2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Pagosa Riverside Campground and Vallecito Resort provide upscale glamping accommodations near Chimney Rock, Colorado, with both locations offering premium canvas structures and luxury cabin options. These glamping campsites feature comfortable beds with linens, private bathrooms, and climate control systems that create a resort-like atmosphere while maintaining a connection to the natural surroundings. "Pagosa Springs Riverside Campground is a super sweet spot," one visitor noted, highlighting the peaceful riverside setting. The glamping accommodations at Oasis RV Resort and Cottages include deluxe canvas structures with picnic tables and grills, allowing guests to enjoy outdoor dining without sacrificing comfort. Each glamping resort maintains landscaped grounds with privacy barriers between sites, creating secluded retreats within the larger property.
Situated along the scenic Highway 160 corridor, these glamping resorts serve as ideal baseposts for exploring the region's natural attractions, including Mesa Verde National Park and the San Juan National Forest. Guests can access nearby hiking trails, fishing spots, and wildlife viewing areas, then return to their climate-controlled accommodations. According to a camper, "The campground was relatively small so nothing was too far away. Laundry facilities were nice. Lots of showers that were private stalls." During summer months, glamping guests enjoy access to swimming pools, while winter visitors appreciate the heated accommodations and proximity to skiing areas. Most glamping campgrounds near Chimney Rock remain open from April through October, with some premium locations requiring reservations months in advance due to high demand.
"Located close to town off an easily acsessable road, is lakeside and riverside, offering a very peaceful vibe."
"When we arrived, the staff greeted us, checked us in, and led us to our site. They showed us where all the amenities were, and left us to get set up."
"We stayed here during stage 1 fore restrictions so we could build a campfire. Hosts were very friendly and kept the facilities immaculate. Firewood available for purchase from them."
"Great area to stay outside of Pagosa Springs! Good views with a up kept campground. Less people, larger sites and more secluded than the Pagosa campgrounds. My kind of place!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $100 / night
"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."
"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."
"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."
"It’s right on the lake but tucked away in some towering ponderosas, with lots and lots of space between each site."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $31 - $39 / 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!"
from $47 - $197 / night
"The lake is not swimmable but you can kayak/canoe etc. Bathrooms are clean. There is drinking water but looked yellowish. The camp host was great (Derek)and kept the place clean."
"The people who were watching the campsite took really good care of the toilets that were close by."
from $32 / night
"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!"
"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."
from $45 - $70 / night
"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."
GuideBeautiful, quiet setting in San Juan National Forest with great mountain views. The drive in is easy enough, but it still feels nicely removed. Verizon coverage is pretty weak. Vault toilets onsite. There were two other campsites occupied during my stay and everyone was quiet and respectful. Would stay again.
GuideWe stayed here specifically because of trolley stop across the street from the campground. We took it into Durango twice, once to take the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge and the other to walk around town. The campground sits right on the tracks for D-S, so you can watch the 3 trains go up in the morning and come back late in afternoon. Laundry room clean and lots of machines. Showers clean. Nice staff! The only negative is road noise from traffic if you're up in site close to road. Would return!
GuideCame a few days before the ground closes for winter so it was nice and mostly empty. Some sites are very close to a road, country road so not tons of traffic but not super private.
ScoutThe campgrounds themselves are very nice and the camp host is fabulous. I was in a tent. Fire ring with dousing water provided. Lots of spigots. Hwy 160 runs just south of the grounds. Trucks engine breaking, etc. heavy until 1100 at night and starts up again at 0500 AM. I think this would be best for people in RVs. Try to stick to the back furthest away from the highway.
Traveler2 1/2 miles into town and makes for a good bike ride. Bathroom, showers and laundry facilities are clean and well maintained. So helpful and contacting at the front desk and cute little store. A reasonable price and good location.
Travelerlots of little roads with many spots, first come first serve! try to find spots away from the pumpjacks as they make a deep, rhythmic thumping noise.
GuideNice campground with lots of pull through sites along the river for $85. Campgrounds have everything from full hookups to no hookups and a few cabins. Staff are really friendly.
LegendDidn't intend to stay here--I usually prefer more remote campgrounds, but my cat had a medical emergency and this was very close to Durango.
The campground is huge--over 100 sites plus cabins, a pool (closed til May), TV room, laundry, showers, a playground and more. I think it used to be a KOA--so imagine those kinds of amenities.
