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 August 30 at 7:37PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Colorado, including the following areas, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Central Yampa River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, Flat Tops, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand Valley, Grand and Battlement Mesas, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide, Upper Gunnison River Valley and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains and Utah, including the following areas, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains, Southeast Utah and Tavaputs Plateau. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars will also be especially susceptible and these include the Lee and Elk RX, Gold Mountain and Elk, Ferris, and Babylon burn scars to name a few. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Monsoonal moisture will remain across the area through Monday evening and will support thunderstorms and showers with heavy rainfall across the watch area. Several rounds of heavier rain are expected increasing the chance for flash flooding especially in our more susceptible areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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
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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