Sig Creek Campground has 9 campsites. It is located on a south-facing
hillside, without much shade, about 1/4 mile from the East Fork of Hermosa
Creek.

For specific information on open/close dates and services, check out the SJNF
Campground Status page.

<p>Sig Creek Campground has&nbsp;9 campsites. It is located on a south-facing hillside, without much shade, about 1/4 mile from the East Fork of Hermosa Creek.</p><p>For specific&nbsp;information on open/close dates and services, check out the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/sanjuan/alerts-notices/?cid=STELPRDB5362505">SJNF Campground Status page</a>.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Sig Creek Campground

## Overview

Haviland Lake Campground is situated on its beautiful namesake within the San
Juan National Forest, 18 miles north of Durango. Visitors enjoy the area for
its canoeing, fishing and hiking opportunities in a scenic, natural setting.
The popular campground is beautiful any time of the year.

## Recreation

Haviland Lake is an 80-acre, no-wake lake with excellent boating, canoeing and
fishing opportunities. An accessible fishing dock is located on the lakeshore.
Anglers cast for rainbow and brown trout. A Colorado Division of Wildlife
fishing license is required to fish.  
  
Several trailheads are in the vicinity. The Forebay Lake Trail begins in the
campground and leads to small Forebay Lake, just over a mile east of the
campground.  
  
The historic Rico-to-Rockwood Wagon Road passes through Haviland and Chris
Park. Built in the late 1800s, the road was used for six years until the
railway opened.

## Facilities

The campground offers single- and double-family sites, many of which have
electric hookups. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are
accessible vault toilets and drinking water.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the shore of Haviland Lake, among shady,
towering ponderosa pines, at an elevation of 8,705 feet. Many sites have lake
views and easy shoreline access. Campers are awarded spectacular views of the
Hermosa Cliffs across the lake.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Haviland Lake Campground is situated on its beautiful namesake within the San Juan National Forest, 18 miles north of Durango. Visitors enjoy the area for its canoeing, fishing and hiking opportunities in a scenic, natural setting. The popular campground is beautiful any time of the year. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Haviland Lake is an 80-acre, no-wake lake with excellent boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. An accessible fishing dock is located on the lakeshore. Anglers cast for rainbow and brown trout. A Colorado Division of Wildlife fishing license is required to fish.<br/>
<br/>
Several trailheads are in the vicinity. The Forebay Lake Trail begins in the campground and leads to small Forebay Lake, just over a mile east of the campground. <br/>
<br/>
The historic Rico-to-Rockwood Wagon Road passes through Haviland and Chris Park. Built in the late 1800s, the road was used for six years until the railway opened.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers single- and double-family sites, many of which have electric hookups. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are accessible vault toilets and drinking water.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the shore of Haviland Lake, among shady, towering ponderosa pines, at an elevation of 8,705 feet. Many sites have lake views and easy shoreline access. Campers are awarded spectacular views of the Hermosa Cliffs across the lake. 
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

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Haviland Lake Campground

## Overview

Chris Park is located near Haviland Lake in southwestern Colorado, 18 miles
north of Durango. Visitors enjoy the area for its hiking, canoeing and fishing
opportunities.

## Recreation

Several trailheads are in the vicinity, including Forebay, Goulding, Elbert
Creek and Purgatory Flats. The historic Rico-to-Rockwood Wagon Road passes
through Chris Park. Built in the late 1800s, the road was used for six years
until the railway opened.

## Facilities

The campground offers three group sites. Sites 1 and 2 can accommodate up to
75 people each. Site 3 can accommodate up to 150 people, and includes a picnic
shelter with electricity and grills. A volleyball court is located near this
site as well. Picnic tables and campfire rings provided, as are vault toilets
and drinking water.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a mostly flat, open area, shaded by scattered
ponderosa pine trees. Haviland Lake is a short drive from the site.

## Nearby Attractions

Beautiful Haviland Lake is less than two miles from the campground. The
80-acre, no-wake lake offers boating, canoeing and fishing. Accessible fishing
docks are located on the lakeshore.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Charges & Cancellations

Group Sites

Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group
overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will
pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Chris Park is located near Haviland Lake in southwestern Colorado, 18 miles north of Durango. Visitors enjoy the area for its hiking, canoeing and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Several trailheads are in the vicinity, including Forebay, Goulding, Elbert Creek and Purgatory Flats. The historic Rico-to-Rockwood Wagon Road passes through Chris Park. Built in the late 1800s, the road was used for six years until the railway opened.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers three group sites. Sites 1 and 2 can accommodate up to 75 people each. Site 3 can accommodate up to 150 people, and includes a picnic shelter with electricity and grills. A volleyball court is located near this site as well. Picnic tables and campfire rings provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a mostly flat, open area, shaded by scattered ponderosa pine trees. Haviland Lake is a short drive from the site. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Beautiful Haviland Lake is less than two miles from the campground. The 80-acre, no-wake lake offers boating, canoeing and fishing. Accessible fishing docks are located on the lakeshore.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Group Sites</p>
<p>Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Grill area/ picnic shelter/palyfield in background

CHRIS PARK grill area

CHRIS PARK

CHRIS PARK Entrance to Group Site #3

CHRIS PARK one of the firepit areas

CHRIS PARK Picnic Shelter

CHRIS PARK Group Site #1

CHRIS PARK Group Site #2

Chris Park

## Overview

Cayton Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145)
and the Dolores River. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, hiking
and scenic driving opportunities.

## Recreation

The Dolores River is a popular fishing destination that can often be crowded
on summer weekends. Anglers will find rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout.  
  
The area boasts some excellent trails. The Colorado Trail follows the ridge
across Bolam Pass. The Lizard Head and Cross Mountain Trails near Lizard Head
Pass lead to alpine basins surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks.  
  
The Barlow Creek Road continues past the campground and crosses Bolam Pass
with spectacular views. Road conditions near the pass often limit travel to
four-wheel drive vehicles. The route eventually connects with the Hermosa Park
Road, behind Durango Mountain Resort, and leads to U.S. Highway 550.

## Facilities

The campground offers 27 single-family campsites, many of which are situated
along the river. Eighteen sites offer electric hookups. Each site is equipped
with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and a
dump station are provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated near the banks of the Dolores River, in a grassy
meadow surrounded by fir and aspen trees. At an elevation of 9,400 feet,
campers should expect cool evenings.

## Nearby Attractions

The Priest Gulch Trailhead, 11 miles southwest of Rico, leads to the alpine
country west of the campground. The Bear Creek Trail, 14 miles south of Rico,
heads southeast into the La Plata Mountains. Other nearby trails include the
Calico National Recreation Trail and the Rico-Silverton Trail.  
  
Highway 145, which runs between the campground and Telluride, offers some of
the most majestic scenery along the San Juan Skyway, including views of the
"14ers," which are peaks over 14,000 feet.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cayton Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145) and the Dolores River. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Dolores River is a popular fishing destination that can often be crowded on summer weekends. Anglers will find rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout.<br/>
<br/>
The area boasts some excellent trails. The Colorado Trail follows the ridge across Bolam Pass. The Lizard Head and Cross Mountain Trails near Lizard Head Pass lead to alpine basins surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks.<br/>
<br/>
The Barlow Creek Road continues past the campground and crosses Bolam Pass with spectacular views. Road conditions near the pass often limit travel to four-wheel drive vehicles. The route eventually connects with the Hermosa Park Road, behind Durango Mountain Resort, and leads to U.S. Highway 550.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 27 single-family campsites, many of which are situated along the river. Eighteen sites offer electric hookups. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and a dump station are provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated near the banks of the Dolores River, in a grassy meadow surrounded by fir and aspen trees. At an elevation of 9,400 feet, campers should expect cool evenings.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Priest Gulch Trailhead, 11 miles southwest of Rico, leads to the alpine country west of the campground. The Bear Creek Trail, 14 miles south of Rico, heads southeast into the La Plata Mountains. Other nearby trails include the Calico National Recreation Trail and the Rico-Silverton Trail.<br/>
<br/>
Highway 145, which runs between the campground and Telluride, offers some of the most majestic scenery along the San Juan Skyway, including views of the "<a href="http://www.14ers.com/" rel="nofollow">14ers</a>," which are peaks over 14,000 feet.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

SAN JUAN - CAYTON CAMPGROUND

CAYTON CAMPGROUND

Cayton Campground

The Lower Hermosa Campground has 19 sites. Although horses are not allowed in
the campground, the adjacent Lower Hermosa Creek Trailhead has an area with a
horse corral for overnight horse camping, as well as hitching posts. The
parking lot is large enough for vehicles and horse trailers.

