East Fork Campground
East Fork Campground is located 11 miles northeast of Pagosa Springs, just off U.S. Highway 160, along the East Fork Road. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, hiking and scenic opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 25 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
25 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 002 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 004 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 005 | Back-in | 34 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 006 | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 007 | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 008 | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 009 | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 010 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 011 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred |
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 several single-family sites, many with views of the river below. There are a few level pull-through parking spaces for RVs. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
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 downtown Pagosa Springs, travel 11 miles east on Highway 160 to the junction with East Fork Road (Forest Road 667). Turn right and continue less than a mile to the campground on the right.
| Coordinates | 37.3742° N, 106.8867° 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 ↗ | 11.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 27.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
Silver Falls is located a few miles up East Fork Road past the campground. A short trail leads to the base of the falls. Mountain bikers often ride to Silver Falls. Beyond its junction with Forest Road 684, the East Fork Road is negotiable only by 4WD. Off-road vehicle enthusiasts enjoy the upper section to Elwood Pass. Treasure Falls, located just off Highway 160 about five miles from the campground, is an impressive 100' waterfall with a short hike.
- 2.4 miSand Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4.4 miJackson Mountain Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miEast Fork Winter ↗11.4 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.4 miCoal Creek ↗12 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miQuartz Ridge ↗15.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.2 miWest Fork Winter3.1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 4.4 miTurkey Creek ↗20.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.4 miWindy Pass4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.4 miSand Creek 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
- 7.3 miSouth San Juan Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 160,997 acres
- 10.4 miSan Juan National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,094,539 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.
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Natural features
The campground sits on a ridge overlooking the East Fork of the San Juan River. Some sites have views of the river, but it's a long way down the hill. Short, but steep trails lead down the hill, to the riverbanks. A forest of ponderosa pine and gambel oak trees shades the campground. At 7,700 feet, temperatures can be a bit warmer than at surrounding campgrounds.
Recreation
The East Fork offers plenty of fishing opportunities upstream from the campground. Trailheads for the Coal Creek Trail and the Quartz Ridge Trail are at Sand Creek, 2-5 miles beyond the campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at East Fork Campground?
Sites at East 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 East Fork Campground?
$27
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at East Fork Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at East 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 East 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 East Fork Campground have?
25 sites, including 25 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at East 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 East Fork Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at East Fork Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at East Fork Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Quiet time is typically between 10pm - 6am.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at East Fork Campground?
The East Fork offers plenty of fishing opportunities upstream from the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if East Fork Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are West Fork Campground (5 mi), Tucker Ponds Campground (10.8 mi, first-come), and Big Meadows Reservoir Campground (South Central Co) (12.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby