Target Tree Campground
San Juan National Forest
Write a Review 1551 US-160 Hesperus, CO 81326 970-882-6800 970-247-4874 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 37.3394, -108.1896
Overview of Target Tree Campground
Some campsites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 45 ft. max in length.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.
Last Price Paid: $30
Reported by Kamping Koops on 9/8/2024
Longest RV Reported: 39 feet (Class A)
Reported by Kamping Koops on 9/8/2024
Number of Sites 28
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally May - Sept.
Elevation 7,644 ft / 2,329 m
Max Length 45 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Target Tree Campground 28 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 8/21/2022
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Last reported 8/9/2022
“Beautiful & Class A Friendly”
Reviewed 9/8/2024
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 18 |
| RV Length: | 39' (Class A) |
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We are 38ft 12’ 7” Class A and had no problem maneuvering. 2 spots as you pull in to unhook your towed, 2nd one is more flat. We were in Loop A Site 18. Loop B is very small and for tiny vehicles! We barely fit when checking it out in our suv so don’t take that right stay left for Loop A. There are lots of open sites, and many where pe... more
We are 38ft 12’ 7” Class A and had no problem maneuvering. 2 spots as you pull in to unhook your towed, 2nd one is more flat. We were in Loop A Site 18. Loop B is very small and for tiny vehicles! We barely fit when checking it out in our suv so don’t take that right stay left for Loop A. There are lots of open sites, and many where people left early. Very peaceful although you can hear the tires on the highway but nothing loud or bothersome, night time was peaceful even with all our windows open. Sites are all private and tucked in & campground is spotless! What an amazing job the camp host is doing! Highly recommend! We got just enough sun in early Sept to keep solar recharging batteries even with scattered clouds and sprinkles.
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Kamping Koops would stay here again
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“Very clean, well maintained campground”
Reviewed 9/23/2023
| Nightly rate: | $22 |
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Pulled in around 8:00 pm. Road as you turn off from hwy is bumpy. However, once in the campground, the road is good! Level sites, many pull thru's for trailers or large rv's. Each site has a picnic table. Definitely recommend this campground!
camper-871369 would stay here again
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“San Juan Mtn Beauty & close to Durango”
Reviewed 6/23/2023
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 10 |
| RV Length: | 14' (Teardrop Trailer) |
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The sites are well-spaced so noise from other campers was non existent. There's some road noise but it fades as the night unfolds. The road in is well maintianed & easy to navigate. The sites are spacious, clean & level. There are water spigots throughout the campground and 3 sets of pit toilets. CH was kind and present. I love being ... more
The sites are well-spaced so noise from other campers was non existent. There's some road noise but it fades as the night unfolds. The road in is well maintianed & easy to navigate. The sites are spacious, clean & level. There are water spigots throughout the campground and 3 sets of pit toilets. CH was kind and present. I love being able to have a wood fire-but you need to purchase in area or campground d/t invasive species. We had rain but the campsite drained well. The only reason for 4 stars was the cost of camping w/ pit toilets, w/o showers, hook ups. We loved being close to Durango-the Animas River is breathtakingly beautiful and downtown Durango, Silverton etc are a charming glimpse to the past.
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camper-817608 would stay here again
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“Nice! Love the 50% discount with my golden geezer card.”
Reviewed 11/16/2022
| Nightly rate: | $11 |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | 10 |
| RV Length: | 24' (Travel Trailer) |
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We stayed here June 30- July 5, 2022. Great National Forrest campground close to a lot of things to see. We visited Four Corners, Mesa Verde, and Durango for July 4th. We were going to go to Canyon of the Ancients but it rained so we spent a nice day reading in the trailer. Very clean campground with water available (no electric or ... more
We stayed here June 30- July 5, 2022. Great National Forrest campground close to a lot of things to see. We visited Four Corners, Mesa Verde, and Durango for July 4th. We were going to go to Canyon of the Ancients but it rained so we spent a nice day reading in the trailer. Very clean campground with water available (no electric or dump). Dump is 8 miles down the road in Durango and free at a gas station. No showers, but we use our own anyway. Pit toilets are cleaned daily by a friendly and attentive host. Most sites seem pretty level and several will hold big rigs. I enjoy these campgrounds more than RV parks, but the wife likes the RV parks so we stay there mostly. So this was a great stop for me. Love being in the forest. I didn't notice much highway noise as you are a little ways off the highway and up the hill. Overall, great place!
