Simon Canyon Day Use Area offers a gravel parking lot with vault toilet facilities (no drinking water) and serves as a primary access point to the San Juan River's Quality Waters via foot trails. The north-side trailhead provides approximately 3.

5 miles of riverside foot access to various fishing sections, though terrain can be challenging with cliffs in some areas.

This BLM-managed site is located about 3 miles north of NM 173 via County Road 4280 and offers a less-crowded alternative to nearby state park facilities.