SAN JUAN - MAVREESO

Mavreeso Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May through September. Reservations 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.

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.

McPhee Park Road Closure Order

The purpose of this order is to protect natural resources.

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

Mavreeso Campground stretches along the banks of the West Dolores River in San Juan National Forest, offering 19 beautifully situated campsites at 7,600 feet elevation. The campground is shaded by a forest of spruce, ponderosa pine, and Douglas fir, with many sites positioned directly along the river. It features 12 reservable sites and 5 sites with electrical hookups, plus one group site that accommodates up to 18 people without RV or trailer access. The West Dolores River provides excellent fishing opportunities for brown, rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout, with dedicated parking for anglers near the campground. Mountain biking is permitted on Forest Roads 532 and 535, and Forest Service Trail 624 begins two miles south of the campground. The area offers access to the backcountry, with the West Dolores Road continuing almost to the river's headwaters in the Lizard Head Wilderness. Southwestern Colorado's Four Corners region surrounds the campground, containing over 4,000 archaeological sites and 600 cliff dwellings. Mesa Verde National Park is within day-trip distance, as are the Anasazi Heritage Center in Dolores, Canyon of the Ancients, and Hovenweep National Monument. The historic mining town of Dunton Hot Springs lies 15 miles north.

Directions

From Dolores, head north on Highway 145 for approximately 13 miles. Turn left onto West Dolores Road (Forest Road 535) and continue for approximately 6 miles. Campground is on your right. Note: The road has a gravel surface. The last 6 miles of FR 535 are steep, narrow, and not recommended for trailers.

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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 $32 - $115

Vehicle

Max RV Length 60ft
Max Trailer Length 60ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email mandy@rockymountainrec.com
Phone +1 (970) 882-7296

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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