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Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest

Clear Creek Campground, near Cuba, New Mexico, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape into nature without the hustle and bustle. With roomy, well-groomed sites surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and a small creek flowing through, it’s a peaceful retreat that feels just right for a weekend getaway.

This campground is small and cozy, featuring about a dozen sites that cater to both tent campers and RVs. Visitors rave about the quiet atmosphere, making it a perfect place to unwind. Each site comes with a fire ring, so you can roast marshmallows and share stories around the campfire. As one happy camper put it, “Any true camper would adore the place.”

If you’re up for some adventure, there are plenty of hiking trails nearby that lead to beautiful canyons, and the forest roads are great for exploring on an ATV or UTV. Just keep in mind that cellular service is pretty much non-existent, so it’s a great chance to disconnect and enjoy the great outdoors.

With amenities like a fresh water hand pump and vault toilets, Clear Creek Campground has what you need for a comfortable stay. Whether you’re here for a quick escape or a longer adventure, this campground offers a serene setting that’s hard to beat.

Description

National Forest

Santa Fe National Forest

Overview

Less than two hours from the city of Albuquerque, Clear Creek Campground is nestled away in the Jemez Mountains. This cool oasis offers refuge from the New Mexico heat. Visitors delight in the hiking and fishing opportunities available in the shade of the pine covered Jemez Mountains. To make a reservation for the Clear Creek Campground Group site please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10098564

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.

Natural Features

The campground is located amid stunning ponderosa pines in close proximity to Clear Creek. In the fall, elk can be heard bugling in the early mornings and late evenings.

Nearby Attractions

The San Pedro Parks Wilderness, just north of the Clear Creek Campground, offers easy and scenic day hikes. The minimal grade increases of the trails into the San Pedro Parks make this wilderness an ideal backpacking destination for beginners and experienced backpackers alike. Three main trailheads, the San Gregorio, Palomas, and Los Pinos, are within driving distance of the campground.

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Location

Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest is located in New Mexico

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Cuba, New Mexico, travel 11 miles east of Cuba on New Mexico State Highway 126. The campground is located approximately 11 miles from Cuba where lodging, restaurants, and gas stations are available. The campground is approximately a one and a half hour drive from Albuquerque.

Address

PO Box 130
Cuba, NM 87013

Coordinates

35.9858333 N
106.8125 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Mar. 19, 2023

Quiet and well maintained

This campground has roomy camp sites and all are well groomed. Camp host is present during open season. Sites were $10 per day and are reservable. Fire rings are in each site. Pets are allowed. There is good hiking areas to take you to many canyons and none of the trails are very steep.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest by Ken M., March 19, 2023
  • Review photo of Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest by Ken M., March 19, 2023
  • Review photo of Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest by Ken M., March 19, 2023
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Reviewed Nov. 2, 2020

Wonderful campground

Living in Albuquerque, this has become our long weekend, get-away destination of choice. The CG is relatively small (12 sites) and is typically very quiet. The road and sites are all paved, with a mix of larger spaces (fit our 35 ft. 5th wheel just fine) and smaller tent / pop up trailer size spots. All sites have tent pads. The area provides lots of opportunities to hike or drive the many forest roads that are nearby. If you enjoy exploring in an atv/utv the forest roads range from well maintained to pretty rough. There is a fresh water hand pump and two vault toilets. Cellular connectivity is nonexistent.

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2017

Beautiful Forest

This campground is beautiful! Each site is surrounded by ponderosa pines. A small creek flows through the campground.

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  • Review photo of Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest by Nicole P., June 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest by Nicole P., June 1, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest?

    Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest allows vehicles up to 47 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest?

    There are 13 campsites at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) — Santa Fe National Forest and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts