CRUCES BASIN CAMPGROUND

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CAMPING COLORADO

Cruces Basin Campground


April 17, 2024

Cruces Basin Campground, located in the state of Colorado, offers campers a serene and picturesque camping experience. This campground provides a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay in the great outdoors. With multiple independent sources corroborating the information, the campground offers well-maintained restrooms, picnic tables, fire rings, and grills for campers to enjoy. Additionally, potable water is available on-site for convenience. However, it is important to note that there is no electricity or dump station at this campground.

Reservations are not accepted at Cruces Basin Campground, making it a first-come, first-served camping area. It is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak season, as the campground can fill up quickly. The best time of year to visit this area is typically during the summer months when the weather is mild and ideal for outdoor activities. However, it is important to be prepared for temperature fluctuations, as the nights can get chilly even during the summer.

Campers at Cruces Basin Campground can enjoy hiking trails nearby, offering scenic views of the surrounding nature. Wildlife sightings are common in the area, so it is crucial to store food properly to prevent attracting animals. It is also advised to be cautious of sudden weather changes and potential flash floods. Overall, Cruces Basin Campground provides a peaceful and well-equipped camping area for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of Colorado.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Rio Chama Fishing

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

La Jara Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Hidden Lakes Fishing

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Trujillo Meadows Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

La Manga Creek (Beaver Ponds)

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Home Lake

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

El Rito Creek Fishing

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Cutthroat Trout

Trujillo Meadows Boating Site

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Spectacle Lake Fishing Site

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Lost Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Rio Vallecitos Fishing

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Kerr Lake Fishing Site

Apache Trout Black Crappie Cutthroat Trout Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass

Rio Nutritas Fishing

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Lagunitas Creek Fishing

Bluefin Tuna

Rio Grande SWA

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

NORTH FORK--HEADWATERS TO MAROON BELLS/SNOWMASS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Roaring Fork Watershed, Colorado
BEAVER LAKE TO SWEET JESSUP HEADGATE
Roaring Fork Watershed, Colorado
ARKANSAS RIVER SEGMENT 1
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
SOUTH FORK--HEADWATERS TO BEAVER LAKE
Roaring Fork Watershed, Colorado
PRIVATE LAND TO CONFLUENCE WITH BEAVER CREEK
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BEAVER CREEK TO CHEESEMAN RESERVOIR
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
CHEESEMAN DAM TO WIGMAN CLUB
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
EAST FORK ARKANSAS RIVER
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado

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