Jemez Falls
Sandoval County, New Mexico
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Location
- Sandoval County, New Mexico
- Access status
- Source-reviewed route and parking
- The walk
- 0.25 mile to overlook
- Ground & access
- Short hiking trail; detailed surface and grades not stated.
Use the campground turnoff and continue past the campground and day-use area to the trailhead adjacent to the group area. Follow the short trail to the falls overlook.
Plan your visit
Jemez Falls Overlook from Jemez Falls Trailhead
Quarter mile is the outward overlook approach, not a labeled round-trip total.
Short hiking trail; detailed surface and grades not stated.
Where to start
USFS confirms paved parking and toilets at Jemez Falls Trailhead.
Timing & water
Day-use only. Dogs must be leashed. Current seasonal road access requires confirmation.
Before you go
USFS lists a $5 day-use fee starting May 9, 2025.
Visitor informationVisit sources
More waterfalls nearby
Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.
