Within San Juan National Forest, West Steer Reservoir provides dispersed camping access for those seeking primitive camping near San Juan National Forest. The US Forest Service manages this drive-in location, which allows campers to set up in undeveloped sites around the reservoir area.
The dispersed format means no designated campsites, restrooms, or water sources are available. Campers must be self-sufficient and follow Leave No Trace principles. Mavreeso Campground sits roughly three miles southeast for those preferring developed facilities with amenities.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWest Steer Resevoir is located in Colorado near Dolores
Coordinates
37.68015964 N
108.3409907 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 50 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 20 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 30 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 4 hrs 48 min from Santa Fe, NM
