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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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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
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🚐 020, Loop: BLACK CANYON
No Hookups
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🚐 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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5.1%
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Barbara Y

Verified

August 28, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Black Canyon is one of our favorite campgrounds. We visit here once a year.
The sites are spacious and a good distance from the other sites, the trees are nice shade cover and the road through the site allows for nice walks.
Even though it rained during each day, it was a nice retreat from the heat and noise in the city.
We will be visiting again next year.

William & Esther Kreider E

Verified

August 28, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

These are lovely campsites -- spacious and well cared for. It was quiet at night, and the stars were brilliant. This was a perfect location to get to/from the Santa Fe Opera several evenings.

Pamela H

Verified

August 25, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Peaceful, large shady sites, accessible

Pamela H

Verified

August 25, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Peaceful, large shady sites, accessible

Andrew P

Verified

August 21, 2025 Stayed at: 017, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Great campground… Would be even better if it had water. Just know that some of the sites are literally paved… It gives her a nice flat surface but feels a little less “camping”. It’s a great location for doing things in Santa Fe.

Andrew P

Verified

August 21, 2025 Stayed at: 017, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Great campground… Would be even better if it had water. Just know that some of the sites are literally paved… It gives her a nice flat surface but feels a little less “camping”. It’s a great location for doing things in Santa Fe.

Stan G

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Great site layouts and very clean and well maintained.

Stan G

Verified

August 20, 2025 Stayed at: 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Great site layouts and very clean and well maintained.

Sally B

Verified

August 14, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Site 22 was excellent. Fairly flat, big enough for my 16’ camper. Lots of big pine trees and bushes. Good sense of separation of sites, even though they were fairly close to one another. The 7 mile trip up the road to the campground is windy but well-paved. Bathroom was clean.

Sally B

Verified

August 14, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: BLACK CANYON

5

Site 22 was excellent. Fairly flat, big enough for my 16’ camper. Lots of big pine trees and bushes. Good sense of separation of sites, even though they were fairly close to one another. The 7 mile trip up the road to the campground is windy but well-paved. Bathroom was clean.

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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