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Target Tree Campground is seven miles east of Mancos on the north side of Highway
160. Near Mesa Verde National Park.
Its 25 sites on a south-facing hillside overlook Thompson Park; 17 are
barrier-free. Most large and pull-thru sites require mechanical leveling of RVs. Many
sites are shady, but can be hot on sunny days. Five campsites accommodate horse
users.
Picnic tables, composting vault toilets, fire grates, trash disposal, potable water. Adjacent picnic area. No electricity, dump station, firewood, or showers.
The campground also offers one group campsite that will hold
up to 25 people, or up to 5 horse trailers.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
This campground's name refers to the Ute Indians' use of the area to harvest sap and bark of ponderosa pines as food supplements. They also used trees for target practice. Scarred trees remain; a short trail leads to one, and historical markers explain their usage. The campground is known for a variety of birds; a sign lists species found in the
vicinity.
The Narrow Gauge Trail begins near campsite 37 and leads uphill 3.4 miles to an old railroad grade.
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