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Junction Creek Campground
Junction Creek Campground is situated near Durango, Colorado, at the start of the Colorado Trail. It offers visitors great hiking and biking options. The campground is set in a beautiful natural environment.
From $64/night
Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort
From $60/night
Transfer Campground
Transfer Campground, located approximately 11 miles north of Mancos, Colorado in the San Juan National Forest, is known for its access to many area recreation trails.
From $24/night
Ute Campground (CO)
Ute Campground is situated on US Hwy 160 near Chimney Rock National Monument, conveniently located 15 miles from Pagosa Springs. It offers quick access to the monument and nearby USFS trail systems, as well as opportunities for lake and stream fis...
From $22/night
West Dolores Campground
West Dolores Campground, situated on Forest Road 535 near Colorado Highway 145, offers a serene outdoor retreat about 20 miles northeast of Dolores. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing. It's an ideal spot for relaxati...
From $32/night
Matterhorn
Matterhorn Campground, situated at 8,500 feet along the San Juan Skyway near Telluride, offers stunning scenery and access to hiking and off-road activities. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
From $26/night
Williams Creek Campground
Williams Creek Campground, located 23 miles north of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, features a mix of shaded and sunny campsites, some near the creek. It is a popular destination for fishing, ATV riding, and enjoying scenic views.
From $30/night
La Mesa RV Park
From $50/night
Palisades Horse Camp
Palisades Horse Camp is situated 30 miles north of Pagosa Springs in the San Juan National Forest. It offers excellent horseback riding and hiking trails, along with a rich variety of wildlife.
From $64/night
Thirty Mile
Thirty Mile Campground is located by the Rio Grande River, near the Rio Grande Reservoir, offering activities like fishing, canoeing, and swimming. It features two trailheads and hosts interpretive programs. Nearby, the Weminuche Wilderness, Color...
From $58/night
River Hill
River Hill is a popular campground located by the Rio Grande River, surrounded by a meadow and willows. Visitors enjoy fishing for trout, hunting, and taking in scenic views of the forested hills and rock bluffs. River kayaking and fishing are pop...
From $29/night
Amphitheater (CO)
Amphitheater Campground, situated near Ouray, Colorado, is at an elevation of 8,400 feet. It is popular for its stunning scenery and offers excellent hiking and off-road trail options.
From $28/night
Bradfield Recreation Site
Bradfield Recreation Site is a spacious campground featuring 17 designated sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and some shaded options, including an accessible site. Facilities include vault restrooms and potable water hand pumps, with an additi...
Caddis Flats
Caddis Flats is a scenic campground and boat launch situated between the Unaweep/Tabeguache Scenic Byway and the San Miguel River, featuring three developed campsites and a cabana. It offers multiple parking areas for large RVs and boat trailers, ...
Marshall Park
Marshall Park Campground is located in an open meadow by the Rio Grande River, offering views of Bristol Head Peak and the La Garita Mountains. It provides opportunities for trout fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Additionally, it serves...
From $26/night
Lower Beaver Rec. Site
Lower Beaver Recreation Site is situated near CO 145 and the San Miguel River, approximately 0.4 miles from the Beaver Creek Boat Ramp. It features three tent sites with tables and grills, along with two parking areas for small RVs. Amenities incl...
Big Meadows Reservoir Campground (South Central Co)
Big Meadows Reservoir Campground is situated in the San Juan Mountains, roughly 11 miles west of South Fork, featuring a lightly wooded area with spruce trees that enhances its meadow ambiance. It is part of the expansive Rio Grande National Fores...
From $58/night
Box Elder
BLM's Box Elder Campground, located in Dolores River Canyon near Dove Creek, offers 11 campsites with fire rings and picnic tables, as well as two vault toilets. The site features shade from box elder trees and proximity to the river, providing re...
Jackson Guard Station
Jackson Guard Station is a versatile destination for both short getaways and extended hunting trips, originally serving as a Forest Service guard station. Its scenic access road enhances the arrival experience, while summer offers activities like ...
From $75/night
Elwood Cabin
Elwood Cabin, located in the San Juan Mountains, offers a unique lodging experience with views of an open meadow. Built in 1911 as a support shack for the transcontinental telephone line, it later served as a Forest Service Station until 1962. Now...
From $50/night
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Junction Creek Campground
Junction Creek Campground is situated near Durango, Colorado, at the start of the Colorado Trail. It offers visitors great hiking and biking options. The campground is set in a beautiful natural environment.
