Transfer Campground
The campground operates May through September. Individual sites are first-come, first-served with some reservable through Recreation.gov. The group site requires reservations.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
From Recreation.gov
PLEASE NOTE that the Horse Sites are located before reaching the campground on the opposite side of the road off FSR 561. The Horse Sites are in a separate area.
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
Transfer Campground sits at 8,500 feet elevation in a level aspen grove within the San Juan National Forest, approximately 11 miles north of Mancos, Colorado. The campground features 12 individual campsites (5 reservable), one reservable group site, and 4 horse sites located separately across Forest Road 561 with adjacent corrals. All sites and restrooms are barrier-free and most accommodate RVs up to 45 feet. Recreational opportunities center on motorized and non-motorized trail access. The Aspen Loop Trail for ATVs and motorbikes is just half a mile north. Nearby hiking options include Big Al Interpretive Trail, Rim Trail, Box Canyon Trail, Chicken Creek Trail, Morrison Trail, Gold Run Trail, and West Mancos Trail. Jackson Gulch Reservoir lies six miles south for fishing. Amenities include potable water, vault toilets, trash service, picnic tables, and fire grates at each site. The group site features five double picnic tables, a large serving table, and cooking grills. Livestock is prohibited in the main campground but accommodated at the horse sites across the road.
Directions
From Mancos, CO: Travel 1/4 mile north on Highway 184, then turn right on West Mancos Road (Forest Road 561). Travel 10.5 miles to the campground. Most of the road is unpaved but has a good gravel surface.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 882-7296 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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