The group area campground, among Ponderosa, Aspen, Spruce, Cottonwoods and
juniper trees, has a capacity of up to 100 people. It is a short walk to the
fast-moving Conejos River. This is a pleasant and attractive campground that
is excellent for large groups the area can accommodate several RV's as well as
tents. Picnic tables are fairly well-shaded. This campground is by reservation
only. Consider a day trip on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad (steam)
which offers a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns. One access to
the train is in Antonito, CO, online Cumbres-Toltec Scenic Railroad or call
(719) 376-5483 for more information and reservations.

<p>The group area campground, among Ponderosa, Aspen, Spruce, Cottonwoods and juniper trees, has a capacity of up to 100 people. It is a short walk to the fast-moving Conejos River. This is a pleasant and attractive campground that is excellent for large groups the area can accommodate several RV&#39;s as well as tents. Picnic tables are fairly well-shaded. This campground is by reservation only. Consider a day trip on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad (steam) which offers a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns. One access to the train is in Antonito, CO, online <a href="https://www.cumbrestoltec.com/schedule-rates/">Cumbres-Toltec Scenic Railroad</a> or call (719) 376-5483 for more information and reservations.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Mogote - Juniper Group Camping Site

## Overview

Mogote Campground is located along the Conejos River, making it a perfect
location for fishing and hiking. The pleasant campground is well shaded by
groves of ponderosa pine and a mixture of cottonwood, spruce, willow and
aspen.  
  
The campground is also in close proximity to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic
Railroad, home of America's highest and longest, coal fired, steam operated
narrow-gauge railroad.

## Recreation

The Conejos River is a Gold Medal River, offering a high potential for trophy
trout fishing. Rainbow and brown trout are the most common species in the
river. Popular hikes include the 15-mile Elk Creek Trail and the 10.9-mile
South Fork Conejos Trail.

## Facilities

Campsites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills.
Vault toilets, drinking water and trash bins are provided. An accessible
toilet is located in the upper loop.  
  
No electric hookups are available. Firewood can be purchased on site.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet, and is separated into an
upper and lower loop. The lower loop sits along the fast-flowing Conejos River
and many sites face the water. The campground is perched in a wooded section
along the river valley.  
  
Rio Grande National Forest stretches across 1.86 million acres in south-
central Colorado. The forest encompasses a myriad of ecosystems ranging from
high elevation desert at 7,600 feet above sea level to rocky crags at over
14,300 feet in the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.

## Nearby Attractions

The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad can be accessed from Antonito. The train
makes a 640-mile journey through abandoned mining towns, creating great
entertainment for young and old.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Mogote Campground is located along the Conejos River, making it a perfect location for fishing and hiking. The pleasant campground is well shaded by groves of ponderosa pine and a mixture of cottonwood, spruce, willow and aspen. 
<br/><br/>
The campground is also in close proximity to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, home of America's highest and longest, coal fired, steam operated narrow-gauge railroad.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Conejos River is a Gold Medal River, offering a high potential for trophy trout fishing. Rainbow and brown trout are the most common species in the river. Popular hikes include the 15-mile Elk Creek Trail and the 10.9-mile South Fork Conejos Trail.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Campsites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash bins are provided. An accessible toilet is located in the upper loop.
<br/><br/>
No electric hookups are available. Firewood can be purchased on site.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet, and is separated into an upper and lower loop. The lower loop sits along the fast-flowing Conejos River and many sites face the water. The campground is perched in a wooded section along the river valley.
<br/><br/>
Rio Grande National Forest stretches across 1.86 million acres in south-central Colorado. The forest encompasses a myriad of ecosystems ranging from high elevation desert at 7,600 feet above sea level to rocky crags at over 14,300 feet in the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad can be accessed from Antonito. The train makes a 640-mile journey through abandoned mining towns, creating great entertainment for young and old.

Conejos River from Mogote Campground

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## Overview

Aspen Glade Campground sits on the Conejos River in southern Colorado,
providing a premium setting for fly fishing and peaceful nature watching.

## Recreation

Forest Road 250 provides an unforgettable scenic drive, where visitors are met
with sweeping views of the Conejos Canyon and River.  
  
Just upstream of the campground is a section of "Gold Medal" trout fishing,
offering top-tier fishing for large quality trout. Just 168 miles of the 9,000
miles of trout streams in Colorado are designated with this title.  
  
