Junction Creek Campground

Picnic table and fire ring nestled amongst Ponderosa pines
Some sites are first-come.
Many sites offer shade from tall pines
Some electric sites (30/50 amp) are available - Most are on reservations

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

28 total sites

RV Sites

27 sites

Tent Sites

1 site

About Junction Creek Campground

Junction Creek Campground is located close to Durango, Colo., near the beginning of the Colorado Trail. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent hiking and biking opportunities in a scenic natural setting.

Number of accommodations: 28

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 8 to Sep 26

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

28 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 01, Loop: Loop D RV
No Hookups
🚐 01, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 02, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 02, Loop: Loop D RV
No Hookups
🚐 02, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 03, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 03, Loop: Loop D RV
No Hookups
🚐 03, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 04, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 04, Loop: Loop D RV
No Hookups
🚐 04, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 05, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 05, Loop: Loop D RV
No Hookups
🚐 06, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 07, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 07, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 08, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 08, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 09, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 09, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 10, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 11, Loop: Loop C RV
No Hookups
🚐 11, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 12, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 13, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
🚐 14, Loop: Loop E RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
G02, Loop: JUNCTION CREEK Tent
50 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly

Reviews (660)

What Guests Are Saying

Junction Creek Campground is praised for its quiet, beautiful setting, well-spaced sites, and exceptionally clean bathrooms. Campers appreciate the campground's proximity to Durango and nearby hiking trails, along with friendly and helpful camp hosts. While some noted issues with privacy and site leveling, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.

Review Summary

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660 reviews
5
82.0%
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4
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Vanessa S

Verified

August 19, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Loop E

5

Quiet, level and private sites. Lovely campground.

Kasha D

Verified

August 19, 2026 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Loop C

5

Loved our spot. Fantastic location and just close enough to Durango to make everything convenient. Spotless bathrooms and well kept camping grounds.

Alexandre L

Verified

August 17, 2026 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Loop C

5

Beautiful campground with widely spaced camping sites and IMPECCABLY clean pit toilets.

mark s

Verified

August 16, 2026 Stayed at: 02, Loop: Loop C

5

The campground is clean the spaces have good separation and the bathrooms are VERY clean and do not smell even though they were full. Highly recommend.

Aaron N

Verified

August 14, 2026 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Loop D

5

Nice camping sites and very clean bathrooms

Kathrene F

August 14, 2026

5

We hosted a fantastic party, the location is one of the most beautiful in the area and easy to get to, the site is immaculate, including the bathrooms. Parking worked great, including the handicap sites which made access for several guests very safe. The price point made it affordable. The majority of our guests who are locals had never been to the party site and enjoyed riding further up the mountain to take in the spectacular views of the City. Thanks to the availability of the site, we created a very memorable 84th birthday celebration. Kathrene

Laura L

Verified

August 10, 2026 Stayed at: G02, Loop: JUNCTION CREEK

4

We had a group of about 42 people stay for 4 nights at the (only) overnight group site. PROS: We loved how the site was secluded from the rest of the campground so we weren't bothering others. Host cleaned the bathroom minimum daily, sometimes twice. Large hexagon concrete pad with firepit in the middle and 6 moveable picnic tables. Loved the permanent cooking grills and serving table. Lots of parking space. Fairly near the creek, easily walkable. There were a few areas in the creek that were chest/waist deep. Two parking strips for RV campers. CONS: Signage was not clear and many cars came into our site thinking it was a thru road (it's a dead end). Wish there was a ramada shelter over the dining area. (There's one at the day use, so why not here?) No hanging food/trash hooks - all other sites had them. No developed tent pads (we had about 15 tents). Only a few tent clearings and the rest you had to be creative down the hill or on the side of the road. All tent areas are on some sort of slope. Access for the creek is only for the sure footed with some steep areas - the grandparents couldn't make it.

Laurie G

Verified

August 7, 2026 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Loop C

5

We loved Junction Creek Campground. It had a lot of space between campsites, had a beautiful forest surrounding it and the toilets were spotless. Great camp hosts were friendly and efficient. We also liked that the campground was close to Durango so we could also enjoy the town. It was also close to trails. We will be back next year❤️

Kimberly S

Verified

August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Loop C

5

Very clean bathrooms. Potable water. Nice selection of tent spots within each site. Extremely close to Durango. Camp hosts helpful and not intrusive. They do a great job of keeping the camp clean and running well. Excellent experience.

Ann H

Verified

August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Loop C

5

Excellent campground. Hiked the Logchute Trail and the Colorado Trail right out of the campground on two successive days.

Location Junction Creek Campground

Address:
1499 Fdr 171
Durango, CO, 81301
United States

Elevation: 2198 feet

Distance to downtown

5.5 mi drive to downtown Durango (about 13 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • The extended summer season will continue starting 9/27 through 10/18/2025, FCFS only campsites. No Water will be available during this time. Please plan accordingly. Restrooms and trash service will still be available. Host onsite.
  • This is bear country; please practice safe food storage techniques
  • For general information about the San Juan National Forest, please call (970) 884-2512. Campsite availability is not available at this phone number
  • Click here for more information on the San Juan National Forest
  • 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.
  • First Come First Served (FCFS) Campsites are also available at this campground
  • Nearest RV Dump Stations:Speedway Convenience Store, 20453 Hwy 160, Durango, CO 81301Cortez RV Dump, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, 970-565-7320, Open May 1 to October 30

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Last updated: September 10, 2026

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