Open

Open for the season. Water systems are not yet operational due to freezing nighttime temperatures; campers must bring their own water supply until systems are turned on.

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

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 device in effective working order.

Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits: Using any type of vehicle that does not comply with an applicable state law.Using a road for commercial hauling without a permit or written authorization.Operating a vehicle in violation of speed, load,…

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…

Temporary area, road, and trail closures for Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon post-fire impacts

U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service Santa Fe National ForestPecos/Las Vegas Ranger District TEMPORARY AREA, ROAD, AND TRAIL CLOSURES FOR HERMITS PEAK AND CALF CANYON POST-FIRE IMPACTSPROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following are…

Campground and Equestrian Area Closure for Field Tract, Panchuela, Jacks Creek Campgrounds

U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceSanta Fe National ForestPecos-Las Vegas Ranger DistrictCampground and Equestrian Area Closure PROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) and (b), the following is prohibitedon the National Forest System (NFS) lands and…

All Offices Closed - April 22, 2026

OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTThe Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe, NM, and all district offices (Cuba, Jemez, Coyote, Española, Pecos, and Las Vegas) will be closed on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, while our customer service representatives attend annual training. We’ll be back to our regular hours on…

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Order Number: # 03-10-00-26-03U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceSanta Fe National ForestEmergency Stage 1 Fire Restrictions  PROHIBITIONS 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…

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.

Headquarters Well Area Closure on Española Ranger District

Order Number:  03-10-06-25-17U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceSanta Fe National ForestEspanola Ranger DistrictCamping Area Closure at Headquarters WellPROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) and (b) the following is prohibitedon the National Forest…

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…

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…

About

San Antonio Campground is nestled in a ponderosa pine forest along the San Antonio River within the Jemez National Recreation Area. At 7,600 feet elevation, visitors experience warm summer days and cool mountain nights. The campground was completely rebuilt and reopened in 2010 as a reduced-impact and recycle campground. The facility includes 20 standard campsites plus a group area with nine walk-in tent sites and a pavilion accommodating up to 100 people. Sites 1-6 feature water and electric hookups. All sites have picnic tables and pedestal grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, though water availability depends on seasonal conditions. A paved walking trail along the river provides fishing access where anglers can catch rainbow trout. The campground offers convenient access to La Cueva Picnic Site, Spence Hot Spring Trailhead, and Battleship Rock Trailhead. The area lies along the 163-mile Jemez Mountain Trail Scenic Byway.

Directions

From Jemez Springs, travel 9 miles north on NM-4 along the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway, then take NM-126 for 2 miles to the campground.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups Yes
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $20 - $150

Vehicle

Max RV Length 50ft
Max Trailer Length 50ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (575) 829-3535

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

San Antonio Campground
San Antonio Campground
View of the woods.
Bathroom
San Antonio Campground entrance
San Antonio Campground information board

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