Services include vault toliet, trash pickup, campfire grates, and picnic
tables. Bear-safe food storage is recommended. _**Please note, there is no
water available at this campground.**_

<p>The Lower Hermosa Campground has 19 sites. Although horses are not allowed in the&nbsp;campground, the adjacent Lower Hermosa Creek Trailhead&nbsp;has an&nbsp;area with a horse corral for overnight horse camping, as well as&nbsp;hitching posts. The parking lot is large enough for vehicles and horse trailers.</p><p>Services include vault toliet, trash pickup, campfire grates, and picnic tables. Bear-safe food storage is recommended.&nbsp;<em><strong>Please note, there is no water available at this campground.</strong></em>&nbsp;</p>

Lower Hermosa Campground

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Facilities

South Mineral Campground, located along South Mineral Creek, is one of the
most popular campgrounds in the San Juan National Forest. The campground has
26 sites,_all of which are first-come, first-serve_. Most campsites are shaded
and well-spaced thanks to spruce and fir trees. Some sites are handicapped
accessible. Some sites have large parking areas.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>South Mineral Campground, located along South Mineral Creek, is one of the most popular campgrounds in the San Juan National Forest. The campground has 26 sites,<em> all of which are first-come, first-serve</em>.  Most campsites are shaded and well-spaced thanks to spruce and fir trees. Some sites are handicapped accessible.  Some sites have large parking areas.</p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

South Mineral Creek running behind campground wiht mountains in the background

Campsite with picnic table and fire ring and view of mountain

Campsite with picnic table and fire ring surrounded by tall pines in the shade

Entrance sign to South Mineral Campground with a mountain in the background

Campsite with fire ring and picnic table and mountains views

South Mineral

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Facilities

Two miles northeast of Dunton, Burro Bridge is one of three campgrounds along
the West Dolores Road (Forest Rd. 535). The campground has 14 sites with a few
shade trees on a sloping hillside above the West Dolores River.

The campground provides easy access to the Lizard Head Wilderness, but not
easy access to the water.

Services include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire grates. _No trash
service is available._

This campground provides limited services from late September through October.
Between October and May there are no services (water, trash pick up or
restrooms). Please keep the campground clean and pack out any trash!

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Two miles northeast of Dunton, Burro Bridge is one of three campgrounds along the West Dolores Road (Forest Rd. 535). The campground has 14 sites with a few shade trees on a sloping hillside above the West Dolores River. </p><p>The campground provides easy access to the Lizard Head Wilderness, but not easy access to the water. </p><p>Services include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire grates. <em>No trash service is available.</em></p><p>This campground provides limited services from late September through October. Between October and May there are no services (water, trash pick up or restrooms). Please keep the campground clean and pack out any trash!</p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Burro Bridge

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Facilities

Transfer Park Campground was a historic tranfer station for ore and supplies
between pack mules and wagons in the mining era. The campground is 1 mile past
Florida Campground with 11 shaded acres above the Florida River. Two loops
have 25 sites with shade and sun, and large, open play areas. The upper loop
is mostly level, with several larger sites. The lower loop is near the river
and has 2 larger sites, a few short pull-throughs, and several tent spots.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Transfer Park Campground was a historic tranfer station for ore and supplies between pack mules and wagons in the mining era. The campground is 1 mile past Florida Campground with 11 shaded acres above the Florida River. Two loops have 25 sites with shade and sun, and large, open play areas. The upper loop is mostly level, with several larger sites. The lower loop is near the river and has 2 larger sites, a few short pull-throughs, and several tent spots. </p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Canyon on Florida River near double site

Transfer Park Campground Entrance

Transfer Park Campground Picnic Area

Transfer Park Campground Bathroom

Transfer Park Campground Picnic Area,

Transfer Park Campground Bathroom,

Entrance

Campsite with picnic table and fire ring at Transfer Park

Transfer park campground enterance sign

Transfer Park Campground

Transfer Park Campground is only 1 mile past Florida Campground, with 11
shaded acres above the Florida River. Two loops have 25 sites with shade and
sun, and large, open play areas. The upper loop is mostly level, with several
larger sites. The lower loop is near the river and has 2 larger sites, a few
short pull-throughs, and several tent spots. Parking for the Burnt Timber
Trail is near the campground.

