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About Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
Number of accommodations: 17
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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.
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
Bernard M
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: BLACK CANYON
It was close to Santa Fe while having a much cooler temperature. It was very practical for us.
Bernard M
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: BLACK CANYON
It was close to Santa Fe while having a much cooler temperature. It was very practical for us.
Ronald G
VerifiedMay 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Very nice campground with close proximity to downtown Santa Fe. There has not been any water available for several years and this is a problem. There are numerous hikes to take nearby that border the road to the Santa Fe Ski Basin.
Ronald G
VerifiedMay 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Very nice campground with close proximity to downtown Santa Fe. There has not been any water available for several years and this is a problem. There are numerous hikes to take nearby that border the road to the Santa Fe Ski Basin.
Tod S
VerifiedMay 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Excellent campground surrounded by hills and beautiful pine trees. Good hiking trail that starts in the campground.
Tod S
VerifiedMay 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Excellent campground surrounded by hills and beautiful pine trees. Good hiking trail that starts in the campground.
Rebecca M
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Beautiful camp sites and a great location. Vault toilets were clean. Unfortunately no potable water or firewood. Also no recycling.
Rebecca M
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Beautiful camp sites and a great location. Vault toilets were clean. Unfortunately no potable water or firewood. Also no recycling.
Matthew M
VerifiedMay 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Park is very scenic and quiet. Sites are well placed and reasonably private. Staff was friendly.
Be aware of elevation if you are not acclimated
Outhouse and water situation is biggest negative. We were prepared for no water in advance. But the outhouses were already full 5 days into season? Some were closed when we arrived. Some were closed while we were there. Some doors didn't lock and marginal maintenance
Matthew M
VerifiedMay 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Park is very scenic and quiet. Sites are well placed and reasonably private. Staff was friendly.
Be aware of elevation if you are not acclimated
Outhouse and water situation is biggest negative. We were prepared for no water in advance. But the outhouses were already full 5 days into season? Some were closed when we arrived. Some were closed while we were there. Some doors didn't lock and marginal maintenance
Location Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
Address:
704 Hyde Park Rd.
Santa Fe, NM, 87501
United States
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.
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
