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Santa Fe BLM

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Location

Santa Fe BLM is located in New Mexico

Coordinates

35.69341 N
106.089164 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Walk-In
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Hike-In
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WiFi
Good
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Good
AT&T
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Site Types

Tent Sites
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Standard (Tent/RV)
Dispersed
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Features

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ADA Access
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Pull-Through Sites
Big Rig Friendly

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.

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Scott

Scout

Reviewed May. 8, 2024

Tent camp Santa fe

I haven't camped yet.This is my 1st day here.And I just got the app so I'll have to come back and give her a few after i've finished my trip

SiteI have. N't stayed anywhere yet

Month of VisitJune

Jennifer H.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 26, 2023

Great views, can be loud in the morning

We camped here for two nights while visiting Santa Fe and it is definitely the best free spot you’ll find so close to the city. There were quiet a few people out in RV’s and trailers, but there’s so much space that you can really park almost anywhere and still have a little bit of privacy with the trees/bushes. Apple/google maps will take you right to the road, and we hardly noticed the landfill until we heard trash trucks one morning. There are some fire pits already set up and plenty of wood around to have a little fire.

Month of VisitNovember

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Ben R.

Ranger

Reviewed Apr. 29, 2023

I mean, it was free

The area is right next to a landfill which worried us at first but turned out not to be a problem, I imagine it gets worse in the warmer months. You can drive around and find some cool and private spots but there is trash seriously everywhere. We even found shot gun shells a little further out all over the ground. When you pull up to the area you can either turn right into the blm land or go straight past the signage into the National park area. I think it said El Camino Real. This is where the toilets and shelter is. The toilets were actually well kept. There were some nice people but I can imagine if you drive further out away from people it feels a little sketchier. It wasn’t the best, but it was definitely free.

Month of VisitMay

Ildiko F.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 3, 2022

it’s pretty alright!

in the nighttime it’s really good- quiet besides the coyotes and excellent for stargazing. however both times i’ve been here there’s been some guy just absolutely screaming and cursing at no one in particular. both times he’s left in the evening tho. the sites are a lil close together but having access to the vault toilets is a treat!

Month of VisitSeptember

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Izzy T.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 26, 2022

Land of Disenchantment near trailhead

Next to a landfill, which is loud near the trailhead. Pit toilets are disgusting. Would rather dig a hole for that… long term campers mainly at the trailhead - RV, tent, and van. Plus loads of trash and abandoned RV’s.

However, I stayed here the 14 day limit and found some great spots that are secluded from the residents and flies. Other than the serenading coyotes, it’s very peaceful at night. Great views of the surrounding mountains and awesome sunsets. Conveniently located to Santa Fe. I don’t think I’ll stop here again unless it’s overnight.

Month of VisitSeptember

Tyler C.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 2, 2022

Awesome

Very relaxing. Thanks for a great spot.

Month of VisitAugust

mont B.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 28, 2022

Quiet

SiteNear toilet

Month of VisitMay

Todd J.

Guide

Reviewed Dec. 22, 2021

Easy Dispersed Camping

Easy to get to just outside of Santa Fe. It’s BLM dispersed so no facilities at all and a bit of a Nomadland vibe. Some folks were pistol shooting in an arroyo until dark. We were able to find a spot with adequate privacy but not isolated, although one could certainly go further in. A truck with just running lights came through during the night and a BLM LE officer came by in the morning. It was cold af in mid-Dec. I would stay here again.

Sitedispersed

Month of VisitJanuary

paige L.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 10, 2021

quiet and simple to find

Overall, this is a good spot to camp. It was simple to find, there was plenty of space for dispersed camping, and was a quiet place.

Month of VisitSeptember

Kyle

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 5, 2021

Cross Country w/ A Uhaul

I was towing a Uhaul cross country so needed some place close-ish to the free way and with an easily accessible road: this location had both. I used the google maps directions and they said to head north on foot, instead I drove straight along the dirt road and found the disbursed sites. There were a number of people around and a little bit of road noise in the distance. Happy and safe travels: Cheers 🍻

SiteDisbursed

Month of VisitSeptember

Jeff K.

Guide

Reviewed Mar. 14, 2021

Multiple spots to choose

Not too far out of Santa Fe. There are multiple places for dispersed camping along the same road, including a few trailhead campgrounds like Diablo Canyon (rock climbing hot spot).

Megan E.

Ranger

Reviewed Nov. 21, 2020

Just land

Located more in the desert, but an extremely bumpy dirt road can take you further in to other camping areas. Just make sure you have 4-wheel drive. Simple, basic site. Old historical “El Camino de Real” trail runs through the east side of the campground.

pamela D.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 25, 2020

Very chill

Road in not too bad — chill spot to stay for the night on the way to somewhere else.

Chris

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 20, 2020

Not too far from the city

Close by, easy to find, plenty of space. Little trash left behind by some people. Overall, a great place for the night.

Chrischelle N.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 23, 2020

Meh

Just a square patch of land, but plenty of space. You’ll hear a bit of shooting from the gun range nearby, and maybe some ATVs. But overall peaceful, and nothing beats free. No amenities whatsoever.

Also, people have been dumping old large furniture items like couches and mattresses.