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Jemez Ranger District
Regarding firewood gathering: Depending
on weather, road conditions and seasonal road closures, accessibility
to firewood areas may be limited. Please contact the ranger district
for updated fuelwood and access information.
Welcome to the Jemez Ranger District!
Click for a larger view of the Jemez Ranger District Area Map
The Jemez Ranger District began as the Jemez Forest Reserve in 1905
before the Santa Fe National Forest was established ten years later.
The Jemez mountains are very important to the people of the Jemez
Pueblo. The Santa Fe National Forest works with the Pueblo to maintain
their cultural landmarks, and to make sure that the management of
the land is in accordance with the local community.
For hundreds of years people have come to this area
to enjoy the many hotsprings for their therapeutic value. Spence
Springs and Seven Springs continue to be top destinations for tourists
to bath or hike. Soda Dam and Battleship Rock are must-sees, as
well as the gorgeous red rock formations that make the Jemez landscape
unique. Whether for a day trip or an overnight camping trip, there
are many natural marvels for any outdoor enthusiast.
 Be
sure to stop at the Walatowa
Visitor Center located near Jemez Pueblo on State Highway 4.
It is a great way to learn about the rich culture of the area. The
Santa Fe National Forest maintains an information booth at the center
where you can get more information on recreational opportunities
in the area.
Enjoy your visit!
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