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.
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
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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