Transfer Park Campground
Closed for the season. The campground reopens late May 2026 for first-come, first-served camping through September. Water, trash service, and restrooms are only available during the operating season. Road and trail flooding damage has been reported in the area; check for current conditions before traveling.
Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 1 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has cancelled the Fire Weather Watch. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 295 Southwest Colorado Upper East Forecast Area. * TIMING...Until 8 PM MDT this evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...6 to 11 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
Transfer Park Campground occupies 11 forested acres along the Florida River in the San Juan National Forest, about 21 miles from Durango via County Road 240/243 and Forest Road 596. The campground features two distinct loops: the upper loop sits on mostly level terrain with several larger sites offering good shade, while the lower loop descends toward the river and includes two larger sites, a few short pull-through spurs, and several tent-only spots. The area served as a historic transfer point where pack mules and wagons exchanged ore and supplies during Colorado's mining boom. Today it provides a quieter alternative to the nearby Florida Campground, with large open play areas and direct access to the Burnt Timber Trail. Services during the operating season include potable water, trash collection, vault toilets, fire grates, and picnic tables at each site. Between September and May, no services are available and campers must pack out all trash. All 25 sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with the option to pay via the Recreation.gov Scan and Pay feature. Maximum RV length is 35 feet, and all equipment with wheels must fit within the parking spur as no overflow parking exists. Bear-safe food storage is recommended throughout the area.
Directions
From Durango: Travel about 13 miles on Florida Road (County Road 240). Continue straight on County Road 243, which becomes FR 596, and drive approximately 8.5 miles to the campground entrance past Florida Campground. From Bayfield: Travel 9 miles north on County Road 501, then 3 miles northwest on County Road 240. Turn right onto County Road 243/FR 596 and continue 8.5 miles to the entrance.
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 | $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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