$29
Big Meadows Del Norte
Closed for the season
Total sites: 47
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
9,292 ft
64°F
44°F
44°F
poor
Rio Grande National Forest › Divide Ranger District › Colorado
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Big Meadows Del Norte Campground, CO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Big Meadows Del Norte Campground is located in the Divide Ranger District, Rio Grande National Forest (2 hrs 38 min northeast of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 9,292 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites including 10 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of August. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $29.00 to $99.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Campsite Reviews (120)
4.7 out of 5
| 5 star | 74% | |
| 4 star | 20% | |
| 3 star | 4% | |
| 2 star | 2% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
@TerryLee5267A9 · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #21
The camp host was not very accessible. The site was at the out edge and steep with the picnic table elevated above the parking site. The one water source was slow. Overall, the site was ok for a one-night stop over but not very usuable.
@TerryLee4828CF · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #21
The camp host was not very accessible. The site was at the out edge and steep with the picnic table elevated above the parking site. The one water source was slow. Overall, the site was ok for a one-night stop over but not very usuable.
@TerryW7794324 · Camped on Aug 12, 2025 at Campsite #45
Water pressure is going down. You can only get water at 3 lower faucets. Bad planning when the campground was completely redone all new water lines but did not drill deep enough. Still one of the best places to camp, fishing it always great!
@DavidR6871281 · Camped on Jul 28, 2025 at Campsite #22
The campground host, Oscar, was very helpful when my trailer door lock malfunctioned and I had to get a locksmith to come to the campground.
@KyleB8650944 · Camped on Jul 25, 2025 at Campsite #GS1
Group of 32 loved it here! Group site is one of a kind!
@kenC1322004 · Camped on Jul 23, 2025 at Campsite #6
Nice campground and great site. Lake was beautiful and very busy.
@MichaelO624286 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #10
Campground is clean and well maintained. The lake is a favorite of mine to paddle on and fish. Wonderful weekend!
@DebbyFF3476B02 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025 at Campsite #27
Each site has a fabulous view. Be sure and check the length of the site. One site i was in I could nut put out my slides.
@SusanT9565595 · Camped on Jul 15, 2025 at Campsite #38
Beautiful campground!
@KimberlyM76848 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #21
We moved to site 44 and really enjoyed it. There was shade in the morning and afternoon and a lot of privacy. No view of the lake, but that really wasn't an issue for us. This was a really fun place to visit. The view is beautiful and there is a lot to do. We hung by the beach at the lake most of the time and set up a little shade tent. You can hike, swim, fish, paddleboard and play in the river next to the road in the way in. Not many mosquitos. The weather does change quickly here and the altitude is pretty high.
@KimberlyM76848 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #21
We moved to site 44 and really enjoyed it. There was shade in the morning and afternoon and a lot of privacy. No view of the lake, but that really wasn't an issue for us. This was a really fun place to visit. The view is beautiful and there is a lot to do. We hung by the beach at the lake most of the time and set up a little shade tent. You can hike, swim, fish, paddleboard and play in the river next to the road in the way in. Not many mosquitos. The weather does change quickly here and the altitude is pretty high.
@ToriiKC02D722B · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #5
We spent the July 4th holiday weekend in our 20 trailer and really enjoyed it. The sites are big and spacious and for the most part not on top of each other. Good, easy access to the reservoir for SUPs/kayaks. Several water spigots throughout. Our only complaint was the constant hum of generators. I understand their need at times, but it would be nice if this campground implemented generator hours so that people wouldnt run them all day/night. After the generator users left on Sunday, the campground was remarkably more quiet and peaceful.
@GregoryE437002 · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #39
Beautiful reservoir and plenty of room to spread out. Layout of campground on ascending tiers is thoughtful. Tough finding shade in some spots, pit toilets are clean but sparse. Did not like the looping OHVs and generators, some people. Best site #38
@KitWC9D425DD72 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #18
It was wonderful to be by the lake and the views are phenomenal.
@KitWC9D425DD72 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #18
It was wonderful to be by the lake and the views are phenomenal.
@WilliamC221307 · Camped on Jun 26, 2025 at Campsite #11
It's a lovely lake in the San Juan Mountains, nice campground with lots of space between sites. Quiet at night, and in the day we kayaked and paddle-boarded on the lake. Had dinner in South Fork only 13 miles away. I'd recommend it to anyone.
@AlexH4146314 · Camped on Jun 26, 2025 at Campsite #38
The campground was very pretty, and the sites were well-kept. The only reason this is not a five star rating was the lack of intervention by the host with some loud campers. One camper ran his generator at 5a in the morning and, despite me telling the host, nothing was done. There was another camper who had a party with people speaking loudly at 2:45 AM. These are things the host should be on top of to make the experience good for everyone.
@MatthewJ669637 · Camped on Jun 25, 2025 at Campsite #20
Such an incredible campground and actually, one of my favorites of all time! I reserved spot 20, which is about midway up the slope from the reservoir with a beautiful view of the whole valley. The campground is incredibly clean with sites spaced well enough apart for privacy. As stated in other reviews, the bathrooms are immaculate! Also, while I only met them for a short time when they did their evening rounds, the couple that take care of the campground are very friendly and accommodating. Lovely place!
@MicaelaHA58806 · Camped on Jun 17, 2025 at Campsite #41
The site was great! Only one neighbor so very private location. The restroom was very clean. Unfortunately, someone was in our site when we arrived at check in time and ended up having to wait an hour for them to move before we were able to set up.
@scottb3088469 · Camped on Jun 2, 2025 at Campsite #6
Our favorite alpine lake to camp at in Colorado.
@MarkM2223984 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #3
Great camp ground with great views, lake access, and very nice hiking.Camp host very nice and accessible.
@TonyM2707929 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #43
Nice campground with a lake. Some campsites are completely exposed to bring shade.
@TrevorD9221538 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #GS1
This is an amazingly beautiful campground right on the side of a lake. The facilities were super-clean and the host was very nice. The group site is meant for tent camping and not overlanding vehicles. We had 6 vehicles - 5 roof/vehicle campers and 1 tent camper. The tent sites are very nice and centrally located around an area of picnic tables and fire pit but the parking lot is pretty small. We did however manage to get all 6 vehicles parked into this space. Thanks for a great stay!
@KarenA3113834 · Camped on Aug 18, 2024 at Campsite #3
Camp hosts were exceptional! Toilets clean and promptly attended to a bathroom that had been recently soiled.
@ScottH7806643 · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #6
What a wonderful campground! The hosts keep the campground and bathrooms very clean and orderly. You camp within easy walking distance to the lake for paddleboarding and fishing. There are numerous hiking trails nearby, with the Archuleta Lake Trail Head right at the campground. We come back here every summer, so that says a lot.
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