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Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

A view of a campsite with pines and restroom in the background.
A campground sign with the words Black Canyon with a road and trees in the background.
Trailhead sign.
A payphone located underneath a  wooden kiosk with a green metal roof.
Information and Fee area

Featured amenities

Parking
Restrooms

About Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

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.

Number of accommodations: 17

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Oct 18

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

17 Sites Available

Site
Price
006, Loop: BLACK CANYON
8 guests
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
8 guests
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (470)

What Guests Are Saying

Black Canyon Campground is praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favored spot for campers. The spacious sites, friendly camp hosts, and proximity to hiking trails and Santa Fe enhance the overall experience. However, the lack of water has been a consistent issue, and some visitors have reported problems with caterpillar infestations and site accessibility.

Review Summary

4.2
470 reviews
5
52.6%
247
4
26.2%
123
3
12.3%
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2
3.8%
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1
5.1%
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Anne M

Verified

July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 030, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Camping ground us quiet and very clean. Close to many trails and a short drive to downtown Santa Fe. Also - camp hosts were so friendly and helpful! Highly recommend this campground!!

Anne M

Verified

July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 030, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Camping ground us quiet and very clean. Close to many trails and a short drive to downtown Santa Fe. Also - camp hosts were so friendly and helpful! Highly recommend this campground!!

jen p

Verified

July 2, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Good campground. Quiet enough. Not having water is a bummer. Bathrooms were EXTRA strong smelling and could be smelled nearly everywhere at campground.

jen p

Verified

July 2, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Good campground. Quiet enough. Not having water is a bummer. Bathrooms were EXTRA strong smelling and could be smelled nearly everywhere at campground.

Mary F

Verified

June 29, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Nice shady campground. Sites are nice but a little close to each other.
My only real complaint is that with this campground there is a reservation in addition to the nightly fee. Why not just increase the price by a couple of dollars instead. And even worse if you decide to cancel even weeks in advance you lose the entire amount. So there is NO INCENTIVE to cancel if plans change which results in UNOCCUPIED campsites which are then unavailable to other campers. (This may not be true for long reservations who I believe get a small refund.)

Mary F

Verified

June 29, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Nice shady campground. Sites are nice but a little close to each other.
My only real complaint is that with this campground there is a reservation in addition to the nightly fee. Why not just increase the price by a couple of dollars instead. And even worse if you decide to cancel even weeks in advance you lose the entire amount. So there is NO INCENTIVE to cancel if plans change which results in UNOCCUPIED campsites which are then unavailable to other campers. (This may not be true for long reservations who I believe get a small refund.)

Sarah V

Verified

June 28, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Beautiful campground just minutes from downtown Santa Fe. Also very close to the excellent Ten Thousand Waves japanese spa! Great hiking trails too.

Sarah V

Verified

June 28, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Beautiful campground just minutes from downtown Santa Fe. Also very close to the excellent Ten Thousand Waves japanese spa! Great hiking trails too.

Jeff G

Verified

June 27, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Black Canyon campground is a nice quiet place to relax and enjoy the beautiful view. We enjoyed our stay there. The only problem is they have no water.

Jeff G

Verified

June 27, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Black Canyon campground is a nice quiet place to relax and enjoy the beautiful view. We enjoyed our stay there. The only problem is they have no water.

Location Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

Address:
704 Hyde Park Rd.
Santa Fe, NM, 87501
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.8417 / -105.833

Elevation: 2784 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Utilities

  • There is a temporary water outage; visitors should bring their own water.

Safety & rules

  • Cellular coverage is limited at the campground; prepare accordingly.

General

  • Click here for more information about the Santa Fe National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pest spread.

Fees & deposits

  • Extra vehicles will incur additional fees at the campground.

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Last updated: June 5, 2026

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