Established Camping
Molas Lake Park & Campground
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from October 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025.
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from October 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025.
Molas Lake Park & Campground, near Silverton, Colorado, is a stunning spot that offers breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere for campers. With 62 sites, it’s a great place to set up camp, whether you’re in a tent or an RV, and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
The campground is known for its picturesque lake, perfect for non-motorized boating and fishing. Visitors rave about the “incredible views” and the clean, well-spaced sites that provide a sense of privacy. As one camper put it, “The backdrop and lake are off the chart beautiful.”
Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, with showers available for a small fee. While some campers mentioned that the shower facilities could use some improvement, the overall cleanliness and friendly staff make up for it. Plus, you’re just a short drive from the charming mining town of Silverton, where you can explore local shops and dining options.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the area boasts fantastic hiking trails, including access to the Colorado Trail. Just be prepared for unpredictable weather, especially in early summer, as it can change quickly. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Molas Lake Park & Campground is a fantastic choice for those looking to immerse themselves in Colorado’s stunning wilderness.
Description
Municipal
Molas Lake & Campground was granted to the Town of Silverton in 1925 from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The 137-acre campground sits along the Million Dollar Highway (US 550) in the central San Juan Mountains; the most spectacular peaks in the Colorado Rockies. The Campground is adjacent to the largest wilderness area in the state of Colorado, the Weminuche Wilderness.
Molas Lake Campground provides visitors with unforgettable scenery, a stocked 25-acre lake, National Forest access via the Colorado Trail, and dark, starry skies free from light-pollution.
Location
Molas Lake Park & Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
From Durango Head out of town north on highway 550. After approximately 42 miles, you'll reach Molas Pass. Continue for approximately one more mile and find the entrance to the park on the right, immediately off of highway 550. Driving time from Durango is approximately one hour. From Silverton Head out of town south on highway 550, towards Durango. After approximately 5 miles, you'll see the entrance to Molas Park on the left side of the road. If you reach the top of Molas Pass, you've gone too far. Driving time from Silverton is approximately 10 minutes. From Montrose Head out of town south on highway 550, towards Ouray. Continue through Ouray on highway 550. Continue over Red Mountain Pass to Silverton. Go past Silverton and continue and additional 5 miles, you'll see the entrance to Molas Park on the left side of the road. If you reach the top of Molas Pass, you've gone too far. Total distance from Montrose is about 65 miles with a driving time of about 1.5 hours.
Address
U.S. Highway 550
Silverton, CO 81433
Coordinates
37.74940611 N
107.68341728 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly