US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Mineral County, Colorado. Run by United States Forest Service.
| Operator | United States Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 47 |
| Site types | 46 standard, no electric, 1 group tent only area no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 60 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (435) 245-6521 |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/riogrande/recarea/?recid=28918 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Big Meadows Campground before you go.
Big Meadows is located in the San Juan Mountains in south-central Colorado, about 11 miles west of South Fork. The campground is lightly wooded with spruce trees, creating a beautiful meadow atmosphere. The Rio Grande National Forest spans 1.86 million acres in south-central Colorado. The Continental Divide runs for 236 miles along most of the forest's western border, presenting a myriad of ecosystems from alpine desert to dense wilderness. Recreation An accessible fishing pier, located on the north shore of the reservoir, allows anglers to cast for rainbow, brown and brook trout. Hunting, boating and hiking are also popular pastimes.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Big Meadows Campground is in Mineral County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.