From there, you'll take an even creepier road - Forest Service Road 122 - down 2 miles to the campground.

No hook-ups or showers. Even though this spot is claimed to be haunted and scary, Holy Ghost Campground is a breathtakingly beautiful place to camp. There’s no such thing as a free lunch here though, even picnickers must pay a fee. The 3 mile road to the campground is off NM 63 at Terrero; follow signs left to the campground. No horses or horse trailers allowed. Sharing is caring, y'all. Midwesterner at heart. Holy Ghost Campground. Have you ever braved the night at New Mexico’s most haunted campground? Uses: camping, picnicking, fishing, hiking. … Thank you! Fax: (505) 438-5390.

Get more stories delivered right to your email. No ATVs allowed. Bring your own tents, vans and truck campers, trailers, RVs. No hook-ups or showers. If you're heading from Pecos, take NM-63 north down an eerie, narrow road for about 13 miles. Professional freelance writer.

We’d love to hear all about your creepy experiences in the comments. Learn more about our photo removal policy if you would like to proceed with flagging this photo for removal. Please visit the Leave No Trace website for more information about frontcountry and backcountry outdoor ethics at www.lnt.org. Either way, there may be the spirit of a Catholic priest amongst these trees. Holy Ghost is a campground on the edge of the Pecos Wilderness, in a Ponderosa-Fir forest, right at the edge of the altitude where Aspen begin. Santa Fe, NM 87508, Phone: (505) 438-5300 Explore and enjoy the palpable spirit of the great outdoors. Horse trailers can be parked nearby at Terrero. Holy Ghost Campground is not operated by Hipcamp and can only be booked externally. Did you spot anything paranormal? This campground is also nestled in a canyon surrounded by the Pecos Mountains. Learn more, I would like to sign up to receive email updates from Hipcamp. Situated in a beautiful steep canyon right along Holy Ghost Creek, 16 miles north of Pecos on NM 63 and FR 122. All Hipcampers should review and adhere to these standards for safety, trip preparation, and respect in order to uphold Hipcamp’s most important value: “leave it better.”. Special Instructions: Horse trailers are not allowed, but can be parked at Terrero.

This eerie campground in an unincorporated town outside of Santa Fe is open to the public, and you can spend the night if you dare. Avoid crowded areas to maintain social distancing and comply with state public health orders limiting group size.

The campground is on the edge of a stream and has a trailhead into the Pecos Wilderness. Of the many campgrounds in this area, only Jack's Creek might be nicer. Camping in the Land of Enchantment is always a true nature experience, but our state is also home to some of the nation’s creepiest haunted tales. Father, son, Holy Ghost Campground! Recreate responsibly during COVID-19. $8.00 per day for picnicking. $50 per night for the group site. Take this even more winding, one-lane pothole-filled road (Forest road 122) about 2.2 miles to the trailhead right before you reach the Holy Ghost campground which is at the end of the road. Michael Romero/Google Local. Discover campsites, ranches, vineyards, farms, glamping, public parks and more. It's located about 14 miles northeast of Santa Fe. Call a ranger to learn more about this camp at (505) 438-5300. Uses: camping, picnicking, fishing, hiking. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. While you’ll get goosebumps after hearing just how haunted this campground is at night, this spot is also as hauntingly beautiful as can be during the day to help ease your woes.

$8.00 per vehicle per night. Map Information, Forest Service Home | USDA.gov | recreation.gov | Recreation Customer Service Standards | USA.gov | Whitehouse.gov, Plug-Ins | FOIA | Accessibility Statement | Privacy Policy | Important Notices | Information Quality, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/santafe/recarea/?recid=75894, Volunteering on the Santa Fe National Forest, Los Alamos National Laboratory (DOE) trails, Limited services may be available. No trailhead fee. Open: May through November. 3 car per site limit.

Facilities: vaulted toilets, water, trash bins, tables and grills. Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future. Plan A Trip To Cerrillos, One Of New Mexico’s Most Charming Historic Towns, This Day Trip To Acoma Pueblo Is One Of The Best You Can Take In New Mexico, Loretto Chapel Is A Fascinating Spot in New Mexico That’s Straight Out Of A Fairy Tale, Nature Is Reclaiming This One Abandoned New Mexico Spot And It’s Actually Amazing, The Terrifying Ghost Walk That Will Take You Through New Mexico’s Dark Side, These 5 Haunted Cemeteries In New Mexico Are Not For the Faint of Heart, 5 Disturbing Cemeteries In New Mexico That Will Give You Goosebumps, Here Are The 10 Best Places To Spot A Ghost In New Mexico, https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/, Spend The Night At New Mexico’s Most Haunted Campground For A Truly Terrifying Experience, New Mexico Is Home To These 7 Underrated Ancient Wonders. Reminder — You can select the order of your own photos in your Host Dashboard so that they will show up exactly where you want them to on your listing. You'll see a sign for Holy Ghost to the left. You'll receive your first newsletter soon! © 2020 Hipcamp, Inc. All rights reserved.

No one? Visitors claim to see moving shadows beyond the trees. For more scary adventures in the Land of Enchantment, you can take this hike to an abandoned village in the Gila National Forest. We have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp and are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper community be inclusive. And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: If you dare to head out to this haunted campground, getting there can be a little confusing.

Enter your e-mail address for things to do, restaurants to try and much more! If you like picnicking, fishing, hiking, or any combination of the three, this campground is your best bet in Santa Fe National Forest. Area Status: Open Situated in a beautiful steep canyon right along Holy Ghost Creek, 16 miles north of Pecos on NM 63 and FR 122.

Pets must be on a leash. Santa Fe National Forest Headquarters Park only in designated areas. Love New Mexico? Price: $8 per night. We integrate with the National Weather Service to provide valuable fire advisories to Hosts and Hipcampers. Users are encouraged to recycle and pack out trash. Explore and enjoy the palpable spirit of the great outdoors. Facilities: vaulted toilets, water, trash bins, tables and grills. Be careful of what ghostly creatures might be hiding in the wilderness at New Mexico’s most haunted campground in the Santa Fe National Forest.

The campground is situated in a steep canyon on the banks of Holy Ghost Creek, isn’t that just divine! Real-time Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watch Warnings help keep our community safe. Father, son, Holy Ghost Campground! All Hosts should review and adhere to these standards around providing a positive Hipcamp experience, being a thoughtful neighbor, and serving as a responsible citizen.

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Passionate about people. Holy Ghost Campground. It's set upon Holy Ghost Creek, which offers hiking trails and incredible nature views.

Holy Ghost Campground is as eerie and beautiful as can be.