Big Meadows/Archuleta Trailhead # 839

About Big Meadows/Archuleta Trailhead # 839

“Campers staying at Big Meadows between September 7 and 11, 2018 can expect loud noises between 9 am and 6 pm due to a blasting project in the Spruce Lakes area, approximately 5 miles southwest of the campground”.This trailhead is located at the reservoir boatramp on the northeast corner of the lake.The facility consists of a parking lot, pit toilet, and trail signing. This is a major trailhead to the Weminuche Wilderness and Archuleta Lake as well as a connector to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST).

Plan Your Visit to Big Meadows/Archuleta Trailhead # 839

Heading to Big Meadows/Archuleta Trailhead # 839? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)