Transfer Park Campground

San Juan National Forest — riverside

Location: Durango, CO, CO

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Highly rated campground (4.8/5 stars) with gorgeous scenery, clean facilities, and direct access to the Florida River and Burnt Timber Trailhead. Campers praise its quiet atmosphere and proximity to hiking and fishing.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Dusky Grouse, Steller's Jay, Tree Swallow, Mallard, and Greater Short-horned Lizard

Insider tips for Transfer Park Campground: First-come, first-served only—arrive early to claim a site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment Florida River is directly adjacent to campground for fishing access

Skip Transfer Park Campground if: You need hookups—no hookups available. You require advance reservations—first-come, first-served only. You visit outside May-October season—campground is closed.

Best time to visit Transfer Park Campground: July — Mid-July was reported at half capacity with good weather for fishing and creek access. May-October — Official operating season.

Nearby campgrounds: Florida Campground (Co) (Durango, CO), Miller Creek (Durango, CO), Vallecito Campground (Bayfield, CO), Chris Park (Durango, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Transfer Park Campground

Cell signal at Transfer Park Campground (Durango, 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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Durango, CO, CO★ 4 (0 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 need hookups—no hookups available✕ You require advance reservations—first-come, first-served only✕ You visit outside May-October season—campground is closed

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served only

arrive early to claim a site

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment

Florida River is directly adjacent to campground for fishing access

Best: July

Mid-July was reported at half capacity with good weather for fishing and creek access

Best: May-October

Official operating season

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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 Black Bear present in area; also Dusky Grouse, Steller's Jay, Tree Swallow, Mallard, and Greater Short-horned Lizard

Location

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N/A· San Juan National Forest

Campground entrance

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Community

#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 Transfer Park Campground cost per night?+
Transfer Park Campground costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Transfer Park Campground open?+
Transfer Park Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Transfer Park Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Transfer Park Campground?+
Transfer Park Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Transfer Park Campground?+
Transfer Park 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 Transfer Park Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Transfer Park Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Transfer Park Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Transfer Park Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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
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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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$22 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Florida Campground (Co)

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Chris Park

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From $140/night

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