Clear Creek Campground (Nm)

Santa Fe National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Cuba, NM, NM

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$75 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (114 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/clear-creek-campground-nm to be notified when sites open up.

Clear Creek Campground is nestled in the Jemez Mountains less than two hours from Albuquerque, offering hiking and fishing in a cool, pine-covered setting. Campers praise it as a great rustic experience for families and pets with well-spaced sites.

Wildlife alert: American Badger, Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Southwestern Red Squirrel, Greater Pewee, Dusky Grouse, Cassin's Finch, Great Horned Owl, Wandering Garter Snake, Greater Short-horned Lizard

Insider tips for Clear Creek Campground (Nm): Book reservations early via Recreation.gov as this federal campground fills quickly Cuba, NM is 11 miles away with lodging, restaurants, and gas stations Self-contained RVs suitable; no hookups available at sites Dispersed camping options available nearby the main campground

Skip Clear Creek Campground (Nm) if: You need RV hookups. You plan to visit outside May-October season. You want to use ATVs (not allowed at this location).

Best time to visit Clear Creek Campground (Nm): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Rio De Las Vacas Campground (Cuba, NM), Clear Creek Group Campground (Nm) (Cuba, NM), San Antonio Campground (Jemez Springs, NM), Redondo Campground (Jemez Springs, NM).

Cell Phone Coverage at Clear Creek Campground (Nm)

Cell signal at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) (Cuba, NM): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Clear Creek Campground (Nm)

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Cuba, NM, NM★ 4.7 (114 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV47 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups✕ You plan to visit outside May-October season✕ You want to use ATVs (not allowed at this location)

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book reservations early via Recreation.gov as this federal campground fills quickly

Cuba, NM is 11 miles away with lodging, restaurants, and gas stations

Self-contained RVs suitable; no hookups available at sites

Dispersed camping options available nearby the main campground

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Badger, Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Southwestern Red Squirrel, Greater Pewee, Dusky Grouse, Cassin's Finch, Great Horned Owl, Wandering Garter Snake, Greater Short-horned Lizard

Location

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Getting there →

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.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Santa Fe National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Santa Fe National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Clear Creek Campground (Nm) cost per night?+
Clear Creek Campground (Nm) costs $20–$75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Clear Creek Campground (Nm) open?+
Clear Creek Campground (Nm) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Clear Creek Campground (Nm) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Clear Creek Campground (Nm)?+
Clear Creek Campground (Nm) can accommodate RVs up to 47 feet.
How do I make reservations at Clear Creek Campground (Nm)?+
Clear Creek Campground (Nm) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Clear Creek Campground (Nm)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Clear Creek Campground (Nm) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Clear Creek Campground (Nm) open, and what are check-in times?+
Clear Creek Campground (Nm) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4.7 (114)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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