Best Glamping near Bayfield, CO

Vallecito Resort in Bayfield houses cozy glamping accommodations along the picturesque shores of Vallecito Lake. The property offers a scenic mountain setting with full hookups and modern amenities, making it an excellent basecamp for exploring the San Juan National Forest. Each glamping unit provides a comfortable retreat with picnic tables and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. The resort features a store with camping necessities and is open seasonally from May through October. According to a camper, "Vallecito Resort, situated near Durango, Colorado, caters to both full-time RV enthusiasts and vacationers seeking a mountain retreat. Nestled in the San Juan National Forest, it provides a serene natural setting with comprehensive amenities."

Guests at Bayfield glamping destinations enjoy proximity to numerous outdoor recreation opportunities. From Vallecito Lake's excellent fishing and boating to nearby hiking trails through alpine forests, visitors find abundant activities within minutes of their canvas accommodations. The Durango North-Riverside KOA, located approximately 20 minutes from Bayfield, features yurts among its glamping options with access to swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities for families. Cell service can be limited in the canyon areas, particularly at Vallecito Resort where one visitor noted, "Cell service for the entire area is non-existent from the bottom of the dam all the way to the subdivision of Forest Lakes." Most properties maintain WiFi access near main buildings to keep guests connected while enjoying their wilderness retreat.

Best Glamping Sites Near Bayfield, Colorado (27)

    1. Durango RV Resort

    22 Reviews
    Durango, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-0783

    $47 - $197 / night

    "Full service, laundry facilities, pickleball court, grills in the public area, pool during summer months."

    "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!"

    2. United Campground of Durango

    20 Reviews
    Durango, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-3853

    $45 - $70 / night

    "It's perfect to pitch a tent or of dust, mud or rocks. Their bathrooms and showers are clean and welcome after a long day of riding. We had the train come through just feet from where we camped."

    "We stopped to get out of the heat wave and visit durango. Full Hookups, emptied and reloaded water tanks, did laundry, swimming pool, great showers, 1/4 mi to the park for river accees for tubing."

    3. Pine Point Campground

    7 Reviews
    Bayfield, CO
    12 miles
    Website

    $31 - $39 / night

    "It’s right on the lake but tucked away in some towering ponderosas, with lots and lots of space between each site."

    "However, the area around the lake had captured my soul and I had been hankering to return in early summer to it witness the lovely lady in all her glory. She did not disappoint."

    4. Durango North-Riverside KOA

    15 Reviews
    Cascade, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-4499

    "Bathrooms are stall, showers are stall/ curtained. Camp was clean and well kept. We brought a small grill and scavenged rocks to set it on; ate like kings."

    "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."

    5. Sky Ute Casino Resort

    2 Reviews
    Bayfield, CO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 563-7777

    "No grass at the sites, but lots of grass all around. The laundry is located beside the pool - you can swim while waiting for our laundry."

    "Clean sites, large enough for big rigs, full hookups, and great staff! Thanks for the fun!"

    6. Vallecito Resort

    5 Reviews
    Bayfield, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 258-9458

    "I did not give it 5 stars for a few reasons. 1, there is absolutely no cell service below the dam where the park is situated."

    "Vallecito Resort, situated near Durango, Colorado, caters to both full-time RV enthusiasts and vacationers seeking a mountain retreat."

    7. HTR Durango Campground

    14 Reviews
    Durango, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-5406

    "It was very woodsy, and secluded! It was quiet a hike up and down a hill to go to the bathrooms. I loveeee that they have a dog park!"

    "Several cabins, bathrooms & showers also available, but closed our week (scary virus). Nice, clean, non-heated pool was a plus. Friendly, helpful campsite hosts."

    8. Haviland Lake Campground

    22 Reviews
    Cascade, CO
    24 miles
    Website

    $30 - $98 / night

    "beautiful campground and nice big sites. picnic tables and fire pit. need to understand some sites are along the road and not good for a bigger rig with slide outs. but also have backin sites great for"

    "There are hookups at this campground and it isn't too far away from stores.  Liked the place overall.  No rushing waters but Haviland Lake took the attention. "

    9. Lower Hermosa Campground

    12 Reviews
    San Juan National Forest, CO
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-4874

    $20 / night

    "Sites have picnic table and fire pit with grill. Access to camp ground is on a rock dirt road that goes from single to double lane off and on. I drove a 21foot bus with a 16x7 tandem axle trailer."

