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Elk Creek Campground (rio Grande Nf)

Elk Creek
Restroom & Dumpster at Elk Creek Campground
Deer at Elk Creek Campground
Deer at Elk Creek Campground

About Elk Creek Campground (rio Grande Nf)

Elk Creek Campground is located in Conejos County, approximately 23 miles west of Antonito, Colorado. Located in the lower portion of the Conejos Canyon a short distance from Highway 17, it is an easily reached destination for visitors to the area. Elk Creek runs alongside the campground. The elevation of the campground is 8,500 ft.

Number of accommodations: 23

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 22

Sites & Availability

23 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
30 Amp · Electric Only
$34.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 26, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 27, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 29, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
No Hookups
$58.00
/ per night

Reviews (108)

What Guests Are Saying

Elk Creek Campground is a beautifully maintained site with spacious campsites, clean restrooms, and friendly hosts who provide excellent service. Visitors appreciate the tranquil atmosphere, scenic surroundings, and access to hiking and fishing opportunities. While it can get busy on weekends and lacks WiFi or cell service, the overall positive experiences and cleanliness make it a highly recommended destination.

Review Summary

4.8
108 reviews
5
82.4%
89
4
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Ronald S

Verified

June 3, 2024 Stayed at: 14, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Very nice campground with spaces sites. Facilities were very clean and well-mainted by the camp hosts.

Garrett R

Verified

June 1, 2024 Stayed at: 29, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Clean, quiet, and smoothly running campground. Vault toilet restrooms were kept up surprisingly well.

Jessica S

Verified

May 28, 2024 Stayed at: 01, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

This campsite was surprisingly quiet during a holiday weekend, despite being full. We had a site right on the river that was beautiful! I have also never seen such pristine bathrooms at a campground! Would definitely come back here.

Kevin D

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 27, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

4

Dry camped at site 18 for two weeks in early August - enjoyed our ridiculously large, secluded space. Deer regularly passed through. Nearly level site, close to the very clean vault toilets. Amazing stars!

Sally H

Verified

August 31, 2023 Stayed at: 27, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Beautiful campground
So well cared for, quiet and relaxing
We would definitely plan to stay here again

The camp host Deb was very helpful and friendly- she does a great job

Paul W

Verified

August 22, 2023 Stayed at: 20, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Very quiet with beautiful scenery. Drive to Chama, and hiking

mark w

Verified

August 14, 2023 Stayed at: 16, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Great campground, great host, great location!

Jeff G

Verified

July 27, 2023 Stayed at: 27, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Elk Creek is one of our favorite campgrounds. Had a great time, Deb the host is awesome. Restrooms are clean.

Vern B

Verified

July 24, 2023 Stayed at: 10, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

4

Our bathroom did run out of toilet paper on Sunday. Otherwise it was a great trip.

Michelle M

Verified

July 24, 2023 Stayed at: 04, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)

5

Love this campground! The bathrooms are always clean. Quiet and relaxing sites, surrounded by trees and running water. We’ve been coming here for a few years now and I’ve never been disappointed (except for when we have to leave)

Location Elk Creek Campground (rio Grande Nf)

Address:
23750 State Highway 17
Antonito, CO, 81120
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 37.1251 / -106.368

Elevation: 2648 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

PMC & Recreation.gov policy states we will keep your reserved site until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and we will give it to first come first serve folks. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.

General

Please fill your trailer prior to arriving. Trailers are not allowed to fill at any hydrants as it might contaminate the entire water system.

General

No off-road vehicles permitted.

General

Livestock and horses are not permitted.

General

All single campsite reservation fees are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle. The maximum number of people per site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge after 6 people). The maximum number of vehicles per site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle). Any extra people/vehicle fees will be charged at the campground ( $10/night per person/vehicle).

General

All double campsite reservation fees are good for 12 people and two vehicles. The maximum number of people per double site is 16 ($10.00 additional charge after 12 people). The maximum number of vehicles per site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for over 2 vehicles) Any extra people/vehicle fees will be charged at the campground ($10/night per person/vehicle).

General

First-come, first-served campsites may be available but not guaranteed.

General

The camp host at this location cannot modify your reservation. Before your check-in date, you may cancel or modify your reservation online. After your check-out date, you have a 7 day period to request a refund online.

General

The 14 day stay limit is strictly enforced. Camping for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited. If you have booked back-to-back reservations, you will be asked to cancel all days after the first 14.

General

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

General

Weather conditions can change rapidly; please check prior to arrival

General

The Rio Grande National Forest continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation and evaluate potential impacts and adjustments to reservations and our reservation policies through Recreation.gov. Reservation holders will be notified via email and/or cell phone text messages if there are any changes affecting their reservation. In the event of delayed openings of some, part or all of the campgrounds and cabins to ensure safe social distancing, you will receive a full refund for your reservation. Please remember to review current recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and focus on recreating safely while protecting yourself, Forest Service employees and our volunteers.

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