I ended up in a small Water/electric site that I had to use my levelers for. Some deer and bunny in the campground
Was mostly empty in April. If it was full, imagine I would feel claustrophobic. Nice showers--but men and women are not separate. App based laundry, which was nice to clean everything after my cat was sick.
The only downside for me was the price. $68/night. I don't usually pay this much for a campground, but was grateful it was here when I needed it
LegendDurango is known for historic trains and this RV park has a historic train that runs right through it.
Right on a river. Small family run campground. Good stopping point if exploring Durango.
Camping in the vicinity of Chimney Rock, Colorado offers access to the San Juan National Forest with elevations ranging from 6,500 to 7,500 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 45°F to 85°F while nights can drop below freezing even in summer months. The camping season generally runs from late May through mid-October, with some private facilities extending their operations depending on weather conditions.
Fishing at Williams Creek Reservoir: Located near San Juan National Forest Williams Creek Campground, this body of water offers trout fishing throughout the summer season. "We had a great visit and stay at this campground. Only 1.5 miles from the lake which was great. Lots of space between spots and the bathrooms are good too," notes Chris P.
Historical exploration: The Chimney Rock Archaeological Area contains ancestral Puebloan ruins just minutes from camping options. "Great place lots of ruins and s nights to see," shares Paul A. from Casa Chimney Rock Bed and Breakfast.
Riverside relaxation: Set up along the San Juan River at several campgrounds for water access. "We had a tent site on the river with our puppy. The staff were very helpful and the facilities including the showers were well maintained," explains Calvin R. about his experience at Pagosa Riverside Campground.
Riverside sites: Campers appreciate access to water features. "We had a nice large tent site right by the river. No trees on this site but the view and the river made up for that. Scenery was great," reports Bret D. about his stay at Pagosa Riverside Campground.
Mountain views: The elevated terrain provides scenic vistas from several campgrounds. "We got a creekside site that was secluded and gorgeous. The restrooms may be the cleanest campsite restrooms I have ever seen! Nearby reservoir and trailheads made for an amazing trip," says Nicky A. about Williams Creek Campground.
Dispersed camping privacy: For those seeking seclusion away from established campgrounds, free options exist. "Nice free spot to pull off of the road. Climb a gravel hill (doable in my 23ft class b) to get to a 5 or so dispersed spots. Some have a view others have trails," explains Tara I. about Turkey Creek Road camping area.
Cell service limitations: Many camping areas have limited connectivity. "Cell service sucks with Verizon up here and WiFi available near office area only," warns Joseph W. about his stay at Vallecito Resort.
Seasonal variations: Camping conditions change dramatically throughout the season. "Temperatures as well as opening and closing dates can vary," notes Tyler M. regarding the Williams Creek Campground area.
Yurt camping options: While traditional yurt camping at Chimney Rock, Colorado is limited, several campgrounds offer alternative sheltered accommodations. "We stayed here for 3months. It is a scenic area, within walking distance to the Lake. The sites are tight, close together," shares Mike D. about Vallecito Resort, which offers cabin and glamping options similar to yurt experiences.
Pool access: For families with children, some campgrounds offer swimming options. "The pool is pretty small, but it was clean and the kids had a great time," reports Ellen T. about her stay at Oasis RV Resort and Cottages.
Train viewing opportunities: Children often enjoy watching the historic train pass through certain campgrounds. "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," explains Nick S. about United Campground of Durango.
Fishing with kids: Several lakes and streams provide opportunities for family fishing outings. "Small little pond people were fishing not many catching. The sites are pretty close together but do come with picnic table and fire ring. Very close to town fun little place," notes Jody R. about Pagosa Riverside Campground.
Level site availability: RVers recommend checking for level sites when booking. "All sites are asphalt with concrete pads for the tables. The sites are level," confirms Melody M. about her experience at Sky Ute Casino Resort.
Parking considerations: Some campgrounds offer specific advantages for various RV sizes. "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," shares Julia M. about Oasis RV Resort and Cottages.
Mountain driving preparation: Access roads to some campgrounds require careful navigation. "Reserve ahead of time. We got lucky that this site was available. Site #12 is the best if you can reserve it. Big lot and easy to get our camper trailer in with room to park both of our vehicles," advises Jeremy S. about Williams Creek Campground.
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