Thirty Mile
Photo · Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.The place
Thirty Mile Campground is nestled on the banks of the Rio Grande River, just a short mile from the Rio Grande Reservoir. The location is perfect for anyone who loves to spend time fishing, canoeing and swimming. In addition, there are two trailheads and regular interpretive programs located at the campground. Across from the Thirty Mile is the Weminuche Wilderness, the largest wilderness area in Colorado. It's a famously rugged region with three mountain peaks reaching over 14,000 feet. Keep reading
Recreation Anglers and hikers are common campers at Thirty Mile, and the San Juan Mountains provide great fun for backpackers and horse packers. Two trailheads, Squaw Creek and Weminuche Pass, lead eager hikers into the Weminuche Wilderness and link up to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Facilities No electric site hookups are available. Firewood is sold onsite. There is ample parking for day visitors but stock unloading and horse trailers are not permitted. Sites are designed for both tent and trailer camping. Drinking water is available. Natural Features The campground is located in a meadow among mature spruce and aspen trees, just between the Rio Grande River and Squaw Creek. All sites are nicely shaded and some overlook the creek. The Rio Grande National Forest spans 1.86 million acres in south-central Colorado. The Continental Divide runs for 236 miles along most of the forest's western border, presenting a myriad of ecosystems from alpine desert to dense wilderness. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.
The sites · 35
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THIR | 001 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| THIR | 002 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| THIR | 003 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| THIR | 004 | standard nonelectric | 86 ft | — | |
| THIR | 005 | standard nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| THIR | 006 | standard nonelectric | 34 ft | — | |
| THIR | 007 | standard nonelectric | 90 ft | — | |
| THIR | 008 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 009 | standard nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| THIR | 010 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| THIR | 011 | standard nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| THIR | 012 | standard nonelectric | 80 ft | — | |
| THIR | 013 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| THIR | 014 | standard nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| THIR | 015 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| THIR | 016 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 017 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 018 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 019 | standard nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| THIR | 020 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 021 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| THIR | 022 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 023 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| THIR | 024 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| THIR | 025 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| THIR | 026 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| THIR | 027 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 028 | standard nonelectric | 59 ft | — | |
| THIR | 029 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| THIR | 030 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| THIR | 031 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| THIR | 032 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| THIR | 033 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| THIR | 034 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| THIR | 035 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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Who runs it
Operated by Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
Your representative
This campground sits in CO-03. This member’s public-lands record →