Past Meets Present

Whether you are gathering with family or gathering pinon nuts or firewood, the forest is a "querencia," a special place.

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Welcome to the Santa Fe National Forest!

With a million and a half acres, a thousand miles of trails and thousands of cultural and archaeological sites reflect the Santa Fe National Forest’s rich historical heritage and the many cultures that value this landscape. There's something for everyone!

  • Recreation

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

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  • Find Your Way

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

    Maps 

  • Passes/Permits

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    Purchase your passes and permits online or at your destination.

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  • 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 ecosystems and ensure forest health through safe logging practices, and restore critical ecosystems.

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2022 Wildfire Season

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Ongoing drought, warmer temperatures and extreme winds have brought an early start to New Mexico's wildfire season. Please take measures to harden your home and be prepared to respond if your community receives an evacuation order.

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.

These versions are being provided as a preview prior to the official comment period which is expected to being this summer. We are not soliciting comments at this time. We ask that the public review these documents now but wait until the official comment period to submit to comments. Notification will be posted here when the official 90-day comment period has begun. Also check back for more information on our public meeting schedule and how to comment.

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