Welcome to the Santa Fe National Forest!

Winter Wonderland

Whether you are participating in winter activities, taking a scenic drive, or gathering firewood, the Santa Fe National Forest is a "querencia," a special place.

Enjoy the Outdoors

The Santa Fe National Forest is 1.6 million acres of mountains, valleys and mesas ranging from 5,000 to 13,000 feet in elevation. Visitors don’t have to travel far to find forested mountain slopes, colorful volcanic formations, deep river gorges, and primitive wilderness areas. Thousands of cultural and archaeological sites reflect the Santa Fe National Forest's rich historical heritage and the many cultures that value this landscape.

Plan Your Visit

  • Recreation

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    Year-round day use, water-focused recreation and trail opportunities offer a refuge in the cool mountain air.

  • Find Your Way

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    Maps for every need, the way you want them: Interactive, Printed, Downloadable

  • Passes/Permits

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    Purchase your passes and permits online or at your destination.

  • Scan and Pay

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    Designed exclusively for understaffed or partially staffed campgrounds, with internet connectivity to accept electronic payments.

Learn More about the Santa Fe National Forest

  • Caring for the Land

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    The Santa Fe National Forest manages public lands filled with natural resources and diverse wildlife. We work to protect at-risk species like the Mexican spotted owl and New Mexican jumping mouse, protect riparian and restore critical ecosystems, and ensure forest health through safe logging practices.

Features

2024 Wildfire Season

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New Mexico follows the "Ready, Set, Go" protocol. The (Ready, Set, Go Action Guide (English) or En sus Marcas, Listos, Fuera! (Spanish), will help you and your family prepare for a wildfire emergency.

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Santa Fe National Forest Plan Revision

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The Forest Plan guides the Santa Fe National Forest in fulfilling its stewardship responsibilities to best meet the current and future needs of the American people. The draft environmental impact statement (DEIS) and revised draft land management plan (Draft Forest Plan) are now available on our website for public review.

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