Established Camping

Rito Hondo Reservoir

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Rito Hondo Reservoir is located near Creede in the Rio Grande National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a reservoir, offering opportunities for boating and fishing. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Wheeler Geologic Area and the historic mining town of Creede.

Description

National Forest

Rio Grande National Forest

This site is a small reservior that is also a natural fishery for Brook Trout. Small boats are allowed but gasoline motors are prohibited, electric motors are OK. The site offers good parking and dispersed camping back away from the shore.

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Location

Rito Hondo Reservoir is located in Colorado

Directions

From Creede CO, travel west on State Hiway 149 for 25 miles. Turn left and go northwest on Forest Service road 513. Stay on 513 for another 3 miles to the Reservoir. Turn right to park in the parking lot overlooking the lake.