Luders Creek Campground
Open for the 2026 season from May 19 through November 19. First-come, first-served only; no reservations. No potable water available. Pack-in/pack-out trash policy.
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.
About
Luders Creek Campground offers a quiet, lightly-used retreat in the Rio Grande National Forest at an elevation of approximately 10,000 feet. The small campground has just 5 sites, 3 of which are pull-through, set among Engelmann Spruce and quaking Aspen. Three horse corrals accommodate equestrian campers, though narrow parking means large horse trailers should be parked in the adjacent meadow near the corrals. The area is popular during big game hunting season and provides access to mountain biking and 4WD roads. The Continental Divide Trail lies just 1 mile west near Cochetopa Pass. The road to the campground follows one of the famous toll roads built by Otto Mears in 1876. This is bear country, so proper food storage is required. No potable water is available; creek water must be purified. Campfires are permitted only in designated fire rings and must be dead out and cold to touch before leaving. Dogs must be kept on a 6-foot leash.
Directions
From Saguache, Colorado: Take Colorado Highway 114 northwest for 22 miles. Turn onto Forest Road 750 (County Road NN 14) and continue west/northwest for 11 miles to Luders Creek Campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (719) 655-2547 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Luders Creek Campground |
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