Mogote
Currently closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day weekend (May 22, 2026) and operates through the second Monday of September. Reservations available via Recreation.gov; some first-come, first-served sites also available.
Frost Advisory issued October 9 at 1:58AM MDT until October 9 at 9:00AM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...The Southern San Luis Valley. * WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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
Mogote Campground occupies a scenic stretch of the Conejos River valley in Rio Grande National Forest, offering campers direct access to one of Colorado's premier Gold Medal trout fisheries. The campground sits at 8,400 feet elevation and is divided into two loops: the upper loop set back among the trees, and the lower loop positioned directly along the fast-moving river where many sites offer waterfront views. The 40 campsites include 21 pull-through sites, making it accessible for RVs and trailers. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground provides drinking water via hydrants, vault toilets (including an accessible facility in the upper loop), and trash receptacles. No electric hookups are available. Popular activities include fishing for rainbow and brown trout, hiking the 15-mile Elk Creek Trail or the 10.9-mile South Fork Conejos Trail, and day trips on the nearby Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, a historic narrow-gauge steam train accessible from Antonito.
Directions
From Antonito, CO, take US 285 south 0.3 miles to Hwy 17. Continue straight on Hwy 17 for 13.2 miles to the campground sign. Turn left and go 0.3 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $29 - $160 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (719) 376-2535 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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