ranger District:
Currently CLOSED:
- Redondo Campground – This campground is expected to remain closed through August 2025.
Currently OPEN:
- Jemez Falls Campground – NOW OPEN for reservations via recreation.gov!
- San Antonio Campground – Reservations are available through recreation.gov.
- Vista Linda Campground
- Paliza Family Campground – Please note this campground is only open Friday to Sunday.
- Paliza Group Campground
- Jemez Falls Picnic Area
- Battleship Rock Picnic Area
- Spanish Queen Picnic Area
Stay Informed
For the very latest information on these important projects and the most current status of all recreation sites, please contact the Jemez Ranger District Office directly at 575-829-3535. You can also visit the Santa Fe National Forest website for updates. For specific inquiries, you can email claudia.brookshire@usda.gov.
About the Forest Service
This vital work is carried out by the USDA Forest Service, an organization with over a century of dedication to conservation. Through world-class science and technology, and a deep connection to communities, the Forest Service helps connect people to nature and each other. They are responsible for managing 193 million acres of public land, assisting state and private landowners, and maintaining the world’s largest wildland fire and forestry research organizations. Their stewardship extends to approximately 900 million forested acres within the U.S., including over 130 million acres of urban forests where most Americans reside.
