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Elk Creek Campground (Rio Grande Nf)
Elk Creek Campground is situated in Conejos County, about 23 miles west of Antonito, Colorado, alongside Elk Creek and near Highway 17. It offers easy access for visitors and is located at an elevation of 8,500 feet in the lower Conejos Canyon.
From $34/night
Westwater Canyon Recreation Site
Westwater Canyon is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, featuring a contact station and ranger residence at the put-in where River Rangers assist with permits and equipment checks. Limited drinking water is available March-November, and visi...
Westwater Campground (Ranger Station)
Westwater Campground, located next to the Westwater Ranger Station in eastern Utah, offers riverside camping for those starting or ending a float trip on the Colorado River. Campsites 1-7 are first-come, first-served, while sites 8-11 require rese...
From $20/night
Knowles Overlook Campground
Knowles Overlook Campground will be closed for construction starting November 15, 2021, and the work is expected to continue throughout the winter. Access to the campground will not be allowed during this period.
Trin-alcove/ Three Canyon
Trin-alcove/Three Canyon is a popular destination on the Labyrinth Canyon flat water trip, featuring river camping and opportunities for deep canyon hikes and canyoneering. Visitors should be cautious of potential flash flood conditions in the area.
Carnero Guard Station
Carnero Guard Station is located at 9,840 feet in a meadow surrounded by forest in the Rio Grande National Forest. Initially proposed in 1907 and named after a local homesteader, construction began in 1908, and the name was changed to Carnero Guar...
From $50/night
Moonshine Wash Th
Moonshine Wash is a favored hiking destination located in the San Rafael Desert, known for its stunning slot canyon. The trail offers unique geological features and scenic views, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great spot for those looking ...
USA RV Park
From $45/night
Bitter Creek Overlook Camping Area
Bitter Creek Overlook Camping Area is a campsite located along the Kokopelli Trail. It offers scenic views and access to outdoor activities. The area is ideal for camping enthusiasts seeking a natural experience.
Upper Crossing Guard Station
Upper Crossing Guard Station, situated at 8,400 feet along a scenic byway near the Continental Divide, provides comfortable lodging in a remote area of Rio Grande National Forest. It was once the headquarters of the short-lived Cochetopa National ...
From $75/night
Jouflas Campground
Jouflas Campground, situated in Rabbit Valley Motorized Area of McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, offers eight sites equipped with picnic tables and fire grates. It features a non-flush toilet facility and has no camping fees. Visitors a...
Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)
Aspen Glade Campground is located along the Conejos River in southern Colorado, offering excellent opportunities for fly fishing. The campground provides a serene environment ideal for nature observation. It's a prime destination for outdoor enthu...
From $58/night
Rabbit Valley
Rabbit Valley features five unique campgrounds catering to various camping preferences, from secluded tent sites to large group areas for RVs and trailers. Visitors should check equipment guidelines for each site and be prepared for unmaintained, ...
From $20/night
Penitente Canyon Campground
Penitente Canyon Campground features serene landscapes and a variety of recreational activities within 10 miles of a major highway. Managed by the BLM, the 4,552-acre area is primarily for rock climbers but also caters to heritage tourism, mountai...
From $11/night
Mogote
Mogote Campground is situated by the Conejos River, ideal for fishing and hiking, and offers ample shade from various tree species. It is also near the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, which features America's highest and longest steam-operat...
From $29/night
Lonesome Beaver Campground
Lonesome Beaver Campground is located in Sawmill Basin at over 8,000 feet elevation, with access being challenging due to road conditions. It features five sites equipped with parking, picnic tables, fire rings, grills, benches, potable water, and...
Mcmillan Spring Campground
McMillan Spring Campground is located in a Ponderosa Pine forest and is popular among visitors, especially big game hunters in the fall. It features nine sites equipped with amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms, along with facil...
Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)
Clear Creek Group Campground is located less than two hours from Albuquerque, offering a cool escape from New Mexico's heat amidst pine trees and mountains. It is situated in the final loop of Clear Creek Campground, next to the tranquil Clear Creek.
From $75/night
Rio De Las Vacas Campground
Rio de las Vacas Campground, located under two hours from Albuquerque, provides a refreshing retreat from the New Mexico heat. Nestled in the shaded Jemez Mountains, it offers excellent hiking and fishing opportunities. Some campsites are situated...
From $20/night
Clear Creek Campground (NM)
Clear Creek Campground is located in the Jemez Mountains, just under two hours from Albuquerque, providing a refreshing escape from the New Mexico heat. It offers hiking and fishing opportunities in a shaded, pine-covered area. Reservations for th...
