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Quick Facts

Juniper Group Site

Elevation:

8,300 Feet (2587.3 Meters)

General Description

The facilities include: 3 long picnic tables, a standing double fireplace, a large fire circle, 1 vault toilet shared with Piñon Group Area, 20 car parking area and drinking water is provided through a hydrant. There is also open space available for informal games. Firewood is not provided.

Reservations are required, and can be obtained by contacting the Conejos Peak District.

Directions from Antonito: Travel 13 miles west on Highway 17 to reach the Juniper Group Area.

Seasonal Information:
Normally Accessible: Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend .

Current Conditions & Trip Reports

Open Updated: 2000-06-08 14:03:00.0

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Camping	Mogote Campground	No
	Games & Play	Open space suitable for informal games available	Yes
	Group Camping	Juniper Group Site	Yes
	Hiking & Walking	Trails in the area	No

Related Activities

Archuleta Trail - The Archuleta Trail gives access to the western portion of Chama Basin, one of the most scenic and wild places on the Conejos Peak Ranger District. The trail follows Archuleta Creek, climbing steadily but gradually from the Chama River valley.

Chama River Trail - The trail follows the Chama River to the confluence of the West and East Forks, where a splendid view of upper Chama Basin is afforded. The terrain is gentle and scenic, offering an easy day hike.

Mogote - Pinon Group Picnic Ground - Nearby is the Mogote Family Campground and public access to the Conejos River. Open space suitable for informal games is available.

Mogote Campground - There is public access to the Conejos River and Piñon and Juniper Group Picnic Areas are nearby. Reservations are accepted at this campground.

Pinon Area - The Group Area is suitable for games and other open space activities.

West Chama Trail - The West Chama Trail provides access to upper Chama Basin, an area of virgin spruce-fir forests surrounding steep and colorful volcanic cliffs. Waterfalls tumbling over the cliffs can be seen from almost any vantage point.