
23
Total Campsites
Campground
9
Reservable Sites
Mixed (reservable + first-come)
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Ute Campground (CO)
Overview Ute Campground is located on US Hwy 160 across from Chimney Rock National Monument, 15 miles west of Pagosa Springs, 25 miles east of Bayfield, and 18 miles north of Arbolles, just west of the intersection with Colorado 151. Visitors enjoy quick access to Chimney Rock National Monument entrance and a centralized location to USFS trail systems, lake, and stream fishing. Recreation Ute Campground is the only access to Forest Service land on Haystack Mountain. Hiking views of Chimney Rock National Monument. Facilities Ute Campground is the only access to Forest Service land on Haystack Mountain. Hiking views of Chimney Rock National Monument. Natural Features Ute campground, named for and sharing land with the Southern Ute Nation is located along reservation borders situated at the base of Haystack Mountain facing Chimney Rock National Monument. The terrain is a hilly forest enviroment of Ponderosa pines, Gamble Oak, Rocky Mountain Juniper, Fragrant Sumac and meadows. Nearby Attractions The entrance to Chimney Rock National Monument is only 4 miles away on Colorado 151. It is centrally located between Turkey Springs Trail System and the Devil Mountain - Mule Mountain - Horse Mountain Trail Systems, featuring trails specific to ATV, motorcycle, mountain bike, hiking, horseback riding, along with stream fishing and a natural hot spring on the Piedra River. The Southern Ute Reservation allows access to fishing on tribal land at Lake Capote and the Piedra River with fee permits. 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. Group Sites Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use 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.
- 23 total campsites listed.
- 9 reservable sites plus first-come options.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (21).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.


Campsite Inventory
23 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
8
Reservable
0
Accessible
GROUP STANDARD NONELECTRIC
1
Reservable
0
Accessible
MANAGEMENT
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
CAMPFIRE RINGS
Campfire Rings
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Group, Single
Check-in time
02:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Condition Rating
Good, Standard
DRINKING WATER
Drinking Water
Double Driveway
No, Yes
Driveway entry
Back-in, Pull-through
Driveway Grade
Moderate, Severe, Slight
Driveway length (ft)
28, 33, 36, 38
Driveway surface
Gravel
ELECTRIC HOOKUPS
Electric Hookups
Electricity Hookup
50 amp
Fire Pit
Fire Pit
GRILLS
Grills
HOST
Host
Location Rating
Good
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
970-264-2268 USFS Pagosa Ranger District
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Getting There
Directions from Pagosa Springs, CO: Travel west on U.S. Hwy 160 for 18.0 miles and campground is on north side of the highway.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Ute Campground (CO).
How do reservations work for Ute Campground (CO)?
Reservation availability for Ute Campground (CO) can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Ute Campground (CO)?
Ute Campground (CO) currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (21), GROUP STANDARD NONELECTRIC (1), MANAGEMENT (1).
Where is Ute Campground (CO) located?
Ute Campground (CO) is in Colorado near Bayfield. Coordinates: 37.2154, -107.2725.
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