From $20/night
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Elk Creek Campground (Rio Grande Nf)
Elk Creek Campground is situated in Conejos County, about 23 miles west of Antonito, Colorado, alongside Elk Creek and near Highway 17. It offers easy access for visitors and is located at an elevation of 8,500 feet in the lower Conejos Canyon.
From $34/night
Westwater Canyon Recreation Site
Westwater Canyon is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, featuring a contact station and ranger residence at the put-in where River Rangers assist with permits and equipment checks. Limited drinking water is available March-November, and visi...
Westwater Campground (Ranger Station)
Westwater Campground, located next to the Westwater Ranger Station in eastern Utah, offers riverside camping for those starting or ending a float trip on the Colorado River. Campsites 1-7 are first-come, first-served, while sites 8-11 require rese...
From $20/night
Knowles Overlook Campground
Knowles Overlook Campground will be closed for construction starting November 15, 2021, and the work is expected to continue throughout the winter. Access to the campground will not be allowed during this period.
Trin-alcove/ Three Canyon
Trin-alcove/Three Canyon is a popular destination on the Labyrinth Canyon flat water trip, featuring river camping and opportunities for deep canyon hikes and canyoneering. Visitors should be cautious of potential flash flood conditions in the area.
Carnero Guard Station
Carnero Guard Station is located at 9,840 feet in a meadow surrounded by forest in the Rio Grande National Forest. Initially proposed in 1907 and named after a local homesteader, construction began in 1908, and the name was changed to Carnero Guar...
From $50/night
Moonshine Wash Th
Moonshine Wash is a favored hiking destination located in the San Rafael Desert, known for its stunning slot canyon. The trail offers unique geological features and scenic views, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great spot for those looking ...
USA RV Park
From $45/night
Bitter Creek Overlook Camping Area
Bitter Creek Overlook Camping Area is a campsite located along the Kokopelli Trail. It offers scenic views and access to outdoor activities. The area is ideal for camping enthusiasts seeking a natural experience.
Upper Crossing Guard Station
Upper Crossing Guard Station, situated at 8,400 feet along a scenic byway near the Continental Divide, provides comfortable lodging in a remote area of Rio Grande National Forest. It was once the headquarters of the short-lived Cochetopa National ...
From $75/night
Jouflas Campground
Jouflas Campground, situated in Rabbit Valley Motorized Area of McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, offers eight sites equipped with picnic tables and fire grates. It features a non-flush toilet facility and has no camping fees. Visitors a...
Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)
Aspen Glade Campground is located along the Conejos River in southern Colorado, offering excellent opportunities for fly fishing. The campground provides a serene environment ideal for nature observation. It's a prime destination for outdoor enthu...
From $58/night
Rabbit Valley
Rabbit Valley features five unique campgrounds catering to various camping preferences, from secluded tent sites to large group areas for RVs and trailers. Visitors should check equipment guidelines for each site and be prepared for unmaintained, ...
From $20/night
Penitente Canyon Campground
Penitente Canyon Campground features serene landscapes and a variety of recreational activities within 10 miles of a major highway. Managed by the BLM, the 4,552-acre area is primarily for rock climbers but also caters to heritage tourism, mountai...
From $11/night
Mogote
Mogote Campground is situated by the Conejos River, ideal for fishing and hiking, and offers ample shade from various tree species. It is also near the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, which features America's highest and longest steam-operat...
From $29/night
Lonesome Beaver Campground
Lonesome Beaver Campground is located in Sawmill Basin at over 8,000 feet elevation, with access being challenging due to road conditions. It features five sites equipped with parking, picnic tables, fire rings, grills, benches, potable water, and...
Mcmillan Spring Campground
McMillan Spring Campground is located in a Ponderosa Pine forest and is popular among visitors, especially big game hunters in the fall. It features nine sites equipped with amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms, along with facil...
Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)
Clear Creek Group Campground is located less than two hours from Albuquerque, offering a cool escape from New Mexico's heat amidst pine trees and mountains. It is situated in the final loop of Clear Creek Campground, next to the tranquil Clear Creek.
From $75/night
Rio De Las Vacas Campground
Rio de las Vacas Campground, located under two hours from Albuquerque, provides a refreshing retreat from the New Mexico heat. Nestled in the shaded Jemez Mountains, it offers excellent hiking and fishing opportunities. Some campsites are situated...
From $20/night
Clear Creek Campground (NM)
Clear Creek Campground is located in the Jemez Mountains, just under two hours from Albuquerque, providing a refreshing escape from the New Mexico heat. It offers hiking and fishing opportunities in a shaded, pine-covered area. Reservations for th...
From $20/night
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Cortez has 281 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Mcmillan Spring Campground 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 Cortez 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 Cortez welcome pets. Elk Creek Campground (Rio Grande Nf) 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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