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judith m
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 Stayed at: 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON
The campground is beautiful, clean, quiet, well run. I love it.
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About Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
At 8,475 ft 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.
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006, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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007, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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012, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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013, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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014, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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016, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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006, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Full shade
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007, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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008, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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011, Loop: BLACK CANYON
Tent
Full shade
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012, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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013, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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014, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Back-in Site
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015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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016, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Back-in Site
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017, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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018, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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019, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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020, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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022, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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023, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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024, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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030, Loop: BLACK CANYON
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Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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502 reviews
Summary
Black Canyon Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained environment with clean facilities and friendly hosts, making it a favorite among visitors. Many enjoyed the peaceful setting, abundant wildlife, and proximity to Santa Fe, with ample hiking opportunities. However, the lack of water access and some maintenance issues have been noted as drawbacks.
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judith m
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 Stayed at: 014, Loop: BLACK CANYON
The campground is beautiful, clean, quiet, well run. I love it.
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Richard B
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
The location of the campsite, the scenery, the relative privacy of individual campgrounds, and the presence of a camp host are are all good. However, the past two seasons there has been no water in the campground, why I don't know. There was no explanation and I have not seen this deficit publicized. . Since there are just the two of us camping, my wife and I, we can bring our water in with us, but campers who are used to a potable water source on-site should reconsider camping at Black forest, or bring their own water.
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john l
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 Stayed at: 024, Loop: BLACK CANYON
What a great location. Depending on what you are using to camp, this could be great or you might want to skip it altogether. There is NO water, anywhere! You'll need to stop at the Fire Dept. at the bottom of the mountain. There is NO Electricity. The dump station on the highway is STATE, whereas Black Canyon is FEDERAL and the state wants you to pay to dump There are no pull thrus and most of the sites are either short or VERY short. There are a lot of tent campers there so it's really pretty quite without generators or kids.
We try to go up each summer with our little trailer and use the campgrounds as a base to visit Santa Fe or the area. You'll need to do more homework on this but If you don't need the power or water you will like the layout and landscaping of the campground, and really enjoy being 20 minutes from Santa Fe.
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Richard B
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
The location of the campsite, the scenery, the relative privacy of individual campgrounds, and the presence of a camp host are are all good. However, the past two seasons there has been no water in the campground, why I don't know. There was no explanation and I have not seen this deficit publicized. . Since there are just the two of us camping, my wife and I, we can bring our water in with us, but campers who are used to a potable water source on-site should reconsider camping at Black forest, or bring their own water.
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john l
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 Stayed at: 024, Loop: BLACK CANYON
What a great location. Depending on what you are using to camp, this could be great or you might want to skip it altogether. There is NO water, anywhere! You'll need to stop at the Fire Dept. at the bottom of the mountain. There is NO Electricity. The dump station on the highway is STATE, whereas Black Canyon is FEDERAL and the state wants you to pay to dump There are no pull thrus and most of the sites are either short or VERY short. There are a lot of tent campers there so it's really pretty quite without generators or kids.
We try to go up each summer with our little trailer and use the campgrounds as a base to visit Santa Fe or the area. You'll need to do more homework on this but If you don't need the power or water you will like the layout and landscaping of the campground, and really enjoy being 20 minutes from Santa Fe.
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Quentin P
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
We had a great time camping in Black Canyon!!! Very close to Santa Fe.
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Stephen O
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: BLACK CANYON
I could not pick up any mobile signal, necessitating going into town to work. FYI. This is not a concern for most people BUT you will garner more visitors if you have great cell signal... plus, the carriers will pay you rent for the tower. Think about it...
The hiking was unforgettable in the Santa Fe National Forest.
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Quentin P
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: BLACK CANYON
We had a great time camping in Black Canyon!!! Very close to Santa Fe.
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Stephen O
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: BLACK CANYON
I could not pick up any mobile signal, necessitating going into town to work. FYI. This is not a concern for most people BUT you will garner more visitors if you have great cell signal... plus, the carriers will pay you rent for the tower. Think about it...
The hiking was unforgettable in the Santa Fe National Forest.
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Location & Directions for Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)
704 Hyde Park Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87501 United States
Elevation: 2,784 ft
Getting There
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 mi to Black Canyon Campground.
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: October 23, 2026
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