East Fork Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates May through September.
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.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Falls Creek Closure Area, Camping, and Motor Vehicle Travel Restrictions
This San Juan National Forest forest order describes closure areas, as well as camping and motor vehicle travel restrictions in the Falls Creek.
West Fork Road and Bridge Closure Order
The Pagosa Ranger District's West Fork Bridge is closed by Forest Order due to damage during the October 2025 flood events. Forest Road 648 (West Fork) is closed at location identified by this order.
Multiple roads and trails damaged by flooding on SJNF
In early October, severe flooding events created ongoing safety and access concerns for Forest users on the Columbine and Pagosa Ranger Districts of the San Juan National Forest. Available forest employees are assessing the many roads, trails, bridges, and other infrastructure that was damaged or…
Lemon Reservoir Restrictions
The following act is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands and waters on the Columbine Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest:
Cascade Flume Safety Closure
Area closure: The purpose of this Order is for public health and safety during the Cascade Tacoma Flume repair. The recent failure of the flume resulted in infrastructure damage and a landslide that has destabilized the Described Area. Concerns for public safety include loose debris, continuing…
McPhee Reservoir Prohibitions
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the infestation of aquatic nuisance species.
Mancos/Dolores Camping Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and natural resources.
Forest Orders
Visit our Forest Order page for a list of all the current Forest Orders: Closures, Fire Restrictions, and Camping, Occupancy, and Use Restrictions.Forest and Regional orders are generally temporary in nature and are designed to protect public safety and our natural resource. After review, Regional…
About
East Fork Campground is located on a ridge above the East Fork of the San Juan River in San Juan National Forest, approximately 11 miles northeast of Pagosa Springs just off Highway 160. At an elevation of 7,700 feet, this campground tends to be warmer than many surrounding higher-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campground features 26 single-family campsites, with 17 sites available for advance reservation through Recreation.gov and 9 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Several sites offer views of the river below, though it's a considerable distance down the hillside. A few level pull-through sites accommodate RVs up to 35 feet. The campground is shaded by a forest of ponderosa pine and gambel oak trees, providing a pleasant setting for summer camping. Recreational opportunities include fishing in the East Fork upstream from the campground, with short but steep trails leading down from the ridge to the riverbanks. Hikers can access the Coal Creek Trail and Quartz Ridge Trail from trailheads at Sand Creek, located 2-5 miles beyond the campground. Nearby attractions include Silver Falls, accessible by a short trail a few miles up East Fork Road, and Treasure Falls, an impressive 100-foot waterfall located about five miles from the campground just off Highway 160. The upper section of East Fork Road beyond its junction with Forest Road 684 requires 4WD and is popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts traveling to Elwood Pass.
Directions
From downtown Pagosa Springs, travel 11 miles east on Highway 160 to the junction with East Fork Road (Forest Road 667). Turn right and continue less than a mile to the campground on the right.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 264-5255 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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