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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

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

Campground Amenities

  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
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Jul
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed - Opens on May 8

Sites & Availability

28 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 01, Loop: Loop D
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 01, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: Loop D
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: Loop D
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: Loop D
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: Loop D
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: Loop C
No Hookups
$64.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: Loop E
50 Amp · Electric Only
$82.00
/ per night
G02, Loop: JUNCTION CREEK
50 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$125.00
/ per night

Reviews (306)

What Guests Are Saying

Junction Creek Campground is highly praised for its clean facilities, spacious and well-maintained campsites, and friendly hosts who provide excellent service. The campground's convenient location near Durango offers easy access to hiking and biking trails, making it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. While some visitors noted noise from nearby campsites and a few challenges with site leveling, the overall experience remains positive, highlighting the campground as a peaceful retreat in a beautiful forested setting.

Review Summary

4.7
306 reviews
5
82.0%
251
4
11.8%
36
3
3.6%
11
2
2.6%
8
1
0.0%
0

Steven B

Verified

May 26, 2024 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Loop E

5

clean sites, very clean bathrooms. Staff available but not hovering

Stephanie S

Verified

May 12, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Loop E

5

Clean pit toilets! Always a major plus! Great campground.

Kris H

Verified

May 12, 2024 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Loop E

5

Beautiful campground. Loved the hiking and scent of the ponderosa pines. Don’t let the steep gravel road for the last mile intimidate you because it is worth the adventure!

Amy I

Verified

October 26, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Loop E

5

The campground was clean and easy to navigate. Staff were welcoming and super helpful. Highly recommend!

James S

Verified

September 25, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Loop C

5

Excellent site. Staff was delightful. Will stay here again.

Michael P

Verified

September 24, 2023 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Loop C

5

The campsite was clean and neat, the bathrooms were very clean and newly painted.

Elizabeth G

Verified

September 22, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Loop C

5

The campground was great. It was kept very clean (even the toilet Facilities). Great place

Beverley R

Verified

September 20, 2023 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Loop D

4

Steep gravel road to campground, but very nice well spaced sites

David H

Verified

September 19, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Loop C

5

We had an absolutely fantastic experience. The campsite was beautiful and impeccable -- we did not find one small piece of litter as we have in some other campsites. The bathrooms were among the cleanest public bathrooms I have ever used. The crew that manages the campground clearly runs a tight ship.

We visited in September after school was already in session, and the campground was about 25% full, which made the experience even better.

We had a great 8-mile hike along the Colorado trail to Gudy's Rest up on a ridge with a fantastic view. Not too many people on the trail. The trailhead is about 5 minutes (driving) down the road from the campground.
We loved it and would recommend it.

David C

Verified

September 18, 2023 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Loop E

5

Wonderful campsite! Not too far into Durango (15 min). Also, hardest working camp hosts I've ever witnessed. We're super helpful checking us in, etc.

Overall, very pleasant stay.

Location Junction Creek Campground

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

Latitude & Longitude: 37.3361 / -107.915

Elevation: 2198 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
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.

General

This is bear country; please practice safe food storage techniques

General

For general information about the San Juan National Forest, please call (970) 884-2512. Campsite availability is not available at this phone number

General

Click here for more information on the San Juan National Forest

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

First Come First Served (FCFS) Campsites are also available at this campground

General

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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