Field Tract Campground
Field Tract Campground is located on the banks of the beautiful Pecos River. The campground is 10 miles north of the village of Pecos. Visitors enjoy Field Tract for its family friendly atmosphere, fishing and access to the Santa Fe National Forest.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| Shelters | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 22 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Pull-through | 22 | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 002 | Standard | 22 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Shelter | Back-in | 22 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | 22 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 22 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | 22 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Shelter | 22 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 008 | Shelter | Pull-through | 22 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Standard | 22 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 22 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 62 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This medium sized campground offers tent and RV camping, portable toilets, drinking water, picnic tables and grills. Six of the 15 units have three-sided shelters. Campsites are suitable for trailers up to 22 feet in length.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to October |
| Forest | Santa Fe National Forest |
| Booking | RECREATION.GOV - Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance. 15 sites are reservable. All sites are standard non-electric. Equipment length 22 feet. |
| Fees | $8.00 per site per night. |
| Rules | No horses or horse trailers allowed, no ATV's allowed, number of vehicles allowed per site is described on Recreation.gov. Quiet Hours 10pm to 7am. |
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Getting there
Field Tract Campground is located 10 miles north of Pecos on the right-hand side.
| Nearest town | Pecos, New Mexico |
| Coordinates | 35.6867° N, 105.6931° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Please note that
Fire nearby
- WildfireFrijoles
18 mi from the campground · 15,956 acres · 90% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 14.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Land of Enchantment RV ↗ | 21.5 mi |
| Dump station | Juniper Campground Dump Station ↗ | 33.7 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Field Tract Campground offers direct access to the Pecos River and there are many terrific fishing opportunities nearby. There are also trailheads providing access to the Pecos Wilderness as well as climbing opportunities within 10 miles.
- 0.7 miWindy Bridge Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 2.3 miUpper Dalton Fishing Access Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 2.3 miLower Dalton Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 5.6 miHoly Ghost Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.9 miWinsor Ridge Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.4 mi
Show all 7Hide
- 12.9 miNational Trails Office Regions 6, 7, & 8 ↗Visitor center
Trails nearby
- 4.1 miOsha Medio ↗5.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Pecos Wilderness begins about 4.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.1 miPecos Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 221,796 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
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Situated on the Pecos River, Field Tract Campground provides an inviting forested setting. The Sangre De Cristo Mountains surround the Pecos Canyon and provide magnificent opportunities for wildlife viewing. Bald eagles migrate through the winter, and can be seen soaring throughout the canyon.
Recreation
Field Tract Campground offers excellent fishing access on the Pecos River. There are nearby picnicking sites with changes in scenery. There are multiple trails found in the canyon as well.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Field Tract Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Field Tract Campground?
$8.00 per site per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Field Tract Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Field Tract Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Field Tract Campground have?
15 sites, including 12 standard sites without power and 3 shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Field Tract Campground?
The longest site here provides 62 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 Field Tract Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Field Tract Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Field Tract 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. No horses or horse trailers allowed, no ATV's allowed, number of vehicles allowed per site is described on Recreation.gov.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Field Tract Campground?
Field Tract Campground offers excellent fishing access on the Pecos River. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Field Tract Campground?
Pecos, New Mexico. Field Tract Campground offers direct access to the Pecos River and there are many terrific fishing opportunities nearby.
Source: Getting there
What if Field Tract Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Links Tract Campground (5.2 mi, first-come), Holy Ghost Group Area (6.3 mi, partly first-come), and Big Tesuque Campground (8.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby