Dispersed Camping
Animas Overlook
Animas Overlook offers dispersed camping near varied terrain with elevations providing expansive views. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 80s during warmer seasons. Nearby, visitors can explore the San Juan National Forest and the scenic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Detours Nearby

Bay City Campground
51 min away

Snowslide Campground
54 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 46 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 4 hrs 2 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 4 hrs 30 min from Grand Junction, CO
Location
Animas Overlook is located in Colorado
Coordinates
37.36747446 N
107.8939996 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 11/19/25
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 11/19/25
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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