Thirty Mile Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check in time is after 2:00 pm Check out time is before 12:00 pm
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 85.5 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.7226, -107.2571
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Thirty Mile Campground is nestled on the banks of the Rio Grande River, just a short mile from the Rio Grande Reservoir. The location is perfect for anyone who loves to spend time in the water, fishing, canoeing/kayaking and swimming. There is an Amphitheater where Campfire programs are periodically presented during the summer and nature trails. There are two trailheads that take you into the Weminuche Wilderness. Climbing and backpacking/horse packing in the San Juan mountains. The campground is located in a wooded meadow situated between the Rio Grande River and Grizzley Creek with some sites overlooking the creek. All sites are nestled among mature spruce or Aspen trees. The campground is adjacent to the Weminuche Wilderness with two trailheads (Grizzley Creek # 814 and Weminuche Pass # 818) that link to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and are accessed just below the Rio Grande Reservoir. This campground is very popular with both fishermen and hikers accessing a wilderness experience. Firewood is available for a fee. There is ample parking for fishermen and backpackers. No stock unloading or horse trailers are permitted, but 1/2 and 3/4 miles east, adjacent to Forest Road 250, pack stock can be unloaded and stock trailers can be parked near some public corrals. This is bear country practice safe food storage techniques. 14 DAY STAY LIMIT
From the USFS.Official page
Is Thirty Mile Campground free?
No. Thirty Mile Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Thirty Mile Campground?
From Creede, CO, take State 149 north (toward Lake City) 19.3 miles to Rio Grande Reservoir sign (Forest Rd. 520). Turn left onto Rd. 520 and go 0.5 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left onto a dirt road, staying on Rd. 520, and go 10.8 miles to campground sign. Left turn into campground.
What are the rules at Thirty Mile Campground?
On Rio Grande Reservoir and Road Canyon Reservoirs, boats are allowed; no wakes, trolling motors OK. Primitive boat ramp Double sites can accomodate up to 16 people.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
