Warning
GeneralPLEASE NOTE that the Horse Sites are located before reaching the campground on the opposite side of the road off FSR 561. The Horse Sites are in a separate area.
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates8 total sites
RV Sites
5 sites
Tent Sites
1 site
About Transfer Campground
Number of accommodations: 8
Activities & Attractions
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Year-round
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (30)
What Guests Are Saying
Transfer Campground offers a beautiful setting with friendly and helpful hosts, making for a pleasant camping experience. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness and maintenance of the grounds, along with well-kept bathrooms and stunning scenery. However, some minor downsides include a busy nearby road, limited shade, and the absence of trash service, which require some planning for future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Transfer Campground offers a beautiful setting with friendly and helpful hosts, making for a pleasant camping experience. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness and maintenance of the grounds, along with well-kept bathrooms and stunning scenery. However, some minor downsides include a busy nearby road, limited shade, and the absence of trash service, which require some planning for future visits.
Review Summary
Bryan H
VerifiedAugust 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: Transfer
Everything was great. The weather was a little warm for August (can't be controlled). Dolly was an excellent camp host - very friendly and helpful. We had a great time and look forward to our next visit.
Ann H
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Transfer
This was more oriented towards ATV users and less towards hikers. The trails were pretty torn up and muddy. We did tackle the Rim Trail and the Chicken Creek Trail and then spent a while cleaning our boots. It was unusually rainy which did not help the trails.
Sandra R
VerifiedJune 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 001- Group Site, Loop: TRANSFER GROUP CAMPGROUND
We live camping here as a church group but not sure we will return unfortunately. There is a new rule that we were told by the new camp host. No tents on grassed area. We were told to set up tents on the gravel areas only. It was almost 90 degrees outside. Have you ever set up tents on gravel? Such a disappointment. We were told we couldn’t even set up our tents in the distance on weeded/grass areas under trees. The site itself is beautiful and we really enjoy staying there.
Stephanie F
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: H03, Loop: Equestrian
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Judith V
VerifiedAugust 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 001- Group Site, Loop: TRANSFER GROUP CAMPGROUND
We have been to Transfer for family picnics before. This year it was in absolutely excellent condition - recently raked, not one scrap of trash. The groundskeeper checked in with us. He is doing a great job.
Brittney C
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 001- Group Site, Loop: TRANSFER GROUP CAMPGROUND
What an AMAZING group site! I was so pleasantly surprised. Perfect shade and set-up. Extremely clean bathroom (impressive). Great trails all around. I will definitely be back!
Andre B
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Transfer
This is a beautiful campground! The scenery is amazing and the sites are spread out enough to give some privacy. The host is also very friendly and helpful.
A couple small things kept this campground from getting a 5. The location is next to a road that is fairly busy with traffic (mostly ATVs) during all daylight hours. There also isn’t much shade in the campground, due to the young aspens in the area. Finally there is no trash service available so you have to take your trash with you.
Overall though, excellent place to stay and I will happily return!
Tom H
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Transfer
Three nights in campsite 6. Beautiful surroundings with nearby (short walk) views of peaks. Bathroom well kept. Friendly, helpful host. Potable water. No trash service, so prepare accordingly. Very little cell service in campground. About 20 minutes back to Mancos with good service (Verizon), and good food/drink choices. Will definitely go back!
Zorik G
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Transfer
Wonderful little campground with hiking trails within walking distance. Beautiful scenery at the campground itself and of course on the trails. The host was very friendly. No Internet service, which is one reason why I picked this location! And if you really need to get supplies, the town of Mancos is just 11 miles away.
Michael W
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Transfer
First time at Transfer. My site was great and cozy. Convenient to Mesa Verde NP.
Location Transfer Campground
Address:
17541 Fs 565
Mancos, CO, 81328
United States
From Mancos, CO: travel 1/4 mile north on Hwy 184, turn right on West Mancos Road (Forest Road 561) and travel 10.5 miles to the campground. Most of the road is unpaved, but has a good gravel surface. PLEASE NOTE that the Horse Sites are located before reaching the campground on the opposite side of the road off FSR 561, a totally separate area.
Transfer Campground is accessible via Hwy 184, which connects to US Highway 160 approximately 15 miles to the south.
Elevation: 2720 feet
11 mi drive to downtown Mancos (about 20 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- The extended summer season will continue starting 9/28 through 10/19/2025, FCFS only campsites. No Water will be available during this time. Please plan accordingly. Restrooms will still be available. No trash service. "Pack It in - Pack It Out". Group campsite is not open during this time.
- Although livestock is not allowed in the main campground, there are campsites for stock users OUTSIDE the main campground ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE of Forest Rd. 561, with H01, H02, H03 & H04 sites adjacent to a corral. PLEASE NOTE that the Horse Sites are located before reaching the campground on the opposite side of the road off FSR 561, a totally separate area.
- 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 serve sites available
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralPLEASE NOTE that the Horse Sites are located before reaching the campground on the opposite side of the road off FSR 561. The Horse Sites are in a separate area.
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Last updated: September 3, 2026
