Get Involved: Navajo State Park - Campground Host

Campground Host

Description:

Join us for an exciting opportunity to give back while enjoying the beauty and history of Navajo State Park! Located midway between Durango and Pagosa Springs on the New Mexico border, Navajo Reservoir is 15,600 surface acres of aquatic fun!

Navajo State Park has a large number of campsites throughout the park, camp hosts will communicate with each other and turn over 20 sites per host spot.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain Clean Campsites
• Sell Firewood
• Answer visitor questions
• Shuttle drive visitors to and from boat ramp with UTV
• Wetland/trail management projects
• Other tasks as assigned

Site elevation:

6,100 ft.

Looking for hosts for the 2025 season!

Couples are preferred, but individuals are also accepted. Hosts are permitted to have dogs as long as they are kept leashed and/or contained/under control.

Time Commitment:

20 hours per week per person, April - September.

Minimum time commitment:

2 months *As long as it covers Memorial and Labor Day

Desired time commitment:

4-5 months, can potentially stay longer if desired.

Volunteer Benefits:

Centrally located between desert and mountains and other attractions (Durango Train, Mesa Verde, Taos, Chaco Canyon. This is a very beautiful and well-liked part of the state!

Amenities:

In exchange for volunteer service, hosts receive a free, full hookup campsite in a beautiful location, water, sewage, electric (30 amp and 50 amp), computer and internet access, and cell service.

In addition to standard responsibilities, we're offering volunteers the chance to assist with a variety of activities that enhance the experience for visitors:

• Boating and paddleboarding on days off for an unforgettable day on the reservoir!
• Potentially serve as a trail guide utilizing our extensive trail system through a historically rich area
• Aid in transporting guests between the marina and key spots around the park using our new UTVs!

Interests:

General - Ongoing Volunteering, Customer Service - Sell Passes, Licenses, Gifts, Customer Service - Greet and Orient Visitors, Customer Service - Customer Service/Visitor Information, Maintenance and Construction - Grounds/Facility Maintenance, Volunteer Hosts - Campground Host

Places:

Navajo State Park