Jemez Springs, NM

Vista Linda Campground

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

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.

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.

Typical weather

Jemez River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Jemez River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.38°JJanuary: average water temperature 38°F44°FFebruary: average water temperature 44°F47°MMarch: average water temperature 47°F50°AApril: average water temperature 50°F62°MMay: average water temperature 62°F69°JJune: average water temperature 69°F74°JJuly: average water temperature 74°F74°AAugust: average water temperature 74°F65°SSeptember: average water temperature 65°F62°OOctober: average water temperature 62°F44°NNovember: average water temperature 44°F40°DDecember: average water temperature 40°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 72 field-sample stations

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