Site Open

Mogote Campground

Current Conditions

Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

This campground sits among Ponderosa, aspen, spruce, cottonwood and juniper trees, and is composed of two loops - Upper and Lower. The Lower Loop is adjacent to the fast-moving Conejos River with some sites next to the river. This is a pleasant and attractive campground that is excellent for both the transient and destination camper. Juniper and Pinon Group Picnic & Camping Areas are nearby. Firewood is not provided. There are 40 campsites (21 are pull-through) with tables and fireplaces, 4 vault-type toilets, drinking water (hydrants) and refuse receptacles for your convenience.

Consider a day trip on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad (steam) which offers a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns. One access to the train is in Antonito, CO. Visit Cumbres-Toltec Scenic Railroad or call (719) 376-5483 for more information and reservations.

General Information

Memorial Day weekend through the second Monday of September.

Check in time is after 2:00 pm Check out time is before 12:00 pm

Day Use:
$12 per day
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $29 per night
Double Site: $58 per night
Group Site Juniper: $160 per night
Group Site Pinyon: $90 per night
Single or Double Site: $10 per night (during shoulder season)

Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance.

There is a fishing guide service available in Mogote.

An American flag flies in the blue sky above the office building and the sign out front.

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: 37.06546793

Longitude: -106.2322565

Elevation

8,520 feet

Directions

From Antonito, CO, take US 285 south 0.3 miles to Hwy 17. Continue straight on Hwy 17 and go 13.2 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.3 miles to campground on right.