Official websites use .gov
A .gov
website belongs to an official government organization in the
United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock
(
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only
on official, secure websites.
Comstock Campground
Comstock Campground is in the Rock Creek Drainage 18 miles southwest of Monte Vista. It was remodeled in 2010 and now has 7 sites. All sites are dead end spurs and vary from 35 to 40 feet in length. The South Fork of Rock Creek provides fishing. Hiking trails include: Alamosa River to Rock Creek Trail 703, North Fork Rock Creek Trail 704 and South Fork Rock Creek Trail 702. Motorcycles are allowed on Trails 702 and 703. ATV’s less than 50 inches wide are allowed on Trail 702 and it connects over to Blowout Pass. The campground facilities include 7 sites with tables and fireplaces, a vault type toilet and ample parking space for trailhead parking. There is no water or refuse receptacles. "PACK IN - PACK OUT"Maneuvering space for large trailers is somewhat limited. Big game hunting in the forest in season. Scroll down to Information Center to see individual site descriptions.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open Year-Round. May be inaccessible due to snow levels. |
|---|---|
| Operational Hours: | No trash service or receptacles. Please pack out all garbage. "Pack In - Pack Out" |
| Reservations: | None Taken |
| Area Amenities: |
|
| Fees: | Single Site - $10/night Day use - $10 (picnicking) Envelopes and fee tube are located near the entrance. |
| Permit Info: | 7 sites |
| Open Season: | May 15 |
| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | June to September |
| Busiest Season: | July |
| Restrictions: | No Horses in the Campground Must have Colorado Fishing License to fish in Rock Creek |
| Closest Towns: | Monte Vista, Colorado |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | 1 Vault toilet |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Click here for description of each site. |
General Information
Directions:Directions: Directions from Monte Vista, Colorado: Take Colorado Highway 15 south 2 miles. Then take Rock Creek road (County Road R) 12 miles southwest to the forest boundary where it becomes Forest Road #28. Comstock campground is about 6 miles southwest of the forest boundary on Road #28.
Activities
Mountain Biking
#703-Alamosa River, #704 Cat Creek - Silver Mtn| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
|---|
Campground Camping
7 sites, no pull through sites.
| No. of Sites | 7 single sites, no pull through sites |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
Some sites can accommodate units up to 40 ft.
River and Stream Fishing
In the South Fork of Rock Creek
Day Hiking
#702-to top of Blowout Pass-Bennett Peak, #704 to top of Silver Mtn| Elevation desc | #702-8,800' to 12,000 to Blowout Pass, #704-8,800-11,800 to top of Silver Mtn. |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
|---|
Backpacking
#702-to top of Blowout Pass-Bennett Peak, #704 to top of Silver Mtn| Elevation desc | #702-8,800' to 12,000 to Blowout Pass, #704-8,8800-11,800 to top of Silver Mtn. |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
|---|
Horse Riding
Three nearby trails - #702, #703 \& #704, these trails are also used by motorcycles \& ATVs. No grazing available, guest is responsible to bring certified weed free hay or pelletized feed. You may use portable panels or electric fence to corral horses outside the campground.| Water Availability | nearby creeks |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
|---|
Big Game Hunting
Open during hunting season - see Colorado Division of Wildlife regulations. Unit 80, access up trails #702, #703 \& #704.| Species | deer, elk |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
|---|
Viewing Wildlife
Wildlife viewing| Species | deer, elk and water fowl |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
|---|
OHV Trail Riding
Motorcycle trails #703 \& #704, ATV trail #702 to Blowout Pass| Staging Area | no |
| Class of Vehicle | ATV \& motorcycle |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
|---|
Picnicking
Easy access to remote, quiet picnic area, well shaded by spruce, fir \& aspen| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
|---|
Group Picnicking
Easy access to remote, quiet picnic area, well shaded by spruce, fir \& aspen| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
|---|
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Rock Creek Nordic Ski Trail is southwest of Monte Vista. Go south out of Monte Vista on road 15, 2.3 miles to Rock Creek Road, county road 28, turn right and follow the road about 10 miles, on your left is a small plowed area with an opening in the fence. The trail starts off on a fairly even grade and the drops through the trees to an open meadow on the side of the hill. There are several loops that link from here. The views of the whole San Luis Valley are your reward for your efforts. The trail is appropriate for all levels of skiers. The length of the entire trail system is about 5.6 miles roundtrip.
| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
|---|
Location