The nearby Sheep Creek Trail is also highly recommended for avid hikers.

## Facilities

The 32 spacious, reservable campsites are considerably quiet, allowing for the
sounds of birds overhead. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.

## Natural Features

Within the campground, Loop A and B are lightly wooded with Ponderosa pines.
Loop C is heavily wooded with tall, mature spruce, aspen and fir trees. It
lies along the fast-flowing Conejos River. The understory for all campsites is
grass topped with pine needles.  
  
Aspen Glade sits near the border of New Mexico at 8,500 feet. It is situated
between the Carson and Rio Grande National Forests.  
  
Wildlife in the region includes bear, deer, elk and a variety of birds.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors can ride a traditional steam engine at the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic
Railroad on a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Aspen Glade Campground sits on the Conejos River in southern Colorado, providing a premium setting for fly fishing and peaceful nature watching. 
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Forest Road 250 provides an unforgettable scenic drive, where visitors are met with sweeping views of the Conejos Canyon and River.
<br/><br/>
Just upstream of the campground is a section of "Gold Medal" trout fishing, offering top-tier fishing for large quality trout. Just 168 miles of the 9,000 miles of trout streams in Colorado are designated with this title.

<br/><br/>The nearby Sheep Creek Trail is also highly recommended for avid hikers.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The 32 spacious, reservable campsites are considerably quiet, allowing for the sounds of birds overhead. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Within the campground, Loop A and B are lightly wooded with Ponderosa pines. Loop C is heavily wooded with tall, mature spruce, aspen and fir trees. It lies along the fast-flowing Conejos River. The understory for all campsites is grass topped with pine needles.
<br/><br/>
Aspen Glade sits near the border of New Mexico at 8,500 feet. It is situated between the Carson and Rio Grande National Forests.
<br/><br/>
Wildlife in the region includes bear, deer, elk and a variety of birds.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors can ride a traditional steam engine at the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad on a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns. 
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.

Aspen Glade site 20

Upper Loop CXT

Aspen Glade entry sign

Conejos River at Aspen Glade Campground

Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)

## Overview

Elk Creek Campground is located in Conejos County, approximately 23 miles west
of Antonito, Colorado. Located in the lower portion of the Conejos Canyon a
short distance from Highway 17, it is an easily reached destination for
visitors to the area. Elk Creek runs alongside the campground. The elevation
of the campground is 8,500 ft.

## Recreation

Consider a day trip to the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad (steam) which
offers a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns. One access to the
train is in Antonito, CO, about 23 miles from the campground.  
  
Fishing, hunting, hiking, scenic driving and wildlife watching are some of the
popular activities in the area. Elk Creek and Duck Lake trailheads are a short
distance away, both of which are access points to the South San Juan
Wilderness Area.

## Facilities

This campground contains a variety of campsites including single and double
sites which can accommodate RVs or tents. Vault toilets and drinking water are
provided. Most sites are equipped with accessible tables, grills and fire
rings.

## Natural Features

The campground is lightly wooded with spruce and some ponderosa pine trees.
The understory is grass with some campsites located next to Elk Creek. The
campground is conveniently located within close proximity to the South San
Juan Wilderness Area.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby Elk Creek has fishing, including brown and rainbow trout. Two hiking
trails are also nearby and lead into the south San Juan Wilderness. These
trails access Dipping Lakes and Duck Lake and are an easy to intermediate
hike.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Elk Creek Campground is located in Conejos County, approximately 23 miles west of Antonito, Colorado. Located in the lower portion of the Conejos Canyon a short distance from Highway 17, it is an easily reached destination for visitors to the area. Elk Creek runs alongside the campground. The elevation of the campground is 8,500 ft.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Consider a day trip to the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad (steam) which offers a 64-mile journey through abandoned mining towns. One access to the train is in Antonito, CO, about 23 miles from the campground. <br/><br/>

Fishing, hunting, hiking, scenic driving and wildlife watching are some of the popular activities in the area. Elk Creek and Duck Lake trailheads are a short distance away, both of which are access points to the South San Juan Wilderness Area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This campground contains a variety of campsites including single and double sites which can accommodate RVs or tents. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Most sites are equipped with accessible tables, grills and fire rings.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is lightly wooded with spruce and some ponderosa pine trees. The understory is grass with some campsites located next to Elk Creek. The campground is conveniently located within close proximity to the South San Juan Wilderness Area.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Nearby Elk Creek has fishing, including brown and rainbow trout. Two hiking trails are also nearby and lead into the south San Juan Wilderness. These trails access Dipping Lakes and Duck Lake and are an easy to intermediate hike.

