Miller Creek
Currently closed for the season. Opens around late May 2026 and operates through September. First-come, first-served only. No services available between October and May.
Fire Weather Watch issued June 30 at 1:19PM MDT until July 2 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 295 Southwest Colorado Upper East Forecast Area. * TIMING...From Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
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
Miller Creek Campground is located at the confluence of Miller Creek and Lemon Reservoir in the San Juan National Forest near Durango, Colorado. The campground features 12 sites with options for sun or shade, and five sites share a larger parking area. A concrete boat ramp at the north end provides direct access to the reservoir for fishing and boating. Amenities during the operating season include potable water, two vault toilets, fire grates, picnic tables, and trash pickup. Bear-safe food storage is recommended. A shady roadside picnic area with four tables is available for day use. RVs up to 45 feet can be accommodated, and sites can be leveled without much difficulty, though all vehicles must fit within parking spurs as no overflow parking exists. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis from late May through September. Sites cost $30 per night with a maximum occupancy of eight people. Services including water, trash pickup, and restrooms are not available between October and May.
Directions
From Durango, CO: Travel about 13 miles on Florida Road (County Road 240). Continue straight on County Road 243 approximately 3.5 miles to the campground entrance. From Bayfield, CO: Travel 9.0 miles north on County Road 501, then 3.0 miles northwest on County Road 240, and finally 3.5 miles north on County Road 243 to the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 884-2512 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Miller Creek Campground |
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