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Mud Springs Campground

A graded gravel road winds 2.8 miles from pavement to reach this elevated BLM campground at 8,400 feet. The washboard surface can become muddy after rain, earning the site its name. Thirteen first-come sites spread among aspen groves, with vault toilets and a camp host maintaining the area during operating season.

The road conditions vary significantly with weather. Greg L. notes the "graded washboard gravel County road" while other campers report challenging access during wet periods. Sites accommodate RVs up to 30 feet, though most are back-in spots that work better for smaller rigs. Two group sites and a large picnic loop provide overflow options when individual sites fill.

Water availability depends on seasonal conditions and drought cycles. The spring-fed system operated during recent visits, though it was temporarily offline in 2021. Cell coverage remains limited, with Verizon and AT&T providing weak signals while T-Mobile offers no service. Wildlife moves through camp regularly, including deer spotted during morning hours.

The elevation provides cooler temperatures during summer months, though afternoon thunderstorms occur frequently in July. Pack extra layers for temperature swings and consider a 4WD vehicle if rain threatens during your visit.

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Location

Public Campground

Mud Springs Campground is located in Colorado

Directions

From the intersection of First Street and Grand Avenue in Grand Junction, travel west on Grand Avenue (Highway 340) for approximately one mile and turn left on Monument Road. Turn left again on D Road. D Road becomes Rosevale Road. Turn right onto Little Park Road. Travel 10 miles on Little Park Rd until it intersects DS Rd. Go left on to DS road and travel a little over a mile to 16.5 Rd at the Glade Park Store intersection, turn left onto 16 1/2 Rd, travel south, 6 1/2 miles, Mud Springs Campground is on your right.

Coordinates

38.90499964 N
108.73908628 W

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Connectivity

T-Mobile
No Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 3/28/26

Connectivity

T-Mobile
No Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 3/28/26

Access

Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Cabins
Tent Cabin
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Market
Trash
Firewood Available
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump

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General Info

Drive Time

52 min from Grand Junction, CO
4 hrs 25 min from Provo, UT
4 hrs 48 min from Boulder, CO
5 hrs 3 min from Farmington, NM

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Visitors often highlighted the beautiful, quiet setting with spacious sites among aspen trees at 8400' elevation. Several guests observed muddy conditions during rain, requiring 4x4 for easier access on wet days.

Jim M.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 28, 2025

Closed for season

27 April 2025. Looked nice though.

Month of VisitApril

Greg L.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 23, 2021

Very nice higher elv BLM campground

Great BLM campground at higher cool elevation, 8400 elv. 2.8 miles of graded washboard gravel County road from end of pavement. Lots of aspen trees here. Friendly Host on site. Clean vault toilets, 13 sites, $10/$5 senior, 14d limit. All sites are first come, no reservations. Sites are mostly back in and not real big for larger TTs or RVs. Two group sites and a nice large picnic area loop sometimes used for overflow camping. Limited cell signal for Verizon, Att, but no TMobile. No trash and although normally water is available, it was not working in Aug 2021 due to drought. Update Aug 2024 visit..water system is working.

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Month of VisitAugust

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Colin Y.

Guide

Reviewed Mar. 28, 2021

Mud springs

It’s absolutely beautiful here. But don’t do what I did and go here in March. The spring must have leaked all the mud on to the road. Because it was bad. But it was great.

Carlos M.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 25, 2019

Clean and beautiful!

Great spot! Clean! Lots of room! The other sites are pretty spaced out. There are toilets and a water faucet near our site. Rained on us a bit the first day so the name definitely fits! 4x4 would help get to the sites! Especially on muddy days!

Melissa K.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 13, 2017

Name suits it when it rains

Mud springs is a small campground tucked away on top of a national monument. To enter the monument, there is a fee, but if you are going to mud springs you can tell them that and not pay the park entrance fee. It's up on glade park but kind of off the beat and path. The road was wet from recent rain and a small stream flowed down the washboard surface. The park itself is small but nice. Quiet. A bit muddy when it rains. We saw deer in the morning. We had a nice tent pad and firerings. Room for hammocks. It's a good place with pit toilets. But it's quiet. We did have a couple things walk through our site, we weren't sure what they were but it put our dog on high alert. One had a bell so that was strange. The other we aren't sure of but our dog watched as whatever it was walked past the tent. There weren't many people there so it probably wasn't another camper but some sort of critter. There is also a fresh spring that you can collect water from I think. We looked at it but didn't opt to collect any water. Lots of trees though which is nice. It seems to rain in July there, although they go through severe droughts and then all of a sudden, rain for two days. But both times we've gone in July, it has rained.

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Mud Springs Campground?

Mud Springs Campground offers clean vault toilets and a water faucet accessible near the campsites. The campground contains 13 sites, which are mostly back-in style and spaced out well for privacy. There's a friendly camp host on-site to assist visitors. The campground is nestled among aspen trees at a cool high elevation of 8,400 feet, providing natural shade and scenic surroundings. While amenities are basic, the well-maintained facilities and beautiful setting make this a comfortable wilderness camping experience.

Where is Mud Springs Campground located in Colorado?

Mud Springs Campground is located on top of a national monument in the Glade Park area of Colorado. The campground sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet, offering cooler temperatures than the surrounding lowlands. To reach the campground, visitors travel 2.8 miles on a graded washboard gravel county road from where the pavement ends. Its somewhat remote setting provides a peaceful experience while still being accessible from Grand Junction.

Is Mud Springs Campground free or are there camping fees?

Mud Springs Campground is not free - it charges $10 per night for standard camping. Seniors with appropriate passes can enjoy a discounted rate of $5 per night. While there is an entrance fee for the national monument, visitors specifically heading to Mud Springs Campground can inform the entrance station staff to bypass this fee. The campground has a 14-day stay limit, typical of BLM-managed sites.

Are there photographs available of Mud Springs Campground?

Yes, photographs of Mud Springs Campground are available through various camping websites and official BLM resources. These images typically showcase the campground's aspen-filled setting, individual campsites, and the surrounding natural environment. For the most current and comprehensive collection of photos, check the BLM's official website, camping apps like The Dyrt, or contact the monument's visitor center directly.

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