Services include water, trash pickup, fire grates, picnic tables, and pit
toilets. Bear-safe food storage is recommended. Between September and May this
campground has no services (water, electric, trash pick up or rest rooms).
Please keep them clean and pack it out.

<p>Transfer Park Campground is only 1 mile past Florida Campground, with 11 shaded acres above the Florida River. Two loops have 25 sites with shade and sun, and large, open play areas. The upper loop is mostly level, with several larger sites. The lower loop is near the river and has 2 larger sites, a few short pull-throughs, and several tent spots. Parking for the Burnt Timber Trail is near the campground. </p><p>Services include water, trash pickup, fire grates, picnic tables, and pit toilets. Bear-safe food storage is recommended. Between September and May this campground has no services (water, electric, trash pick up or rest rooms). Please keep them clean and pack it out. </p>

## Overview

Florida Campground is located near the north end of Lemon Reservoir, in
southwestern Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, trail
opportunities and scenic natural setting.

## Recreation

The Florida River is well known for its rainbow and brown trout fishing, but
the river runs through much private land, so anglers should be careful not to
trespass.  
  
Hiking and biking are popular activities in the area. The Burnt Timber Trail
No. 667 begins at Transfer Park, about a mile north of the campground.  
  
The East Florida Road (Forest Road 597) winds steeply uphill past the
campground. Lost Lake and Stump Lake Trails begin along this road, offering
short, easy hikes to backcountry lakes.  
  
The surrounding area is open to public hunting. Deer, elk and small game such
as rabbits and grouse inhabit the forest.

## Facilities

The campground offers one group site, equipped with picnic and serving tables,
as well as campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are
provided.

There are also 20 first come first served campsites here.

## Natural Features

This lightly used campground is situated in a shady forest of Colorado blue
spruce, Douglas fir and aspen trees. The swift Florida River flows next to the
campground.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Lemon Reservoir is about three miles from the campground, offering boating,
water skiing and fishing opportunities. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow
trout and kokanee salmon. Many visitors take advantage of Colorado's Free
Fishing Days, held annually the first full weekend of June.  
  
Young's Canyon Trail No. 546 begins at the north end of the reservoir. Hikers
must cross the Florida River to access the trail; crossing is tricky during
high water. The trail is very popular during hunting season.

## Charges & Cancellations

Group Sites

Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group
overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will
pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Florida Campground is located near the north end of Lemon Reservoir, in southwestern Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, trail opportunities and scenic natural setting.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Florida River is well known for its rainbow and brown trout fishing, but the river runs through much private land, so anglers should be careful not to trespass.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking and biking are popular activities in the area. The Burnt Timber Trail No. 667 begins at Transfer Park, about a mile north of the campground. <br/>
<br/>
The East Florida Road (Forest Road 597) winds steeply uphill past the campground. Lost Lake and Stump Lake Trails begin along this road, offering short, easy hikes to backcountry lakes.<br/>
<br/>
The surrounding area is open to public hunting. Deer, elk and small game such as rabbits and grouse inhabit the forest.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers one group site, equipped with picnic and serving tables, as well as campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.</p><p>There are also 20 first come first served campsites here.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
This lightly used campground is situated in a shady forest of Colorado blue spruce, Douglas fir and aspen trees. The swift Florida River flows next to the campground.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Lemon Reservoir is about three miles from the campground, offering boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. Many visitors take advantage of Colorado's Free Fishing Days, held annually the first full weekend of June.<br/>
<br/>
Young's Canyon Trail No. 546 begins at the north end of the reservoir. Hikers must cross the Florida River to access the trail; crossing is tricky during high water. The trail is very popular during hunting season.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Group Sites</p>
<p>Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

