Top Tent Camping near Arboles, CO
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Best Tent Sites Near Arboles, CO (15)
1. Turkey Creek Road
15 Reviews•37 Photos•350 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Tent Cabin
2. Lower Piedra River Camp
1 Review•4 Photos•50 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
3. Navajo Lake Relax Wild-u-can (group campsite)
1 Review•15 Photos•2 SavesAre you searching for a place that’s affordable and adventurous to take your family? Would you go camping if you could avoid the hassle and frustration of setting up and actually finding an available campsite? Our campground is designed for you. We offer 4 individual campsites with dome tents that are setup and ready to go. The property is intended for group camp-outs. Escape the craziness of the State park to a private place just up the road where you can “Relax Wild-u-can!”
Designed to make camping easy. The properties features include; lighted walking trails, a shaded central hosting area with a bbq grill, some outdoor games, 4 individual campsites with 3 person dome tents and a restroom. All you need to do is pack your sleeping bags, cooler and show up.
A loop drive allows you to bring your boats, ATV’s, UTV’s, toys and family along. Intended for lake-goers, hunters, outfitters, sportsman and good-timing people of all kinds who crave some wild in their life. Each site has its own privacy and feel yet they are arranged in a way that makes it a great place to host your family, scout crew, youth group or hunting party for your next outing. We offer you a private camping experience located far enough from the main areas of the lake where you can enjoy a quiet night under the stars or keep the party going all night long.
RELAX is part of our Live Wild~u~can properties located just minutes north of the Navajo Lake state park, (home of the top marina in the country). Situated on a high mesa overlooking the Pine river to the east and the Quality Waters of the San Juan to the the west. Conveniently positioned on the border of the renowned 2A and 2B big game units. Many records have been set in the surrounding hills and waters. Encompassed by endless miles of public land to explore loaded with wildlife and a rich cultural history. You just never know what you might find. Escape the chaos and headache of State park accommodations, to a place that has a little more freedom, privacy and piece of mind. Just bring your crew to Relax! Link up with our other near by properties for Rv and glamping experiences. Whether you are seeking individual sites or planning your next family reunion be sure to stay Wild~U~Can.
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
$100 / night
4. Columbine Campground
6 Reviews•17 Photos•26 Saves- Pets
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
5. Forest Road 37
1 Review•6 Photos•20 Saves- Tents
- Dispersed
6. Buzzard Park
Be the first to review!•1 Save4 sites for dispersed camping at 7300' in ponderosa forest west of Jicarilla Apache Reservation
- Tents
8. Forest Road 316 Roadside Camp
5 Reviews•3 Photos•48 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
9. Cherry Creek Gravel Lot
2 Reviews•1 Photo•20 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
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Recent Tent Reviews In Arboles
615 Reviews of 15 Arboles Campgrounds
Rick T.
Traveler
Big Meadows Reservoir Campground (south Central Co)
Nice
The sites are spacious and well-maintained, providing a perfect blend of privacy and community. Area Code The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making check-in a breeze.
- J
Juliana R.Traveler
Haviland Lake Campground
Amazing campsite
Reasonable prices & open during the winter.
The lake is beautiful and a great trail network around the camp, good for trail running.
Erik F.
Scout
New Jack Road
numerous campsites
area is pretty rocky so i would be careful with a ground tent. We stayed in our van and it was great.
taren C.Scout
Cherry Creek Gravel Lot
Beautiful views, flora and fauna
Beautiful place! It's pretty easy to get into, there are more secluded places up the hill a ways but it gets kinda rough. You can hear the highway, but it's not much. Just ambient background noise. I got a spot with shade all day, so that was awesome. There was one night an inconsiderate person parked his company truck and camper as close to me as was possible with wide open space all over and ran his generator. Luckily he was gone the next day.
- Ryan T.Traveler
Turkey Creek Road
Great Site Great View
Easy drive up 160 from Pagosa. Pitched the tent in the afternoon and headed to town for a soak.
Room for a couple cars and several tents. Not PERFECTLY flat for the tent-folk.
View is killer - we hit it at about peak color.
J. F.Scout
Tico Time River Resort
Not worth all the hype
We thought it would be great to check out Tico Time last weekend, but our experience was disappointing. We had reservations for Friday and Saturday night, but when we arrived, there was no one to help us find our campsite. After driving around aimlessly, we finally found our spot.
However, the place gave off a rundown, homeless camp vibe with old camp trailers, a hippie bus, and even a car on blocks, and another trailer had two motorcycles in various stages of being dismantled.
The zip line was a letdown, and there wasn't much shade due to the lack of trees. We wished we could have gone to the river to cool off. After just one night, we decided to move on and found a better spot further up the road in the mountains north of Durango.
- Mark B.
Guide
Pass Creek
Over night sleep stop.
Stop here just for and sleep stop overnight. Road is well maintained. Several places to pull off the side of the road or actual sites too. We have a 35' 5th wheel and had no problems menivering the area. Nice lake with a parking lot at the end the turn around at if you wish to take the road all the way to the end.
- MMatt H.Scout
Junction Creek Campground
Awesome tidy and private sites
Junction Creek campground is a lovely place to stay. The price is good, the hosts are just soo friendly and helpful. The site was even swept clean of pine needles as the toilets are very fresh.
The whole experience was very good with well spaced sites and flat ground all between the trees.
There is great walking and mountain biking right from camp too! Enjoy!
Kaltra B.Scout
BLM - Bayfiled/Durango
Next to highway, 5g connection
Going east from Durango, you make a right turn on silver hills road. You will see the blm sign. Gravel road, fire pits. We stayed in a camper van at one of the first spots and had 5g internet with AT&T. Can hear highway noise
- Patricia N.
Ranger
Angel Peak NM Badlands | Dispersed Camping
Breathtaking views
Traveling to Colorado from Albuquerque NM and this was a perfect place to camp. Arrived early Friday afternoon and got the only spot left our 26' toy hauler would fit in.
If you get there later in the afternoon on a weekend you will have a hard time finding a place in the official camping spots but you can disperse camp if the camp ground area is full.
We had good cell service with Verizon. It was cold for us but we had a nice fire to keep us warm.
Richard M.ScoutBig Meadows Reservoir Campground (south Central Co)
Place where THOUGHTS gets its peace
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Big Meadows Campground, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the stunning natural beauty surrounding the campground. The sites are spacious and well-maintained, providing a perfect blend of privacy and community. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making check-in a breeze. Other then this you can find me here!
https://www.carmatec.com- SShelley B.Scout
Rio Chama RV Park
Beautiful campground
Mostly RV sites, some tent sites. Some with no hookups, partial hookand full hookups. Awesome staff. Full bathroom & laundry facilities.
Padej G.ScoutHaviland Lake Campground
Quiet and Peaceful Campground.
This is a National Forests campground, and many of the sites have electricity, but nothing else. The sites are reasonably graded gravel sites. Some are pull-thru while others are back-in.
Noel L.Guide
Moore's RV Park & Campground
Old KOA but better
This is not desert Rose campground but Morris campground. An old KOA from the '70s. Very well maintained and clean. Very friendly staff and helpful. Would stay again.
- Tom W.Guide
Rio Chama RV Park
Shaded Next To River + Steam Train
The weather is perfect in the summer! The Cumbres & Toltec steam train goes by the campground twice a day at the trestle. The Rio Chama flows along the edge of the campground. The staff was friendly and helpful. The town of Chama is within walking distance. Definitely worth staying.
Emil J.ScoutBLM - Bayfiled/Durango
Good spot
Was great
- SScott S.Guide
East Fork Campground
Quiet in the Tall Timbers
We had site 22 which is away from the stream. Quite steep front to back. Level side to side. We were at our limit of ability to level the TT. Almost every site is big and well spaced. The whole area is treed with TALL lodgepoll pines with a few TALL ponderosa pines as well. Absolutely stunning. If you need solar, this is not the place. Otherwise it’s lovely.
- BBrian C.Scout
Forest Road 316 Roadside Camp
Decent spot that did the trick
We got to town late and our preferred spots were all taken, so we came here as a backup. The spots are all right off of the road and easy to get to. The views aren’t much, but they’re good spots. There’s a bit of traffic on the road but nothing out of the ordinary.
- KKellyTraveler
East Fork San Juan River, USFS Road 667 - Dispersed Camping
Fun location
There are 20+ campsites along FR667. Some can accommodate RVs, some only tents. We parked a popup at the 1st campsite past the bridge near the trailhead. 2 waterfalls are close, Pagosa Springs is 30ish mins away. Our kids tubed down the creek. Lots of ATV traffic, some bikes, but overall quiet.
- Jacob D.Guide
Forest Road 316 Roadside Camp
Great Spot - Not Very Wild
Awesome spot, TONS of places to pitch a tent or park a camper.
That being said - lots of generators, moderate views, cars driving by often.
- bbrian C.Traveler
Purgatoire Campground
Not located next to Purgatory Resort
The location is off as it says it's located in what is a neighborhood. Rec.gov website has the correct location.
Rating to reflect location only. I did not visit this campsite.
- Amy L.Guide
Vallecito Campground
Beautiful Campground
I stayed here for one night and was pleasantly surprised. It’s surrounded by tall Lodgepole pines that offer awesome shade and privacy from neighbors. Bathrooms were clean. Camp hosts were friendly. It sounds like there is a lot of bear activity so tent camping could be a concern. There were mostly RVs.
- DDaniel K.Traveler
New Jack Road
Long road, lots of choices!
Down a dirt road, you get to where you make a turn, and immediately you’ll start seeing unimproved site. The better sites appear to be closest to that turn, but if you keep driving you’ll find plenty of sites not within earshot of anyone else.
One think I noticed with ATT service you’ll get 2, sometimes 3 bars by my location (below). As I drove the road I was seeing mostly 1-2 bars.
Bring your own everything and enjoy the peaceful and quiet!
- NNathan M.Guide
FR 024 Dispersed
Nice spot on the river
Grate spot on the river No cell service Someone has left trash
- RRoseTraveler
Turkey Springs
Quite Spot in the Trees
Nice quiet area outside of Pagosa Springs. Lots of flat spaces, road is bumpy with some potholes, but not bad at all for BLM. 1-2 bars of Verizon LTE depending on where you are. We parked fairly fair up the road, no traffic.
Camille V.Scout
United Campground of Durango
Best campground this summer
We did 4 campgrounds during our trip in Colorado this summer. This one was the best: very clean, warm welcome, not that expensive… The Durango & Silverton train passes through the camp, it’s so fun. And you can the free trolley to go downtown Durango, very convenient. Thank you !
Emma T.ScoutTurkey Springs
Quiet and private camping in the woods
We had no trouble finding available spots out here on weekend nights, tons of open spaces to choose from. It rained quite a bit during the nights but never got muddy enough to get stuck anywhere. We had some surprise cow guests stop by in the morning! Lots of fun biking nearby!
Guide to Arboles
Camping near Arboles, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to relax by the river or explore the nearby mountains, there’s something for everyone.
What to do:
- Fishing: The San Juan River is a great spot for fishing. One camper mentioned, "The campgrounds are located on the San Juan River with good access for fishing," highlighting the convenience for anglers.
- Hiking: Explore the Vallecito Trail, which is right next to the Vallecito Campground. A visitor said, "The Vallecito Trail is such a beautiful hike and was right next to our camp site."
- Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for hummingbirds and other wildlife. One camper noted, "The amount of hummingbirds was crazy," during their stay at the Junction Creek Campground.
What campers like:
- Friendly Hosts: Campers appreciate the welcoming atmosphere. A review from Pagosa Riverside Campground states, "The hosts were the kindest people, I was treated with 'We're glad to have you, thank you for coming to stay.'"
- Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds pride themselves on cleanliness. A visitor at Oasis RV Resort and Cottages remarked, "The campground is clean, quiet, gorgeous."
- Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One camper at Turkey Creek Road said, "We had a great view, plenty of space and privacy."
What you should know:
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Junction Creek Campground, do not have showers or a market. A camper mentioned, "Restrooms were well maintained vault toilets. No showers anywhere in campground."
- Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots can fill up quickly. A visitor at United Campground of Durango noted, "Most sites were occupied. You can reserve sites in advance."
- Road Conditions: Some access roads can be rough. One camper warned about the "gravel road leading to the campground is VERY rough wash-board" at Junction Creek Campground.
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Spacious Sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for privacy. A camper at Pagosa Riverside Campground mentioned, "Enough space between campgrounds to have privacy."
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Many campgrounds have nearby trails and rivers for exploration. One family enjoyed the "great little path with the gushing river on the other side" at Pagosa Riverside Campground.
- Plan for Amenities: Check for campgrounds with laundry and showers. A visitor at Oasis RV Resort and Cottages appreciated the "24/7 laundry room, showers, bathrooms."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Hookup Availability: Make sure your chosen campground has the right hookups for your RV. A camper at Alpen Rose RV Park noted, "Most spots are close, but we had a large area w/picnic table."
- Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger rigs. A review from United Campground of Durango mentioned, "Tight spaces. We're 43 feet fifth wheel. Barely enough room to park truck in the site."
- Secure Your Belongings: Roads can be bumpy, so make sure everything is secured. A camper at Junction Creek Campground advised, "Secure your stuff and be ready for the bumpy ride."
Camping near Arboles, Colorado, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors, with plenty of options for families and RVers alike.
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