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Chapman Campground and Group
Chapman Campground is located above Ruedi Reservoir in White River National Forest, near the Fryingpan River. The campground features lodgepole pine surroundings, with some sites positioned at the river's edge. It provides an excellent environment...
Bogan Flats Campground
Bogan Flats Campground is located along the Crystal River in a scenic valley surrounded by diverse trees, making it perfect for larger groups seeking recreation and relaxation. The campground features spacious sites with a mix of open and shaded a...
Lyons Gulch Boat Launch
Lyons Gulch is a free BLM site with a boat launch, five campsites, and a restroom (closed from November 15 to May 15). Campsite #1 is suitable for larger groups, but camping is discouraged during heavy rains due to mudslides and flooding. For addi...
Cottonwood Site
Cottonwood Island, situated on the Colorado River, features a boat ramp and picnic area. Upcoming improvements, including a new vault toilet and loop road, are set for completion in June 2018. Camping is permitted on the island, but not at the par...
Wolcott Campground
Wolcott Campground, situated along the Eagle River near Red Canyon and accessible from Interstate Highway 70, operates seasonally from May 15 to November 15. There is no reservation system, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served...
Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area
The Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area, managed by the BLM, spans 600 acres in Slate River Valley near Crested Butte, CO, featuring a campground with 30 sites (12 for vehicles, 18 for tents, and a group site for 30). Amenities include vault toilets, fir...
May Queen
May Queen Campground, situated in a shaded lodgepole pine forest at the western end of Turquoise Lake, provides easy access to outdoor activities like boating, fishing, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Holy Cross and Mount Mass...
Tigiwon Community House
The Tigiwon Community House is a spacious day-use cabin ideal for family gatherings, parties, and weddings. It is set in a forested area with stunning views of Colorado's Gore Range.
Kebler Corner RV Park, Campground & Cabins
Glenwood Springs West / Colorado River KOA Holiday
Crested Butte RV Resort
Piney Guard Station
Piney Guard Station is a rustic log cabin built in the 1930s for Forest Service crews, measuring 14 by 22 feet with a single room. It operates in summer and winter, with closures during spring and late fall.
Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar Campground is located by Turquoise Lake, surrounded by lodgepole pine and subalpine fir trees. It is a family-friendly spot that attracts visitors for boating, hiking, and fishing during the summer.
Baby Doe
Baby Doe Campground is located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, surrounded by a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest, making it a popular summer spot for families to enjoy boating, hiking, and fishing. The campground is named after Eliza...
Father Dyer
Father Dyer Campground, located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, offers a family-friendly environment ideal for boating, hiking, and fishing. It is named after Father John Lewis Dyer, a pioneering Methodist minister who explored Colorado's ...
Molly Brown
Molly Brown Campground, located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, is named after the "unsinkable" Molly Brown from the Titanic and is nestled in a shaded lodgepole pine forest. The campground provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and ...
Sugar Loafin’ RV Campground & Cabins
Sugar Loafin' Campground
Printer Boy
Printer Boy Group Campground is situated near Turquoise Lake, offering numerous recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, and hiking in the surrounding area. It’s an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.
Catamount Bridge Boat Launch
Catamount Campground and River Access features a concrete boat ramp, five campsites, and vault toilets. Day use is popular from May to September, which may limit parking availability. Additional parking is allowed along Colorado River Road, and in...
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Chapman Campground and Group
Chapman Campground is located above Ruedi Reservoir in White River National Forest, near the Fryingpan River. The campground features lodgepole pine surroundings, with some sites positioned at the river's edge. It provides an excellent environment...
Bogan Flats Campground
Bogan Flats Campground is located along the Crystal River in a scenic valley surrounded by diverse trees, making it perfect for larger groups seeking recreation and relaxation. The campground features spacious sites with a mix of open and shaded a...
Lyons Gulch Boat Launch
Lyons Gulch is a free BLM site with a boat launch, five campsites, and a restroom (closed from November 15 to May 15). Campsite #1 is suitable for larger groups, but camping is discouraged during heavy rains due to mudslides and flooding. For addi...
Cottonwood Site
Cottonwood Island, situated on the Colorado River, features a boat ramp and picnic area. Upcoming improvements, including a new vault toilet and loop road, are set for completion in June 2018. Camping is permitted on the island, but not at the par...
Wolcott Campground
Wolcott Campground, situated along the Eagle River near Red Canyon and accessible from Interstate Highway 70, operates seasonally from May 15 to November 15. There is no reservation system, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served...
Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area
The Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area, managed by the BLM, spans 600 acres in Slate River Valley near Crested Butte, CO, featuring a campground with 30 sites (12 for vehicles, 18 for tents, and a group site for 30). Amenities include vault toilets, fir...
May Queen
May Queen Campground, situated in a shaded lodgepole pine forest at the western end of Turquoise Lake, provides easy access to outdoor activities like boating, fishing, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Holy Cross and Mount Mass...
Tigiwon Community House
The Tigiwon Community House is a spacious day-use cabin ideal for family gatherings, parties, and weddings. It is set in a forested area with stunning views of Colorado's Gore Range.
Kebler Corner RV Park, Campground & Cabins
Glenwood Springs West / Colorado River KOA Holiday
Crested Butte RV Resort
Piney Guard Station
Piney Guard Station is a rustic log cabin built in the 1930s for Forest Service crews, measuring 14 by 22 feet with a single room. It operates in summer and winter, with closures during spring and late fall.
Silver Dollar
Silver Dollar Campground is located by Turquoise Lake, surrounded by lodgepole pine and subalpine fir trees. It is a family-friendly spot that attracts visitors for boating, hiking, and fishing during the summer.
Baby Doe
Baby Doe Campground is located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, surrounded by a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest, making it a popular summer spot for families to enjoy boating, hiking, and fishing. The campground is named after Eliza...
Father Dyer
Father Dyer Campground, located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, offers a family-friendly environment ideal for boating, hiking, and fishing. It is named after Father John Lewis Dyer, a pioneering Methodist minister who explored Colorado's ...
Molly Brown
Molly Brown Campground, located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, is named after the "unsinkable" Molly Brown from the Titanic and is nestled in a shaded lodgepole pine forest. The campground provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and ...
Sugar Loafin’ RV Campground & Cabins
Sugar Loafin' Campground
Printer Boy
Printer Boy Group Campground is situated near Turquoise Lake, offering numerous recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, and hiking in the surrounding area. It’s an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.
Catamount Bridge Boat Launch
Catamount Campground and River Access features a concrete boat ramp, five campsites, and vault toilets. Day use is popular from May to September, which may limit parking availability. Additional parking is allowed along Colorado River Road, and in...
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Basalt has 106 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Crested Butte RV Resort is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Basalt vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Basalt welcome pets. Printer Boy is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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