| Facilities: Mancos Campground provides tables, grills, vault toilets and water hydrants.The other campground lies on the northern shore of the lake. It is considered a primitive site, because there is no drinking water available. Each site includes a grill, table and access to vault toilets. Two picnic areas exist along the northern shore of the lake. Reservations: Reservations for Mancos Campground can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777. Best Time To Visit: Mancos Campground is open year round. Fees: An overnight camping fee is charged. Accessibility: The campground is accessible for disabled persons. Please contact the Park Ranger for further information. Rules: Length of Stay - There is a 28 day maximum stay allowed per Colorado park during any 45 day period. One camping unit with up to 6 people is allowed per campsite. A violation of this regulation may result in the visitor being required to purchase an additional campsite (if available), or the reservation may be terminated and the appropriate fees refunded. The allowable combinations are one passenger vehicle and two tents; or one motorized vehicle towing a camping trailer and one tent (if space allows). If space permits, one additional passenger vehicle and/or motorcycle may be parked at a campsite. Directions: To reach Mancos Campground from Durango, travel west on U.S. Highway 160 west 27 miles to the town of Mancos. Go north on State Highway 184 1/2 mile and turn east onto County Rd 42 (Forest Service Rd 561). Go 5 miles and take Rd N to the park entrance. To reach Mancos Campground from Cortez, travel east on U.S. Highway 160 to Mancos. Go north on State Highway 184 1/2 mile and turn east onto County Rd 42 (Forest Service Rd 561). Go 5 miles and take Rd N to the park entrance. | |
