The best waterfall campgrounds near Jemez Springs, New Mexico

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. With over 69 options near Jemez Springs, New Mexico, that feature stunning waterfalls, you're sure to find the adventure you're looking for. Whether you prefer the rustic charm of Santa Fe Treehouse Camp (512 reviews), the serene atmosphere of Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), or the secluded beauty of Hermitory (202 reviews), we have top campsites that will exceed your expectations. Our campsites offer popular amenities like toilets, showers, and campfires, and you can enjoy activities such as swimming, off-roading (OHV), and exploring historic sites. Plus, with an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $15, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Jemez Springs

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. With over 69 options near Jemez Springs, New Mexico, that feature stunning waterfalls, you're sure to find the adventure you're looking for. Whether you prefer the rustic charm of Santa Fe Treehouse Camp (512 reviews), the serene atmosphere of Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), or the secluded beauty of Hermitory (202 reviews), we have top campsites that will exceed your expectations. Our campsites offer popular amenities like toilets, showers, and campfires, and you can enjoy activities such as swimming, off-roading (OHV), and exploring historic sites. Plus, with an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $15, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Jemez Springs

1. Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

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49mi from Jemez Springs · 58 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Brad and Ciana welcome you to the Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve, managed by The Wilderness Institute. The camp was founded 40 years ago as a summer camp for kids. We continue to offer camps for children and their parents and grandparents (family camps), as well as welcome adults and other groups to enjoy the vast and wild high desert nature up on this ridge. Register for our nature education activities and resources lead by The Wilderness Institute (available for all of our guests). These topics include sustainability, recycling, composting, water conservation, wildfire prevention, outdoor safety, and nature awareness along with the use of our hiking trails. You can also join an archery class, tomahawk throwing, climbing on the mobile climbing wall, Yoga, Qigong, Climbing Into The Heart of the Mother Tree, Star talks and more! There are beautiful views and access to Shaggy Peak, the southernmost tip of the Rocky Mountains and the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. Wander our land to enjoy various level hiking trails including a 20 minute hike to a creek and waterfall in the forest (some steep spots and creek is intermittent) or climb up Shaggy Peak (seasoned hikers only please). IMPORTANT: We are up 1.3 miles of dirt road (with 5-7+% grade in a few short stretches) and are not near public transportation so you will need your own vehicle! Be aware that the roads can be snowy, icy or muddy and rutted ( 4-wheel or All-trak recommended in certain times of year). We don’t guarantee the road will be plowed. We generally close for the season due to cold weather around Halloween and reopen just before Memorial Day. This is a non-smoking, no candle facility.

2. Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

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9.7mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · Lodging

We are excited to share our little A-frame cabin in the woods! The cabin is quite rustic ( and quite cute). Think of it like glamping -- outhouse, wood burning stove, dirt roads, and beautiful trees and mountains included. ** To keep the cabin affordable, all guests are responsible for cleaning up the cabin at the end of the stay and making it ready for the next guest. There are no cleaners coming in after you. ** The cabin is a 432 square foot A-frame in a small mountain community, which is surrounded by the Jemez National Forest. There are a few places to hike right from the front door, and many, many trailheads within a 20 minute drive. Fenton Lake is a short drive away, and the San Antonio Hot Springs is a 2.5 mile hike, bike, or ski away right out the front door for the confident adventurer. Located 1.5 hours from Albuquerque and Santa Fe, a few miles off of NM-4 between the town of Jemez Springs and the Valles Caldera National Preserve. No outdoor fires in the fire pit are permitted at this time. WATER HAS BEEN SHUT OFF FOR THE SEASON - YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN WATER.

3. Santa Fe National Forest

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444 sites · Rio En Medio, New Mexico

Santa Fe National Forest isn’t just a cool spot in New Mexico, it’s a place that painters, poets, photographers and adventurers have waxed poetic about since...well, forever. It’s easy to see why, with over 1.6 million acres and over 1,000 miles of trails to explore. Whether it’s an autumn day trekking under trees blazing gold, or taking turns down the slopes at Santa Fe Ski Basin, the forest is a year round wonderland! Spring and Summer offer thrilling whitewater rafting down the Rio Grande, trout fishing, hunting, and nights under the stars. It’s easy to set up camp here too in one of the forests many campgrounds, and if you plan on staying away, be sure visit the town of Santa Fe, one of the most artistic and beautiful towns in America. This trip is bound to have you channeling your inner artist in no time!

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4. Bandelier National Monument

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5 sites · White Rock, New Mexico

Discover ancient Native American history in these sublime Southwestern lands.

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5. Carson National Forest

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463 sites · La Madera, New Mexico

Come get lost in the wild, enchanted lands of New Mexico! One of five unearthly National Forests in this great state, Carson National Forest is open for business all year round, and never fails to bring the heat with magnificent mountain scenery and some seriously stunning natural features. If solitude is your muse than look no further! Cold mountain streams, ample trout fishing, and out of sight camping is sure to give you your fix. With over 1.5 million acres laden with high ridges, dense vegetation and some of the cleanest air you’re likely to find west of the Mississippi, Carson is simply the epitome of Southwestern frontier!

