Amphitheater (CO)

A photo of facility AMPHITHEATER (CO) with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Tent Pad, Lantern Pole

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20 total sites

RV Sites

12 sites

Tent Sites

8 sites

About Amphitheater (CO)

Amphitheater Campground is located near the town of Ouray, Colo., at an elevation of 8,400 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its beautiful scenery and great hiking and off-road trail opportunities.

Number of accommodations: 20

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2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 31 to Sep 12

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 004, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 005, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 006, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
007, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
008, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
009, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
010, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
011, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
012, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
013, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
014, Loop: AMPHITHEATER Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
🚐 015, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 016, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 017, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 018, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 020, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 022, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 023, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 024, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups
🚐 025, Loop: AMPHITHEATER RV
No Hookups

Reviews (394)

What Guests Are Saying

The Amphitheater Campground receives high praise for its stunning location, friendly and attentive camp hosts, and well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms. Campers appreciate the proximity to hiking trails and the beautiful views, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts. While there are concerns about bear activity and some restroom odors, the positives of the campground, such as its cleanliness and the hosts' helpfulness, far outweigh the negatives.

Review Summary

4.6
394 reviews
5
76.9%
303
4
15.2%
60
3
3.8%
15
2
3.6%
14
1
0.5%
2

Richard B

Verified

August 20, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

The camp ground host was exceptional. He helped us get a space after our reservation space ended. After a very heavy rain he was on the road hand shoveling mud off the roadway. It was a pleasure to interact with him.

Richard B

Verified

August 20, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

The camp ground host was exceptional. He helped us get a space after our reservation space ended. After a very heavy rain he was on the road hand shoveling mud off the roadway. It was a pleasure to interact with him.

Derek L

Verified

August 15, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

2

Love the park and location but site 16 had terrible sewage smell the entire time we were there. It is not even that close to the latrines.

Derek L

Verified

August 15, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

2

Love the park and location but site 16 had terrible sewage smell the entire time we were there. It is not even that close to the latrines.

Sheldon L

Verified

August 11, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

Fix the smell from the bathroom. Campers have been complaining about this now for years and you do nothing. $38.00 per night should not include free poop smell.

Sheldon L

Verified

August 11, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

Fix the smell from the bathroom. Campers have been complaining about this now for years and you do nothing. $38.00 per night should not include free poop smell.

Joe H

Verified

August 9, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

Great campground above the beautiful town of Ouray.

Joe H

Verified

August 9, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

Great campground above the beautiful town of Ouray.

Antoinette V

Verified

August 8, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

Beautiful location and sites! Dave and Steve were excellent camp hosts. I can't wait to go back!
Antoinette

Antoinette V

Verified

August 8, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AMPHITHEATER

5

Beautiful location and sites! Dave and Steve were excellent camp hosts. I can't wait to go back!
Antoinette

Location Amphitheater (CO)

Address:

Ouray, CO, 81427
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 550, located approximately 2 miles north of the campground.

Elevation: 2575 feet

Distance to downtown

2.4 mi drive to downtown Ouray (about 8 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
  • Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
  • campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
  • FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • Click here for more information on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
  • Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

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Last updated: September 10, 2026

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