Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Junction Creek Campground offers a serene escape into the <strong>San Juan National Forest</strong>, providing a peaceful alternative to the busier commercial parks in the region. Situated just a short drive from downtown Durango, this federal recreation site blends accessibility with a deep immersion in nature. Visitors are greeted by thick vegetation and the gentle sounds of the forest, making it a favorite for those seeking a quiet retreat without sacrificing proximity to city conveniences.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Located at an elevation of approximately <strong>7,300 feet</strong>, the park is nestled within a dense canopy of Ponderosa pines and Gambel oaks. The surrounding landscape is defined by rugged ridges and the winding Junction Creek. This prime location serves as the southern terminus for the famous <strong>Colorado Trail</strong>, offering immediate access to one of the most scenic long-distance paths in the United States, providing breathtaking views of the Animas River Valley.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>While the setting is rustic, the park provides essential comforts including several loops with <strong>electric hookups</strong> for RV travelers. Each site typically includes a picnic table and a fire ring to enhance the outdoor experience. The facility maintains an authentic national forest atmosphere with the following features: <ul><li>Several sites designated for <strong>large RVs</strong> up to 45 feet.</li><li>Access to vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water.</li><li>On-site campfire programs during peak summer weekends.</li></ul> This setup ensures a traditional camping experience while still accommodating modern electrical needs.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>Adventure is never far away, as the park is only six miles from the historic charm of <strong>downtown Durango</strong>. Travelers can board the iconic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or enjoy gold-medal fishing on the Animas River. Hikers and mountain bikers will find endless opportunities on the <strong>Junction Creek Trail</strong>, which offers stunning overlooks of the surrounding peaks just a short trek from the campsites. The area is also a gateway to the high-alpine wonders of the Million Dollar Highway.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This destination is ideal for <strong>nature enthusiasts</strong> and active travelers who prioritize trail access and scenic beauty over resort-style luxuries. It is a perfect fit for smaller to mid-sized rigs looking for a <strong>tranquil basecamp</strong> to explore Southwest Colorado. If you enjoy falling asleep to the wind through the pines and waking up steps away from world-class hiking, this park fits your travel style perfectly.</p>



San Juan Junction Creek is a small creek located in Durango, Colorado. It is a tributary of the Animas River and is part of the San Juan National Forest. The creek is a popular spot for fishing, camping, and hiking. The creek is home to a variety of fish species, including brown trout, rainbow trout, and cutthroat trout. The creek is also known for its scenic beauty, with its lush vegetation and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

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San Juan/Junction Creek

Stay at San Juan/Junction Creek in Durango, CO. Enjoy electric hookups, Ponderosa pines, and direct access to the Colorado Trail. Perfect for nature lovers.

San Juan Junction Creek Campground | Durango, CO RVing

If you camp this place has the room for you and a large contingent of friends. Not sure if Boy Scouts camp anymore but you could host a Jamboree here for a few Troops.  Our area had plenty of space for tents, popups, and a nice fire pit for gathering everyone at the pit.  Start wining down at around 9:30 and make sure you keep it down by 10.  If you can't cook or burn dinner you are 5-10 minutes to the downtown area, but you would never know it. The sky has minimal light pollution so enjoy a big sky.  The property had a volleyball court and horseshoes.  A covered area towards the front can easily accommodate 40+ people in the event of rain.  There is a water supply and latrines.  Bring minimal water just in case, but you don't have to go crazy.  Explore and have fun!

Had a wonderful time at this campground. We were tent campers and had a great setup. I did not realize each site was equipped with a water pump and electrical outlet! The bathrooms/showers were so clean, I was most impressed by that. Got the tent camping experience with great amenities. Hope to visit again.

Amazing host and community here! During our cross-country trip, our rental car got stuck in the sand early in the morning. We were in a panic due to our tight schedule, but the host and a fellow camper in site C11 came to our rescue immediately. We were barely awake and feel terrible that we didn't get their names to send a proper thank-you gift! Highly recommend this spot, but be aware: no phone service and they only accept cash or check, so come prepared.

What a lovely place to spend a few days. The camp is amazing with many trails leading to the animas trails and the Colorado trail. Even better is the drive or bike ride up the road. It’s 20 miles out and 20 miles back so none locals like me 👋🏽be weary of the length and altitude so hydrate or I’m coming after you!! # go anyway

The bathrooms here were the cleanest I’ve ever seen and we have been in the road for months. Great thanks to the host Bob what a gem. P

Stayed in a camper there for a week. The bathrooms were cleaner and smelled better than most modern campsite bathrooms. Park was beautiful and well kept.

This was a nice little campground. It is a bit of a drive outside of Durango, but that wasn't a problem for us. There's plenty of space between campsites. Cleanest vault toilets I have ever used!

This is my kind of campground. Full shade, peaceful with large sites. If they had showers I would stay longer. The Colorado trail access is here which is a plus. Great place if you want to hike, bike or just sit and relax.

Beautiful campground. We stayed on the group site G02 and there was plenty of space for gathering, tents, and parking. The vault toilets were always kept clean and well stocked with toilet paper. Camp hosts were friendly and helpful. If you followed a short path it would lead you to a walking trail. We did not have any cell service there, but you could find service just a short drive down the mountain. The water pressure from the spicket was low and it took a while to fill buckets for washing dishes or hands and I would recommend bringing your own drinking water. I would stay here again! It was beautiful and close to town for any other activities or needs.

The road to get to this PAID campground is uphill and the road is RUFF. Very washboard and needs to be grated. Our site D1 was next to the restrooms and was a bit of a challenge to level rig. Lots of trees so Starlink wouldn’t work and barely one bar Verizon.
Camp host was very friendly and nice.
The views going UP and DOWN were beautiful.

Excellent campground 15 minutes from Durango, but in the pines and foothills at the very end of the Colorado Trail.  Excellent mountain biking options (CT-Hoffheins-Dry Creek-CT; or Log Chutes, right from loop E and C) abound, as well as hiking along Junction Creek.  Hosts are fantastic--very warm and friendly and thorough with the little details.

This was a wonderful and relaxing experience for us. The setting is absolutely beautiful and peaceful with well laid out and thoughtfully planned isolated sites and super clean toilets with adjacent drinking water at each.
The hosts are very friendly and always on hand to help with camp and local tourist information. Beverly in particular was incredible!
We are new to camping but will be booking the same site for next year  based on our experience.

A super duper nice campground! Sites are dotted among the pines and gambel oak groves, nicely spaced for privacy. Wildlife abounds with an ethereal hermit thrush soundtrack. The sites are level, raked to zen garden perfection between each guest, and extremely tidy. As others have mentioned, the vault toilets are so clean and nice, the Queen of England would probably be delighted to visit. The gravel road up to the campground is quite washboard-y, but that was the only detracting aspect we found. Note that the water spigots near each toilet are not threaded for hookups. Hosts are very friendly and helpful. A+!

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San Juan/Junction Creek