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Animas Forks

Animas Forks is located on a system of roads known as the Alpine Loop. The loop is a 65-mile (105 kilometers) system of unpaved roads which connects the small mountain towns of Lake City, Ouray, and Silverton. Most of the land in the area is managed by either the U.S. Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management. The Alpine Loop is visited by over 100,000 people each year. Animas Forks, at an elevation of 11,200 feet (3,400 meter), is more than two miles (3 kilometers) above sea level. The…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 37.93123, -107.57068

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • AMPHITHEATER (CO)
  • South Mineral
  • South Mineral Campground
  • The Pinhead Institute
  • Sunshine
  • MATTERHORN

Frequently asked questions

Is Animas Forks reservable?

Animas Forks is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Animas Forks ?

See the map for Animas Forks 's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Animas Forks ?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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