Holy Ghost Group Area

Santa Fe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Pecos, NM, NM

Price: From $100 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Holy Ghost Campground is tucked away in the Santa Fe National Forest, on the cusp of the breathtaking Pecos Wilderness in Holy Ghost Canyon. This group campground sits high in the canyon, with Holy Ghost Creek gently flowing alongside it. A network of trails invites hikers and horseback riders to discover the stunning landscapes of the surrounding wilderness.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/holy-ghost-group-area to be notified when sites open up.

Holy Ghost Group Area sits in Santa Fe National Forest alongside Holy Ghost Creek with stunning Pecos Wilderness access. Google reviewers consistently praise the beautiful creek setting and excellent hiking location, with one noting the shallow creek is perfect for children to play in.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Canada Jay, Dusky Grouse, Pine Siskin, and Pine Grosbeak are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Holy Ghost Group Area: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Pitch your tent close to Holy Ghost Creek for ambient water sounds and easy creek access Bring a self-contained RV or tent; no hookups available at sites

Skip Holy Ghost Group Area if: You need electrical hookups or full RV facilities. You're planning to visit outside May-October when the campground is closed. You prefer first-come, first-served reservations over advance booking.

Best time to visit Holy Ghost Group Area: May-October — Verified operating season from data.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Holy Ghost Group Area

Cell signal at Holy Ghost Group Area (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★ 4 (1 reviews)From $100/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Holy Ghost Campground is tucked away in the Santa Fe National Forest, on the cusp of the breathtaking Pecos Wilderness in Holy Ghost Canyon. This group campground sits high in the canyon, with Holy Ghost Creek gently flowing alongside it. A network of trails invites hikers and horseback riders to discover the stunning landscapes of the surrounding wilderness.

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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 RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
ADA sites1 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 electrical hookups or full RV facilities✕ You're planning to visit outside May-October when the campground is closed✕ You prefer first-come, first-served reservations over advance booking

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Pitch your tent close to Holy Ghost Creek for ambient water sounds and easy creek access

Bring a self-contained RV or tent; no hookups available at sites

Best: May-October

Verified operating season from data

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 Pika, Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Canada Jay, Dusky Grouse, Pine Siskin, and Pine Grosbeak are documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Santa Fe, take I-25 east approximately 18 miles to the Glorieta/Pecos Exit. Take NM Highway 50 to Pecos, approximately 5 miles. At the 4-way stop, turn left onto NM Highway 63 and travel approximately 14 miles north to Forest Road 122. Take Forest Road 122 approximately 4 miles to the campground. The group campground is located behind the locked gate at the very end of the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

#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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Holy Ghost Group Area cost per night?+
Holy Ghost Group Area costs $100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Holy Ghost Group Area open?+
Holy Ghost Group Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Holy Ghost Group Area have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Holy Ghost Group Area?+
Holy Ghost Group Area can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Holy Ghost Group Area?+
Holy Ghost Group Area 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 Holy Ghost Group Area?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Holy Ghost Group Area is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Holy Ghost Group Area open, and what are check-in times?+
Holy Ghost Group Area 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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$100 /night★ 4 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Panchuela

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Field Tract Campground

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From $8/night

Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, Nm)

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From $20/night

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