Within Rio Grande National Forest, Highway Springs Campground provides a riverside setting along State Highway 160 just outside South Fork. This Forest Service facility operates Memorial Day through Labor Day and accommodates RVs up to 35 feet with standard amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets.
The campground features approximately a dozen sites arranged in two loops, with the lower loop positioned closer to the river. Sites include bear-proof food lockers and allow pets. Despite highway proximity, the sound of flowing water helps mask traffic noise. The high elevation location brings cool summer temperatures and potential for early fall frost, even in September. Campers seeking pet-friendly options near Rio Grande National Forest will find this a convenient base for forest exploration.
Description
This is a conveniently located campground with two loops located right along US Highway 160 4.1 miles west of South Fork, Colorado. The lower loop is comprised of Aspen and a few Ponderosa pines and includes all the tent sites. The upper loop circles a knoll above US Highway 160 with shade provided by mature Ponderosa pines. This loop also provides excellent views of the surrounding area and mountains. The south fork the Rio Grande River provides fishing opportunities just south of the campground down in the valley. The newly remodeled (2010) facilities include 13 campsites with tables and fireplaces, 2 vault type toilets, and adequate turn around and parking space for RV's. No drinking water or firewood is provided. Scroll down to Information Center for individual site descriptions.
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Location
Public CampgroundHighway Springs Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
Directions from South Fork, Colorado: Take U.S. Highway 160 4.1 miles southwest toward Pagosa Springs and Wolf Creek Pass. Turn left (south) into campground right off the Highway. Look for a large Brown and Cream colored sign.
Coordinates
37.6229097 N
106.685184 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/4/26
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/4/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/4/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 50 min from Pueblo, CO
- 4 hrs 13 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 4 hrs 29 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 5 hrs 18 min from Farmington, NM
