Discover Camping in Colorado

• Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee Ng

  USDA Forest Service

  Near Fort Collins, Colorado

  

  The Arapaho National Forest was established by Theodore Roosevelt on July 1, 1908. The Roosevelt National Forest, originally part of the Medicine Bow Forest Reserve, was first named the Colorado National Forest in 1910 and was renamed by President Herbert Hoover to honor President Theodore Roosevelt...

• Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

  National Park Service

  Near Montrose, Colorado

  

  Big enough to be overwhelming, still intimate enough to feel the pulse of time, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park exposes you to some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. With two million years to work, the Gunnison River, along with the forces of weat...

• Chimney Rock National Monument Tours

  San Juan National Forest

  Near Pagosa Springs, Colorado

  

  Chimney Rock National Monument lies within the San Juan National Forest, between Durango and Pagosa Springs in southwestern Colorado. The Monument encompasses 4,726 acres, preserving hundreds of prehistoric sites that dot the landscape around the twin spires known as Chimney Rock and Companion Rock....

• Curecanti National Recreation Area Tours

  Curecanti National Recreation Area

  Near Gunnison, Colorado

  

  Explore the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with a park ranger on the famous Morrow Point boat tour. Discover a seldom seen waterfall and ancient canyon walls, and learn about the local landscape, resources, history, geology, wildlife and more. The hour and a half long interpretive boat tours depart a...

• Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

  USDA Forest Service

  Near Gunnison, Colorado

  

    It’s the Geography – Plateaus to Peaks Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests offer scenery and an abundance of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Over three thousand miles of trails and routes provide access to areas of rugged beauty and solitude. Many were carv...

• Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve

  National Park Service

  Near Crestone, Colorado

  

  Open 24/7 year round! There are no limitations, timed entries, or reservations to visit. The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, alpine lakes, and tundra. Stay on a moonless night to experience countless stars in this Internati...

• Mesa Verde National Park

  National Park Service

  Near Mancos, Colorado

  

  For over 700 years, the Ancestral Pueblo people built thriving communities on the mesas and in the cliffs of Mesa Verde. Today, the park protects the rich cultural heritage of 26 Pueblos and Tribes and offers visitors a spectacular window into the past. This World Heritage Site and International Dar...

• Mesa Verde National Park Tours

  Mesa Verde National Park

  Near Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado

  

  Mesa Verde National Park was established in 1906 to preserve and interpret the archeological heritage of the Ancestral Pueblo people who made it their home from 600 to 1300 CE. Today, the park protects nearly 5,000 known archaeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings. These sites are some of th...

• Picket Wire Canyonlands Guided Auto Tour

  PSICC

  Near La Junta, Colorado

  

  Overview: For a unique and unforgettable family experience, tour the Picket Wire Canyonlands. Located on the Comanche National Grassland south of La Junta, Colorado, these rugged and remote canyons are home to the largest dinosaur tracksite in North America! Guided auto tours are the easiest way ...

• Rio Grande National Forest

  USDA Forest Service

  Near Monte Vista, Colorado

  

  From the Sangre de Cristo to the San Juan Mountains, the jagged peaks and rushing rivers of the San Luis Valley public lands wrap themselves around this Rocky Mountain basin. Whether viewing the mountain scenery from roads or finding challenge on trails, visitors discover solitude and self-reliance...

• Rocky Mountain National Park

  National Park Service

  Near Estes Park, Colorado

  

  Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore o...

• San Juan National Forest

  USDA Forest Service

  Near Durango, Colorado

  

  The San Juan National Forest includes approximately 1.8 million acres of federal lands administered by the U.S. Forest Service in Southwestern Colorado. The scenery ranges from high desert mesas and canyons to high alpine peaks and meadows. The area features a National Forest scenic byway, the San J...

• White River National Forest

  USDA Forest Service

  Near Carbondale, Colorado

  

  White River National Forest offers sharp contrasts of outdoor opportunities including highly developed year-round recreation near resorts as well as acces to primitive backcountry including eight designated Wilderness areas . Search for opportunities by activity, or area, and explore the outdoo...

• 18 Road - North Fruita Desert

  Bureau of Land Management

  Near Loma, Colorado

  Enjoy a system of world class single-track mountain biking trails accessible directly from the adjoining campsites. The trail system and associated camping provide great opportunities to experience the diverse terrain of the desert environment along the base of the Bookcliffs. Food, lodging and othe...

• Aa Bar Ranch (Aa Barn) Group Picnic Site

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Grand Lake, Colorado

  

  Reservable, day-use site for group picnics and other gatherings next to the Colorado River, Rocky Mountain National Park, and a historic barn that is available for indoor activities. Site not shaded. Motorized access to site and use of barn facilities are by reservation only. Visitors may access on...

• Alder Guard Station

  Rio Grande National Forest

  Near South Fork, Colorado

  

  Alder Guard Station is located 2 miles north of the town of South Fork along Alder Creek in the Rio Grande National Forest. The guard station was constructed in 1910 and was the residence and office for the local ranger district. Today the historic cabin is a comfortable getaway for guests seeking r...

• Alpine Ranger Station

  Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

  Near Powderhorn, Colorado

  

  The Alpine Ranger Station is situated on the Alpine Plateau at 9,600 feet, in a beautiful alpine valley surrounded by aspen, spruce and fir forest. With inspiring views and multiple nearby recreation opportunities, the Ranger Station is just the place for a quiet and historic retreat, with a few mod...