Elk Creek

Deer at Elk Creek Campground

Restroom & Dumpster at Elk Creek Campground

Elk Creek Campground (Rio Grande Nf)

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 beetle killed trees. 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 non-motorized 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.

<p>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 beetle killed trees. 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 non-motorized watercraft only. Hiking on nearby trails. The Cumbres &amp; 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.</p>

Single Site - $29 to $33.  
$12 for day-use (picnicking).  
Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance.

Trujillo Meadows Campground

There is fishing access to the Conejos River and Spectacle Lake. The lake is
year round, with winter ice-fishing. Two sites have parking for two car
groups. Both day and overnight use is permitted. The facility has 24 sites (13
sites are pull-through) with tables and fireplaces. Firewood is limited. Two
vault type toilets, refuse containers and pickup. There is a developed water
system with 2 hand pumps. Most sites have a panoramic view of towering cliff
walls. No boating is allowed on Spectacle Lake. The Spectacle Lake Trail #730
begins 1/2 mile south on Forest Road 250. Ruybalid Trail 855 and Notch Trail
729 are also accessible.

<p>There is fishing access to the Conejos River and Spectacle Lake. The lake is year round, with winter ice-fishing.&nbsp;Two sites have parking for two car groups. Both day and overnight use is permitted. The facility has 24 sites (13 sites are pull-through)&nbsp;with tables and fireplaces. Firewood is limited. Two&nbsp;vault type toilets, refuse containers and pickup. There is a developed water system with 2 hand pumps. Most sites have a panoramic view of towering cliff walls. No boating is allowed on Spectacle Lake. The Spectacle Lake Trail #730 begins 1/2 mile south on Forest Road 250. Ruybalid Trail 855 and Notch Trail 729 are also accessible.</p>

Single Site - $26 to $30.  
$12 for day use (picnicking).  
Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance.

Spectacle Lake Campground

There is fishing access to the Conejos River and Spectacle Lake. The lake is
year-round, with winter ice-fishing. Spectacle Lake Trail 730 begins 1/2 mile
south on Forest Road 250. Ruybalid Trail 855 and Notch Trail 729 are also
accessible.

<p>There is fishing access to the Conejos River and Spectacle Lake. The lake is year-round, with winter ice-fishing. Spectacle Lake Trail 730 begins 1/2 mile south on Forest Road 250. Ruybalid Trail 855 and Notch Trail 729 are also accessible.&nbsp;</p>

Single Site - $26 to $30/night.  
$12 for day use (picnicking).

Conejos Campground

The Alverjones Cutoff trail is 0.7 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 728
and ends at Forest Trail 727. The trail is open for the following uses: At
present, skiing and snowshoeing.

<p>The Alverjones Cutoff trail is 0.7 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 728 and ends at Forest Trail 727. The trail is open for the following uses: At present, skiing and snowshoeing.</p>

Alverjones Cutoff Trailhead - No #

The Alverjones trail is 1.1 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 727 and ends
at Alverjones Lake/Forest Trail 775. The trail is open for the following uses:
Horseback Riding, backpacking, and hiking.

<p>The Alverjones trail is 1.1 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 727 and ends at Alverjones Lake/Forest Trail 775. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, backpacking, and hiking.</p>

Alverjones Trailhead

The West Fork Rio Chama trail is 1 1/4 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail
738 and ends at the junction with Trail 741.  Trail 741 was formerly numbered
as Trail 740 from this junction on.

The West ChamaTrail provides access to upper Chama Basin, an area of virgin
spruce-fir forests surrounding steep and coloful volcanic cliffs. Waterfalls
tumbling over the cliffs can be seen from almost any vantage point. The fall
is an especially good time to visit  Chama Basin, when the slopes of aspen are
in full splendor.

