Lower Piedra
Lower Piedra
Part of San Juan National Forest
Overview
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.
If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
The Lower Piedra Campground is just north of U.S. Highway 160 on the west side of the Piedra River, about 18 miles east of Bayfield and 25 miles west of Pagosa Springs. It is about a half mile up Forest Rd. 621 on the west side of the river (not to be confused with the First Fork Road [Forest Rd. 622] on the east side of the river). The campground offers 17 large, level sites with plenty of shade. Fishing opportunities are available.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.Important Notices
ALERT: Campground will be closed for the 2026 season due to flooding damage caused by the rainstorms in October 2025. The access road has been washed away. The campground will remain closed until repairs can be made.
Notifications and Alerts
ALERT: Campground will be closed for the 2026 season due to flooding damage.
Contact Information
Phone: N/A
