Paliza
Paliza Campground sits beneath sandstone cliffs on the Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The area is replete with culture, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Ample recreation opportunities exist at or near the campground, which makes it a wonderful outdoor destination.
There is no water.
The campground offers a variety of sites available for tent and RV camping. The majority of the sites are single-family occupancy, but the campground also has double and even triple-sized units, as well as a group site that can accommodate up to 100 people. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Picnic tables, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are accessible vault toilets. Roads within the campground are paved.
Need to Know
Online reservations are payment for one vehicle. There is an additional fee of $10 per vehicle per night, cash, if more than one vehicle. This willl be paid at the campground.
- Water is not available; visitors must bring their own supply
Before making a reservation for a campsite, check the details for driveway length to see if your vehicle and equipment can fit on the site.
- Click here for more information on the Santa Fe National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
No live music or sound systems after 10 p.m.
Check out is at 12 noon.
Quiet hours are between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. No generator use between this time.
Natural Features
The newly refurbished campground sits in a forested area at the top of a hill with views of the Jemez Valley below. It was originally the site of a 1930s Civilian Convservation Corps base camp. Remnants of that camp, including log lean-to's and adirondack shelters with rock fireplaces, can be found within the campground.
A small stream runs alongside the campground and sandstone cliffs on the nearby mesas provide excellent photographic and sightseeing opportunities. A small tract of private land is located north of the campground and common courtesy is appreciated.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is located five miles northeast of the town of Ponderosa, New Mexico, an area known for its vineyards and winery with a tasting room.
The Jemez Pueblo and the Walatowa Visitor Center, both of which provide rewarding cultural experiences, are just 11 miles from the campground in the town of Jemez. The quaint community offers shopping and dining opportunities, as well as a variety of recreational opportunities.
Recreation
Hiking, wildlife viewing and scenic drives are some of the popular activities enjoyed near the campground. Striking views of an ancient volcanic crater amid the rolling hills, can be seen from the Cerro Pelado Scenic Overlook, about 11 miles from the campground.
Off-road vehicle trails and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails surround the campground.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
PO BOX 150 Jemez Springs NM 87025
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From the town of Ponderosa, New Mexico, travel 5 miles northeast on Forest Road 10 to the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 0017, Loop SNGL, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop SNGL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop SNGL, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site GS2, Loop Red Tail Loop Walk-In Sites, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop SNGL, Type Standard Electric
- Site 018, Loop SNGL, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 0019, Loop SNGL, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site GS1, Loop Owl Loop Drive-In Sites, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 0020, Loop SNGL, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop SNGL, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop SNGL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop SNGL, Type Shelter Nonelectric
