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Camping in Colorado
2,486 places to camp in Colorado: 584 national forest and federal campgrounds, 215 state park campgrounds, 796 free dispersed and primitive spots, 891 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 75°F and lows near 46°F.
Best areas to camp
- Around Estes Park327 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Carbonate189 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Winter Park186 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around City of Creede182 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Copper Mountain175 camps in the area within 25 miles
Questions
When is the best time to camp in Colorado?
The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 75°F and lows near 46°F.
Is there free camping in Colorado?
Yes: 838 free or dispersed spots, mostly on national forest and BLM land.
Will I have cell signal camping in Colorado?
At about 60% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.
Where are the darkest skies for camping in Colorado?
1,603 camps sit under the darkest skies (class 1–2). See the stargazing page.
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Open Colorado in Find campsThis week's picks
A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.
Gypsum CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signalGypsum Campground is located along the Eagle River and is readily accessible from Interstate Highway 70. The campground is open May 15 - November 15 annually. There is no reservation…
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Haviland Lake CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalHaviland Lake Campground is situated on its beautiful namesake within the San Juan National Forest, 18 miles north of Durango. Visitors enjoy the area for its canoeing, fishing and hiking…
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Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt Nf (Co)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalHahns Peak Lake Campground lies on the shore of a small, scenic lake 30 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Families and outdoor enthusiasts love the abundant hiking, hunting, off…
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Lakeview GunnisonFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and boating, and abundant off-road and biking opportunities.
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Thirty MileFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThirty Mile Campground is nestled on the banks of the Rio Grande River, just a short mile from the Rio Grande Reservoir. The location is perfect for anyone who loves to spend time fishing…
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Lone Rock Campground (Co)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLone Rock Campground, located along the South Platte River, boasts spectacular views and top-notch fly fishing waters. Hikers thoroughly enjoy the nearby Gill Trail and kayakers are drawn…
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May QueenFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalMay Queen Campground is located at the far western end of Turquoise Lake in a shaded lodgepole pine forest. Conveniently perched near the Charles Boustead Memorial Tunnel, May Queen offers…
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Williams Creek CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalThis popular campground, 23 miles north of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, offers both shaded and sunny campsites with some located creek-side. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing…
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Free camping in Colorado
838 spots cost nothing: dispersed sites on national forest and BLM land and free campgrounds. Most have no water or toilets, and stays are usually limited to 14 days.
Thompson Creek CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signalThe Thompson Creek Recreation Management Area is located just a few miles southwest of Carbondale and provides beautiful, remote recreational opportunities. On the North end of the RMA is…
View camp →- Box ElderFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
BLM's Box Elder Campground is located within the Dolores River Canyon 6 miles NE of Dove Creek. The campground has 11 campsites with fire rings and picnic tables along with two vault…
View camp → - Bear River Developed Camp SitesDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
These campsites remain open until snow makes it unreachable.
View camp → - Gordon Gulch Dispersed Camping AreaDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Five miles north of Nederland, National Forest System Road (NFSR) 226, commonly known as Gordon Gulch, turns east off of Colorado Highway 72. NFSR 226 intersects other forest roads: NFSR…
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