About Thirty Mile
Number of accommodations: 28
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2026 Season availability
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Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (507)
What Guests Are Saying
Thirty Mile Campground is highly praised for its beautiful mountain views, spacious and clean campsites, and friendly hosts who maintain spotless facilities. Visitors appreciate the campground's privacy, proximity to fishing spots, and access to hiking trails. The main concern noted was the rough 10-mile dirt road and occasional noise from generators, but overall, guests express a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Thirty Mile Campground is highly praised for its beautiful mountain views, spacious and clean campsites, and friendly hosts who maintain spotless facilities. Visitors appreciate the campground's privacy, proximity to fishing spots, and access to hiking trails. The main concern noted was the rough 10-mile dirt road and occasional noise from generators, but overall, guests express a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Gaye D
VerifiedJune 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: THIR
Campground was unkept and trash was in our campsite. Signs posted on the water DO NOT drink HIGHLY chlorinated water. We were not prepared with enough drinking water as in the past it has never been a problem. We should have been notified. The last night we were there we found that the water had been cut off without any notification. NOT good. We went to a neighboring campground and got water for the night and next morning. The camp hosts were completely unaware until we asked why but said that maintenance had been there the day before and had told them the water was restored but they did not check? Strange to me. But the beauty of the area never changes, it is really spectacular. We've traveled here many times and this was our first time with trouble. The hosts seemed to not really grasp their position at the campground. I hope all improves.
Gaye D
VerifiedJune 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: THIR
Campground was unkept and trash was in our campsite. Signs posted on the water DO NOT drink HIGHLY chlorinated water. We were not prepared with enough drinking water as in the past it has never been a problem. We should have been notified. The last night we were there we found that the water had been cut off without any notification. NOT good. We went to a neighboring campground and got water for the night and next morning. The camp hosts were completely unaware until we asked why but said that maintenance had been there the day before and had told them the water was restored but they did not check? Strange to me. But the beauty of the area never changes, it is really spectacular. We've traveled here many times and this was our first time with trouble. The hosts seemed to not really grasp their position at the campground. I hope all improves.
Katherine T
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: THIR
Wow — What a fantastic campground! The camp hosts, Leah and Tammy, were top-notch, and kept the bathrooms spotless and well-stocked. They were also so friendly and helpful. Our campsite, Number 3, was arguably the best of the bunch. The rushing river lulled us to sleep at night, and we woke in the morning to the sounds of the birds in the trees near our tent. We did day hikes on both of the trails near the campground, and didn’t see a soul on either trail. It was pure bliss. Note: you are completely off-grid, so plan accordingly. We will be back!
Robert H
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: THIR
We love this campground and site 26. Been there before. HOWEVER, when we arrived we found out that the potable water source was highly treated with chlorine...which basically makes it unusable. We feel Recreation.gov should have informed us about the situation, cuzz we probably would have changed our plans.
Katherine T
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: THIR
Wow — What a fantastic campground! The camp hosts, Leah and Tammy, were top-notch, and kept the bathrooms spotless and well-stocked. They were also so friendly and helpful. Our campsite, Number 3, was arguably the best of the bunch. The rushing river lulled us to sleep at night, and we woke in the morning to the sounds of the birds in the trees near our tent. We did day hikes on both of the trails near the campground, and didn’t see a soul on either trail. It was pure bliss. Note: you are completely off-grid, so plan accordingly. We will be back!
Robert H
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: THIR
We love this campground and site 26. Been there before. HOWEVER, when we arrived we found out that the potable water source was highly treated with chlorine...which basically makes it unusable. We feel Recreation.gov should have informed us about the situation, cuzz we probably would have changed our plans.
Robert H
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: THIR
We love this campground and site 26. Been there before. HOWEVER, when we arrived we found out that the potable water source was highly treated with chlorine...which basically makes it unusable. We feel Recreation.gov should have informed us about the situation, cuzz we probably would have changed our plans.
Katherine T
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: THIR
Wow — What a fantastic campground! The camp hosts, Leah and Tammy, were top-notch, and kept the bathrooms spotless and well-stocked. They were also so friendly and helpful. Our campsite, Number 3, was arguably the best of the bunch. The rushing river lulled us to sleep at night, and we woke in the morning to the sounds of the birds in the trees near our tent. We did day hikes on both of the trails near the campground, and didn’t see a soul on either trail. It was pure bliss. Note: you are completely off-grid, so plan accordingly. We will be back!
Gaye D
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: THIR
Last minute change on our reservation sent through email and I had 2 options, modify or cancel. Apparently the season dates were changed or entered incorrectly the first time details are unknown. But you plan a trip and then you’re notified through email and thankfully it did not drop into the spam folder and now change your dates or cancel. Really unacceptable and at the last minute. Then to complete the experience don’t drink the water and then NO water. Reason unknown and camp hosts unaware. Oh my I’d like a refund for all the confusion. We’ve been to this campground many times in the past and have never had a problem. What’s happening here? Disappointed. But the beauty is still the same.
Gaye D
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: THIR
Last minute change on our reservation sent through email and I had 2 options, modify or cancel. Apparently the season dates were changed or entered incorrectly the first time details are unknown. But you plan a trip and then you’re notified through email and thankfully it did not drop into the spam folder and now change your dates or cancel. Really unacceptable and at the last minute. Then to complete the experience don’t drink the water and then NO water. Reason unknown and camp hosts unaware. Oh my I’d like a refund for all the confusion. We’ve been to this campground many times in the past and have never had a problem. What’s happening here? Disappointed. But the beauty is still the same.
Location Thirty Mile
Address:
Divide Rd. 3 Rd & Creede Ave.
Creede, CO, 81130
United States
From Alamosa, go west on US 160 to South Fork. Turn northwest on State
Highway 149 through Creede. Continue on Highway 149 to mile marker 41,
turn west (gravel road) on Rio Grande Reservoir Road and continue for 12 miles to
Thirty Mile Campground.
Thirty Mile Campground is accessible via US Highway 160 and State Highway 149. US 160 is approximately 25 miles to the south, providing access to South Fork.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.7233 / -107.257
Elevation: 2847 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Reservations must be occupied to remain valid; otherwise, they are forfeited with no refund.
- First-come, first-serve sites are available but not guaranteed.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Fees & deposits
- Single site fees cover up to 6 guests and 1 vehicle; extra charges apply for additional guests and vehicles.
- Double site fees cover up to 12 guests and 2 vehicles; extra charges apply for additional guests and vehicles.
Cancellation policy
- Reservations cannot be modified by camp hosts; guests can modify or cancel online before check-in.
Utilities
- Trailers must be filled before arrival; filling at hydrants is prohibited to prevent water contamination.
Site types & loops
- This facility does not offer electric hookups for sites.
Safety & rules
- Stays are limited to 14 days within any 30-day period; exceeding this limit is prohibited.
General
- Click here to learn more about the Rio Grande National Forest.
Wildlife & food storage
- Firewood should not be moved; obtain and burn it on-site to prevent harm to local trees.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
