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Blanco River Group Campground

San Juan National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: San Juan NF, CO, CO

Price: From $140 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

Blanco River Group Campground is located four miles off U.S. Highway 84, on Forest Road 656. It is about 15 miles southeast of Pagosa Springs, on the Blanco River.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/blanco-river-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Blanco River Group Campground offers a secluded and quiet setting ideal for family and friends to gather, with good trout fishing access on the Blanco River. Located conveniently between Chama, N.M., and Pagosa Springs, Colo., it serves as an accessible stopping point for travelers.

Wildlife alert: American Elk, Mule Deer, Golden Eagle, Osprey, and Red-tailed Hawk are present in the area. Western Terrestrial Garter Snake and Spiny Lizards also inhabit the region.

Insider tips for Blanco River Group Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand The campground is suitable for self-contained RVs despite lacking hookups Located four miles off U.S. Highway 84 on Forest Road 656 for a secluded experience

Skip Blanco River Group Campground if: You require RV hookups - none are available. You need to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only. You prefer larger campgrounds - only 1 site available.

Best time to visit Blanco River Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: East Fork Campground (San Juan Nf - Co) (Pagosa Springs, CO), West Fork Campground (San Juan NF, CO), Ute Campground (Co) (Bayfield, CO), Elwood Cabin (La Jara, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blanco River Group Campground

Cell signal at Blanco River Group Campground (San Juan NF, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    San Juan NF, CO, CO★ 4.6 (8 reviews)From $140/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Blanco River Group Campground is located four miles off U.S. Highway 84, on Forest Road 656. It is about 15 miles southeast of Pagosa Springs, on the Blanco River.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You require RV hookups - none are available✕ You need to camp outside May through October - seasonal operations only✕ You prefer larger campgrounds - only 1 site available

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

    The campground is suitable for self-contained RVs despite lacking hookups

    Located four miles off U.S. Highway 84 on Forest Road 656 for a secluded experience

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: American Elk, Mule Deer, Golden Eagle, Osprey, and Red-tailed Hawk are present in the area. Western Terrestrial Garter Snake and Spiny Lizards also inhabit the region.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    970-264-2268· San Juan National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Pagosa Springs, Colorado, travel 13 miles south on Highway 84, then turn east on Forest Road 656 for approximately two miles.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — San Juan National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at San Juan National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Blanco River Group Campground cost per night?+
    Blanco River Group Campground costs $140 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Blanco River Group Campground open?+
    Blanco River Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Blanco River Group Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Blanco River Group Campground?+
    Blanco River Group Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Blanco River Group Campground?+
    Blanco River Group Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Blanco River Group Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blanco River Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Blanco River Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Blanco River Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

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    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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    $140 /night★ 4.6 (8)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    East Fork Campground (San Juan Nf - Co)

    Pagosa Springs, CO

    From $32/night

    West Fork Campground

    San Juan NF, CO

    From $32/night

    Ute Campground (Co)

    Bayfield, CO

    From $22/night

    Elwood Cabin

    La Jara, CO

    From $50/night

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