Vista Linda Campground
Vista Linda Campground sits 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.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 02 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 03 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 04 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 05 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 06 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 07 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No / No | 5 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Vista Linda Campground is a RESERVATION ONLY campground during the peak season (June 30th to October 11th, 2026). Campground fees are $20 per vehicle per night for each single unit. In the off-season, Vista Linda Campground reverts to first come, first serve. |
| Accessibility | Sites 01, 02, 03, 04 and 9 more are listed accessible |
Vista Linda Campground provides potable water access and vault toilets. Electric hookups are not provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Santa Fe National Forest |
| Booking | This campground is first come first serve. |
| Fees | $10 per vehicle per night for single unit. Only two (2) vehicles are permitted at a camp site. |
| Rules | Dogs must be leashed at all times while within campground area. |
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 35.7155° N, 106.7215° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedGolondrino Rx
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Juniper Campground Dump Station ↗ | 25.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 35.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 38 mi |
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Worth a stop
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.
- 0.1 miRiver's Bend Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 0.7 miSan Diego Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 0.7 miSpanish Queen Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 5.3 mi
- 8.9 miBattleship Rock Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.4 miJemez Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Santa Fe National Forest.
- inSanta Fe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,681,851 acres
- 15 miOjito Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 11,656 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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.
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
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Vista Linda Campground?
Sites at Vista Linda Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. This campground is first come first serve. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Vista Linda Campground?
Vista Linda Campground is a RESERVATION ONLY campground during the peak season (June 30th to October 11th, 2026). Campground fees are $20 per vehicle per night for each single unit. In the off-season, Vista Linda Campground reverts to first come, first serve.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Vista Linda Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Vista Linda Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Vista Linda Campground have?
13 sites, including 13 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Vista Linda Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Vista Linda Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Vista Linda Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Vista Linda Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Dogs must be leashed at all times while within campground area.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Vista Linda Campground?
Sites 01, 02, 03, and 04 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 13 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Vista Linda Campground?
Vista Linda Campground is one of five developed campgrounds in the Jemez National Recreation Area on the Jemez Ranger District. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Vista Linda Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Paliza Group Campground (5.1 mi), Paliza (5.4 mi), and Jemez Falls Campground (9.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby