
12
Total Campsites
Campground
12
Reservable Sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About PALISADES HORSE CAMP
Overview Palisades Horse Camp is located 30 miles north of Pagosa Springs, high in the San Juan National Forest. This beautiful area has excellent horseback riding and hiking trails and an abundance of wildlife. Recreation Hiking and horseback riding trails are the main attraction at Palisades. The Williams Creek Trail leads directly from the campground into the Weminuche Wilderness, crossing the Continental Divide. Facilities Hiking and horseback riding trails are the main attraction at Palisades. The Williams Creek Trail leads directly from the campground into the Weminuche Wilderness, crossing the Continental Divide. Natural Features The campground is nestled in a stand of pine, spruce and fir trees, and sits at an elevation of 8,300 feet. The area provides panoramic views of the surrounding meadows and mountains. Williams Creek flows nearby. The surrounding forest provides a prime wildlife habitat. Bears, deer, elk and moose frequent the area. Charges & 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 Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. 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. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
- 12 total campsites listed.
- Most common site type: equestrian nonelectric (12).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.


Campsite Inventory
12 sites to choose from
EQUESTRIAN NONELECTRIC
12
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Double, Single
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Condition Rating
Good, Prime
Double Driveway
Yes
Driveway entry
Back-In, Pull-Through
Driveway length (ft)
120, 60
Driveway surface
Gravel
GRILLS
Yes
Grills/Fire Ring
Yes
Horse Stall/Corral
Yes
Location Rating
Good
Max guests
16, 8
Max vehicle length (ft)
36, 40, 45
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Domestic,Horse
Picnic Table
Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
djblackstock@rockymountainrec.com
Getting There
From Pagosa Springs, at the intersection of Highway 160 and Piedra Road/County Road 600, turn north and drive approximately 23 miles to Williams Creek Road/Forest Road 640. Turn right and drive approximately 7 miles to the campground.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to PALISADES HORSE CAMP.
How do reservations work for PALISADES HORSE CAMP?
Reservation availability for PALISADES HORSE CAMP can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at PALISADES HORSE CAMP?
PALISADES HORSE CAMP currently lists EQUESTRIAN NONELECTRIC (12).
Where is PALISADES HORSE CAMP located?
PALISADES HORSE CAMP is in Colorado near Pagosa Springs. Coordinates: 37.5464, -107.1967.
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