North Crestone Picnic Site

Area Status: Closed
Picnic area North Crestone

The picnic area is along North Crestone Creek. It is rustic with Aspen, Juniper, Fir and other riparian-loving trees.  There are 3 single-sites; with tables, restrooms, fire grates but no water.  Attractions include picnicking and hiking from North Crestone TH.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: Closed June 12th through 15th for installation of bear boxes. NO WATER - PACK IN/PACK OUT.
Reservations: First come, first serve. 
No camping.
Area Amenities:
  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets
Fees: Free
Permit Info: 3 single-sites; with tables, restrooms, fire grates but NO WATER
Open Season: Closed November 15th Until
Closest Towns: Crestone, CO
Water: NO
Restroom: Yes - outside vault
Operated By: Forest Service

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.  Picnic area is adjacent to North Crestone Campground.


Activities

Day Hiking

Picnicking

3 single-sites; with tables, restrooms, fire grates but NO WATER 

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Latitude : 
38.025

  Longitude : 
-105.674859

  Elevation : 
8,312