Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Silverton, CO
Nestled in the breathtaking San Juan Mountains, Silverton, CO is a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking diverse camping options. The area boasts a variety of campgrounds catering to RV travelers, such as the picturesque Silverton Lake Campground, which offers stunning views and amenities like water access and restrooms. For tent campers, the nearby Animas River Campground provides a tranquil setting along the river, complete with picturesque scenery and opportunities for fishing and hiking. Adventurous spirits can explore dispersed camping in the surrounding national forest, where seclusion and natural beauty await among towering pines and alpine meadows. The varying elevation and rugged terrain, ranging from 9,000 to over 14,000 feet, create unique opportunities for wildlife watching, hiking, and photography. No matter your camping preference, Silverton's enchanting landscapes ensure an unforgettable outdoor experience in the heart of Colorado's wilderness.
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.
Mancos Campground is part of Mancos State Park in Colorado (1 hr 15 min north of Farmington, NM) with an elevation of 7,846 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 25 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 14 and 40 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. Fees range from $22.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, 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.
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.
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