Pecos Canyon State Park
Open — Open year-round. Most sites are first-come, first-served. Some loops (Terrero and Mora) require reservations during peak season. Stage I fire restrictions may be in effect limiting campfires to designated areas.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:
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 s
Seasonal Road Closures
Due to winter weather conditions, the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) will close some forest roads susceptible to damage to protect public health and safety, infrastructure, and natural resources.
Temporary Area Closure for the Tesuque Peak Powerline on the Espanola Ranger District
The area in the vicinity of Tesuque Peak Powerline is temporarily closed for a powerline rebuild and restoration project.
Jemez Cave Closure
The purpose of this Order is to provide natural and cultural resource protection for the Jemez Cave and for public safety and welfare until current damage to natural and cultural resources can be assessed and a long-term management strategy developed.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions Order for the Santa Fe National Forest
The Santa Fe National Forest has the need to limit the stay of the visitors to lessen the opportunity of residency; and to comply with State Law prohibiting the consumption of alcoholic beverages by persons under the age of 21; and to protect general visitors sensitive to public nudity from human
Order Prohibiting Possession of Domestic Sheep or Goats within the Pecos Wilderness
The purpose of this Order is to protect bighorn sheep from diseases transmitted by domestic sheep and goats.
Special Closure for the Santa Fe Watershed on the Espanola Ranger District
Special Closure Order for the Santa Fe watershed
Santa Fe Watershed Closure Order on the Espanola Ranger District
WHEREAS, bathing, fishing, camping, picnicking, and other forms of human occupancy of the Santa Fe River Watershed in the Santa Fe National Forest, causes pollution of the water flowing therein used by the residents of Santa Fe, New Mexico , for drinking and domestic purposes, to a degree threate
About
Pecos Canyon State Park, New Mexico's 35th state park, is a jewel near the Pecos Wilderness of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in north central New Mexico. Just a short drive from Santa Fe and north of the Village of Pecos, this high-elevation forested park offers prime mountain camping at elevations ranging from 7,628 feet to 8,196 feet. The park provides world-class trout fishing opportunities on the Pecos River and its tributaries, surrounded by the Santa Fe National Forest. The park features 33 primitive campsites distributed across three campground loops: Terrero, Mora, and Bert Clancy. Each campsite accommodates up to 7 people with varying equipment lengths from 19 to 50 feet. The campground operates first-come, first-served during the off-season, while some loops require reservations during peak season. Facilities include vault toilets, fire rings, and parking. The park currently has no running water, electricity hookups, or sewer connections. Stage I fire restrictions may be in effect, limiting campfires to designated grills and stoves in developed camp and picnic grounds. Visitors can enjoy fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, birding, and picnicking in this newly created state park that is still under development. A group shelter is also available for reservation. The park offers access to surrounding wilderness areas and serves as a gateway to exploring the Pecos Wilderness and Santa Fe National Forest.
Directions
From Santa Fe, NM, drive east on I-25 to exit 299 for NM-50 toward Glorieta/Pecos. Continue on NM-50 to Pecos, then take NM-63 north into Pecos Canyon State Park.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 670-8196 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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