• Alvarado Campground

  PSICC

  Near Westcliffe, Colorado

  

  Alvarado Campground, located at an elevation of 9,000 ft., is a prime location for accessing easy to challenging hikes in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. The variety of trails lead to high elevation lakes, picturesque waterfalls, and a number of stunning scenic overlooks. Alvarado is designed for a...

• Amphitheater (CO)

  Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

  Near Ouray, Colorado

  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.The campground offers single-family campsites, several of which are designated for tent camping only. E...

• Angel Of Shavano Group

  PSICC

  Near Salida, Colorado

  

  Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area's best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Reservations are REQUIRED at this facility. Reservations ca...

• Ansel Watrous

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Bellvue, Colorado

  

  Ansel Watrous Campground is located on the Cache la Poudre River, 22 miles northwest of Fort Collins, Colo., along Highway 14. Visitors enjoy the area for its great rafting, fishing and hiking opportunities.The campground offers accessible single-family sites, each equipped with a 12-by-15 tent pad,...

• Arapaho Bay

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Grand Lake, Colorado

  

  Arapaho Bay Campground is located on Lake Granby, southeast of Grand Lake, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its great boating, fishing and hiking opportunities.The campground offers three loops of single- and double-family sites, a few of which are accessible. Each site is equi...

• Aspen (CO)

  PSICC

  Near Jefferson, Colorado

  

  Aspen Campground is an excellent place for campers looking to relax, hike, fish and enjoy the sounds of nature. The campground sits near Jefferson Creek, a few miles downriver of Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by stee...

• Almont

  Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

  Near Gunnison, Colorado

  This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay fe...

• Angel of Shavano

  PSICC

  Near Salida, Colorado

  This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay fe...

• Arapaho National Recreation Area Passes

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Granby, Colorado

  

  Part of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, the Arapaho National Recreation Area (ANRA) is a 35,000 acre scenic water wonderland in the upper reaches of the Colorado River Valley. The recreation area includes five major reservoirs: Lake Granby, Shadow Mountain Reservoir, Monarch Lake, Wil...

• Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests Christmas Tree Permit

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Fort Collins, Colorado

  

  Due to impacts from wildfires, there have been many changes to available Holiday Tree cutting opportunities.   Please be sure to read all the regulations and tips prior to setting out on your Holiday Tree harvesting adventure. Plan to cut your Holiday tree on a weekday to avoid weekend crowding...

• Aspen Glade (Rio Grande National Forest, CO)

  Rio Grande National Forest

  Near Antonito, Colorado

  

  Aspen Glade Campground sits on the Conejos River in southern Colorado, providing a premium setting for fly fishing and peaceful nature watching. Forest Road 250 provides an unforgettable scenic drive, where visitors are met with sweeping views of the Conejos Canyon and River. Just upstream of th...

• Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co)

  Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

  Near Whitewater, Colorado

  

  Aspen Leaf is one of three cabins at the Cold Springs Work Center that welcomes guests with its homey vibe and remote mountain setting. Mountain biking and off-road vehicle trails are easily accessed here. The cabin was built in the 1930s for use by Forest Service employees. Vehicles can easily a...

• Baby Doe

  PSICC

  Near Leadville, Colorado

  

  Baby Doe Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in the shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. This family-friendly campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing. The campground was named for Elizabeth McCourt, whose nickname was Bab...

• Bassam Guard Station

  PSICC

  Near Buena Vista, Colorado

  

  The cabin provides visitors with access to many recreation opportunities in the remote back country. The cabin was originally built around 1911 and was home to a forest guard. Early forest guards usually lived in tents, but if they were lucky, in a cabin like the Bassam Guard Station. Forest guards ...

• Bear Lake Campground (CO)

  PSICC

  Near La Veta, Colorado

  

  Bear Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 10,480 ft. Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.This rustic campground has 14 campsites, each with a table and fire ring. S...

• Bellaire Lake Campground

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

  

  Bellaire Campground is located 47 miles northwest of Fort Collins, Colo., near the Red Feather Lakes village. Visitors enjoy the area for its canoeing, fishing and trail opportunities.The campground offers accessible single, double and triple family sites with electric hookups. Five additional sites...

• Big Creek Lakes Campground

  Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG

  Near Walden, Colorado

  

  The popular Big Creek Lakes Campground offers a peaceful, scenic setting in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of northern Colorado. The campground is located in Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,000-ft., and is adjacent to Big Creek Lake, where fishing, boating and hiking are available.Big C...

• Blanco River Group Campground

  San Juan National Forest

  Near Pagosa Springs, Colorado

  

  Blanco River Group Campground is located four miles off U.S. Highway 84, on Forest Road 656. It is about 15 miles southeast of Pagosa Springs, on the Blanco River. The campground is a convenient stopping point between the towns of Chama, N.M., and Pagosa Springs, Colo. Secluded and quiet, the campgo...

• Blue Mountain

  PSICC

  Near Florissant, Colorado

  Blue Mountain Campground sits between Eleven Mile Canyon with the South Platte River to the north and the peak of Blue Mountain to the south, creating an impressive location for recreation and diverse scenery. The campground is primitive and quiet, creating a peaceful outdoor experience for guests. ...

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