Sauls Creek Dispersed Camping
San Juan National Forest
Write a Review CR-527 Bayfield, CO 81122 970-884-2512 970-247-4874 Official WebsiteGPS: 37.2432, -107.5512
Overview of Sauls Creek Dispersed Camping
Gate opens April 30th, weather dependent.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by nd987 on 7/22/2024
Longest RV Reported: 45 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Tim on 10/6/2022
Pad Type dirt
Open Seasonally May-Nov
Elevation 6,955 ft / 2,119 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Sauls Creek Dispersed Camping 34 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 6/17/2023
“NO CAMPING UNTIL MAY 1st”
Reviewed 4/7/2022
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| Days stayed: | 0 |
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| RV Length: | 43' (Toy Hauler Fifth Wheel) |
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We arrived on a beautiful April afternoon. The gates were closed and we had to fall back and punt to Plan B, which was Marcos State Park, an hour back west. Apparently that’s a thing in all the national forests in the area, no access until May 1st? We were thinking of spending the night in the parking area, but it was full of deer... more
We arrived on a beautiful April afternoon. The gates were closed and we had to fall back and punt to Plan B, which was Marcos State Park, an hour back west. Apparently that’s a thing in all the national forests in the area, no access until May 1st?
We were thinking of spending the night in the parking area, but it was full of deer carcasses. Bummer.
Mike & Nancy would stay here again
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“Quiet, relaxing stay.”
Reviewed 5/30/2021
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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After a long day of searching for a site around durango on a holiday with no luck, we found this place. There were a decent amount of established sites to choose from. We chose towards the end of the road. When we arrived there was a herd of cattle free ranging which was a nice surprise. We originally picked a secluded spot behind the ... more
After a long day of searching for a site around durango on a holiday with no luck, we found this place. There were a decent amount of established sites to choose from. We chose towards the end of the road. When we arrived there was a herd of cattle free ranging which was a nice surprise. We originally picked a secluded spot behind the clearing but moved to the site in clearing the next day because the sun was very hot in the am. It wasnt too crowded and it was quiet at night. During the day there is some ohv noise but not too often and it doesnt bother me. Most sites are really large, great for large groups. Plenty of firewood laying around if you have a saw with you. T-mobile service was almost perfect at the end of the road, pretty wild. I will def come back!
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Jenn would stay here again
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“A chilly night under the trees”
Reviewed 10/15/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | NA |
| RV Length: | 25' (Class C) |
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All the prior reviews are quite consistent and I agree with all that has been said. Great area, reasonably easy to access, and definitely quiet, at least in these chilly days of mid-October (it got down to 26F). There were a couple of fire rings but NO FIRES are allowed. There was an unoccupied 5th wheel on the opposite side of the roa... more
All the prior reviews are quite consistent and I agree with all that has been said. Great area, reasonably easy to access, and definitely quiet, at least in these chilly days of mid-October (it got down to 26F). There were a couple of fire rings but NO FIRES are allowed. There was an unoccupied 5th wheel on the opposite side of the road from where I parked, a smaller class A and a van in the more open area to the right as I drove in, but no people or trucks cruising by. The dog and I had a nice walk in the woods and discovered a designated bike trail a bit further in - the Horizon Loops. T-Mobile 10/2 and AT&T hotspot 14/0.5. I pinned my spot at 37.237088, -107.531235.
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Wandering Pulse would stay here again
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“Great free overnight ”
Reviewed 8/23/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Very few people here, suspect most like hookups! We had our choice of trees or the open area and decided on the latter to we could see the stars and sunrise. Confused by the other reviews, but there are multiple routes in. We took the first right after the signage...stop and see the map. Huge sites were available, would be great for... more
Very few people here, suspect most like hookups! We had our choice of trees or the open area and decided on the latter to we could see the stars and sunrise. Confused by the other reviews, but there are multiple routes in. We took the first right after the signage...stop and see the map. Huge sites were available, would be great for group. Perfect overnight about 2 miles off the highway. Will stay again.
Verizon 4G
Wakes2Slopes would stay here again
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“Beautiful. Not a ton of spots.”
Reviewed 6/15/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
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Easy to access. We have a very big rig and if we hadn't scoped out spots, there could have been hard turnaround spots. So I definitely recommend scoping out spots if you are in a big rig. The views are beautiful. The time of year we were here (mid June) had tons of black flies. It made it hard to sit outside and they were biting ou... more
Easy to access. We have a very big rig and if we hadn't scoped out spots, there could have been hard turnaround spots. So I definitely recommend scoping out spots if you are in a big rig.
The views are beautiful. The time of year we were here (mid June) had tons of black flies. It made it hard to sit outside and they were biting our dogs nonstop.
