There are variety of Site Acceses. Such as hike in and drive in.

1 of 2 campsites have Accessible Vault Toilets

1 of 2 campsites have Accessible Walkways

1 of 2 campsites have Accessible Pit Toilets

A walkway in a campground with pine trees, yellow flowering plants and blue skies.

A campsite with a stone picnic table, lantern post, fire ring and a sandstone mesa in the background.

A campground with pines trees near a walkway and mesas in the horizon.

A picnic site with juniper, pines, and a mesa in the background.

Paliza Group Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Paliza Group Campground is found north of the small community of Ponderosa, surrounded by ponderosa pines and views of the stunning cliff faces of majestic mesas. There are two group areas within the campground, with walk in and drive in sites found separately in each loop. The group campground generally opens in mid-May and closes in mid-October. It’s location is ideal for enjoying quiet, star filled nights as it is far away from major cities. The Jemez National Recreation Area is a short drive away and providesmany opportunities to enjoy the Santa Fe National Forest.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Paliza Group Campground is not far from NM Highway 4 and the popular Jemez National Recreation Area. Scenic day hikes, hot springs, and historical landmarks can be found nearby. Fishing is popular on the nearby San Antonio Creek with plenty of fishing sites available.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Owl Loop sites have paved driveways along with standard campsite amenities like a fire ring grill, picnic table, lantern post, and gravel tent pads. There is a large outdoor picnic area for the Owl Loop and comes with pedestal grills, a ramada, picnic tables, and plenty of room for large gatherings. The Red Tail Loop sites are walk-in sites, but the parking is close by with additional parking for RVs and trailers available. Red Tail Loop sites have a picnic table, fire ring grill, lantern posts, and gravel tent pads provided, with a gravel walkway connecting all the sites. There are recently renovated  vaulted toilets found in both loops.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The short driveway from Forest Road 10 to the group campground is scenic, with riparian trees changing to towering ponderosa pines as the road climbs in elevation. Spectacular views of the surrounding mesas and clear blue skies are hallmarks of this campground. The dark greens of the conifers stand out against the bright yellows of flowering chamisa in the summer, and the yellows and reds of fall foliage provide a variety of scenery through the seasons.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The East Fork of the Jemez National Wildand Scenic River can be accessed nearby. The Valles Caldera National Preserve is conveniently located north of Forest Road 10 on NM 4. An impressive geological formation known as Battleship Rock is worth stopping to look on NM 4, north of the town of Jemez Springs. The town itself has art created by locals, hot springs, and a restaurant for those not wanting to cook.</p>

Paliza Group Campground is found north of the small community of Ponderosa, surrounded by ponderosa pines and views of the stunning cliff faces of majestic mesas. There are two group areas within the campground, with walk in and drive in sites found separately in each loop. The group campground generally opens in mid-May and closes in mid-October. It’s location is ideal for enjoying quiet, star filled nights as it is far away from major cities. The Jemez National Recreation Area is a short drive away and providesmany opportunities to enjoy the Santa Fe National Forest.

RED TAIL LOOP WALK-IN SITES - GS2

Great Facilities and Amenities

campfire allowed

checkin time

checkout time

driveway entry

firepit

hike in distance to site

max num of people

max num of vehicles

picnic table

site access

Permitted Equipment

tent-0ft

Campsites

GS1

GS2