Elk Creek Trailhead Camping
Elk Creek Trailhead Camping
Elk Creek Campground offers 31 well-maintained campsites (including 6 pull-through RV sites) at 8,500 ft elevation with direct access to Elk Creek and the Conejos River for fishing and recreation.
Amenities include vault toilets, potable water via hand pumps, picnic tables, and fire rings, with nearby trailheads providing access to the South San Juan Wilderness Area.
The campground is conveniently located 23 miles west of Antonito on Highway 17 and operates seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends.
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