Carson National Forest encompasses Duran, a US Forest Service campground that operates from May through September near Vadito. The site accommodates RVs up to 16 feet and provides drinking water and restroom facilities. Creek access and lake proximity define the terrain here.
Located less than a mile from Carson National Forest La Junta Canyon, Duran sits within a cluster of forest service campgrounds that includes Upper La Junta to the northeast. The seasonal operation aligns with high country accessibility, closing before winter weather impacts forest roads.
Description
12 campsites on Duran Creek. Trailhead to La Cueva Lake Trail #8 and Duran/Policarpio Trail #13.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundDuran is located in New Mexico
Directions
From Penasco, NM, take State Rt. 75 east 4.8 miles to "T" intersection (State Rt. 518). Turn right onto Rt. 518 (unmarked) and go 8.3 miles to La Junta Canyon (Forest Rt. 76) sign. Turn left at sign onto Rt. 76 (dirt and gravel) and go 2 miles to campground sign. Turn right across low water bridge into campground.
Coordinates
36.13500049 N
105.47700082 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 20 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 9 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 3 hrs 22 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 43 min from Farmington, NM
