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The Florida Campground is 4 miles north of Miller
Creek Campground above the reservoir, with 20 shaded
campsites. Do not trespass on the private property adjacent
to the south side of the campground. A few short
pull-thru and back-in sites can accommodate larger RVs.
Tent campsites are well-shaded and near the river.
Large groups can reserve the Florida Group Area, just
beyond the regular camping area, which accommodates
up to 75 people. The group area has 6 double tables, a
buffet table, and 4 fire grates. RV parking is limited. Near
the campground entrance, the East Florida Road (Forest
Rd. 597) winds steeply uphill. The Lost Lake and Stump
Lake Trails begin along this road, offering short, easy
hikes to backcountry lakes.
There are mountains and the Florida River nearby. Site is located 2.5 miles from Lemon Reservoir. A store and telephone are 7.5 miles away. Popular activities include hiking, hunting, stream fishing, bicycling and the Colorado Free Fishing Days.
Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance. Additional fees for additional people will be collected at the campground. There are no fire bans at this time but it is recommended that you call the Forest prior to your arrival for updated fire information. There is only enough parking for 25 vehicles. Please adjust capacity if you are bringing RVs.
DIRECTIONS:
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
37.45, -107.66639
Florida Campground is in southwestern Colorado. From Bayfield, go north off US Highway 160 on to County Road 501. Go 10 miles, turn left onto County Road 240, go 3 miles. Turn right on County Road 243, then go 7 miles to Florida Campground.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Lemon Reservoir, in the Florida River drainage, offers a less developed setting than Vallecito. Drive 16 miles
northeast of Durango on Florida Road (County Rd. 240) to County Rd. 243 (Forest Rd. 596). The road is paved
as far as the dam. There is a small store south of the dam, but full services are in Vallecito, Durango, or Bayfield.
Fishing is usually good. Most of the shoreline is fairly steep, except at the upper end. Only the east side of the
reservoir is accessible by road. The sole boat launch is at Miller Creek Campground. Motorized boating is allowed.
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