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Mix Lake Campground
10,000-foot elevation. 22 campsites near Mix Lake. Convenient to the Conejos River, the San Juan Wilderness, Platoro Reservoir, and other nearby ponds and lakes. Numerous trailheads in the area. Mix Lake Campground is one mile west of Platoro in the Conejos River drainage. This is a good access point for the South San Juan Wilderness. Mix Lake, Platoro Reservoir, Conejos River, Lily Pond and Kerr Lake can all be accessed for fishing. Trail accesses include Lake Fork Trail 716 and Sawmill Gulch Trail. One can also visit the historic town of Platoro and the Mix Lake overlook is on-site. The campground has 22 sites with tables and fireplaces. 3 vault type toilets, refuse receptacles and pickup, ample parking with convenient trailer spaces and drinking water are provided
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | After nearly two years, the campground is finally open! |
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| Rentals & Guides: | The nearby resort community of Platoro also offers boat and canoe rentals, trail rides, cook's night, there are outfitter-guides, cabins and a store. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets |
| Fees: | Single site - $26 to $30/night. $12 for day use (picnicking). Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance. |
| Permit Info: | 22 sites - 5 are pull through sites/ $19.00 - overnight |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | There is private land in the area, secure permission before entering. |
| Closest Towns: | Antonito - Near Platoro |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Toilet (3) |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
General Information
Directions:Directions from Monte Vista, Colorado: Take Colorado Highway 17 south 12.0 miles. Take the Twelve Mile Road 12.0 miles west to the forest boundary where it becomes the Alamosa-Conejos River Road #250. Follow #250 17.0 miles up the Alamosa River and over Stunner Pass to Mix Lake.
Directions from Antonito, Colorado: Take Colorado Highway 17 west 23.0 miles to the Alamosa-Conejos River Road #250 at Elk Creek. Follow #250 23 miles up the Conejos River to Mix Lake.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 22 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
Mix Lake \& Platora Reservoir| Fish Species | Browns \& Rainbow trout |
| Water Temperature | cold |
| Fishing Method | flies, lures and bait where allowed |
| Water/Flow Level | seasonal |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Backpacking
Viewing Wildlife
Wildlife viewing| Species | bear, deer, elk and birds |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Viewing Plants
Wildflowers
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Viewing Scenery
Spectacular views along Forest road 250 of the Conejos Canyon and River.| Special Feature | gravel and can be rough |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Picnicking
Picnic tables-no trash service or water| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Scenic Driving
Spectacular scenery on forest road 250 including Conejos Canyon and River and Terrace Reservoir.| Vehicle Clearence | gravel |
| Size Restrictions | Intermediate |
| Corrals | Intermediate |
Boating - Motorized
Platoro Reservoir| Type of Craft | motorized |
| Water/Flow Level | seasonal |
Boating - Non-Motorized
Mix Lake| Type of Craft | non-motorized |
| Water/Flow Level | seasonal |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Amenities
| Camping trailer: | |
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| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Toilets: |
Current Conditions
- UTV Travel Etiquette Video
This excellent video explores numerous ways to enhance your OHV experience while making you a better land steward and respectful OHV user. - Colorado Avalanche Information Center
- Dispersed Camping Etiquette Video
This great video guides campers through the basics of being a good camper in areas away from the developed recreation sites. Learn how to be a respectable, conscientious camper. - Fire Conditions
- Multiple-use National Forest Video
- Conejos Peak District Roads
- Divide District Roads
- Saguache District Roads
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Cumbres & LaManga Winter Recreation
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