Overview
Mogote Campground is located along the Conejos River, making it a perfect location for fishing and hiking. The pleasant campground is well shaded by groves of ponderosa pine and a mixture of cottonwood, spruce, willow and aspen.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(All campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(Majority of the campsites have 2:00 pm)
Checkout Time
(Majority of the campsites have 12:00 pm)
Driveway Entry
(Majority of the campsites have back in)
Firepit
(42 of 43 campsites have Firepit)
Hike In Distance To Site
(Up to 0')
Max Num Of People
(Up to 20)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 10)
Pets Allowed
(All campsites have Pets Allowed)
Picnic Table
(All campsites have Picnic Table)
Shade
(Majority of the campsites have true)
Site Access
(All campsites have Site Acceses)
Natural Features




The campground sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet, and is separated into an upper and lower loop. The lower loop sits along the fast-flowing Conejos River and many sites face the water. The campground is perched in a wooded section along the river valley.Rio Grande National Forest stretches across 1.86 million acres in south-central Colorado. The forest encompasses a myriad of ecosystems ranging from high elevation desert at 7,600 feet above sea level to rocky crags at over 14,300 feet in the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Recreation


The Conejos River is a Gold Medal River, offering a high potential for trophy trout fishing. Rainbow and brown trout are the most common species in the river. Popular hikes include the 15-mile Elk Creek Trail and the 10.9-mile South Fork Conejos Trail.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 60ft
tent-Up to 60ft
trailer-Up to 60ft
vehicle-Up to 30ft
5th wheel-Up to 45ft
camper van-Up to 45ft
pickup camper-Up to 45ft
pop up camper-Up to 45ft
Nearby Attractions
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad can be accessed from Antonito. The train makes a 640-mile journey through abandoned mining towns, creating great entertainment for young and old.