About Elk Creek Campground (rio Grande Nf)
Number of accommodations: 23
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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.
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
Scott P
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Great Hosts, very clean and well maintained.
Doug B
VerifiedJune 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
I could not go to elk creek campground in conejos county, co. due to a forest fire . the main road to get there was closed. I am awaiting a refund hopefully . soon.
Gulay G
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
The campground itself was MAGICAL, but it got REALLY cold at night. Check out the night temperatures before you schedule! We stayed at Site 009, which was beautiful but the creek was not visible. Sites 13 and 14 are just by the creek and they look fantastic!
Angela W
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Loved this trip. The sites were spaced out nicely, the bathrooms were clean and it was a well kept site. Definitely will be going again. My husband caught fish every day we were there.
Deborah P
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
The location is superb: hike Duck Lake and the Elk Creek Trails, walk along the Conejos, or take a drive up FR 250 toward Platoro for additional hiking. The campsites are well spaced out.
ELLEN D
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Hosts were wonderful.
John E
VerifiedAugust 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
I've stayed at this campground several times over the past ten+ years and never been disappointed. The campground is well maintained by the hosts. I primarily stay at this Elk Creek CG for the fly fishing access to the Conejos River but there are plenty of mountain views to be enjoyed throughout the Conejos Valley. It's also convenient to the Cumbre and Toltec Scenic RR, either in Antonito or Chama. A particularly good campground for trainspotters.
Liz L
VerifiedAugust 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Great campground! Big sites, well groomed, gravel sites with picnic tables. Restrooms were well maintained. Camp host was very proactive in taking care of campground…checking on campers, picking up trash, etc. We plan on returning in the future!
Paul W
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Fantastic campground with very clean,, well maintained facilities.
Steve F
VerifiedAugust 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (RIO GRANDE NF)
Nice quiet campground, especially during the week. Great sites, has water, toilets, and wonderful views. A creek runs right through it.
It is dry camping, but if you like that, you'll love Elk Creek
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.1251 / -106.368
Elevation: 2648 feet
Policies & Rules
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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. |
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Please fill your trailer prior to arriving. Trailers are not allowed to fill at any hydrants as it might contaminate the entire water system. |
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No off-road vehicles permitted. |
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Livestock and horses are not permitted. |
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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). |
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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). |
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First-come, first-served campsites may be available but not guaranteed. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Weather conditions can change rapidly; please check prior to arrival |
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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. |
