East Fork Campground
The East Fork Campground is located on a ridge above the East Fork of the San Juan River. Nestled amongst the Ponderosa pines and Gambel oaks are 26 campsites containing 17 reservable sites and the remaining first-come, first-serve. A few sites offer level pull-throughs. Although some sites look down to the river, the river is a long way down. Short, steep trails lead down to the river bank, offering plenty of fishing. At 7,700 ft., this campground can be warmer than many of the other campgrounds in the area.
Reservations
26 sites: 17 reservable 9 first come - first served
General Information
May through September. For specific open / closure dates, visit recreation.gov.
Check-in time: 2:00 pm
Check-out time: 12:00 pm
If the site is empty, campers may come in anytime.
Quiet time is typically between 10pm - 6am. Please be a good neighbor and limit use of generators to no more than one hour at a time.
$32
Reservable (R) and First-come, First-serve (FF) sites available.
Maximum number of people per site: 8
Dogs must be leashed or otherwise physically restrained. Do not leave pets unattended.
Address: 180 Pagosa Street Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: (970) 264-2268
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.PagosaRD@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.374249
Longitude: -106.886791
Directions
From Pagosa Springs, CO: Travel north on U.S. Hwy 160 for 9.75 miles, then turn east on Forest Development Road #667 for 0.75 mile.
Parking
Max RV size = 35 ft
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Picnicking - Single
Hiking Info
Trailheads for the Coal Creek Trail and the Quartz Ridge Trail are at Sand Creek, two miles past the campground.
Fishing - River/Stream Info
The East Fork offers plenty of fishing opportunities upstream from the campground. Trailheads for the Coal Creek Trail and the Quartz Ridge Trail are at Sand Creek, 2-5 miles beyond the campground.
Biking - Mountain Info
Mountain bikers can ride to Silver Falls in the scenic East Fork Valley.
OHV Road Riding Info
The East Fork Road parallels the river for several miles on its way to and beyond the Continental Divide. The road beyond the East Fork Road and Forest Road #684 junction is negotiable only by 4WD. The East Fork Road to Elwood Pass and Silver Falls is popular for 4WD and ATV use.