Summary
This is a single-site rental (requires reservation and fee) with no additional established or dispersed campsites nearby. Amenities are rustic—pit toilet, no water, no hookups, but it includes a stove, heater, and basic furnishings. Campers enjoy panoramic views of the La Plata Mountains and access to nearby trails like Sharkstooth and West Mancos. Best visited June–September, it’s ideal for solitude, stargazing, and forested alpine scenery. Not suitable for RVs. Fire use is restricted—no fire rings or campfires.
Nearby Campgrounds
Jersey Jim Lookout
Transfer
Transfer Campground
West - Mancos State Park
Main - Mancos State Park
Darby Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dolores River Below Rico
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27cfs |
Lost Canyon Creek Near Dolores
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1cfs |
La Plata River At Hesperus
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9cfs |
Dolores River At Dolores
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52cfs |
Animas River At Durango
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232cfs |
Animas River Above Tacoma
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176cfs |
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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SHARKSTOOTH
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1" |
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SHARKSTOOTH
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1" |
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MANCOS
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0" |
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MANCOS
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0" |
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COLUMBUS BASIN
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0" |
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MANCOS 3.8 WNW
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0" |
West Dolores---Source To Confluence With Mainstem