Campground Camping
The Forest has 33 campgrounds with 651 individual sites. The majority of the campgrounds are operated by a private concessionaire operator that is permitted by the RGNF. Some campgrounds have on-site hosts. While electric, sewer, and water hook-ups and showers are not available, most campgrounds have potable water and vault toilets. Eight of the campgrounds have sites that can be reserved.
Campground reservations may be made through Recreation.gov at 1-877-444-6777 or online at http://www.recreation.gov. Reservations are recommended for holiday weekends.
- Camping is limited to 14 days in a 30-day period.
- Dogs must be on a leash in the campgrounds, under voice command everywhere else, must not chase wildlife and you must clean up after them.
Helpful Information
Check out these camping brochures for each Ranger District.
Conejos Peak District Camping Brochure
Check out: 11am Check in: 2pm
Generator hours: 6am to 10pm
Site capacity: up to 8 people, 2-3 tents and tents must fit within established camping pad, vehicles and trailers must fit on spur length.
Electric, sewer, and water hook-ups & showers are not available. Some campgrounds have potable water and most have vault toilets. There is a 14-day stay limit for all camping on the Rio Grande National Forest. Dogs must be on a leash in the campground.
Campgrounds are generally open May-Sept. Some campgrounds are open year round but may have limited services or access. Check the campground guides or contact the district office for up to date information.
To make a reservation vist recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Site reservations may be made up to six months in advance.
Many of our forest campgrounds have first-come, first-serve sites. Visit the campground to see if any sites are available. If a site is not occupied you may camp and pay any applicable fees. If there are no open sites, you will need to visit another campground.