Holy Ghost Group Area

Santa Fe National Forest, New Mexico

Overlanding score
80/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
tent, rv, group, equestrian
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

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About Holy Ghost Group Area

Overview

Holy Ghost Campground is tucked away in the Santa Fe National Forest, on the cusp of the breathtaking Pecos Wilderness in Holy Ghost Canyon. This group campground sits high in the canyon, with Holy Ghost Creek gently flowing alongside it. A network of trails invites hikers and horseback riders to discover the stunning landscapes of the surrounding wilderness.

For more information on first-come, first-served sites, be sure to visit the Holy Ghost Campground website.

Recreation

Hiking and horseback riding are the most popular activities at Holy Ghost Campground. Holy Ghost Trail #283 runs along Holy Ghost Creek for 4.2 miles and connects with Winsor Trail #254, which accesses a 350-mile network of trails within the Pecos Wilderness. This includes Skyline Trail and 4 beautiful lakes (Katherine, Stewart, Johnson, and Spirit Lake).

Anglers enjoy fishing along Holy Ghost Creek. Supports Rainbow and Brown Trout. Stocked regularly by New Mexico Game and Fish. Visit https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov for a weekly stocking report and fishing regulations.

Facilities

Recreation staff or a campground host regularly patrols the area and is available to answer any questions campers may have.

Source: Recreation.gov

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