Jacks Creek
Closed through September 30, 2026 for vault toilet and water system construction. Normal operating season is May through November, weather permitting. First-come, first-served basis. No potable water is currently available; campers must bring their own.
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Emergency Stage II Fire Restrictions
Order Number:03-10-00-26-06U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceSanta Fe National Forest Emergency Stage II Fire RestrictionsPROHIBITIONS Pursuant to 16 U.S.C § 551 and 36 C.F.R § 261.50(a), the following are prohibited on all National Forest System lands (NFS) in the Santa Fe…
Temporary Area Closure Order for McCauley Springs Fire
U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service Santa Fe National ForestJemez Ranger DistrictTemporary Area Closure Order for McCauley Springs FirePROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) and (b) the following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands…
About
Jacks Creek Horse Camp is a dedicated equestrian campground beautifully situated among aspens and mixed conifer in the Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. At approximately 8,000 feet elevation, it provides an authentic mountain experience with direct access to the 160,000-acre Pecos Wilderness via Jacks Creek Trail #257. The campground offers 8 equestrian camping units featuring 5 12'x12' corrals, with highline or picket line setups available on 3 additional sites. There are 15 designated spaces for horse trailer parking. Facilities include ADA-accessible vault toilets, picnic tables, grills, and trash bins at each site. RVs are welcome but there are no hookups or showers. Quiet hours are enforced from 10pm to 7am. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and sheep/goats are prohibited in the Pecos Wilderness. ATVs are not allowed in the campground.
Directions
Located 21 miles north of Pecos, NM along NFS Road 555, north of Cowles in San Miguel County.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 757-6121 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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