Openings · last 7 days
2
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232146
When Mcphee Recreation Complex reopens
Mcphee Recreation Complex's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
8
Openings · last 90 days
23
Only 23 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2026 · of 52 monitored sites
Of the 468 tracked site-dates (Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2026): 245 open for online reservation · 57 reserved · 162 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative) · 4 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Where the open windows are
47.6% of tracked site-dates are not currently open for online reservation. 245 of 468 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2026Not open online47.6%
Open site-dates245 / 468
Reserved (of online inventory)57 / 302
Weekday openings136
Weekend openings100
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 136 fall on weekdays and 100 on weekends (Fri–Sun). The split covers the 236 open site-nights on mapped sites; 245 site-dates are open across all monitored inventory.
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026September holds the most room. 245 of 468 site-dates are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 51 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 1 day-use unit| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| MOQUI GROUP | 9 |
| SAGE GROUP | 9 |
| 001 | 5 |
| 003 | 5 |
| 003 | 5 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Availability by day-use unit
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Unit | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Yucca Group | 9 |
This day-use unit currently has 9 reservation dates available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Sep 18
Next open weekendFri · Sep 18
The next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
236 open site-nights across 49 sites at Mcphee Recreation Complex, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
51 overnight sites and 1 day-use unit are represented in the current inventory. Day-use inventory is excluded from every night-based figure on this page — site-nights, longest runs, multi-night stays, holiday stays and RV fit; its reservation dates are listed separately below.
Multi-night stays. 50 2-night, 45 3-night, 2 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site MOQUI GROUP.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 99 ft. 42 sites take 25 ft, 22 sites take 35 ft, 17 sites take 40 ft. 6 sites of 51 have no recorded maximum and are not counted.
All 49 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOQUI GROUP | 99 ft | None | 9 | 9 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| SAGE GROUP | 99 ft | None | 9 | 9 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 001 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 003 | 35 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 003 | 40 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 004E | 30 ft | Yes | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 004W | 20 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 005 | 28 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 006 | 31 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 006W | 20 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 007W | Not recorded | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 008 | 31 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 008W | Not recorded | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 009 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 009W | Not recorded | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 010E | 45 ft | Yes | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 010W | Not recorded | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 011 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 011W | Not recorded | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 012W | Not recorded | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 013 | 25 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 015 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 017 | 28 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 017 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 018 | 45 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 018 | 40 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 019 | 42 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 020 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 020E | 24 ft | Yes | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 021 | 42 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 022 | 45 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 023 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 024 | 40 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 026 | 35 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 027 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 027 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 028 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| Cactus Group | 50 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 001E | 35 ft | Yes | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 007E | 45 ft | Yes | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25 |
| 012 | 45 ft | None | 4 | 2 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 014 | 28 ft | None | 4 | 3 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 26 |
| 022E | 35 ft | Yes | 4 | 2 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 028E | 40 ft | Yes | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 035E | 40 ft | Yes | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 004E | 32 ft | Yes | 3 | 2 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 26 |
| 019 | 25 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 034E | 40 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 029E | 35 ft | Yes | 1 | 1 night | Sep 26 |
Day-use inventory
9 available reservation dates across 1 day-use unit. Day-use inventory is reserved by the date, so it carries no stay length.
All 1 day-use unit with current availability
| Unit | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yucca Group | 9 | 9 dates | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
About Mcphee Recreation Complex
Overview
McPhee Recreation Complex is located on the south shore of McPhee Reservoir near the town of Dolores in southwestern Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities.
Recreation
McPhee Reservoir, the largest within the San Juan National Forest and second-largest in Colorado, has 50 miles of shoreline. Boating, water skiing and fishing are popular activities. A boat ramp and fish cleaning station are located within the complex.
The half-mile Can Do Trail climbs to a scenic overlook with panoramic views of the reservoir and the beautiful peaks surrounding Mesa Verde to the south.
Facilities
This large campground offers group sites, RV and tent sites, some of which have electric hookups. Several sites have shelters for shade. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are flush toilets.
The McPhee Campground has 71 campsites on 2 loops with paved access. There are 50 reservable campsites, 24 sites with electric hookups, and 2 sites offer tables and toilets accommodating wheelchairs. A dozen campsites are walk-ins with tent pads near scenic overlooks.
The adjacent McPhee Group Area has 4 group campsites available for reservation (with limited electrical hookups). There are volleyball posts, a ball field, and horseshoe pits (you supply the equipment).
Natural Features
The campground is situated on a mesa 500 feet above the reservoir, at an elevation of 7,400 feet. Pinyon and juniper trees offer shade throughout the campground.
Nearby Attractions
Southwestern Colorado, part of the Four Corners region, contains more than 4,000 archaeological sites and more than 600 cliff dwellings. Many sites offer glimpses of the ancient Anasazi culture for which the area is known.
Anasazi Heritage Center is 10 minutes away in Dolores. Mesa Verde National Park is one hour south of the campground. The Canyon of the Ancients is an hour southwest and Hovenweep National Monument is an hour west.
52 monitored sitesRVs up to 99 ft13 with hookups23 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 50
Getting there
From Dolores, take Highway 145 for 2 miles, turn right onto Highway 184. Travel 4 miles on Highway 184, turn right at the McPhee Recreation Complex entrance. Proceed on Road 271 to the campground.
San Juan Nf, CO(970) 882-7296
BoatingCampingFishingHikingWater SportsWildlife Viewing
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-232146 · facility + sites
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Roll CS-232146 · Mcphee Recreation Complex · CO12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Mcphee Recreation Complex?
Reservations for Mcphee Recreation Complex are made through Recreation.gov. 245 of 468 tracked site-dates are currently open (52.4%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 23 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site or unit on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Mcphee Recreation Complex?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings at Mcphee Recreation Complex in the last 7 days, 8 over 30 days and 23 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Mcphee Recreation Complex?
45 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 18 at site MOQUI GROUP. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Mcphee Recreation Complex fit a 35-foot RV?
22 of the 51 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 99 ft. 45 of those 51 sites have a recorded maximum length and 6 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Which month has the most availability at Mcphee Recreation Complex?
September 2026, with 245 open site-dates in the current snapshot of 468.
When is the next open date at Mcphee Recreation Complex?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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