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Public campgrounds near Jemez Springs

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Vista Linda Campground

4.3mi from Jemez Springs · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

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Jemez Falls Campground

5.8mi from Jemez Springs · 52 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

The little creek that runs through the camp makes the most peaceful sound.

Paliza Campground

6mi from Jemez Springs · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

Redondo Campground

7mi from Jemez Springs · 60 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

The hot springs cascade down the side of the mountain in a series of private pools overlooking the valley.

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San Antonio Campground

8.2mi from Jemez Springs · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

Ponderosa Campground

19mi from Jemez Springs · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bandelier National Monument

Coyote Canyon Camping Area

21mi from Jemez Springs · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

Rio Puerco Campground

23mi from Jemez Springs · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

Fire after the junior ranger experience... fresh paved road in background.

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Juniper Campground

23mi from Jemez Springs · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bandelier National Monument

Resumidero Camping Area

24mi from Jemez Springs · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

Rio Chama Campground

40mi from Jemez Springs · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Santa Fe National Forest

Echo Campground

41mi from Jemez Springs · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Carson National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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seth

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

We had such a great relaxing time at Jen’s cabin. Everything is as advertised. The sheets and beds were very comfortable! Wish we could have stayed longer.

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Rachel

October 2025

1 night at Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

This A-frame was quite an interesting drive from Santa Fe. I don’t think we would’ve made it without our 4 wheel drive. The cabin was beautiful and Clean. We love the wood burning stove. Overall it was a great stay for a quick evening getaway from it all!

Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Lindsey

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

The Tecolotes are amazing and the camp hosts are all very welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend this place. It has everything you need and is a wonderful place to disconnect.

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Khambache

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

Adorable and cozy cabin perfect for a fsmall amily of four — a true Shangri-La, tucked away in nature and far from the noise.” would definitely go back again.

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MJ

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Ciana and Brad have a wonderful property with terrific sites and views and all the accommodations needed to make a trip into the outdoors fun and enjoyable. Great place, great hosts. Grateful!

Jo Ann

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We loved staying at Pegasus 1! Great fire pit, comfy beds, cool night breezes. We’ll be back!

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Erika

October 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Beautiful place. I’m going to stay longer the next time. The tree house is big and clean. Mattress are good. The kitchen and Comunity areas are big, clean, and have everything that you need. Kid and dog friendly. You can hike, archery, or just relax. Easy to arrive. Wonderful views.

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Ken

October 2025

2 nights at Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

A great retreat into the mountains. We hiked from the cabin and also drove to and hiked in Valles Caldera. Magical location. Beds were very comfortable. Cabin amenities were good. Just take care driving on the unpaved road up to the cabin. Stay center when possible to avoid ditches on the right.

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Ashley

October 2025

With kids

1 night at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We loved this intentional and creative spot! The treehouse is roomy and all the beds were comfortable- my kids loved the hanging bunks. It was a fun change from all the tent camping we were doing on our road trip through New Mexico and we appreciated the bathhouse and kitchen spaces. It’s a beautiful and serene area and Ciana was wonderfully welcoming and helpful with getting us settled in. We definitely recommended the treehouse!

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Claire

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

We had such an awesome stay at this cozy cabin!! It was very peaceful, private, and a perfect spot to unplug. Jen made everything simple and stress-free. The deck was our favorite spot for morning coffee and evening stargazing!! Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature.

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Natalie

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The facilities were great and the natural beauty you're surrounded by was fantastic! The tree tent was quite comfy, and the view from our site was beautifully peaceful. Ciana was incredibly welcoming and attentive as well. If you have the opportunity to stay, I highly recommend, and be sure to go on a hike with Jonathan (the campground host)!

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Jordyn

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Great stay, and beautiful place, friendly and nice people who were knowledgeable, good bathrooms, nice hiking

Allegra

October 2025

With kids

2 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Beautiful and peaceful land and wonderful hosts! We will be back for sure.

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Harold

October 2025

Group trip

5 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Incredible place!! So peaceful and well set up. Beautiful views and great accommodation

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Kathy

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

Jen’s place is soooo relaxing. Life really slows down here. If you crave getting away to a beautiful spot without cell or internet, this is for you. There is lots to see in the area and Jen leaves directions to find the sights. Don’t forget to bring towels. There is a shower in the back.

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Laura

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Beautiful place to stay! We were there for just one night but were able to do 2 hikes. Super clean facilities and a very gracious host! We can’t wait to go back to spend more time. Thank you!

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Miranda

September 2025

With pets

2 nights at Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

The perfect place to get away. No Wi-Fi, no cell service, which means you have everything you need at this sweet little cabin to take you away from life’s distractions. We love being in the woods, cooking meals, watching the fire and having our dogs with us too! This cabin has the perfect porch for sitting out and awaiting the stars at night. So wonderful. Thank you Jen.

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Zach

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Fantastic place to stay. Ciana is a very kind and welcoming host. Loved the hike down to the waterfall, and that my dog could come, too! Absolutely will be staying here again next time I’m in Santa Fe.

Sara

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

Jen's cabin was a perfect, rustic little getaway! Looking forward to future visits.

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Jackie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Jemez Mountains A-Frame Cabin

Jen’s A-Frame cabin is cozy and has necessary amenities. The night skies on the deck were memorable. Only downside were the barking dogs the minute we were outside.