About Elk Creek Campground (Rio Grande Nf)
Number of accommodations: 23
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Parking
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Parking and Transport
- Parking
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Reviews (216)
What Guests Are Saying
Elk Creek Campground is highly praised for its beautiful setting, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts who actively engage with guests. Campers appreciate the spacious sites, clean restrooms, and access to nearby hiking trails and fishing opportunities. While it can get busy on weekends and lacks WiFi or cell service, many recommend visiting during the week for a more peaceful experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Elk Creek Campground is highly praised for its beautiful setting, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts who actively engage with guests. Campers appreciate the spacious sites, clean restrooms, and access to nearby hiking trails and fishing opportunities. While it can get busy on weekends and lacks WiFi or cell service, many recommend visiting during the week for a more peaceful experience.
Review Summary
Charlie L
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
The park attendants made our camping experience exceptional. The camping spots are clean and well maintained. The bathrooms could not be any cleaner each day. Their friendliness were beyond compare and they were very informative about the area. This was a great place to camp and if you enjoy hiking you will enjoy Elk Creek.
Charlie L
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
The park attendants made our camping experience exceptional. The camping spots are clean and well maintained. The bathrooms could not be any cleaner each day. Their friendliness were beyond compare and they were very informative about the area. This was a great place to camp and if you enjoy hiking you will enjoy Elk Creek.
Eric G
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Camp hosts are great. Cleanest bathrooms of any other forest service campground.
Eric G
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Camp hosts are great. Cleanest bathrooms of any other forest service campground.
Scott G
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Wonderful, quiet campground. Fantastic campground host! We spent two days there on a first come first served stop. Two weeks later we made reservations and spent 3 nights.
One of the best things about this campground, it sits in a beautiful valley. The mountains block all cell phone signals! If you are looking to escape this is the place.
Scott G
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Wonderful, quiet campground. Fantastic campground host! We spent two days there on a first come first served stop. Two weeks later we made reservations and spent 3 nights.
One of the best things about this campground, it sits in a beautiful valley. The mountains block all cell phone signals! If you are looking to escape this is the place.
Lee B
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Great camp host, clean bathrooms and campground, lots of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area and not overcrowded. Great experience overall.
Mary R
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Elk Creek is by far my favorite campground! Not crowded, very clean and the bathrooms are cleaned several times a day. Jeff & Fran are the best. Always friendly and always trying to accommodate as many campers as they can. Hope this place never changes.
Lee B
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Great camp host, clean bathrooms and campground, lots of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area and not overcrowded. Great experience overall.
Mary R
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Elk Creek is by far my favorite campground! Not crowded, very clean and the bathrooms are cleaned several times a day. Jeff & Fran are the best. Always friendly and always trying to accommodate as many campers as they can. Hope this place never changes.
Location Elk Creek Campground (Rio Grande Nf)
Address:
23750 State Highway 17
Antonito, CO, 81120
United States
From Antonito, CO, take US 285 south 0.3 miles to Hwy 17. Continue straight on Hwy 17 and go 22.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right onto dirt road and go 0.1 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn left, go 0.4 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear right and turn into campground.
Elk Creek Campground is accessible via US 285, which is approximately 0.3 miles from Antonito, CO. From US 285, travelers can take Hwy 17 to reach the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.1251 / -106.368
Elevation: 2648 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Reservations are held until the day after your scheduled arrival; failure to occupy results in cancellation with no refund.
- First-come, first-served campsites are available but not guaranteed.
Utilities
- Trailers must be filled before arrival; filling at hydrants is prohibited to prevent water contamination.
Site types & loops
- Off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground.
- Livestock and horses are prohibited in the campground.
Site capacity
- Single site reservations accommodate 6 people and 1 vehicle; up to 8 people and 2 vehicles allowed with additional fees.
- Double site reservations accommodate 12 people and 2 vehicles; up to 16 people allowed with additional fees.
Cancellation policy
- Reservations cannot be modified by the camp host; changes must be made online before check-in, with a 7-day refund request window after check-out.
- COVID-19 policies are in effect; reservation holders will be notified of changes and may receive refunds for delayed openings.
Safety & rules
- A maximum stay of 14 days is enforced; longer stays within 30 days are prohibited.
- Check weather conditions before arrival as they can change quickly.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood should not be moved; obtain it locally to prevent the spread of pests.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