The West Chama Trail climbs steeply away from the Chama River along a small
tributary stream within an aspen forest. As the trail leaves this tributary
and follows the Chama River to the confluence of the East and West Forks, it
stays high above the river and passes through dry subalpine meadows and
scattered aspen stands. A spectacular view of the entire valley is afforded
from the trail above the confluence. Banded Peak, a local landmark, rises
massively on the left as one climbs up the trail. The strenuous climb up the
cliff to the Forest Boundary rewards the hikers with a view of Chama Basin and
south into New Mexico that is unsurpassable.

The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback riding, mountain biking,
hiking, and backpacking.

<p>The West Fork Rio Chama trail is&nbsp;1 1/4&nbsp;miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 738 and ends at&nbsp;the junction with Trail 741.&nbsp; Trail 741 was formerly numbered as Trail 740 from this junction on.</p><p>The West ChamaTrail provides access to upper Chama Basin, an area of virgin spruce-fir forests surrounding steep and coloful volcanic cliffs. Waterfalls tumbling over the cliffs can be seen from almost any vantage point. The fall is an especially good time to visit&nbsp; Chama Basin, when the slopes of aspen are in full splendor.</p><p>The West Chama Trail climbs steeply away from the Chama River along a small tributary stream within an aspen forest. As the trail leaves this tributary and follows the Chama River to the confluence of the East and West Forks, it stays high above the river and passes through dry subalpine meadows and scattered aspen stands. A spectacular view of the entire valley is afforded from the trail above the confluence. Banded Peak, a local landmark, rises massively on the left as one climbs up the trail. The strenuous climb up the cliff to the Forest Boundary rewards the hikers with a view of Chama Basin and south into New Mexico that is unsurpassable.</p><p>The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and backpacking.</p>

West Fork Rio Chama Trailhead - Trail #740

The South Fork trail is 10.9 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 250 and ends
at Forest Trail 718. The trail provides access to several high lakes, such as
Canon Verde, Canon Rincon, Green, Blue and Glacier Lakes. Camping sites are
available along the entire route.

The difficulty of the trail varies considerably, ranging from a gentle path
following the stream to steep switchbacks climbing the valley slopes. The
trail is well traveled and easy to follow. From this trail hikers may continue
onto the Green Lake Trail #726, Canon Rincon Trail #722, Conejos Peak Trail #
719 or the CDNST #813.

The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback riding, hiking,
backpacking, cross country skiing and snow shoeing.

<p>The South Fork trail is 10.9 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 250 and ends at Forest Trail 718. The trail provides access to several high lakes, such as Canon Verde, Canon Rincon, Green, Blue and Glacier Lakes. Camping sites are available along the entire route.</p><p>The difficulty of the trail varies considerably, ranging from a gentle path following the stream to steep switchbacks climbing the valley slopes. The trail is well traveled and easy to follow. From this trail hikers may continue onto the Green Lake Trail #726, Canon Rincon Trail #722, Conejos Peak Trail # 719 or the CDNST #813.</p><p>The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, cross country skiing and snow shoeing.</p>

South Fork Conejos Trailhead - Trail # 724

The Archuleta trail is composed of 2 segments.  Trail 741 is 4.3 miles long.
It begins at Forest Road 121 and ends at Forest Trail 740.1. Trail 740.1 is
6.99 miles long.  It begins at Trail 740 and ends at the Forest Boundary with
the Tierra Amarilla Grant.

The trails are open for the following uses: Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) less
than or equal to 50 inches wide, motorcycles, snow mobiles, mountain bikes,
horseback riding, backpacking, hiking, cross country skiing and snow shoeing.

<p>The Archuleta trail is&nbsp;composed of 2 segments.&nbsp; Trail 741 is 4.3 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 121 and ends at Forest Trail 740.1. Trail 740.1 is 6.99 miles long.&nbsp; It begins at Trail 740 and ends at the Forest Boundary with the Tierra Amarilla Grant.&nbsp;</p><p>The trails&nbsp;are open for the following uses: Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) less than or equal to 50 inches wide, motorcycles, snow mobiles, mountain bikes, horseback riding,&nbsp;backpacking, hiking, cross country skiing and snow shoeing.</p>

Archuleta Trailhead - Trails  # 741 &  # 740

The Valdez trailhead is on FDR 250, 1 1/2 miles north of the Pinnacles.
Parking space is limited.

<p>The Valdez trailhead is on FDR 250, 1 1/2 miles north of the Pinnacles. Parking space is limited.</p>

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