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Camping · Durango, CO

Bay City Campground

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Live · nearest station Durango, 12 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

61°

Smoky

Feels like 61°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

0.4 low

Sun window

6:23 am to 8:11 pm

Animas River at Durango is running 169 cfs, water 63°.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

8,732ft

Season

May - Seppeak now

About

Bay City Campground is a free, rustic Bureau of Land Management (BLM) dispersed camping site located near Durango, Colorado. Situated at an elevation of 8,732 feet, the campground offers a primitive experience along a river. Access is straightforward for most vehicles, including passenger cars, with parking available on-site. The site operates seasonally from May through September. While some sources list restrooms, other visitor reviews and descriptions emphasize a pack-in, pack-out policy with no on-site bathroom facilities. The terrain is moderate, featuring uneven ground and proximity to hiking trails. Pets are permitted, and fires are allowed in designated rings. The location provides easy access to the San Juan region and nearby attractions like Mesa Verde National Park.

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Steepest

High point

8,732 ft

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Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

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