This double site has two picnic tables two lantern posts, a grill and fire ring.

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A campsite parking area for site 19.

A campsite next to a paved driveway with two picnic tables, a grill, metal fire ring, and lantern post.

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A campground shaded by pines with a picnic table, grill, metal fire ring and lanternpost on a gravel surface.

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Parking area for Site 5

A stone picnic table, gravel surface, and fire ring near a creek with pine trees.

Site 6 provides a shelter with stone fire place, picnic table and metal fire ring.

Site 9 with two tables, parking area, and

Site 15 parking space and picnic table

Pines trees shade the picnic table, fire ring and grill on the gravel surface campsite.

Three picnic tables, a fire ring, grill and lantern post are provided in this shaded campsite.

Owl loop site 1 table obscured by shade, and campfire ring

Red Tail walk in site Table and fire ring

Red Tail sites

Paliza Vault toilets

The entrance sign of Paliza Family campground surrounded by pines in the background.

Site view of trees and shrubs, with a table and post.

Vines with red leaves climb pine trees.

Uphill view of Paliza campground.

Paliza water spout

Paliza

<h2>Overview</h2>
Paliza Campground sits beneath sandstone cliffs on the Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The area is replete with culture, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Ample recreation opportunities exist at or near the campground, which makes it a wonderful outdoor destination.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking, wildlife viewing and scenic drives are some of the popular activities enjoyed near the campground. Striking views of an ancient volcanic crater amid the rolling hills, can be seen from the Cerro Pelado Scenic Overlook, about 11 miles from the campground.
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Off-road vehicle trails and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails surround the campground. <h2>Facilities</h2>
<p><strong>There is no water.</strong></p>

<p>The campground offers a variety of sites available for tent and RV camping. The majority of the sites are single-family occupancy, but the campground also has double and even triple-sized units, as well as a group site that can accommodate up to 100 people. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.<br><br>Picnic tables, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are accessible vault toilets. Roads within the campground are paved.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The newly refurbished campground sits in a forested area at the top of a hill with views of the Jemez Valley below. It was originally the site of a 1930s Civilian Convservation Corps base camp. Remnants of that camp, including log lean-to's and adirondack shelters with rock fireplaces, can be found within the campground.
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A small stream runs alongside the campground and sandstone cliffs on the nearby mesas provide excellent photographic and sightseeing opportunities. A small tract of private land is located north of the campground and common courtesy is appreciated.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The campground is located five miles northeast of the town of Ponderosa, New Mexico, an area known for its vineyards and winery with a tasting room. 
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The Jemez Pueblo and the Walatowa Visitor Center, both of which provide rewarding cultural experiences, are just 11 miles from the campground in the town of Jemez. The quaint community offers shopping and dining opportunities, as well as a variety of recreational opportunities.

Paliza Campground sits beneath sandstone cliffs on the Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The area is replete with culture, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Ample recreation opportunities exist at or near the campground, which makes it a wonderful outdoor destination.

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Great Facilities and Amenities

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tent-18ft

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