The campground stretches 0.7 miles up a mountain along North Crestone Creek. It is rustic with camping sites nestled among Aspen, Juniper, Fir and other riparian-loving trees. Because the sites are so far apart, each site has a feeling of secluded wilderness camping with few of the inconveniences. The campground is convenient to a public golf course and the interesting Town of Crestone.
At a Glance
Operational Hours:
NO WATER - PACK IN/PACK OUT.
Area Amenities:
Accessible,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Toilets
Fees
$7/Night for single unit - Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance.
Permit Info:
13 sites, 1 site is pull through, campground host in site #8 / $7.00 - overnight
Usage:
Heavy
Busiest Season:
June - September
Restrictions:
Fires in designated fire rings only.
Closest Towns:
Crestone, CO
Water:
NO
Restroom:
YES - outside vault
Operated By:
Forest Service - Saguache Ranger District 719 655-2547
General Information
Directions:
From Alamosa, take Hwy 17 north to Moffat, take County Road T east to Crestone. In Crestone, at the intersection of Galena and Alder Streets, take Alder Street north 1.3 miles to the campground.
Most sites can accommodate units up to 25' in length
Fishing
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River and Stream Fishing
Crestone Creek
Fishing Method
Flies, lures \& bait where allowed
Water Temperature
cold
Fishing Mode
bank
Water/Flow Level
seasonal
Hiking
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Day Hiking
#744 North Crestone Trail to N. Crestone Lake 4.5 miles
Elevation desc
#744-8,800 to 11,840 at N. Crestone Lake
Backpacking
#744 North Crestone Trail to N. Crestone Lake 4.5 miles, #747 N. Fork Crestone Trail travels north and connects with other trails.
Elevation desc
#744-8,800 to 11,840 at N. Crestone Lake, #747-9,760 to 13,000 at Hermit Pass
Hunting
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Big Game Hunting
Open during hunting season - see Colorado Division of Wildlife regulations. Unit 82
Species
elk
Nature Viewing
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Viewing Wildlife
Wildlife viewing
Species
elk
Viewing Plants
wildflowers
Scenic Driving
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Scenic Driving
Just north of the interesting Town of Crestone, beautiful scenery every direction. Spectacular views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains while approaching the campground.
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