Cimarrona
Open for the season with full services. All 21 sites are first-come, first-served at $28 per night. From late September through October, limited services are available at half-price fees. The campground closes for services November through May.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Cimarrona Campground is located in the San Juan National Forest at the end of Forest Road 640, above Williams Creek Reservoir. The campground sits alongside Cimarrona Creek with views across meadows toward the reservoir. All 21 sites are available first-come, first-served, with a mix of sunny and shaded options. Several sites can accommodate larger RVs up to 35 feet, though no hookups are available. Facilities include potable water, two vault toilets, picnic tables at each site, fire grates, and trash pickup. The campground is adjacent to the Cimarrona Trailhead, providing access to hiking in the surrounding wilderness. Creek fishing is a short walk away, and Williams Creek Reservoir offers both motorized and non-motorized boating opportunities. The campground operates from May through September at full services. From late September through October, limited services are available at half-price fees. Between November and May, the campground remains open but with no services including no water, trash pickup, or restroom access. Quiet hours are 10pm to 6am, and generator use is limited to one hour at a time.
Directions
From Pagosa Springs, CO: Travel about 15.5 miles on Piedra Road. Continue on FR 631 for about 6 miles. Turn right onto FR 640 for 4 miles to the campground entrance. Located 2.3 miles north of Teal Campground on Forest Road 640, above Williams Creek Reservoir.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $27 - $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.PagosaRD@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 264-2268 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| San Juan NF - Cimarrona Campground |
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