Stunner Campground
Stunner campground sits at 9700-foot in elevation beside the Alamosa River, two miles below the top of Stunner Pass. There are 5 campsites with tables, fire pits, a vault-type toilet, and adequate parking. No potable water is available and firewood is limited. Convenient trailer spaces are available.
General Information
The ghost town of Stunner is just east of the campground. This was a mining town that failed, due to nonproducing mines and transportation problems. Parts of the town are private property so ensure you are on public land before camping.
Late-May to Mid-October
Open 7 days a week with quiet hours from 10 pm to 6 am.
All fires must be kept within metal fire rings. Make sure your fire is "Dead Out" and cold to the touch before departing the site. Pack out all your trash and observe posted no-trespassing signs and private property boundaries in the campground area. This can be bear country. Remain "Bear Aware" and store food properly while camping.
No fees are required for this site
Dogs must be on leash not longer than six feet in length.
Contact Name: Conejos Peak Ranger District
Contact Phone: 719-274-8971
Address: 15571 County Road T5 La Jara, CO 81140
Phone: (719) 274-8971
Hours: Monday through Friday / 9:00 to 3:30 (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.3779977
Longitude: -106.5732338
Directions
1/4 mile North of La Jara, CO, take Rd. 15 west 10.6 miles to Forest Road 255, turn left (dirt) and go 11.4 miles to Forest Rd. 250. Continue straight on Rd. 250 and go 18.4 miles to "Y" (Forest Rd. 380). Bear right onto Rd. 380 and go 0.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left, 0.3 miles to campground.
Travel Considerations
Motorized access may be limited by snow and annual seasonal road closures from March 15th to May 15th.
Parking
Adequate parking available.
Facility and Amenity Information
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Stream water should be purified before consumption.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Other Amenities
The Alamosa River is nearby for fishing. Unfortunately, naturally acidic water severely limits fishing in the Alamosa River between Stunner Campground and Terrace Reservoir. Big game hunting is possible.
