Graham Creek Campground
Graham Creek Campground is located near Vallecito Reservoir with 25 sites - 15 reservable sites and 10 non-reservable sites. Some sites are surrounded by large trees while others are more open offering some sun and some shade. Underbrush separates campsites for privacy.
The hillside sites are about 100 yards from the high-water line. Willows separate campground from lake but paths provide access to the shoreline. Sites are available for large RVs, although entrance and exit roads are steep.
The only commercial development on the east side of the reservoir is the resorts just north of Pine Point. They have most camper services, but gasoline is not available.
The old rough, natural-surface road spur and boat ramp at the campground is permanently closed; therefore there is no public access. For paid campers only, the lake can be accessed on foot via that a social trail on the old road spur.
Trailered boats must use the boat ramp on the west side of the lake after getting a Colorado Parks and Wildlife inspection.
Reservations
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.
Do not trespass on the private property adjacent to the south side of the campground.
The old rough, natural-surface road spur and boat ramp at the campground is permanently closed; therefore there is no public access. For paid campers only, the lake can be accessed on foot via that a social trail on the old road spur.
$32
Reservable (R) and First-come, First-serve (FF) sites available.
Maximum number of persons per site: 8
Dogs must be leashed or otherwise physically restrained. Do not leave pets unattended.
Address: 367 Pearl Street Bayfield, CO 81122
Phone: (970) 884-2512
Hours: Friday only, 9:00am-4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.39041
Longitude: -107.54001
Directions
From Durango, CO: Travel 17 miles on Florida Road, County Road #240. Turn left onto County Road #501. After 4 miles, slight right onto Forest Road #603 for about 2.2 miles to campground entrance. Campground is located on the east side of Vallecito Reservoir.
From Bayfield, CO: Travel 14 miles north on County Road #501, then 2.2 miles northeast on Forest Road #603 to campground entrance. Campground is located on the east side of Vallecito Reservoir.
Parking
Equipment with wheels (RVs, campers, cars) must fit in the parking spur. There is not any overflow parking available.
Max RV size = 35 ft
Facility and Amenity Information
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
Boating - Motorized Info
Trailered boats must use the boat ramp on the west side of the lake after getting a Colorado Parks and Wildlife inspection.
Picnicking - SinglePicnicking - Single Info
Old Timers Picnic Area: Old Timers is on the south shore of Vallecito Reservoir, 2 miles south of Graham Creek Campground. Eleven well-shaded sites provide a cool, intimate setting on a gentle hillside near the water.
Fishing - Lake & Pond Info
Vallecito Reservoir: The reservoir is a very popular fishing spot, with anglers going after German brown trout, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, kokanee salmon, and northern pike.
Hiking Info
North Canyon Trail: This popular trail for horseback riders takes off just across the road from the campground. The trail takes you through ponderosa pine and aspen forests. A scenic overlook of Vallecito Reservoir is available on a side trail along the way.
East Creek Trail: This popular trail for horseback riders is reached by driving about 1/4 mile up Forest Rd. 852, northeast of the campground entrance.