Junction Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May through September, with specific dates varying by year. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov.
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.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the public health and safety in the Rocky Mountain Region. This Order is supplemental to and does not rescind or replace those restrictions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A, or any Forest Supervisor Order issued under 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart B.
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
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R.
Dolores River Restoration Project Closure Order
The Dolores Ranger District has issued a Forest Closure Order for Dolores River Restoration Project located on "The Beach" for the construction of instream structures and bank improvements.
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.
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.
McPhee Reservoir Prohibitions
The following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands and waters on the Dolores Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest:
Mancos/Dolores Camping Restrictions
The following are prohibited on the National Forest System Lands on the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District, San Juan National Forest.
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.
About
Junction Creek Campground is an established Forest Service campground located just 5 miles northwest of Durango in the San Juan National Forest. The campground features 44 campsites spread across four loops nestled amongst ponderosa pines and Gambel oak at 7,300 feet elevation. Of these sites, 29 are reservable and 14 offer electrical hookups. The campground also includes one group site that can accommodate up to 50 people. The campground's location makes it an ideal base camp for exploring the area's extensive trail systems. The Junction Creek Trail, which serves as the western terminus of the 567-mile Colorado Trail to Denver, begins near the campground entrance. This trail meanders along Junction Creek as it rises through subalpine forests and alpine meadows. Mountain biking is extremely popular on both the Colorado Trail and the nearby Logchute Trail System. Junction Creek itself offers fishing opportunities for rainbow and brook trout, with better chances upstream from the campground. The facility includes a separate day-use area with one reservable group picnic site accommodating up to 65 people, complete with a pavilion, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, and electrical hookups. One family picnic site is also available first-come, first-served. The campground is situated on a south-facing hillside, positioned a quarter-mile above Junction Creek. Durango is just minutes away, offering additional amenities, dining, shopping, and attractions like the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Haviland Lake, a 35-minute drive away, provides additional boating and fishing opportunities.
Directions
From Durango, travel to North Main and turn west on 25th Street (across from the La Plata County Fairgrounds). 25th Street turns into Junction Road, then Junction Creek Road. Follow this road approximately 5.5 miles to the campground entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $64 - $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 65ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| mandy@rockymountainrec.com | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 247-4874 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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