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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
Fernando D
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
This is a well-run campground. The campsites are well maintained, and clearly marked for reservations and first-come, first-serve status.
Fernando D
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
This is a well-run campground. The campsites are well maintained, and clearly marked for reservations and first-come, first-serve status.
Jeff C
VerifiedMay 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Lack of water has been an issue for years. We will look forward to the time it is resolved.
Jeff C
VerifiedMay 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Lack of water has been an issue for years. We will look forward to the time it is resolved.
Michael B
VerifiedMay 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: BLACK CANYON
This is a very peaceful campground located just a 10 minute drive from downtown Santa Fe. The surroundings are beautiful. The camp host was present as we pulled in and was attentive/helpful. I’m not sure why the water faucets located in the campground do not work. There is no ATT or Verizon cell service. If you are looking for a quiet, primitive campground (meaning no electricity or water), close to Santa Fe, this would be a great choice.
Michael B
VerifiedMay 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: BLACK CANYON
This is a very peaceful campground located just a 10 minute drive from downtown Santa Fe. The surroundings are beautiful. The camp host was present as we pulled in and was attentive/helpful. I’m not sure why the water faucets located in the campground do not work. There is no ATT or Verizon cell service. If you are looking for a quiet, primitive campground (meaning no electricity or water), close to Santa Fe, this would be a great choice.
George S
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON
I arrived on Thursday evening, no campground host in sight but my spot was marked, so no big deal. I left the campsite around 11 30am next day, still no host. I returned around 5pm and host was there this time. The 2 restrooms that I used during the 2 day stay didn't appear to be cleaned at all and I had to go to the host to ask for toilet paper. It would appear that the campground hosts are there on part time bases. Nobody checked to make sure it was me in the spot I reserved. Other than that the campground is a wonderful place to spend few days exploring Santa Fe and surrounding areas.
George S
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON
I arrived on Thursday evening, no campground host in sight but my spot was marked, so no big deal. I left the campsite around 11 30am next day, still no host. I returned around 5pm and host was there this time. The 2 restrooms that I used during the 2 day stay didn't appear to be cleaned at all and I had to go to the host to ask for toilet paper. It would appear that the campground hosts are there on part time bases. Nobody checked to make sure it was me in the spot I reserved. Other than that the campground is a wonderful place to spend few days exploring Santa Fe and surrounding areas.
John K
VerifiedFebruary 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Loved our stay - really nicely designed campsites for tent camping. It was below freezing at night in October, but great facilities and fire pits! Camp hosts were helpful in pointing out skunks in the area!
John K
VerifiedFebruary 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Loved our stay - really nicely designed campsites for tent camping. It was below freezing at night in October, but great facilities and fire pits! Camp hosts were helpful in pointing out skunks in the area!
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
