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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Edward S

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May 24, 2023 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Loop E

This is a very nice forested campground with sites with electricity available. There is good space between sites. Great fire pits and picnic areas with tables. The toilets are freshly painted and clean. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful! We had Verizon cell phone service throughout our visit. It’s pretty close to town, but you can’t really tell once you’re there. The only negatives are the washboard road on the way into the campground, and that it’s a bit confusing to find your site. There was also a bit of ATV noise one evening.

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Joe L

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May 22, 2023 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Loop E

Nice campground and great hosts

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Mark C

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May 22, 2023 Stayed at: 14, Loop: Loop E

This is a very no-frills woodsy camping experience. The sites had electricity, which was great. The park hosts were very nice and helpful. There are no bath houses, no water hook ups, and no sewer. Not sure about a dumping station. A Beautiful Park All the way around . Very clean.

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Joe L

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May 22, 2023 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Loop E

Nice campground and great hosts

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Mark C

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May 22, 2023 Stayed at: 14, Loop: Loop E

This is a very no-frills woodsy camping experience. The sites had electricity, which was great. The park hosts were very nice and helpful. There are no bath houses, no water hook ups, and no sewer. Not sure about a dumping station. A Beautiful Park All the way around . Very clean.

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Robert H

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May 16, 2023 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Loop E

Awesome campground given its location. However, the entry road sucks. It is the worst washboard gravel road in any National Forest we’ve camped. Second, the water spigots are low pressure, low volume, not threaded, and not suitable for filling RV tanks. Arrive with FULL water tanks. Also, there is no dump station. Plan ahead, be prepared!

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Calvin A

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May 16, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Loop E

This is a wonderful place to get away from it all and away from crowds. The camp hosts are always friendly and helpful.

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Robert H

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May 16, 2023 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Loop E

Awesome campground given its location. However, the entry road sucks. It is the worst washboard gravel road in any National Forest we’ve camped. Second, the water spigots are low pressure, low volume, not threaded, and not suitable for filling RV tanks. Arrive with FULL water tanks. Also, there is no dump station. Plan ahead, be prepared!

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Calvin A

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May 16, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Loop E

This is a wonderful place to get away from it all and away from crowds. The camp hosts are always friendly and helpful.

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Ginger B

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October 4, 2022 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Loop E

I and my family are always amazed at how well this campground is maintained. It is such a beautiful place. WEll laid out, well taken care of, and friendly hosts!

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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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