JerryandDiane-Catch.us.if.you.can. would stay here again
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“Fantastic!”
Reviewed 8/21/2022
| Nightly rate: | $11 |
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| Days stayed: | 10 |
| Site Number: | 5 |
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Target Tree is a well laid out, quiet place to camp. The area is beautiful. The host was top notch. Blaine was very friendly and helpful in getting me settled. The campsites are well cared for and the whole area was kept clean and inviting. The dumpster and water stations were also easy to access. The restrooms were sanitized twice da... more
Target Tree is a well laid out, quiet place to camp. The area is beautiful. The host was top notch. Blaine was very friendly and helpful in getting me settled. The campsites are well cared for and the whole area was kept clean and inviting. The dumpster and water stations were also easy to access. The restrooms were sanitized twice daily which is a big plus for me. They also have wood for sale for the fire rings. The overall experience was peaceful and relaxing. One of the best kept campgrounds I’ve been to! I plan to make this one of my annual camping spots! Even though the rate is $22.00, with my senior pass I paid $11.00.
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Divinityfellowship@gmail.com would stay here again
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“Nice forested campground private sites”
Reviewed 8/9/2022
| Nightly rate: | $22 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 8 |
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Well designed campground. 30 sites total. Clean bathrooms, trash dumpster, water. ( water is trucked in from Durango, not available to fill your RV) Tent pads, picnic table and fire ring at all sites. 19 reservable sites on line, 11 first come first serve sites. Helpful, friendly camphost, close to Mesa Verde, Mancos, and Durango. ... more
Well designed campground. 30 sites total. Clean bathrooms, trash dumpster, water. ( water is trucked in from Durango, not available to fill your RV)
Tent pads, picnic table and fire ring at all sites. 19 reservable sites on line, 11 first come first serve sites.
Helpful, friendly camphost, close to Mesa Verde, Mancos, and Durango.
Will definitely be back.
Open early May till late September.
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Lee would stay here again
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“Awesome!”
Reviewed 7/25/2022
| Nightly rate: | $12 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 5 |
| RV Length: | 19' (Toy Hauler Travel Trailer) |
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Beautiful, clean campground! The camp host was amazing! Ive never been in cleaner vault toilets..no smell at all. Beautiful area. The only draw back is slight noise from the highway. Would defiantly recommend this campground
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Debbie would stay here again
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“Great Location for visiting Mesa Verde NP”
Reviewed 6/25/2022
| Nightly rate: | $22 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 018 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Fifth Wheel) |
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Target Tree Campground is only 15 minutes from the entrance to Mesa Verde. The campground was very quiet other than distant noise from the traffic below. Don’t believe the deceptive title of another review, water is available. The pit toilets were very clean. We had no problem maneuvering our 35’ fifth wheel to our site. Solar was goo... more
Target Tree Campground is only 15 minutes from the entrance to Mesa Verde. The campground was very quiet other than distant noise from the traffic below. Don’t believe the deceptive title of another review, water is available. The pit toilets were very clean.
We had no problem maneuvering our 35’ fifth wheel to our site. Solar was good during the mid-day, but be forewarned, there are plenty of tall trees.
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Mortimer Brewster would stay here again
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“No Water”
Reviewed 6/9/2022
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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I'm not sure why you'd stay here for >$22/night without hookups when you could camp for free on Madden Peak Road with great accessibility for large rigs less than 5 minutes down the road. The campground is right off the highway with the commensurate road noise. They don't allow you to fill up on water at the spigots dispersed aroun... more
I'm not sure why you'd stay here for >$22/night without hookups when you could camp for free on Madden Peak Road with great accessibility for large rigs less than 5 minutes down the road. The campground is right off the highway with the commensurate road noise.
They don't allow you to fill up on water at the spigots dispersed around the campground even if you offer to pay the day use fee despite a lack of posted signage.
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“Closed for the winter”
Reviewed 10/21/2021
| RV Length: | 35' (Travel Trailer) |
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Tried stopping here on Oct 17 and there is a closed gate across the entrance. I did not expect it to be officially open, but I was not sure if it would still be available for boondocking. No such luck. Fortunately, Madden Peak Road is only about a half mile away and had several spots available which can handle larger trailers.
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“Closed Gate 10-11-23 FYI”
noted 10/11/2023
Wanted to stay here with all the great reviews but the gate at the highway was closed on 10-11-23 so just incase you we’re hoping to stay there too before the end of October
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- horse corral
- restrooms: vault
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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