    "The bathrooms are currently open and super clean! It’s also a great spot to set up base and go straight to the trails for hiking and dirt biking."

    10. Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park

    104 Reviews
    Mancos, CO
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 449-2288

    "In the tent loop we stayed in (Navajo) there's a variation of how the sites are set up."

    "In the tent loop we stayed in (Navajo) there's a variation of how the sites are set up."

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Glamping Reviews near Bayfield, CO

368 Reviews of 27 Bayfield Campgrounds


  • Joseph W.
    Jul. 25, 2020

    Vallecito Resort

    Beautiful location, poor cell service

    Vallecito Resort in beautiful Bayfield CO. We stayed here 3 days. This park is quite beautiful and well maintained. Staff is super friendly and helpful. There are a lot of seasonal residents here but all seem very friendly. We even joined them for a Christmas in July evening of decorating a tree, desserts and listen to Christmas music. Had a nice size spot #56. Very quite at night. Great location for day trips as we visited three near buy lakes, and Mesa Verda National park (used your America The Beautiful pass for free entrance). I would love to stay here longer and visit more locations but was only able to get three days. Cell service sucks with Verizon up here and WiFi available near office area only.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 29, 2025

    Durango RV Resort

    Oasis RV Resort - Check Satellite View

    Very nice RV / Cabin / Tent resort in Durango, CO. Full service, laundry facilities, pickleball court, grills in the public area, pool during summer months. We chose a mountain view site, which does have lovely views, but the reason for the review title is it is directly above the freeway and we needed earplugs for the traffic noise. Amending to note it is a very well-maintained RV=tent/cabin park, clean restrooms, clearly marked laundry, friendly staff.

  • Julia M.
    Nov. 10, 2020

    Durango RV Resort

    Nice site layout; Enjoyable stay! - THIS IS NOT KOA! NOW CALLED OASIS RV

    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! I could use email and stream videos with no delay; however we used a hot spot for work calls to be more clear, but their wifi probably could have been fine to do so. 2 of 4 bars AT&T but calls came in fine throughout the entire park. 

    SITE: Pretty campground layout. Love the"S" curved pull thru sites. We had an"S" shaped site with nice privacy and ease of arriving and leaving because of design. The sites all seemed to be nicely spaced from one another and private even though you are nearby. There were some views and there were a few pretty fall trees and a vacant pasture to look at while sitting at the picnic table. A small creek flows along the edge of site 23. Full hookup; level site; heated water so didn't have to worry about pipes freezing during stay; fire pit; grill; full sun site; rock roads but well maintained and not too dusty; light road noise. I'm sure the sites closer to the highway are louder near the campground entrance; no bugs in October that we experienced. 

    OTHER: Nearby Walmart and shopping center. About 20 min drive from Historic Downtown; about 5 minutes from Anytime Fitness gym. Laundry room was small and they didn't clean our clothes very well, but it was kept clean.

  • Jen G.
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park

    Fun and Chilly Adventures!

    We LOVED this campground (even though we froze our butts off)! We stayed here on the very first day of fall and it was absolutely gorgeous.

    In the tent loop we stayed in (Navajo) there's a variation of how the sites are set up. Our site was set up with the parking area up above, with steps down into the gambel oak grove where the tent pad and picnic table were. We really loved this setup, and it was really nice to feel a little more secluded from our neighbors than other sites in the campground.

    The bathrooms are well spaced and clean, and we're fairly certain that the Wi-Fi routers in the campground were in the bathroom buildings. If we stayed there for a longer amount of time where we'd need to be working, we would probably consider staying in a site closer to the bathroom for better Wi-Fi signal. But for our relatively short (and work-free) stay, it was fine.

