Jemez Falls Picnic Area
Open for day-use reservations. Water systems are not yet operational due to freezing overnight temperatures. Bring your own drinking water. Day use only; no overnight camping permitted.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 7:00PM MDT until July 21 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
At 700 PM MDT, Although rainfall rates have decreased significantly, a risk of flash flooding continues across the warned area as runoff persists from earlier storms. Between 1.25 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen with additional rainfall amounts up to 0.25 inches possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Pueblo Pintado, Ojo Encino and Nageezi. This includes Highway 550 between Mile Markers 74 and 79...and between Mile Markers 108 and 122.
From Recreation.gov
Be advised: Due to our freezing temps at night our water systems have not been turned on yet. Please ensure you bring enough water for your stay. We are hoping to get them turned on for the season as soon as weather permits. Thank you
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…
About
Jemez Falls Group Picnic Site sits at 7,880 feet elevation in a forested setting on the Jemez District of the Santa Fe National Forest, approximately 15 miles northeast of Jemez Springs, New Mexico. The site is a reservable group day-use area that can accommodate up to 100 people, making it ideal for family reunions, group outings, and special events. The picnic area features a group pavilion with picnic tables, accessible vault toilets, cooking grills (charcoal only), and an open area suitable for volleyball. A trailhead within the area provides access to the scenic 70-foot Jemez Falls and McCauley Warm Springs. Nearby attractions include fishing on the trout-stocked Jemez River, San Diego Canyon overlook, Valles Caldera National Preserve, and Bandelier National Monument along the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway. This is a day-use facility only. Overnight camping is not permitted at this site. For overnight stays, the adjacent Jemez Falls Campground offers 52 sites with camping amenities.
Directions
From Jemez Springs, New Mexico, travel 15 miles northeast on State Road 4 to Forest Road 133 South. Continue approximately 1.5 miles to the day-use area.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 829-3535 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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