South Mineral, Silverton, Colorado | Wild Camping
United States
Details
- Verified:
- 10 months ago
- GPS:
- 37.82179, -107.72002
- Altitude:
- 2901.8 masl
- Website:
- None
- Contributor:
-
justin.lewis
Amenities
- Electricity:
- No
- Wifi:
- No
- Kitchen:
- No
- Restaurant:
- No
- Showers:
- No
- Water:
- Natural Source
- Toilets:
- No
- Big Rig Friendly:
- Yes
- Tent Friendly:
- Yes
- Pet Friendly:
- Yes
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Description
iOverlander cannot verify if wild camping is permitted at this location. It is your responsibility to verify local laws or obtain consent before staying the night.
South Mineral Campground, located along South Mineral Creek, is one of the most popular campgrounds in the San Juan National Forest. The campground has 26 sites, all of which are first-come, first-serve. Most campsites are shaded and well-spaced thanks to spruce and fir trees. Some sites are handicapped accessible. Some sites have large parking areas.
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A small pullout just before the Golden Horn campground. Several good spots for tents or you can just camp in your vehicle in the pullout. It is right alongside the stream looking up the valley at the big mountains. No cell phone service but Starlink worked great.
Report Check-InAlright place if your in a pinch. Absolutely overfilled. people camping right next to each other with 0 privacy.
Report Check-InGreat spot that’s right on the water. Very close to Silverton and other trails. I’m not sure on big rigs where we were. We have an R-pod and 4 door Jeep.
Report Check-InAmazing campsites along the river on 585. Several paid campsites as well. You can use the bathroom at the last campground across from the Ice Lakes Trailhead. They also have water. Hike the Ice Lakes and Island Lake Trail while you’re there. Most amazing hike!
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