    There are showers and laundry located in the main building near the camp store /cafe (where they have breakfast in the mornings, yum). The showers are free, and the laundry is very reasonably priced. The showers, though, at least in the fall, weren't my favorite. The ceiling is very high, and the changing area has no real separation from the shower itself, which makes showers pretty chilly as the water and water vapor has to heat up a much larger area than a smaller shower area. I think when we go back, we might try to rig our own shower curtain with suction cups or something to keep the shower a little warmer. Our second night there it had rained all day and the temperature dropped pretty rapidly once the sun went down (it dropped below freezing overnight, we had to make an emergency stop at Walmart to buy more warm bedding as the lowest it had been the rest of our trip was 51!), and a nice hot shower helped warm us up (especially in the morning) but it would've been nicer if there had been a shower curtain. I'm sure it's just a pain to keep shower curtains clean, but it would make a huge difference, especially in the "shoulder" seasons.

    There is also gas at the camp store, but it costs a fortune. Fill up in Cortez before heading up onto the mesa and you shouldn't need any gas while in the park. There are also free dump/fill stations for RVs, which is definitely handy. It's definitely worth it to stay in this campground up on the mesa rather than having to drive back down to Cortez every night.

    Overall we really enjoyed this campground and are hoping to go back soon!

  • Ben H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Turkey Creek Road

    Great views

    Nice area, seems like 3+ camping areas, I stayed here for about 4 days. Some fire pits and good views on the drive up. Road was not busy. Verizon signal was spotty. Most of the time I did not have any signal.

  • Jen G.
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park

    WonderFALL

    We LOVED this campground (even though we froze our butts off)! We stayed here on the very first day of fall and it was absolutely gorgeous.

    In the tent loop we stayed in (Navajo) there's a variation of how the sites are set up. Our site was set up with the parking area up above, with steps down into the gambel oak grove where the tent pad and picnic table were. We really loved this setup, and it was really nice to feel a little more secluded from our neighbors than other sites in the campground.

    The bathrooms are well spaced and clean, and we're fairly certain that the Wi-Fi routers in the campground were in the bathroom buildings. If we stayed there for a longer amount of time where we'd need to be working, we would probably consider staying in a site closer to the bathroom for better Wi-Fi signal. But for our relatively short (and work-free) stay, it was fine.

    There are showers and laundry located in the main building near the camp store /cafe (where they have breakfast in the mornings, yum). The showers are free, and the laundry is very reasonably priced. The showers, though, at least in the fall, weren't my favorite. The ceiling is very high, and the changing area has no real separation from the shower itself, which makes showers pretty chilly as the water and water vapor has to heat up a much larger area than a smaller shower area. I think when we go back, we might try to rig our own shower curtain with suction cups or something to keep the shower a little warmer. Our second night there it had rained all day and the temperature dropped pretty rapidly once the sun went down, and a nice hot shower helped warm us up (especially in the morning) but it would've been nicer if there had been a shower curtain. I'm sure it's just a pain to keep shower curtains clean, but it would make a huge difference, especially in the "shoulder" seasons.

    There is also gas at the camp store, but it costs a fortune. Fill up in Cortez before heading up onto the mesa and you shouldn't need any gas while in the park. There are also free dump/fill stations for RVs, which is definitely handy.

    Overall we really enjoyed this campground and are hoping to go back soon!

  • Ryan T.
    Oct. 11, 2024

    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.

  • Cindy R.
    Jun. 28, 2021

    Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park

    Not impressed

    The Zuni Loop was the only area open when we were there. We tent camped. 

    Positives: showers were open, lots of deer, night sky, so close to the interior of the Park, bear boxes, flushing toilets and running water in bathroom sinks. 

    Negatives: smallest campsites I've ever seen > made it challenging to set up. We were told all toilets (3) in that loop were open, but they actually were not (the one closest to us was still locked until the 2nd or 3rd night). Not much privacy as the sites pretty much sat right on the road. 

    Conclusion: would not return. Would much rather stay in the state park near Mancos which had HUGE shaded sites.

  • Elizabeth H.
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Durango RV Resort

    Beautiful and helpful

    The campground is set just a couple miles before Durango. They have a swimming pool, laundry facilities, a small dog park, and a very basic playground. They also have a little Caboose from which they serve simple breakfast items, and a little store with a couple of Essentials. Overall the staff was friendly and helpful and our experience was very positive. It was 55 bucks for a pull through site with hookups. We were not allowed to pitch a tent in the camper campsite.


