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Recreation opportunities abound in the Jemez Valley. From
the mesas and ruins of Chaco Canyon to the ancient volcano
of the Valles Caldera and beyond to Bandelier are several
hundred miles of hiking, biking and cross-country trails,
camping and fishing places.
The US Forest Service manages much of the public lands in
the area, including Spence hot springs and McCulley warm springs.
Sightseeing opportunities about along the Jemez Mountain Trail
scenic byway. The valley is an easy day's drive from either
Santa Fe, Albuquerque or Cuba, Shiprock and Farmington. Here
is a list of recreation places in and arround Jemez Valley.
Please respect the land--handle fire responsibly. Campfires
and barbeque grills should be used in designated areas only.
All fires must be extinguished before being abandonded. During
extreme drought conditions, fires are not permitted anywhere
on public lands. Call the US Forest Service at 829-3535 for
current fire conditions and restrictions. Permits are required
for wood cutting and are also issued at the Forest Service
office located 1 mile north of the Village of Jemez Springs
town square.
Fishing Licenses may be purchased at various locations throughought
Sandoval County. The
Wallatowa Visitor Center is also an excellent source of
information about the area and its inhabitants, both past
and present.
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U.S.
Forest Service - Official source for current forest conditions,
trail maps and fire conditions.
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575-829-3535
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Valles
Caldera Perserve - Formerly the 89,000 acre Baca ranch
located in an ancient volanic crater, now offering hiking,
fishing, and star-gazing programs to the public.
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866-382-5537
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Jemez
State Monument - National monument preserving the site
of Towa pueblo and Spanish mission ruins, self-guided tours
daily except Tuesdays, $3 admission fee.
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575-829-3530
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Hummingbird
Music Camp - Summer music and recreation camp for youngsters
since1958. Wanda Higgins, camp director. |
575-829-3060
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YMCA
Camp Shaver - Fun and educational programs for boys &
girls since 1945. Phil Beam, camp director. |
575-829-3572
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