Summary
Fees apply for developed sites. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, fire rings, picnic tables, and RV access (no hookups). The campground sits in a scenic, forested valley along Elk Creek, offering a peaceful, high-alpine experience with views of the San Juan Mountains. Nearby, explore the Alpine Loop, Uncompahgre Wilderness, and trails to American Basin or Handies Peak (a 14er). Best visited June–September for warm days, cool nights, and peak wildflower season. Reservations recommended in summer.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Elk Creek
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Elk Creek Overflow Campground
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Spectacle Lake
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Spectacle Lake Campground
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Conejos
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Aspen Glade
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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CUMBRES TRESTLE
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1" |
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NOHRSC CUMBRES TRESTLE
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1" |
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CHAMITA
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0" |
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SAN ANTONIO SINK SNOTEL
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2" |
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SAN ANTONIO SINK
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2" |
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NOHRSC LILY POND
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0" |
River Runs
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Lake Fork--Confluence With South Fork To 1 Mile Below Town Of Platoro
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Tierra Amarilla Grant Boundary To Colorado Stateline
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Sec 23, T32N, R5E To Sec 20, T32N, R6E (Co/Nm State Line)
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South Fork--Sec 19, T35N, R4E To Sec 36, T35N, R4 1/2E
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Sec 9, T32N, R6E To Sec 22, T32N, R6E (Co/Nm State Line)
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Dipping Lakes--Sec 5, T33N, R4E To Confluence With West Fork--Sec 17, T33N, R4E
Spectacle Lake Fishing Site
Trujillo Meadows Lake
Trujillo Meadows Boating Site
Lost Lake
La Jara Reservoir