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San Juan NF, CO, CO★ 4.6 (8 reviews)From $140/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-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-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 entryBook 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 + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: 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
970-264-2268· San Juan National Forest
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 APICommunity
#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, speakableHow 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
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$140 /night★ 4.6 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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