Road 378 runs through Santa Fe National Forest, and the dispersed clearings along it sit close enough to Fenton Lake to make kayaking or fishing a short drive away. The sites are free, fire pits are in place, and the road is manageable for vehicles with modest clearance, though it does run rough in sections. Elevation sits around 8,000 feet, so nights run cold regardless of season. Crowds tend to stay light even on holiday weekends, since most visitors pay for sites at Fenton Lake State Park Campground nearby. The clearings are spaced apart, which limits noise between groups. Campers who want more seclusion can drive further up the road to find smaller, more private spots. Sanitation has been an issue at some clearings, so pack accordingly. Those interested in dispersed spots near Santa Fe National Forest will find this stretch a solid base for exploring the Jemez Mountains.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRoad 378, Fenton Lake is located in New Mexico near Jemez Springs
Coordinates
35.89273891 N
106.70669027 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- WiFi
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 34 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 1 hr 37 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 3 hrs 7 min from Farmington, NM
- 4 hrs 56 min from Pueblo, CO











