San Antonio Campground

Santa Fe National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Jemez Springs, NM, NM

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$150 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (250 reviews)

Season: May through October

San Antonio Campground is adjacent to the San Antonio River, tucked into a forest of ponderosa pine at 7,600 feet above sea level. This popular campground is open from May through October in the Santa Fe National Forest. Visitors should be prepared for hot summer days and cool nights.

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

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

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

San Antonio Campground sits at 7,600 feet in a ponderosa pine forest adjacent to the San Antonio River with a paved walking trail. Google reviewers praise its cleanliness, maintenance, and scenic environment, with a 4.6/5 rating from 85 reviews.

Wildlife alert: New Mexico Black Bear, Wapiti, Mule Deer, Mexican Spotted Owl, and Gopher Snake verified in the area. Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Abert's Squirrel, and various lizard species also present.

Insider tips for San Antonio Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Sites are tight for RVs over 30 feet; check site size before booking Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites have no hookups Camp host on-site for assistance

Skip San Antonio Campground if: You need water or sewer hookups—not available at most sites. You plan to visit November through April—seasonal closure. You have a large RV over 30 feet—sites are tight.

Best time to visit San Antonio Campground: May-October — Campground is only open May through October; prepare for hot summer days and cool nights at this elevation.

Nearby campgrounds: Redondo Campground (Jemez Springs, NM), Jemez Falls (Nm) Picnic Area (JEMEZ SPRINGS, NM), Clear Creek Campground (Nm) (Cuba, NM), Rio De Las Vacas Campground (Cuba, NM).

Cell Phone Coverage at San Antonio Campground

Cell signal at San Antonio Campground (Jemez Springs, 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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Jemez Springs, NM, NM★ 4.4 (250 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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San Antonio Campground is adjacent to the San Antonio River, tucked into a forest of ponderosa pine at 7,600 feet above sea level. This popular campground is open from May through October in the Santa Fe National Forest. Visitors should be prepared for hot summer days and cool nights.

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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 RV52 ft
Hookups6 electric sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host

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 water or sewer hookups—not available at most sites✕ You plan to visit November through April—seasonal closure✕ You have a large RV over 30 feet—sites are tight

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Sites are tight for RVs over 30 feet; check site size before booking

Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites have no hookups

Camp host on-site for assistance

Best: May-October

Campground is only open May through October; prepare for hot summer days and cool nights at this elevation

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: New Mexico Black Bear, Wapiti, Mule Deer, Mexican Spotted Owl, and Gopher Snake verified in the area. Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Abert's Squirrel, and various lizard species also present.

Location

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Getting there →

From Jemez Springs, New Mexico, travel 9 miles north on New Mexico State Road 4 and along the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway, then take New Mexico State Road 126 for 2 miles to campground.

Campground entrance

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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 San Antonio Campground cost per night?+
San Antonio Campground costs $20–$150 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is San Antonio Campground open?+
San Antonio Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does San Antonio Campground have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at San Antonio Campground?+
San Antonio Campground can accommodate RVs up to 52 feet.
How do I make reservations at San Antonio Campground?+
San Antonio 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 San Antonio Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at San Antonio Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is San Antonio Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
San Antonio Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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★ 4.4 (250)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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From $20/night

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