US Forest ServiceFreeSan Juan National Forest
Weminuche Wilderness Camp CO
Durango, Colorado, Colorado11,864 ft🗓 Jul–Sep
About this site
San Juan NF backcountry camping in Colorado's largest wilderness. Needle Range 14ers, Continental Divide access.
Peak season temperatures
60°F
Avg high
39°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Canada LynxMountain GoatWapitiLong-tailed WeaselWandering Garter Snake
Activities
Backpacking14er SummitingFishingHorse Packing
Amenities
Bear Box RequiredCreek AccessTrail Access
Site types
BackpackTentHorse Camp
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- San Juan National Forest
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Jul–Sep
- Elevation
- 11,864 ft
- Peak temps
- 39°–60°F
- Rating
- 4.9 (94)
- Coordinates
- 37.6834, -107.6234
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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