Vista Linda Campground
Santa Fe National Forest, New Mexico
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As of October 2026, Vista Linda Campground is a campground in Santa Fe National Forest, New Mexico with 13 campsites. Vista Linda Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Vista Linda Campground is located at 35.7155ยฐ N, 106.7215ยฐ W.
Vista Linda Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Campsites at Vista Linda Campground
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Canyon.
Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking, photography, stargazing.
About Vista Linda Campground
Overview
Vista Linda Campground is a first come, first serve campground in the San Diego Canyon on the Jemez National Recreation Area. There are thirteen sites throughout the campground. Potable water and vault toilets are provided amenities. Each campsite has picnic tables, a fire ring, and a charcoal pedestal. Sites with shad features are available; not all sites provide shade features.
Recreation
Vista Linda Campground is one of five developed campgrounds in the Jemez National Recreation Area on the Jemez Ranger District. There are numerous outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the Jemez National Recreation Area, from scenic driving to fishing accesses and day-use picnic areas. Vista Linda Campground is a brief drive from numerous developed day-use sites on the NM-4 Corridor and a short drive from multiple access points to Trail 137
Facilities
Vista Linda Campground provides potable water access and vault toilets. Electric hookups are not provided.
Note: Please call the Jemez Ranger District Office at 575-829-3535 for potable water systems updates.
Natural Features
Vista Linda Campground is situated in a basin of the San Diego Canyon, south of the town of Jemez Springs, NM. It is surrounded by redrock and sandstone mesas in a vibrant cottonwood bosque. The Jemez River runs parallel to the campground, and provides ample fishing access for campers. The campground provides excellent stargazing options on cloudless nights.
Nearby Attractions
Vista Linda Campground is part of the Jemez National Recreation Area. There are numerous developed, dispersed, and undeveloped recreation opportunities throughout the Jemez National Recreation Area. It is also near the Valles Caldera National Preserve, Bandelier National Monument, Dome and Bandlier Wilderness Areas, the town of Los Alamos, and a two-hour drive to Santa Fe.
Rules and notices at Vista Linda Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Vista Linda Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
This campground will take reservations for the 2026 season starting on June 16th, 2026, with the first date available for reservations on June 30th, 2026. It will revert back to First Come, First Served after October 11th, 2026, for the off-season.
No dump station available at this campground.
Dead and down only in fire rings; do not cut standing trees.
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 https://www.dontmovefirewood.org/
Charcoal only in pedestal grills.
Check-out time is at 11:00 noon .
Check-in time is at 1:00 PM.
Potable water is provided in the campground. Please contact the Jemez Ranger District Office at 575-829-3535 for updates.
There is no electrical hookups in the campground .
Quiet hours are between 10pm and 7am. Generators are not to be used during that time.
Click here for more information about the Santa Fe National Forest.
Vista Linda Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Vista Linda Campground?
Vista Linda Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Vista Linda Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Vista Linda Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Vista Linda Campground have?
Vista Linda Campground has 13 campsites.
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