Established Camping
San Juan/House Creek
San Juan/House Creek is located in the San Juan National Forest, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include McPhee Reservoir for water activities and the Anasazi Heritage Center, offering insights into the region's history.
Description
Alamosa Campground is on the Alamosa River 4.5 miles above Terrace Reservoir Dam. There are 10 campsites with tables, fireplaces, vault type toilet, ample parking and a developed water system operated with a hand pump. There is public fishing at Terrace Reservoir and trail access to Alamosa-Rock Creek and Big Lake Trails. Maneuvering space for large trailers and recreation vehicles is limited. Naturally acidic water severely limits fishing in the Alamosa river between Stunner Campground and Terrace Reservoir.
Location
San Juan/House Creek is located in Colorado
Directions
Directions from Monte Vista, Colorado: Travel 12 miles south on Colorado State Highway 15 (Gunbarrel Road). then west 17.4 miles to campground entrance. Follows Twelve Mile Road west to the forest boundary where it becomes the Alamosa-Conejos River road #250 and continue 17.4 miles.
Coordinates
37.51610086 N
108.53540036 W
Detours Nearby
Cannonball Mesa
1 hr 26 min away
Sand Canyon
1 hr 28 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 50 min from Farmington
- 3 hrs 45 min from Grand Junction
- 4 hrs 31 min from Albuquerque
- 4 hrs 49 min from Santa Fe
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