First-come Family camp site located along Florida River with picnic table and fire ring

FLORIDA CAMPGROUND (CO)

First-come pull-thru site with picnic table and fire ring

Florida offers several first-come single camp sites, some double sites, and one reservation only group site

Group camping area with Pavilion is reservation only

Florida Campground (Co)

## Overview

The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower is named after an early cattleman who ran Jersey
cattle in the area. Today, cattle are still grazed in the area under permit.
Many nearby trails were established by loggers seeking timber or by miners
accessing hard-rock ore deposits in the La Plata (Spanish for silver)
Mountains. Hesperus Peak, a sacred mountain to the Navajo Nation, is visible,
as is Sleeping Ute Mountain of the Four Corners. The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower
was home to U.S. Forest Service fire lookouts from the 1940s to 1970s.

The tower was renovated and saved from demolition in 1991 by the Jersey Jim
Foundation, a nonprofit local volunteer organization, which operates and
maintains the tower under permit with the San Juan National Forest. Rental
income is earmarked for maintenance of the facility to offer this unique
experience to the American public.

The Tower cab includes the original furniture and propane heating and
lighting. However, there is no electricity or running water. A sink, propane
refrigerator, and oven/stove are in the kitchen area. Guests must bring their
own supplies. The dining table seats four, and there’s a double bed, and
dresser. With windows all round, views are 360 degrees.

In the middle of the cab is the historic fire finder, which early lookouts
used to spot fires, and which you can use to orient yourself to surrounding
landmarks. In the cabinet below are materials offering information about the
tower and the area.

## Nearby Attractions

Mesa Verde National Park, Durango to Silverton Railroad, Anazasi Heritage
Center, Four Corners Monument

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower is named after an early cattleman who ran Jersey cattle in the area. Today, cattle are still grazed in the area under permit. Many nearby trails were established by loggers seeking timber or by miners accessing hard-rock ore deposits in the La Plata (Spanish for silver) Mountains. Hesperus Peak, a sacred mountain to the Navajo Nation, is visible, as is Sleeping Ute Mountain of the Four Corners. The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower was home to U.S. Forest Service fire lookouts from the 1940s to 1970s.</p><p>The tower was renovated and saved from demolition in 1991 by the Jersey Jim Foundation, a nonprofit local volunteer organization, which operates and maintains the tower under permit with the San Juan National Forest. Rental income is earmarked for maintenance of the facility to offer this unique experience to the American public.</p><p>The Tower cab includes the original furniture and propane heating and lighting. However, there is no electricity or running water. A sink, propane refrigerator, and oven/stove are in the kitchen area. Guests must bring their own supplies. The dining table seats four, and there’s a double bed, and dresser. With windows all round, views are 360 degrees.</p><p>In the middle of the cab is the historic fire finder, which early lookouts used to spot fires, and which you can use to orient yourself to surrounding landmarks. In the cabinet below are materials offering information about the tower and the area.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Mesa Verde National Park, Durango to Silverton Railroad, Anazasi Heritage Center, Four Corners Monument</p>

Pic looking up of the fire tower

Tower from the ground that is further away

Tower from on the ground

compass to navigate to a fire that is the tower.

Fire tower compass

Jersey Jim Fire Tower

Live a little bit of history and enjoy an incredible view in Southwestern
Colorado with an one- or two-night stay at the Jersey Jim Fire Lookout Tower.
Formerly used to detect fires, the live-in tower rises from an aspen-lined
meadow in the San Juan National Forest at almost 10,000 feet above sea level.

**History:  **The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower is named after an early cattleman
who ran Jersey cattle in the area. Today, cattle are still grazed in the area
under permit. Many nearby trails were established by loggers seeking timber or
by miners accessing hard-rock ore deposits in the La Plata (Spanish for
silver) Mountains. Hesperus Peak, a sacred mountain to the Navajo Nation, is
visible, as is Sleeping Ute Mountain of the Four Corners. The Jersey Jim
Lookout Tower was home to U.S. Forest Service fire lookouts from the 1940s to
1970s. Historic log books chronicle their experiences. Check out the: 1938
Lookout Cookbook

The tower was renovated and saved from demolition in 1991 by the Jersey Jim
Foundation, a nonprofit local volunteer organization, which operates and
maintains the tower under permit with the San Juan National Forest. Rental
income is earmarked for maintenance of the facility to offer this unique
experience to the American public.