From $64/night
Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort
From $60/night
Transfer Campground
Transfer Campground, located approximately 11 miles north of Mancos, Colorado in the San Juan National Forest, is known for its access to many area recreation trails.
From $24/night
Ute Campground (CO)
Ute Campground is situated on US Hwy 160 near Chimney Rock National Monument, conveniently located 15 miles from Pagosa Springs. It offers quick access to the monument and nearby USFS trail systems, as well as opportunities for lake and stream fis...
From $22/night
West Dolores Campground
West Dolores Campground, situated on Forest Road 535 near Colorado Highway 145, offers a serene outdoor retreat about 20 miles northeast of Dolores. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing. It's an ideal spot for relaxati...
From $32/night
Matterhorn
Matterhorn Campground, situated at 8,500 feet along the San Juan Skyway near Telluride, offers stunning scenery and access to hiking and off-road activities. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
From $26/night
Williams Creek Campground
Williams Creek Campground, located 23 miles north of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, features a mix of shaded and sunny campsites, some near the creek. It is a popular destination for fishing, ATV riding, and enjoying scenic views.
From $30/night
La Mesa RV Park
From $50/night
Palisades Horse Camp
Palisades Horse Camp is situated 30 miles north of Pagosa Springs in the San Juan National Forest. It offers excellent horseback riding and hiking trails, along with a rich variety of wildlife.
From $64/night
Thirty Mile
Thirty Mile Campground is located by the Rio Grande River, near the Rio Grande Reservoir, offering activities like fishing, canoeing, and swimming. It features two trailheads and hosts interpretive programs. Nearby, the Weminuche Wilderness, Color...
From $58/night
River Hill
River Hill is a popular campground located by the Rio Grande River, surrounded by a meadow and willows. Visitors enjoy fishing for trout, hunting, and taking in scenic views of the forested hills and rock bluffs. River kayaking and fishing are pop...
From $29/night
Amphitheater (CO)
Amphitheater Campground, situated near Ouray, Colorado, is at an elevation of 8,400 feet. It is popular for its stunning scenery and offers excellent hiking and off-road trail options.
From $28/night
Bradfield Recreation Site
Bradfield Recreation Site is a spacious campground featuring 17 designated sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and some shaded options, including an accessible site. Facilities include vault restrooms and potable water hand pumps, with an additi...
Caddis Flats
Caddis Flats is a scenic campground and boat launch situated between the Unaweep/Tabeguache Scenic Byway and the San Miguel River, featuring three developed campsites and a cabana. It offers multiple parking areas for large RVs and boat trailers, ...
Marshall Park
Marshall Park Campground is located in an open meadow by the Rio Grande River, offering views of Bristol Head Peak and the La Garita Mountains. It provides opportunities for trout fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Additionally, it serves...
From $26/night
Lower Beaver Rec. Site
Lower Beaver Recreation Site is situated near CO 145 and the San Miguel River, approximately 0.4 miles from the Beaver Creek Boat Ramp. It features three tent sites with tables and grills, along with two parking areas for small RVs. Amenities incl...
Big Meadows Reservoir Campground (South Central Co)
Big Meadows Reservoir Campground is situated in the San Juan Mountains, roughly 11 miles west of South Fork, featuring a lightly wooded area with spruce trees that enhances its meadow ambiance. It is part of the expansive Rio Grande National Fores...
From $58/night
Box Elder
BLM's Box Elder Campground, located in Dolores River Canyon near Dove Creek, offers 11 campsites with fire rings and picnic tables, as well as two vault toilets. The site features shade from box elder trees and proximity to the river, providing re...
Jackson Guard Station
Jackson Guard Station is a versatile destination for both short getaways and extended hunting trips, originally serving as a Forest Service guard station. Its scenic access road enhances the arrival experience, while summer offers activities like ...
From $75/night
Elwood Cabin
Elwood Cabin, located in the San Juan Mountains, offers a unique lodging experience with views of an open meadow. Built in 1911 as a support shack for the transcontinental telephone line, it later served as a Forest Service Station until 1962. Now...
From $50/night
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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.
We highly recommend making reservations in advance, especially during peak season (summer months and holidays). Popular destinations can book up weeks or even months ahead. Last-minute bookings may be available during off-peak times.
Pet policies vary by property. Many campgrounds welcome pets but may have restrictions on size, breed, or number of pets. Some properties charge additional pet fees. Always check the specific property's pet policy before booking.
Essential items include a tent or RV, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, food and water, appropriate clothing for the weather, first aid kit, flashlight, and any specific gear for planned activities. Check the property's amenities to see what's provided and what you'll need to bring.
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