Guide to Bayfield

Bayfield camping offers visitors access to the San Juan Mountains with elevations between 6,900-7,500 feet, creating moderate summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak season. The region receives approximately 18 inches of annual rainfall, mostly during afternoon thunderstorms in July and August. Most campgrounds within 30 miles of Bayfield operate seasonally from May through October due to winter snowfall.

What to do

Kayaking on Vallecito Reservoir: Launch from Pine Point Campground where the water is calm and clear. "The lake was great for kayaking and we saw a lot of people fishing. Great hiking trail that follows along a stream," reports one visitor at Haviland Lake Campground.

Historic train viewing: Watch the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad from your campsite. "The greatest thing about this campground though is that the Durango steam train goes right through the campground. To see the historic train right from your camper or tent window is pretty great," notes a camper at United Campground of Durango.

Mountain biking access: Explore trails directly from Lower Hermosa Campground. "It's also a great spot to set up base and go straight to the trails for hiking and dirt biking. Great hammock trees and you get the feel of being out in the middle of the nowhere while actually being pretty close to town if needed," explains one reviewer.

What campers like

Private sites with shade: Campers appreciate the natural spacing at many locations. "This is a very simple campground but just what we wanted. Pack in pack out, clean and well maintained sites, the only sound birdsong," states a visitor at Lower Hermosa Campground.

Access to town shuttles: Convenient transportation options exist for visitors without vehicles. "Not only does the train bisect the RV and Tent camping areas so you can watch it go by, but the city free trolley stop is right at the entrance and will take you to within a block and a half of the station downtown," reports a camper at United Campground.

Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathroom facilities are consistently mentioned. "The bathrooms are currently open and super clean! It's also a great spot to set up base and go straight to the trails for hiking and dirt biking," notes a Lower Hermosa visitor.

What you should know

Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly by location. "Cell service for the entire area is non-existent from the bottom of the dam all the way to the subdivision of Forest Lakes," explains a reviewer at Vallecito Resort, though many campgrounds maintain WiFi near office areas.

Weather patterns: Prepare for sudden afternoon storms, especially in summer. "The afternoon clouds rolled in like clockwork to provide a few showers and cool things down," notes a camper at Pine Point Campground.

Reservation timing: Popular sites book quickly during peak season. "We try to stay in site 18 as much as possible but you really have to make your reservations early. This is a very popular campground," advises a Pine Point visitor.

Tips for camping with families

Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer pools for cooling off. "The campground is a little ways outside of historic Durango and less than an hour from Mesa Verde. The tent site I stayed in was near the showers/bathroom and laundry and in the middle of the ground but didn't feel like I was lacking privacy," mentions a visitor at Durango North-Riverside KOA.

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with organized activities. "They had an ice cream station, outdoor movie watching area, pool, playground and other things. You can order breakfast and go to the trailer where it's cooked," reports a camper at Durango RV Resort.

Family site spacing: Some areas offer better privacy than others. "Very nice campground with a creek running through it. Bonus if you can get the creek side so you hear it all night. Well kept grounds. Very quiet and shady," mentions a visitor at HTR Durango Campground.

Tips from RVers

Utilities and hookup quality: Test electrical connections before setting up. "Thank God we had the surge protector and that I tested the outlet before plugging into the RV. The monitor indicated reverse polarity so we ended up having to move to another site. Always check your hookups before settling in," advises an RVer who stayed at HTR Durango.

Glamping close to Bayfield, Colorado: Several options for luxury tent camping exist within 20 minutes of town. "RV sites, some tent sites and cabins. Cabins have a single and a bunk, power, porch light, picnic tables and firepit. Office has firewood. Bathrooms are stall, showers are stall/curtained," notes a visitor describing glamping accommodations at Durango North-Riverside KOA.

Site selection for views: Premium sites offer better scenery but book quickly. "I recommend trying for sites 39-43 which have an incredible lake view," suggests a camper at Haviland Lake Campground.

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