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10,000-foot elevation. 22 campsites near Mix Lake. Convenient to the Conejos River, the San Juan Wilderness, Platoro Reservoir, and other nearby ponds and lakes. Numerous trailheads in the area. Mix Lake Campground is one mile west of Platoro in the Conejos River drainage. This is a good access point for the South San Juan Wilderness. Mix Lake, Platoro Reservoir, Conejos River, Lily Pond and Kerr Lake can all be accessed for fishing. Trail accesses include Lake Fork Trail 716 and Sawmill Gulch Trail. One can also visit the historic town of Platoro and the Mix Lake overlook is on-site. The campground has 22 sites with tables and fireplaces. 3 vault type toilets, refuse receptacles and pickup, ample parking with convenient trailer spaces and drinking water are provided
Directions from Antonito, Colorado: Take Colorado Highway 17 west 23.0 miles to the Alamosa-Conejos River Road #250 at Elk Creek. Follow #250 23 miles up the Conejos River to Mix Lake.
Quite campground, ok lake access and nice walk to the Conejos River but lots of flies and biting flies. Long 25 mile drive on bumpy dirt road to get here.
Great fishing spot, alot of Rainbow Trout and other fish as well. Just minutes from Platoro, Skyline Lodge and great camping areas nearby.
Killed it today with a pink bead head 3ft off a hopper dropper. Stopped counting at 20+. Most 10-12inch. 4 star due to the long dirt road to get there.
Beautiful spot. Bigger than you think. Lots of great Rainbow Trout fishing spots. Deep ledge about 5-10 feet off the bank in many areas. Great for fly fishing or anglers. Stop by the Skyline Cafe on the way home in Platora for a great burger.