**What to Expect:  **The Tower cab includes the original furniture and propane
heating and lighting. However, there is no electricity or running water. A
sink, propane refrigerator, and oven/stove are in the kitchen area. Guests
must bring their own supplies. The dining table seats four, and there's a
double bed, and dresser. With windows all round, views are 360 degrees.

In the middle of the cab is the historic fire finder, which early lookouts
used to spot fires, and which you can use to orient yourself to surrounding
landmarks. In the cabinet below are materials offering information about the
tower and the area.

  
**Nearby attractions** : Popular trails on the San Juan National Forest, which
are accessible from Forest Road #561, include the Sharkstooth, Gold Run,
Transfer, West Mancos Canyon, Box Canyon, Chicken Creek, and Aspen Loop
trails. As you drive up, you will be following the western slope of the La
Plata Mountains. At the Transfer Campground, you may want to make a stop at
the West Mancos Canyon Overlook to take in the view or walk the nearby Big Al
Trail, which leads to a deck overlooking the same canyon.

**Correspondence and Contributions can be mailed to:** Jersey Jim Foundation
P.O. Box 1032 Mancos, CO 81328

<p>Live a little bit of history and enjoy an incredible view in Southwestern Colorado with an&nbsp;one-&nbsp;or two-night stay at the <a href="https://jerseyjimfoundation.org/">Jersey Jim Fire Lookout Tower</a>. Formerly used to detect fires, the live-in tower rises from an aspen-lined meadow in the San Juan National Forest at almost 10,000 feet above sea level.</p><p><strong>History:&nbsp;</strong>The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower is named after an early cattleman who ran Jersey cattle in the area. Today, cattle are still grazed in the area under permit. Many nearby trails were established by loggers seeking timber or by miners accessing hard-rock ore deposits in the La Plata (Spanish for silver) Mountains. Hesperus Peak, a sacred mountain to the Navajo Nation, is visible, as is Sleeping Ute Mountain of the Four Corners. The Jersey Jim Lookout Tower was home to U.S. Forest Service fire lookouts from the 1940s to 1970s. Historic log books chronicle their experiences. Check out the:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5202064.pdf">1938 Lookout Cookbook</a>&nbsp;</p><p>The tower was renovated and saved from demolition in 1991 by the Jersey Jim Foundation, a nonprofit local volunteer organization, which operates and maintains the tower under permit with the San Juan National Forest. Rental income is earmarked for maintenance of the facility to offer this unique experience to the American public.</p><p><strong>What to Expect:&nbsp;</strong>The Tower cab includes the original furniture and propane heating and lighting. However, there is no electricity or running water.&nbsp;A sink, propane refrigerator, and oven/stove are in the kitchen area. Guests must bring their own supplies.&nbsp;The dining table seats four, and there&rsquo;s a double bed, and dresser. With windows all round, views are 360 degrees.</p><p>In the middle of the cab is the historic fire finder, which early lookouts used to spot fires, and which you can use to orient yourself to surrounding landmarks. In the cabinet below are materials offering information about the tower and the area.</p><p><br /><strong>Nearby attractions</strong>: Popular trails on the San Juan National Forest, which are accessible from Forest Road #561, include the Sharkstooth, Gold Run, Transfer, West Mancos Canyon, Box Canyon, Chicken Creek, and Aspen Loop trails. As you drive up, you will be following the western slope of the La Plata Mountains. At the Transfer Campground, you may want to make a stop at the West Mancos Canyon Overlook to take in the view or walk the nearby Big Al Trail, which leads to a deck overlooking the same canyon.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Correspondence and Contributions can be mailed to: </strong>Jersey Jim Foundation P.O. Box 1032 Mancos, CO 81328</p>

$50 / night. Rental fees are used to maintain the facility. Additional
contributions are welcomed.

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