Teal Campground sits within San Juan National Forest at a fee ranging from free to $32 per night, open from Memorial Day through November. No pets are allowed, and there are no RV hookups or dump stations on site. The road has improved in recent years, which means larger rigs now make it up regularly, though sites are sized better for rigs under 25 feet. Drinking water is available, though at least one visitor noted it appeared yellowish. Toilets are on site and have consistently drawn positive remarks for cleanliness.
Site selection matters here. "Getting a site with a view is key to this campground," notes Jeff K., who also points out that the prime spots lack tree cover, making afternoon sun a real factor without a canopy. Of the 16 sites, roughly five are considered first-rate for their sightlines toward the surrounding mountains. The reservoir is a short walk from any site, giving anglers and paddlers quick access, though the rocky shoreline calls for water shoes if you plan to wade in. Swimming is not permitted.
Weekends and holidays tend to bring generator noise from the larger rigs that now use the improved access road, so midweek visits are a better fit for campers who want a quieter experience. Cimarrona Campground sits about 2 miles away for those who want a nearby alternative, and Williams Creek is roughly a mile to the south. Teal works best for paddlers, anglers, and tent campers or small-rig travelers who can secure one of the lakeside-view sites early in the week.
Description
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.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
- Starting July 1, 2026 at 12:01am, Stage II Fire Prohibitions are in effect throughout the entire San Juan National Forest. The following are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands of the San Juan National Forest:
- Building,maintaining,attending,orusingafire,campfire,charcoalbarbecue,orgrill,except ifusingadevicesolelyfueledbyliquidorgasthatcanbeturnedonandoffinanareabarren or cleared of all flammable materials within three feet of the device.
- Smoking,exceptinanenclosedvehicleorbuilding.
- Weldingoroperatinganacetyleneorothertorchwithopenflame.
- Usinganexplosive. See forest order below for more detail. Alert Start Date: July 1, 2026 Alert End Date: December 31, 2026 Rec Sites Affected: Columbine Ranger DistrictPagosa Ranger DistrictDolores Ranger District Order Number: 02-13-00-26-10
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTeal Campground is located in Colorado near Pagosa Springs
Coordinates
37.51001 N
107.22941 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 28 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 26 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 5 hrs 2 min from Pueblo, CO
- 5 hrs 6 min from Grand Junction, CO
