Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Montrose, CO
Nestled in the picturesque San Juan Mountains, Montrose, CO, offers a diverse array of camping options perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in nature. For those preferring the comforts of home, several well-equipped RV parks such as the Montrose/Black Canyon KOA provide spacious sites with essential amenities while offering stunning views of the surrounding peaks. Tent campers can explore nearby established campgrounds, including the serene Ridgway State Park, which features lakeside spots and hiking trails set against the backdrop of spectacular mountain scenery. If solitude and adventure are what you seek, the area's dispersed camping options allow you to pitch a tent amidst the pristine natural beauty of the Uncompahgre National Forest, offering a true backcountry experience. With its diverse landscapes, including lush forests, rocky outcrops and crystal-clear rivers, Montrose serves as a gateway to unforgettable outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a solo adventure, Montrose, CO, is the ultimate destination for RV, tent, and dispersed camping set in a breathtaking Colorado landscape.
South Rim Campground is part of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Colorado (1 hr 30 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 8,250 feet. There are a total of 85 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 1 site has electric and water hookups. 22 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $22.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, amphitheater, pay telephone. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Ridgway Campground is part of Ridgway State Park in Colorado (1 hr 38 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 7,050 feet. There are a total of 260 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 232 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 38 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 70 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 162 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, swimming, picnic table, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Iron Creek Campground is part of Crawford State Park in Colorado (1 hr 24 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 6,573 feet. There are a total of 45 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $32.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing.
Clear Fork Campground is part of Crawford State Park in Colorado (1 hr 25 min east of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 6,578 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 16 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 1 site has full hookups (electric, water and sewer). Fees range from $22.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Jackson Guard Station is located in the Ouray Ranger District, Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests (2 hrs 25 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 9,044 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $75.00 per night. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lake Fork (Gunnison) Campground in Gunnison County is located 1 hr 52 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO with an elevation of 7,549 feet. There are a total of 82 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 76 sites can accommodate RVs between 22 and 52 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Elk Creek Campground in Gunnison County is located 2 hrs 57 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO with an elevation of 7,533 feet. There are a total of 145 campsites including 16 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 129 sites can accommodate RVs between 21 and 62 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 28 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $22.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, general store, boat ramp, swimming, marina, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, gasoline pump, flush toilets, water sports rental. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Paonia Campground is part of Paonia State Park in Colorado (1 hr 43 min east of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 6,453 feet. There are a total of 12 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the beginning of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 10 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Vega Campground is part of Vega State Park in Colorado (1 hr 12 min east of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 8,064 feet. There are a total of 116 campsites including 5 cabins. The campground is open all year. 96 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 35 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
James M Robb Colorado River Island Acres Campground is part of James M Robb Colorado River State Park in Colorado (just 23 min east of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 4,764 feet. There are a total of 74 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 68 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 36 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 32 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $37.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, playground, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
West Dolores Campground is located in the Mancos/Dolores Ranger District, San Juan National Forest (1 hr 52 min north of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 7,743 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 3 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $35.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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