Welcome to the Santa Fe National Forest!
Past Meets Present
Whether you are gathering with family or gathering pinon nuts or firewood, the forest is a "querencia," a special place.
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 mountains slopes, colorful volcanic formations, deep river gorges and primitive wilderness. Thousands of cultural and archaeological sites reflect the Santa Fe National Forest's rich historical heritage and the many cultures that value this landscape.
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Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
Help celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday.
Plan Your Visit
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Recreation
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
Maps for every need, the way you want them: Interactive, Printed, Downloadable
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Passes/Permits
Purchase your passes and permits online or at your destination.
Learn More about the Santa Fe National Forest
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Caring for the Land
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.
Recent News
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Indios Fire Daily Update - June 11, 2024
Release Date: Jun 11, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 9, 2024
Release Date: Jun 11, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 8, 2024
Release Date: Jun 8, 2024 Indios Fire Information
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Workshop scheduled for contractors and small business owners
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 7, 2024
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 6, 2024
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 5, 2024
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 4, 2024
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 3, 2024
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 2, 2024
Release Date: Jun 2, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - June 1 2024
Release Date: Jun 1, 2024
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Indios Fire Update, May 31 2024
Release Date: Jun 1, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - May 29, 2024
Release Date: Jun 1, 2024
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Indios Fire Update - May 30, 2024
Release Date: Jun 1, 2024
Features
2024 Wildfire Season
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.
Get Outdoors More and Save. New Mexico Enchantment Pass.
lan your next adventure and save money! The New Mexico Enchantment Pass offers access to dozens of New Mexico National Forests’ recreation areas for one low annual fee of $40.