Snowslide
Open for the season. Sites are first-come, first-served at $22/night. Fire restrictions in effect through December 2027 limit fires to Forest Service-provided metal grates only. No services available between September and May.
Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 6:03PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
At 602 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles southwest of Sawpit, or 39 miles south of Montrose, moving west at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation and outdoor objects is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of central San Miguel County.
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
Snowslide Campground is nestled in scenic La Plata Canyon in the Columbine Ranger District of San Juan National Forest, about 17 miles from Durango. The campground features 13 first-come, first-served sites set among pine trees, with several sites offering direct access to the La Plata River. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets, picnic tables at each site, and Forest Service-provided fire grates. There is no potable water at Snowslide; however, water is available at Kroeger Campground directly across the road. Campers must pack out all trash. The campground accommodates RVs up to 35 feet, though all vehicles with wheels must fit within the parking spur as no overflow parking exists. Dogs are allowed but must remain leashed and never left unattended. The area is popular with mountain bikers who ride the Colorado Trail from Kennebec Pass down to Junction Creek near Durango. Fire restrictions are in effect through December 2027, limiting fires to the metal fire grates provided by the Forest Service. Beyond the campground, the road becomes rugged 4WD terrain leading to high-country trailheads.
Directions
From Durango, head 12 miles west on US Highway 160. Turn north on County Road 124 at Hesperus and drive 5 miles. The paved road becomes gravel at the National Forest boundary. Access is via 2WD gravel road; beyond the campgrounds the road becomes rugged 4WD.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 884-2512 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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