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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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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Julie K

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July 13, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Loop C

Lovely campground that is well taken care of. The bathrooms were super clean.

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Clark O

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July 11, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Loop D

Excellent campground! Not too far from downtown. Abundant new bathrooms in each loop.

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Clark O

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July 11, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Loop D

Excellent campground! Not too far from downtown. Abundant new bathrooms in each loop.

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Brian B

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July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Loop C

Bob, the camphost, was probably the best campground host I've experienced in over 20 years for camping. He was super helpful to coordinate with my family the best sites possible and was helpful with any questions we had. The campground itself feels like a pine tree sanctuary -peaceful, quiet, and very clean. Bob and team are amazing at how ordered and clean the campground feels. Probably the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen -and they smelled clean the whole week we were there!. Just an excellent overall experience. Thanks Bob!

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Brian B

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July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Loop C

Bob, the camphost, was probably the best campground host I've experienced in over 20 years for camping. He was super helpful to coordinate with my family the best sites possible and was helpful with any questions we had. The campground itself feels like a pine tree sanctuary -peaceful, quiet, and very clean. Bob and team are amazing at how ordered and clean the campground feels. Probably the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen -and they smelled clean the whole week we were there!. Just an excellent overall experience. Thanks Bob!

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Paula F

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July 7, 2025 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Loop C

Great campground with beautiful views of nature. Bugs and dust are the main difficulties but easy to plan accordingly

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Paula F

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July 7, 2025 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Loop C

Great campground with beautiful views of nature. Bugs and dust are the main difficulties but easy to plan accordingly

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Jill L

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July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Loop C

Generators should be discouraged at this campground. One generator can disturb the peace for many sites because of the way the campground is configured. Our neighbor ran his generator for over 2 hours at a time from 6 pm to 9:30 pm (when we asked him to turn it off) and then again from 6 am - 9 am. Very rude!

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Jill L

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July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Loop C

Generators should be discouraged at this campground. One generator can disturb the peace for many sites because of the way the campground is configured. Our neighbor ran his generator for over 2 hours at a time from 6 pm to 9:30 pm (when we asked him to turn it off) and then again from 6 am - 9 am. Very rude!

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Julia S

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July 3, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Loop E

This was a fantastic campground for so many reasons. The host was incredibly nice and helpful, the campground gave tons of space between sites and the bathrooms were very very clean. The location of this campground is really close to Durango but also you feel like you’re in the middle of the forest. I would highly recommend it

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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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