West Fork Campground
West Fork Campground sits near the West Fork San Juan River in a secluded 10-acre area, just over a mile from Highway 160. Visitors enjoy the area for its hiking opportunities and plentiful solitude.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 27 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
27 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Pull-through | 26 | Gravel | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Back-in | 34 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 011 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers single-family sites, some of which are adjacent to the river but without direct views. Most sites are suitable for large RVs. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to September |
| Forest | San Juan National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
| Fees | $27 |
| Rules | Quiet time is typically between 10pm - 6am. Please be a good neighbor and limit use of generators to no more than one hour at a time. Dogs must be leashed or otherwise physically restrained. Do not leave pets unattended. Check-out time: 12:00 pm; Check-in time: 2:00 pm - if the site is empty, campers may come in anytime. |
Getting there
From Pagosa Springs, Colo. travel east on U.S. Highway 160 for about 13 miles, then turn northwest on Forest Road 684 and continue more than a mile to the campground entrance on the West Fork Road.
| Nearest town | San Juan Nf, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 37.4447° N, 106.9031° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 24.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Trailheads for Windy Pass and Treasure Mountain Trails are located across Highway 160 from the West Fork Road turnoff. Treasure Falls, located off Highway 160 about three miles from the campground, is an impressive 100-foot waterfall with a short hike leading to its base.
- 1.3 miWest Fork Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5 miSand Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.9 miColumbine Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.1 miWest Fork Winter3.1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.3 miWest Fork ↗11.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miWindy Pass4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miTreasure Falls0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miBlowout Overlook0.06 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.4 miSouth Fork Archuleta3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.3 miWest Fork Trailhead ↗San Juan National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Rio Grande National Forest.
- inRio Grande National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,937,280 acres
- 8.8 miSan Juan National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,094,539 acres
- 9 miWeminuche Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 497,111 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Debs SchoolBuilding · Pagosa Springs · 14.2 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated among a forest of mixed conifers, where sites have sun and shade. The West Fork can be heard, but not seen from the campground.
Recreation
The West Fork and nearby Wolf Creek offer fishing opportunities, but are heavily fished streams. Only skilled and patient fishermen have much luck in these waters. The West Fork Trail, also known as the Rainbow Trail, leads into the Weminuche Wilderness from a trailhead a mile beyond the campground. The first portion of the trail passes through private property, so please stay on the trail and leave the gates as you find them.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at West Fork Campground?
Sites at West Fork Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at West Fork Campground?
$27
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at West Fork Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at West Fork Campground?
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is West Fork Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does West Fork Campground have?
27 sites, including 27 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at West Fork Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at West Fork Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at West Fork Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at West Fork Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Quiet time is typically between 10pm - 6am.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at West Fork Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at West Fork Campground?
The West Fork and nearby Wolf Creek offer fishing opportunities, but are heavily fished streams. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to West Fork Campground?
San Juan Nf, Colorado. Trailheads for Windy Pass and Treasure Mountain Trails are located across Highway 160 from the West Fork Road turnoff.
Source: Getting there