The further you are up on the road are the less service that is available. We have Verizon and ATT. Verizon had nothing and ATT worked on the weekend, but during the week I couldn't even make phone calls without dropping them. We moved to a different spot and got decent internet and cell service through ATT and verizon.
Overall, I would stay here again, especially if I can get a handle on the bugs.
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Rose would stay here again
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“Beautiful area”
Reviewed 10/28/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 20' (Pop Up Camper) |
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Camped 10/8/19 (Tue). After reading Campendium reviews and checking the area on satellite view, we planned our stop here and spots to camp at, but those spots were taken. We were a little apprehensive about traveling further back and being able to turn around with our camper (if we didn't find something), but it wasn't an issue. We ... more
Camped 10/8/19 (Tue). After reading Campendium reviews and checking the area on satellite view, we planned our stop here and spots to camp at, but those spots were taken. We were a little apprehensive about traveling further back and being able to turn around with our camper (if we didn't find something), but it wasn't an issue. We found a great spot on Road 755A. GPS is 37.2371,-107.5476. Elevation 7050.
One reason for the apprehension was the deep drainage trenches on either side of the graded roads. Our site had a "driveway" in, and the trench was somewhat filled (we filled in more w/rocks & dirt). The site was very large, private, in the trees and had a fire ring of stones. It was level, hardly any trash, and the ground was dirt - actually more of a fine dust. There was an oil rig at the end of the side road along our site, but it wasn't operating. It was beautiful and quiet, but you could hear some Hwy 160 noise at times.
There's a gas station about 1 mile west of the Sauls Creek entrance road. We didn't notice any partying locals, but people came in with horse trailers, to unload & ride the area on their horses. Thankfully, we weren't there during hunting season.
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WhatsNext_OutWest would stay here again
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“Small campers/vans best”
Reviewed 8/10/2019
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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| RV Length: | 16' |
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We weren't comfortable going on the dirt road past the gasline and cattle guard. So we stayed on the gravel in the open in the sun. It was fine for a free night but not my idea. After walking further to the sites listed in the other reviews, we were happy we didn't. There were ruts which would have bottomed us out. and the sites we... more
We weren't comfortable going on the dirt road past the gasline and cattle guard. So we stayed on the gravel in the open in the sun. It was fine for a free night but not my idea. After walking further to the sites listed in the other reviews, we were happy we didn't. There were ruts which would have bottomed us out. and the sites were not big enough for 25' to get in. Maybe we are just too cautious but I'm happy with that. Late in the day and in the early morning horse trailers came as well as ATV trailers with riders going out.
No creek.
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“Totally spread out, perfect private camping ”
Reviewed 7/19/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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There are so many spots to choose from along these roads. We slept like babies because it was SO quiet. We were passing through from Arizona and it was our first stop. We originally planned to rogue camp rather than pay for a site in close quarters to others because hey, we don’t like that type of camping. After not being able to find ... more
There are so many spots to choose from along these roads. We slept like babies because it was SO quiet. We were passing through from Arizona and it was our first stop. We originally planned to rogue camp rather than pay for a site in close quarters to others because hey, we don’t like that type of camping. After not being able to find much online we came across this site and the amazing helpful reviews of more “locally known” spots. So thankful! We got in at 10 pm and left about 8 am, admiring the beauty. Love Colorado! Will return to sauls creek for sure but can’t wait to try other areas nearby too.
Azlady1 would stay here again
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“Nice”
Reviewed 7/4/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Nice area to camp outside Durango (25minutes). Typical graded forest service road that is wash-boardy in places. We took a right on the first road after you pass the Saul’s Creek info sign, and ran that road back a little til we found a nice spot. It was perfect weather and no traffic when we stayed.
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jglow would stay here again
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Reviewed 7/4/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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Nice views, mild weather, secluded, close to the hwy but doesn't feel like it. Too many bugs. I'v campd, all over the country and many times in colorado I'v never had such a problam with bugs outside of the south, otherwise would have given it 5 stars. No creek or lake. Maybe because it is so close to the hwy, there were many gun sh... more
Nice views, mild weather, secluded, close to the hwy but doesn't feel like it. Too many bugs. I'v campd, all over the country and many times in colorado I'v never had such a problam with bugs outside of the south, otherwise would have given it 5 stars. No creek or lake. Maybe because it is so close to the hwy, there were many gun shells and the people before us left the site a mess. Not sure if this is a location thing or just luck. On a related note clean up your camp site people
Mclavender would stay here again
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Reviewed 4/10/2018
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 0 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Bus) |
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Gate closed on April 10. Scheduled to open May 1. 4 bars Verizon 4G at gate.
Verizon 4G
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