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Clear Creek Group Campground (Nm)

Santa Fe National Forest

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Upcoming Availability

8 of 14 days currently show available sites.

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Thu, Sep 10

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

The group campground is located in the last loop of the Clear Creek Campground, alongside the serene Clear Creek. The group campground can host up to 35 people, and has parking for a large bus or RV available. Evergreen ponderosa pines and Engelman spruce make up the forest around the campground, a welcome sight for those escaping the heat.

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

The group campground can host up to 35 people, and has parking for a large bus or RV available. A max of 3 RV's or camp trailers can be used at one time in addition to 3 tents. It’s location is far enough from the individual sites to make the place feel like your own campground. A large ramada with picnic tables and pedestal grill are available for the group area, along with a vaultedtoilet. There is drinking water available and a host on site to answer any questions. The campground opens in May and closes in mid October. This is a popular spot for Albuquerque recreationists, so make reservations early!

Natural Features

Evergreen ponderosa pines and Engelman spruce make up the forest around the campground, a welcome sight for those escaping the heat. The majesty of the Jemez Mountains provides amazing scenery for those inthe campground and for scenic drives through the forest. A variety of wildlife call this place home including black bears, mule deer, elk, and a plethora of bird species.

Recreation

Local streams and the San Gregorio reservoir provide fishing opportunities for anglers, and hikers will delight in the many hiking opportunities in the nearby San Pedro Parks Wilderness.

Important notices

Fire restrictions may exist. Check with the Cuba Ranger District if you are unsure.
A Max of 3 RV's or camp trailers can be utilized within the group area in addition to 3 tents within the prepared tent pads. Please do not block the loop with any vehicles or RV/CAMPERS this is used as an emergency route when needed.
Check out time is 11:00 AM, Check in time is 1:00 PM
No ATV/UTV/ORV use in the campground. Travel is restricted elsewhere on the forest.

More at Santa Fe National Forest

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Surrounding campgrounds

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Gallo Campground

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Aldo Leopold House

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Amole Canyon Group Shelter

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Ute Campground (Co)

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Common questions

Is Clear Creek Group Campground (Nm) available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 8 of the next 14 days, starting Sun, Sep 13. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Clear Creek Group Campground (Nm)?

Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.

How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?

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