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North Canyon Campground, open only during the peak summer season, is 1/2 mile north of Graham Creek Campground on the east side of the reservoir on Forest Rd. 603.
Among the 21 sites are several suitable for larger sized RVs. The North Canyon Trail takes off just across the road from the campground. It travels uphill to offer scenic
vistas of the reservoir.
The East Creek Trail is reached by driving about 1/4 mile up Forest Rd. 852, just northeast of the campground entrance. Both trails are popular with horseback riders. (Horses are not allowed in the campground.)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Vallecito Reservoir is a large reservoir surrounded by forested
slopes, with views of high peaks. Vallecito is 15 miles north of
Bayfield on County Road 501 (Forest Rd. 600). There are 6 USFS
campgrounds and one day-use area situated around the reservoir.
The full-service community of Vallecito is along the west side
of the reservoir; the east side is mostly undeveloped. Motorized
boating is allowed, and boats and equipment rentals are available at private marinas.
Fishing is good in the reservoir and streams that feed it. Fishing licenses and
supplies are sold at local stores. From campgrounds, you can take short walks to
scenic overlooks or long treks into the Weminuche Wilderness (only foot and stock
travel are allowed in Wilderness).
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