Florida Campground
Open May through September. Individual sites are first-come, first-served; only the group site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Between September and May, no services are available (water, trash pickup, or restrooms).
Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 9:24PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
At 924 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15 miles south of Mancos, or 26 miles north of Farmington, moving west at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Mesa Verde Natl Park.
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
Florida Campground is a lightly used forest campground situated along the Florida River near the north end of Lemon Reservoir in southwestern Colorado. The 20 individual campsites nestle among Colorado blue spruce, Douglas fir, and aspen trees, providing well-shaded riverside camping. All individual sites operate first-come, first-served with vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire grates at each site. A few short pull-through and back-in sites can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet. The Florida River offers rainbow and brown trout fishing, though anglers should note that much of the river passes through private land. Lemon Reservoir, about 3 miles south, provides boating, water skiing, and fishing for rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. Hiking options include the Burnt Timber Trail starting at Transfer Park (1 mile north) and the Lost Lake and Stump Lake trails accessed via East Florida Road. A reservable group site beyond the regular camping area accommodates up to 75 people with 6 double tables, a buffet table, and 4 fire grates. Between September and May, water, trash pickup, and restrooms are unavailable. Private property borders the south side of the campground.
Directions
From Durango: Travel about 13 miles on Florida Road (County Road 240), continue straight on County Road 243 approximately 6 miles to the campground entrance. From Bayfield: Travel 9 miles north on County Road 501, then 3 miles northwest on County Road 240, and 6 miles north on County Road 243 to the campground entrance.
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 | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 884-2512 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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