Camping at Bandelier

Tall Ponderosa Pine trees shade the Juniper Campground.

NPS / Sally King

 

There are three different ways to camp in Bandelier. Juniper Campground is our family campground and is intended for small groups of 10 individuals or less. There are two campsites in Juniper Campground designed to handle small groups (10 - 20 people). Ponderosa Campground is a group campground for groups larger than 10 individuals. Backcountry camping is also available with a permit that can be obtained for free at the visitor center. The closest backcountry camping zone is approximately 2 miles from the visitor center.

For more information click on your choice of camping options below.

Ponderosa Group Campground

Juniper Family Campground

Backcountry Camping

Details

Duration

1-7 Days

Activity

Camping

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets are only allowed in Juniper Campground and Ponderosa Campground, pets are not allowed for Backcountry camping.
All pets must be on a 6-foot leash.

Activity Fee

Yes

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Camping at Bandelier

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Accessibility Information

Pets are permitted but must remain on leash at the Juniper and Ponderosa campgrounds. Service animals are allowed in the campgrounds and in most areas of the park. 

Both frontcountry campgrounds have sites designated for visitors with disabilities.