House Creek
Open for the 2026 season but currently operating without electricity and water due to repairs. Crews are working to restore utilities. The dump station is closed; nearest alternatives are in Durango and Cortez. Season runs May through September.
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.
From Recreation.gov
**House Creek Campground will open on Friday, May 8th without electricity and water. Please plan accordingly for this temporary loss of utilities. Crews are working to make repairs as soon as possible.**
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.
About
House Creek Campground is located on the shores of McPhee Reservoir, the largest lake in San Juan National Forest and second-largest in Colorado. The campground sits in a gently sloping meadow near the reservoir's high-water line. Expect little shade and hot conditions during summer months. The facility was recently renovated and features 22 campsites arranged in three loops, with 12 reservable sites, 10 first-come-first-served sites, and one group site. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, trash service, picnic tables, fire grates, and a sanitary dump station. Some sites offer electric hookups for an additional fee. A four-lane boat ramp provides direct lake access. The Four Corners region surrounding the campground contains over 4,000 archaeological sites. Anasazi Heritage Center is 30 minutes away, Mesa Verde National Park is 90 minutes south, and Canyon of the Ancients and Hovenweep National Monument are within two hours.
Directions
From Dolores, turn left on 11th Street then continue on Dolores-Norwood Road (Forest Road 526) for approximately 7 miles. Turn left (southwest) on House Creek Road (Forest Road 528) and drive approximately 6 miles. The road dead-ends at the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $32 - $125 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 882-7296 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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