# Plan

Source: https://jwvallecito.com/plan/
Updated: 2026-08-19

## Plan Your Stay at Junction West Vallecito Resort

### Directions, map, arrival details, rules, FAQs, and real help before you book

Everything you need to plan a smoother arrival lives here. Use this page to choose your stay type, review the basics, find the property, download the map, understand the most important policies, and get the office on the phone before you head for Vallecito Lake.

Open May 1 through September 30, the resort sits about five minutes from Vallecito Lake access, roughly 15 minutes from Bayfield, and about 30 minutes from Durango. There is no cell service on property, so guests should enable Wi-Fi calling before arrival.

 [Check Availability](https://bookingsus.newbook.cloud/online/junction_west_valliecto?)

 [View the Park Map](https://jwvallecito.com/park-map/)

 [Call (888) 258-9458](tel:8882589458)

Quiet mountain setting. Clear answers. No guesswork.

### Jump to What You Need

 [Stay Types](#stay)

 [Arrival Basics](#arrival)

 [Getting Here](#get)

 [Nearby Essentials](#nearby)

 [Park Map](#property)

 [Rates & Cancellation](#rates)

 [Rules](#rules)

 [FAQ](#faq)

 [Contact](#plan)

### First, Choose How You’re Staying

The fastest way to answer pricing, parking, and booking questions is to send each guest to the right stay path.

#### RV Sites

Use this path for rig length, power type, boat parking, arrival details, and day-to-day RV stay questions.

 [View RV Sites](https://jwvallecito.com/rv-sites/)

#### Cabin Rentals

Use this path if you want kitchens, real beds, cabin layouts, and a quieter home base near the lake.

 [Explore Cabins](https://jwvallecito.com/cabin-rentals/)

#### Tent Camping

Current site copy says tent sites are limited, wooded, near a restroom, and must be reserved by phone rather than online.

 [Call for Tent Camping](tel:8882589458)

#### Seasonal & Monthly RV Sites

Use this path for longer summer stays, deposit questions, and monthly placement help. Use the corrected client-approved language here: all sites are gravel, power varies by site, and **2026 long-term stays start at $995/month plus metered electric**.

 [Ask About Monthly Sites](https://jwvallecito.com/monthly-seasonal-sites/)

### Arrival Basics

These are the details guests ask most often before they leave home.

#### What to Know Before You Pull In

- Resort season runs **May 1 through September 30**.
- **RV sites and cabins:** check-in at **3 p.m.**, check-out at **11 a.m.**
- There is **no cell service on property**, so guests should enable **Wi-Fi calling** before arrival.
- Quiet hours are **10 p.m. to 8 a.m.**
- The on-property speed limit is **5 mph**.

#### Property Expectations

- All RV **sites are gravel**.
- RV power varies by site: **30A-only, 50A-only, or 30/50A**.
- Pets are welcome, but they must stay **leashed**, controlled, and cleaned up after.
- Campfires belong only in designated fire rings or grills and may be limited by conditions.
- **Fresh-water fills are available for a fee** at the market.
- This is a **quiet mountain basecamp**, not a nightlife destination or winter resort.

### Getting Here

Use the resort address in your GPS, then slow down as you approach the property. Current site copy places JW Vallecito at **13030 County Road 501, Bayfield, CO 81122**, about **15 minutes from downtown Bayfield**, about **30 minutes from Durango**, and about **five minutes from Vallecito Lake access**, with the dam overlook close enough to walk to from the resort.

#### Address & Drive Times

- **Junction West Vallecito Resort**
- **13030 County Road 501**
- **Bayfield, CO 81122**
- About **5 minutes** to Vallecito Lake access
- About **15 minutes** to Bayfield
- About **30 minutes** to Durango
- Walkable access to the **Vallecito Dam** scenic path

#### Arrival Tips

- Save the office phone number before final approach.
- Let the office know ahead of time if you are towing a boat or extra trailer.
- Arrive before dark when possible for an easier first look at roads, cabins, and site placement.
- Tent campers should call first because tent reservations are currently handled by phone.

 [Open the Park Map](https://jwvallecito.com/park-map/)

 [Contact the Office](tel:8882589458)

 [Check Availability](https://bookingsus.newbook.cloud/online/junction_west_valliecto?)

### Nearby Essentials

#### On Property

The market carries RV supplies, groceries, fishing supplies, souvenirs, clothing, ice cream, and firewood. Add **fresh-water fills for a fee** here too.

 [See Amenities](https://jwvallecito.com/amenities/)

#### In Bayfield

Current site copy points guests to a small grocery store, Dollar General, restaurants, gas stations, a brewery, and Main Street essentials in Bayfield.

 [Get Directions](https://jwvallecito.com/park-map/)

#### At Vallecito Marina

Current site copy says Vallecito Marina has fishing and boating supplies, which makes it an easy stop for early lake mornings.

 [See Lake Activities](https://jwvallecito.com/events/)

### See the Property Before You Arrive

 ![Campground map showing numbered RV and cabin sites, roads, office, main hall, pavilion, rental house, and amenities including showers, laundry, dumpsters, and propane tanks. Legend included.](https://jwvallecito.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/VALLECITO-MAP-RENDERING-MODIFIED-1-page-001-2048x1448-1-1024x724.jpg)

#### What the Map Should Help Guests Find

- Office and check-in point
- RV site neighborhoods or numbered areas
- Cabin area and lodge location
- Tent area, if shown
- Main Hall and Pavilion
- Bathhouse and laundry
- Overflow parking / boat parking areas if the current asset includes them
- Main roads and arrival flow

#### Map Actions

 [Download Park Map](https://jwvallecito.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/VALLECITO-MAP-RENDERING-MODIFIED-1-page-001.jpg)

 [View Full Map](https://jwvallecito.com/park-map/)

 [Ask a Planning Question](tel:8882589458)

### Rates, Deposits & Cancellation Policies

 [RV Site Rates & Details](https://jwvallecito.com/rv-sites/)

 [Cabin Rates & Layouts](https://jwvallecito.com/cabin-rentals/)

 [Tent Camping by Phone](tel:8882589458)

 [Monthly & Seasonal Info](https://jwvallecito.com/monthly-seasonal-sites/)

#### Cancellation Summary

Current site policy says cancellations made more than **30 days before arrival** incur a **$35 fee**. Cancellations made **30 days or less before arrival** forfeit **50% of the reservation total or 50% of the deposit**. The current monthly policy uses a **$500 deposit** with separate refund tiers based on notice.

- **60+ days notice:** full refund, less a **$50 administrative fee**
- **31–60 days notice:** **50% refund ($250)**
- **30 days or fewer:** **no refund**

Tent camping is currently a **call-to-book** product, so that path should send guests to the office instead of the online booking engine.

### The Rules Most Guests Need Before Arrival

The best group venue is not just a room. It is the setting around the room, the ease of lodging, and the feeling people remember once the schedule is over.

#### Quiet Hours

Keep noise down between **10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.** so families, anglers, runners, and longer-stay guests can rest.

#### Pets

Pets are welcome, but they must stay leashed, controlled, and cleaned up after. Current site and rule language also restrict aggressive animals, excessive barking, exotic pets, and farm animals.

#### Fire & Camp Safety

Campfires belong only in designated rings or grills and may be limited by weather or local guidance. Use calm, matter-of-fact language here — not alarmist language.

#### Driving & Visitors

The speed limit is **5 mph** on property. Visitors are generally allowed, but current FAQ language says there may be a **day-visitor fee**, so direct guests to ask the office before inviting extra people over.

 [Review Full Rules & Policies](https://jwvallecito.com/rules-regulations/)

### Frequently Asked Planning Questions

 How do I make a reservation?

Most stays can be reserved online through the booking engine, while the current Tent Camping page says tent sites must be reserved by phone. Use the office path for tent camping, monthly questions, or more complicated planning needs.

 What time are check-in and check-out?

Current RV and cabin pages say check-in is **3 p.m.** and check-out is **11 a.m.**

 Are the RV spaces paved?

No. All RV **sites are gravel**.

 Do all RV sites have the same power?

No. Power varies by site: **30A-only, 50A-only, or 30/50A**.

 Is there cell service at the resort?

No cell service should be the planning expectation. Current site copy says guests should enable **Wi-Fi calling** before arrival, and it also says Wi-Fi is available, with cabins using dedicated routers and campground signal strength varying by location.

 Can I bring my pet?

Yes. The current FAQ says the resort is pet-friendly with no breed restrictions, but pets must remain leashed and controlled, with vaccination records available if requested. It also says no aggressive pets, excessive barking, exotic pets, or farm animals are allowed.

 Can I bring a boat or trailer?

Yes, if it fits at your site or cabin. Current RV, cabin, and tent pages all point to boat parking flexibility plus overflow parking when needed.

 Can visitors come by during my stay?

Yes, but current FAQ language says visitors may be subject to limitations and a **day-visitor fee**, so direct guests to check with the office first.

 What should I do in an emergency?

The current FAQ says to **call 911 for any true emergency**, then follow the emergency instructions provided at check-in.

### Still Have a Planning Question?

Current contact details are simple and clear: **13030 County Road 501, Bayfield, CO 81122**, **(888) 258-9458**, and **[info@jwvallecito.com](mailto:info@jwvallecito.com)**. Keep those details visible here, and do **not** carry over the unrelated **“2022 Seasonal webinar”** link from the current Contact page.

#### Best Reasons to Contact the Office Before You Book

- You need help matching the right RV power type
- You want to ask about tent availability
- You are planning a monthly or seasonal stay
- You are bringing a boat or trailer
- You are arriving late
- You are coordinating a group or multiple arrivals

 [Call the Office](tel:8882589458)

 [Email the Office](mailto:info@jwvallecito.com)

 [Open Contact Page](https://jwvallecito.com/contact-us/)

#### Planning Question Form

### Now Choose Your Stay

Once the logistics are clear, send the guest back to the stay path that matches how they travel.

 [View RV Sites](https://jwvallecito.com/rv-sties/)

 [Explore Cabins](https://jwvallecito.com/cabins/)

 [Call for Tent Camping](tel:8882589458)

 [Ask About Monthly Sites](https://jwvallecito.com/monthly-seasonal-sites/)