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Teal Campground

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from September 24, 2024 through May 4, 2025.

Teal Campground, near Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is a scenic spot that offers a great escape into nature. Nestled by Williams Creek Reservoir, it’s a prime location for those who appreciate stunning views and outdoor activities.

The campground features 16 first-come, first-served sites, many shaded by ponderosa trees, which provide a nice break from the sun. Visitors often highlight the clean facilities, including vault toilets and drinking water, making it a comfortable place to camp. As one camper noted, “The view is incredible,” and it’s clear that the scenery is a major draw.

For those looking to enjoy the outdoors, there’s plenty to do. Fishing, biking, and ATVing are popular activities in the area, and the short walk to the lake is perfect for a quick dip or a leisurely paddle. Just keep in mind that the lake isn’t swimmable, but it’s great for kayaking and canoeing.

While some campers have mentioned that weekends can get a bit busy, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming. If you’re after a peaceful retreat with breathtaking vistas, Teal Campground is definitely worth considering for your next adventure.

Description

National Forest

San Juan National Forest

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.

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Location

Teal Campground is located in Colorado

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Coordinates

37.51001 N
107.22941 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets

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7 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 27, 2024

Lovely lake but noisy RV generators

I've stayed here for decades now. It's changed. The road is better and so more big RVs and trailers come up, run the generators for hours if not all day long. The peacefulness has gone. I don't recommend it on the weekends or holidays but otherwise, lovely location. Best for 25 ft max rigs if you do come up, the spaces aren't big but the views are!

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 17, 2024

Awesome Experience

I'm glad you found the information about Teal Campground helpful! It indeed sounds like a wonderful place to enjoy nature and take in some beautiful views. The combination of the scenic setting by Williams Creek Reservoir and the amenities provided makes it an attractive option for campers. The shade from ponderosa trees and the availability of drinkable water, garbage collection, and vault toilets certainly add to the convenience and comfort of the camping experience.

Regards,

Akshay

Sobha Crystal Meadows

Reviewed Mar. 7, 2024

A good destiny place

Hello

It sounds like a great place to go camping. Teal Campground! The setting, which looks out over Williams Creek Reservoir, needs to provide breathtaking vistas. It appears to be a pleasant and attractive location with 16 first-come, first-served spots with some shade provided by ponderosa trees. It makes camping more convenient to know that amenities like drinkable water, garbage collection, and vault toilets are available. I appreciate you sharing this evaluation.

Regards

Nikki Harris

Provident Botanico

Reviewed Aug. 17, 2021

Campsite with a view

To be clear, there is no dump site for RVs, no market, no water hookup (water dispensing). It’s the view and yes, there are probably 5 primo spots and we did not get one but I still have a view of the incredible mountains. But after 1 night, someone cleared out of best spot and we reserved it right away (first come first serve ) A walk to the lake from any of the 16 sites is perhaps 3 minutes. Great site and Derek is best host ever. He runs it right.

Site14
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 16, 2021

Spectacular Views

Getting a site with a view is key to this campground. There are a few great spots but there is no tree cover for these sites and the late morning through early evening can be hot if you do not have a canopy. The lake is not swimmable but you can kayak/canoe etc. Bathrooms are clean. There is drinking water but looked yellowish. The camp host was great (Derek)and kept the place clean. At $22 a night, a close by dispersed campsite might be better choice if you cannot get a site with a view

Site14
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Teal Campground by Jeff K., August 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Teal Campground by Jeff K., August 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Teal Campground by Jeff K., August 16, 2021
Reviewed Oct. 8, 2019

Lake camping

Great small campground,  beautiful lake, clean,  good fishing, ATVing, biking.

Reviewed Sep. 28, 2018

Views for days

It was really nice there. Kinda pricey. The people who were watching the campsite took really good care of the toilets that were close by. Camping quarters were kinda close to each other and the reservoir was really rocky so best to take some water shoes if you want to go swimming.

  • Review photo of Teal Campground by Rebecca G., September 28, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Teal Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Teal Campground does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Teal Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Teal Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Teal Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Teal Campground?

    There are 4 campsites at Teal Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts