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.

Available sites

28 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Past seasons
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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28 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 12 ft · Gravel
🚐 01, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 15 ft · Gravel
🚐 01, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 15 ft
🚐 02, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 15 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 02, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 02, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 15 ft
🚐 03, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 03, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 15 ft · Gravel
🚐 03, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 15 ft
🚐 04, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 27 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 04, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 15 ft · Gravel
🚐 04, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 15 ft
🚐 05, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 37 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 05, Loop: Loop D RV
Pet Friendly · 35 × 15 ft · Gravel
🚐 06, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 07, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 25 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 07, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 20 ft
🚐 08, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 32 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 08, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 30 ft
🚐 09, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 09, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 15 ft
🚐 10, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 15 ft
🚐 11, Loop: Loop C RV
Pet Friendly · 28 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 11, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 15 ft
🚐 12, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 15 ft
🚐 13, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 15 ft
🚐 14, Loop: Loop E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 46 × 35 ft
⛺ G02, Loop: JUNCTION CREEK Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

695 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

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3 stars 3.5% (24)
2 stars 2.3% (16)
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Kyle P

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July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Loop D

Close to the many activities in Durango and also the Colorado Trail. Host kept sites and toilets spotless and gave great breakfast restaurant recommendation!

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DREW D

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July 27, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Loop E

Bob was excellent. The campground was very well kept.

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DREW D

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July 27, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Loop E

Bob was excellent. The campground was very well kept.

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Gordeen K

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Loop E

Love this campground. Sites were spacious and level on loop E. Very clean and no litter. Cleanest pit toilets I've seen yet. Quite at night and very respectful campers. Bob the campground host was the best! Very accommodating when we wanted to move to another site. Within walking distance to the Colorado Hiking Trail which was a plus. We'll be back.

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Randall M

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Loop E

Site number three was excellent and Bob was so kind to help us with our water pump. They added gravel at the campsite was also very nice.

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Gordeen K

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Loop E

Love this campground. Sites were spacious and level on loop E. Very clean and no litter. Cleanest pit toilets I've seen yet. Quite at night and very respectful campers. Bob the campground host was the best! Very accommodating when we wanted to move to another site. Within walking distance to the Colorado Hiking Trail which was a plus. We'll be back.

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Randall M

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Loop E

Site number three was excellent and Bob was so kind to help us with our water pump. They added gravel at the campsite was also very nice.

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Robert G

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July 21, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: Loop C

Camped in July 25' Loop C site 9. Beautiful large site, well treed. The pad was VERY canted, difficult to level our 25' trailer. The picnic table was far from the pad, 50 to 60 ft away. No level tent spots. Very hot and extremely dusty. Proximity to Durango was good, but rough roads made it an unpleasant ride.

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Phil R

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July 21, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Loop C

Great campground close to Durango! The road up the mountain was a bit rough when we entered but during our stay they graded it and it was very nice leaving. Great hiking right out of the park. Head of the Colorado trail starts at the park.

Park host were great. Site was raked prior to our arrival. We saw them rake every site as folks left. They cleaned the vault toilets like 4 times daily.

Bob, one of the host has amazing knowledge of the area and had great info on hikes.

Don’t miss the drive up the mountain to the Animas basin observation site !!

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Robert G

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July 21, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: Loop C

Camped in July 25' Loop C site 9. Beautiful large site, well treed. The pad was VERY canted, difficult to level our 25' trailer. The picnic table was far from the pad, 50 to 60 ft away. No level tent spots. Very hot and extremely dusty. Proximity to Durango was good, but rough roads made it an unpleasant ride.

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Location & Directions for Junction Creek Campground

1499 Fdr 171, Durango, CO 81301 United States

Elevation: 2,198 ft

Getting There

From Main Street in Durango, travel west on 25th Street (across from the fairgrounds entrance) for just over three miles, to the forest boundary. Continue just over a mile to the campground entrance. The day-use area loops to the left.

Nearest town

Durango, CO - 5.5 mi

About 13 min to downtown

Near Mesa Verde National Park

The closest entrance is: Mesa Verde National Park Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 33.6 mi · 58 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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