Target Tree Campground
The campground is open for the 2026 season, operating May through September. Both reservable and first-come, first-served sites are available. Quiet hours 10pm to 6am. Check-in at 2pm, check-out at noon. Limited to 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 3:02PM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Colorado, including the following areas, Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San Juan River Basin and Southwest San Juan Mountains and southeast Utah, including the following areas, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains and Southeast Utah. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, recently burned areas, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected across portions of southeast Utah and southwest Colorado from Sunday morning through Monday morning over soils that are still saturated from recent rainfall and flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Winter Storm Watch issued October 30 at 12:22PM MDT until November 2 at 12:00PM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 10,000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 10 to 15 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest San Juan Mountains and Southwest San Juan Mountains. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through noon Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
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.
About
Target Tree Campground, also known by its Ute name "IVIKUKUCH," is located 7 miles east of Mancos on a south-facing hillside in the San Juan National Forest at 7,643 feet elevation. The campground takes its name from the historic practice of the Ute Indians, who used Ponderosa pines in the area for target practice and harvested sap and bark as food supplements. A short, accessible interpretive trail allows visitors to view one of these historic scarred trees. The campground features 28 sites spread beneath Ponderosa pine and Gambel oak forest, with 17 barrier-free accessible sites and three sites with corrals for overnight horse camping. Most sites are shady but can get hot on sunny days, cooling significantly at night. Pull-through sites are available, though most large sites require mechanical leveling for RVs. The maximum RV length is 45 feet. Amenities include potable water, three accessible composting vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire grates. There are no electrical hookups, dump station, showers, or firewood sales. The campground is known for excellent birding opportunities. Its location makes it ideal for day trips to Mesa Verde National Park, the Anasazi Heritage Center in Dolores, Canyon of the Ancients, and Hovenweep National Monument.
Directions
From Mancos, take US Highway 160 east for 7 miles. The campground is on the north (left) side of the highway. Turn left at the campground sign and follow the gravel road 0.3 miles to the campground. From Durango, take US Highway 160 west for 20 miles to the campground sign.
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 | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 882-7296 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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