Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Bayfield, CO has a lot to offer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Bayfield is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Bayfield, CO. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.
"there are spots up front i stayed at a spot on one of the road forks towards the end use these coordinates
36350–36498 US-160 Bayfield, CO United States"
"A residential area with no access to BLM land. Instead, search for Durfield dispersed camping nearby and it will take you to the correct place."
$47 - $197 / night
"We had to overnight in Durango area for one night, on our way from Colorado to Arizona."
"CUSTOMER SERVICE: Friendly staff; shuffled our stay around so we could extend and not relocate during the week.
WIFI/ CELL SERVICE: Camp wifi and speed seemed to work really well!"
$45 - $70 / night
"Its really close to the Durango old Town area (like 10 min drive or less) and about 45 minutes to mesa verde."
"We did 4 campgrounds during our trip in Colorado this summer."
$32 - $150 / night
"Very nice campground in a beautiful area near Durango. The bathrooms were very clean and the lots were all in good spots. Very close to part of the Colorado Trail!"
"The double site allowed us to put our 24-foot trailer across both spots with our front door facing the back of the campsite with nothing but beautiful national forest behind us!"
$32 - $45 / night
"One of the most beautiful in Colorado and that's saying a lot. Our site was big and it was right by Vallecito Creek. Big drought conditions going on this year so the reservoir was pretty low."
"Stores are close to the camp area if you need supplies. The trailhead for the Vallecito river trail is right there. It’s a beautiful hike through the Weminuche Wilderness area."
$65 - $1 / night
"Its a pretty expensive park...big rigs are regularly 79.00 and they did discount it 8.00 per night for off season, but all the big rig sites line up along the entrance/exit and people are arriving as late"
"Easy to find off the Highway. Close but not too close to downtown Durango. We were immediately greeted by CJ. He was extremely nice and he guided us to our shady site by the cafe."
$35 - $259 / night
"The lake view spots are amazing backed right up to their private lake. Plenty of walking trails and areas to run with the pups. This place is 20 from durango but bayfield has plenty to do in town."
"There are an abundance of flowers, streams, fishing areas, and walking trails. Gravel sites are very level. All hookups are available at every site, including cable TV."
$32 / night
"Our campsite was very close to the beach and the lake was ideal for paddleboardIng."
"Walking distance to the lake for kayaking, paddleboarding, etc. The camp sites are mostly shady. There's no hookups but there's water stations and vault toilets. The camp host is wonderful as well!"
"Outside of Durango, away from the road, all you hear is the river running by. The sites are all large and the grounds are immaculate. We stayed 5 nights and were very sad to leave."
"The river was right behind our site and there was a small amount of privacy. Pool was superb. My only complaints are that the bathhouse I went to (old one) was pretty rough."
$28 / night
"Not a spectacular view, but 6 large spots close to the free shuttle, bike path and rec center (totally worth the day pass) ."
"Yes it is dusty and really there is nothing cute about it but you can’t beat the location. We had access to the trails by the river. There are only 6 spots with water and 30 or 50 amp electric."
LegendA national park campground with free showers!!! There's laundry and a store as well. Ranger talks at the amphitheater. You get to pick your spot out of what is still open when you arrive (at least for tents, not sure about RVs due to sizing). Located 4 miles into the park.
GuideThis campground was very convenient for our 2 day visit to Mesa Verde. Sites were close together with not much privacy. Shower house was clean but everything else did not feel exceptionally well taken care of. Staff were somewhat helpful but didn’t seem super knowledgeable. Other campers were lots of fun to visit with as they came from all over the world. The social aspect was pretty fun.
Highly recommend the far view site and farming terrace hikes. Also the hike down and back from step house was awesome!
ScoutRig was running a bit rough over the last pass, so I took the advice of the lady at the forest service office in Durango and stopped at this Campground right off highway 160. When I learned there were plenty of vacancies, I decided to stick here through the holiday weekend. The views are phenomenal. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Starry nights when I stay awake long enough. Decent easy hiking. Toilet clean and close. Some drinking water taps, especially in loop B, dispense very bleachy water. All-day highway noise in an acoustically perfect valley keeps this place's popularity limited.
TravelerGot lucky and found a perfect site right by the creek with a fire ring. Easy to get to in our camper van, no 4 x 4 required. Vault toilet on site. Wasn't crowded even though it was Memorial Day weekend.
GuideI avoid campgrounds because most feel like parking lots. Not this one! Large grassy area in the center for kids to play, pavilion with live music plus group fire pits to sit around in the large swing seating. Two small dog parks with seating and shade. Seating near the river for guests to sit and chill. Every site has gas grills, fire wood and fire pits at no additional cost. Staff is amazing and the grounds are spotless. Definitely recommend. We have a 26ft. C class and 2 dogs.
GuideNot much to add to the other reviews. Found a great spot with view about 4.0 miles up. The spots get way more secluded and separated as you go up the road. Could do it in a non 4wd non high clearance, but wouldn’t recommend beyond the 4.5 mark.
TravelerNice level sites w electric. Great access to fishing. Camp hosts were very engaged. Clean pit toilets. Lots of hiking in area.
30 minutes to Durango
ScoutWe were there for 3 nights. On the arrival day, two of the women's toilets had no toilet paper and one seat had feces on it. The men's bathroom had an overflowing trash bin, dirty floors and toilet paper almost out. I contacted the office and they said they'd get right on it. By days end the women's room was fixed. However, after 3 days and numerous calls the men's bathroom only got worse. They never came in to clean. Same filthy floors, toilet paper out in all but one of the stalls, paper towels out, and an out of service stall. All sinks ran only cold water, in both men and women's bathrooms. On each call or person to person complain they said they'd take care of the issued but never did. Obviously, they really didn't care. The sites were nice with shade trees, but if you need the bathroom avoid this place.
TravelerThere were lots of sites in mid May probably bc it is cold. We left a night early bc we're not prepared for below freezing. The hot showers were amazing. Free and unlimited hot water. Just not enough hooks. Our site did not have a bear box.
Camping near Bayfield, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Bayfield, Colorado, is a great way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. Whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin, there's a spot waiting for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Bayfield, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 233 campgrounds and RV parks near Bayfield, CO and 79 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bayfield, CO is Bayfield/Durango Dispersed Camping with a 4.3-star rating from 15 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 79 free dispersed camping spots near Bayfield, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Bayfield, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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