Nellie Creek Campground offers dispersed camping near the Nellie Creek Trailhead in the San Juan Mountains, with a few pull-off spots suitable for tent camping near the lower 4WD road and additional sites at the upper trailhead (11,400').

Access requires a high-clearance 4WD vehicle to navigate the rough 4-mile road with creek crossings; a lower trailhead at 9,300' on Henson Creek Road is available for 2WD vehicles.

A pit toilet is available at the upper trailhead, and the location provides access to Henson Creek and proximity to the Uncompahgre Wilderness for outdoor recreation.