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Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

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A campground sign with the words Black Canyon with a road and trees in the background.
Trailhead sign.
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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%
58
2
3.8%
18
1
5.1%
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CarrieAnn G

Verified

July 29, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Best government campground I've ever stayed at. Paved parking and nice walls around camp site. Small details mattered and you can tell they put a lot of thought in to this location.

Stephanie W

July 29, 2020

5

Beautiful scenery with amazing wildlife! It gets cold at night so make sure to pack accordingly! Everyone was very friendly that we ran into. We love New Mexico!

CarrieAnn G

Verified

July 29, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Best government campground I've ever stayed at. Paved parking and nice walls around camp site. Small details mattered and you can tell they put a lot of thought in to this location.

Stephanie W

July 29, 2020

5

Beautiful scenery with amazing wildlife! It gets cold at night so make sure to pack accordingly! Everyone was very friendly that we ran into. We love New Mexico!

Larry T

Verified

July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 020, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Excellent experience to be able to get out of the city to enjoy the great out doors!!!! Especially with all the restrictions during the virus outbreak.

Larry T

Verified

July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 020, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Excellent experience to be able to get out of the city to enjoy the great out doors!!!! Especially with all the restrictions during the virus outbreak.

Michael F

Verified

July 24, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Very quiet and nice campground.

Michael F

Verified

July 24, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Very quiet and nice campground.

Gregory B

Verified

July 23, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Site 23 is large and private, with some shade. The campground is very nice and (mostly) quiet. The only negative was the group across the street from us built a large campfire, which was prohibited under the Santa Fe National Forest Stage Two warnings (I think), and the camp hosts didn't do anything about it.

Gregory B

Verified

July 23, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: BLACK CANYON

4

Site 23 is large and private, with some shade. The campground is very nice and (mostly) quiet. The only negative was the group across the street from us built a large campfire, which was prohibited under the Santa Fe National Forest Stage Two warnings (I think), and the camp hosts didn't do anything about it.

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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