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Field Tract Campground

Santa Fe National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Pecos, NM, NM

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (47 reviews)

Season: May through October

Please note that Field Tract Campground is currently closed until further notice due to necessary repairs on the shelters. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to restore the facilities. Field Tract Campground is located on the banks of the beautiful Pecos River.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Field Tract Campground offers a family-friendly atmosphere on the banks of the Pecos River with excellent access to fishing and Santa Fe National Forest recreation. Google reviews consistently praise the dark skies for stargazing and the peaceful camping experience, with a 4.6/5 rating from 70 reviews.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Long-eared Myotis, Northern Pygmy-Owl, American Dipper, Steller's Jay, Smooth Greensnake, Wandering Garter Snake, and Greater Short-horned Lizard are present in the area.

Insider tips for Field Tract Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 15 sites and high demand during peak season Gates close at certain times for security, creating a gated community feel A small store is nearby for supplies

Skip Field Tract Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You require glamping amenities — this is basic camping with fire rings and picnic tables. Campground is currently closed for shelter repairs until further notice per RIDB.

Best time to visit Field Tract Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. Labor Day week — Popular time with high demand; book 2+ months in advance per camper experience..

Nearby campgrounds: Holy Ghost Group Area (Pecos, NM), Panchuela (Cowles, NM), Jacks Creek Group Area (Pecos, NM), Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, Nm) (Santa Fe, NM).

Cell Phone Coverage at Field Tract Campground

Cell signal at Field Tract Campground (Pecos, 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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    Pecos, NM, NM★ 3.8 (47 reviews)From $8/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Please note that Field Tract Campground is currently closed until further notice due to necessary repairs on the shelters. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to restore the facilities. Field Tract Campground is located on the banks of the beautiful Pecos River.

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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 RV62 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

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

    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 — no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You require glamping amenities — this is basic camping with fire rings and picnic tables✕ Campground is currently closed for shelter repairs until further notice per RIDB

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 15 sites and high demand during peak season

    Gates close at certain times for security, creating a gated community feel

    A small store is nearby for supplies

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Best: Labor Day week

    Popular time with high demand; book 2+ months in advance per camper experience.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    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: Mule Deer, Long-eared Myotis, Northern Pygmy-Owl, American Dipper, Steller's Jay, Smooth Greensnake, Wandering Garter Snake, and Greater Short-horned Lizard are present in the area.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    (505) 757-6121· Santa Fe National Forest
    jmunoz@fs.fed.us
    Getting there →

    Field Tract Campground is located 10 miles north of Pecos on the right-hand side.

    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Field Tract Campground cost per night?+
    Field Tract Campground costs $8 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Field Tract Campground open?+
    Field Tract Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Field Tract Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Field Tract Campground?+
    Field Tract Campground can accommodate RVs up to 62 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Field Tract Campground?+
    Field Tract Campground 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 Field Tract Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Field Tract Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Field Tract Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Field Tract Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $8 /night★ 3.8 (47)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Holy Ghost Group Area

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    From $100/night

    Panchuela

    Cowles, NM

    From $5/night

    Jacks Creek Group Area

    Pecos, NM

    From $100/night

    Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, Nm)

    Santa Fe, NM

    From $20/night

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