US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Dolores County, Colorado. Run by USFS.
| Operator | USFS |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (San Juan National Forest) |
| Campsites | 27 |
| Site types | 19 standard, electric, 8 standard, no electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 19 sites |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 70 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Cayton Campground before you go.
Cayton Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145) and the Dolores River. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities. Recreation The Dolores River is a popular fishing destination that can often be crowded on summer weekends. Anglers will find rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. The area boasts some excellent trails. The Colorado Trail follows the ridge across Bolam Pass. The Lizard Head and Cross Mountain Trails near Lizard Head Pass lead to alpine basins surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks.
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.
Cayton Campground is in Dolores 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.