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Trujillo Meadows Campground
This campground, adjacent to a meadow and above Trujillo Meadows Reservoir, is composed of two sections - Upper and Lower. The campground has been cleared of most trees due to beetle kill. Sites 34 through 39 are in an inner loop which are not RV friendly. There is an observation platform across from camping sites 40 and 41 to view a waterfall. Boating and fishing on the reservoir; small motorized and nonmotorized watercraft only. Hiking on nearby trails. The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, a historic narrow-gauge railroad, runs nearby. The facilities are large, with 50 campsites, one with parking for a two-car group. All sites have picnic tables, and fireplaces (limited firewood); there are toilets, drinking water and ample parking. Refuse receptacles and pickups are provided. Barrier-free facilities are offered here. Los Pinos Trail 736 can be accessed via the improved dirt Forest Road 1C and 4 WD Forest Road 118.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | None taken. |
|---|---|
| Area Amenities: | Accessible,Tent camping,Toilets,Drinking water |
| Fees: | Single Site - $29 to $33. $12 for day-use (picnicking). Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance. |
| Open Season: | Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Maximum site length - 40 feet. |
| Closest Towns: | Chama, New Mexico |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Toilet (4) |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
General Information
Directions:From Antonito, CO, take US 285 south 0.3 miles to Hwy 17. Continue straight onto Rd. 17 and go 35.2 miles to Trujillo Meadows Reservoir sign. Turn right at sign (dirt) and go 0.1 miles to "T" intersection and campground sign (Forest Rd. 118). Turn right onto Rd 118 and go 2.1 miles to campground on right
Directions from Chama, New Mexico: Travel northeast 21.1 miles on Colorado Highway 17. Then go 2.5 miles north on Forest Road 118 to Forest Road 118.1B. Campground entrance is 0.3 miles north on Forest Road 118.1B.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 50 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
Some sites can accommodate units up to 40' in length
| Status: | Open |
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Lake and Pond Fishing
Trujillo reservoir \& nearby streams| Fish Species | Browns \& Rainbow trout |
| Special Designations | accessible |
| Fishing Mode | bank, floating dock |
| Water Temperature | cold |
| Fishing Method | flies, lures and bait where allowed |
| Water/Flow Level | seasonal |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Day Hiking
Backpacking
Viewing Wildlife
Wildlife viewing| Species | bear, deer, elk and birds |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Viewing Plants
Viewing Scenery
Highway 17 is a secenic byway, Los Caminos Antiguos. Overlook for waterfalls| Special Feature | waterfalls overlook is accessible |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Boating - Non-Motorized
Amenities
| Tent camping: | |
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| Toilets: | |
| Accessible: | |
| Drinking water: | SYSTEM RESTORED |
Current Conditions
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