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Silver Jack Campground

Silver Jack Campground, near Montrose, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without sacrificing comfort. With spacious sites and a friendly atmosphere, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.

The campground features clean bathrooms and a laid-back vibe, thanks to hosts who are always ready to help. Visitors rave about the short hike to the scenic overlook, which offers breathtaking views of Silver Jack Reservoir. As one camper put it, “The views are amazing,” and you’ll definitely want to take that stroll.

If you’re up for some adventure, there are trails nearby that lead around the reservoir and up to overlooks, perfect for soaking in the beauty of the area. Wildlife sightings are common, with deer and even a fox making appearances, though some campers noted the absence of chipmunks during their stay.

Keep in mind that the closest store is about 45 minutes away, so come prepared with everything you need. Whether you’re camping in a tent or an RV, Silver Jack Campground offers a peaceful retreat where you can unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

Description

National Forest

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

Overview

Silver Jack Campground has 60 campsites around three loops - Chipeta, Ouray and Sapinero. Each loop is heavily wooded with Aspen and a few spruce trees and an understory of tall grass and wildflowers. The campground is convenient to the Silver Jack Reservoir and a network of trails around the Cimarron Ridge. One of the three loops is often used for groups while the other two are for individual campers. Drinking water is available. There are no close communities to get provisions so visitors need to bring everything they need. This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.

Nearby Attractions

There are OHV trails nearby

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Location

Silver Jack Campground is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Montrose, CO drive east on U.S. Highway 50 to County Road 858 (Forest Access/Silver Jack Reservoir sign). Turn south on County Road 858 and travel approximately 18 miles south, past Big Cimarron and Beaver Lake Campgrounds, and turn right at the Silver Jack Campground sign. Travel along road to campground loops.

Address

County Rd 858
Montrose, CO 81401

Coordinates

38.23611 N
107.53762 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Poor
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

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Reviewed Jun. 21, 2022

Excellent

We stayed here the first day it opened in June of 2022. Only the middle loop of the campground was open at that time. Big sites, lots of pull through options. Very clean bathrooms. The hosts were friendly and informative. The short hike out to the overlook is worth the stroll. The views are amazing. Closest store is 45 min away so come prepared with everything you’ll need.

Site34
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Silver Jack Campground by Lacey O., June 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Silver Jack Campground by Lacey O., June 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Silver Jack Campground by Lacey O., June 21, 2022
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Reviewed Aug. 2, 2021

Great campground

Silver Lake July 4th holiday What a great campground! There are three loops with one dedicated to group camping. Lots of great views and decent site separation. The elevation is 9,100 feet. There are trails to an overlook of the reservoir and down around the reservoir. The entire campground (except groups) is all first come first served. It’s posted to select your site and the host will find you... eventually. It’s not like you are leaving anytime soon. The hosts Kathy and Jeneen are awesome. Very laidback and easygoing, creating a relaxed and stress free environment while staying on top of their campground tasks as needed. If they don’t catch up to you by dinner time, they will the next morning... relax! Interesting not to see a single chipmunk the entire week. Saw deer and a fox, lots of Monarch butterflies, but no chipmunks. No one has seen a bear this

Site25
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 1, 2021

Great San Juan Getaway

Beautiful area around Silver Jack Reservoir with scrub brush low turning to pine forest and huge aspen glades as you climb. Highly suggest taking 858/Cimarron road over the pass to highway 50/Cimarron Colorado in the fall due to the extensive Aspen population. This is where I grew up so camped in the area dozens of times at least.

Sitedispersed
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Sep. 6, 2020

Silver Jack Campground is located in a really scenic area.

Silver Jack Campground and reservoir are located in a beautiful setting. The reservoir isn't visible from the campground but there's a trail in the campground that leads to a scenic overlook with a great vista of the area. There are no RV hookups but plenty of sites are big enough for an RV. Motorized boats are not allowed on the reservoir.

Site34
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Silver Jack Campground by Erik S., September 6, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Silver Jack Campground?

    Camping at Silver Jack Campground can cost between $175.00 and $275.00 depending on the site.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Silver Jack Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Silver Jack Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Silver Jack Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Silver Jack Campground?

    There are 45 campsites at Silver Jack Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts