Cimarrona Campground, near Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without the frills. Set against a backdrop of stunning mountain views and lush meadows, this campground offers a mix of open sites and shaded spots tucked away in the woods, perfect for both RVs and tents.

The campground is known for its clean facilities, including vault toilets and a potable water station. Campers have praised the helpful hosts who keep the place tidy and welcoming. As one visitor noted, “The host, Mike, was very helpful,” which adds to the friendly vibe you’ll find here. Firewood is available for purchase, making it easy to enjoy a cozy evening around the fire.

For those eager to explore, the Cimarrona trailhead is conveniently located right behind site #18, leading you into the breathtaking Weminuche Wilderness. While fishing in Cimarrona Creek might not be the best, the nearby Williams Creek Reservoir offers better opportunities just a short drive away. Visitors have remarked on the peaceful atmosphere, with one saying, “Cimarrona is a really beautiful and quiet location,” making it an ideal retreat for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

## Overview

 This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to\_\_first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival\_\_as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Cimarrona Campground

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Cimarrona is one of the more scenic campgrounds in this area and it's also very quiet here.

Cimarrona is a really beautiful and quiet location.

This campground is an amazing hidden gem. Twenty sites with some great selections.  
I was surprised to see that it was never full. It got close on Saturday with people waiting for a site at Teal down the road first thing Sunday. The host Bob is a wonderful host, very laidback and helpful. He keeps an immaculate campground. I will definitely return to Cimaronna. 

Hidden gem 

Many of the campsites here are large and there’s plenty of shade.

Cimarrona is still one of my favorites 

Stayed at site #20 in early June. Elevation around 8400 feet. Beautiful Spring green foliage on the aspens. Clean vault toilets with tp. One potable water station with hand pump. No water &amp; electric hook ups.  There is also trash service in-season. The host, Mike, was very helpful. Firewood for sale at $8/bundle. The campground consists of a handful of sites in an open field, suitable for big rigs, with the remainder of the sites back in the woods which are more suitable to tent, van, car &amp; truck campers. Each site has a metal fire ring and table. Some of the sites in the woods are on a slight slope. Beautiful views of nearby mountains &amp; meadow. Cimarrona Creek runs along side of the campground; fishing doesn't appear to be good in it. Fishing is better south of Williams Creek Reservoir - about 5 miles away. The Cimarrona trail head is behind site #18; this trail leads up into the Weminuche Wilderness area.

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