Join the fun near Dolores. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Dolores, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
"Good showers, some of the camp sites have decent WiFi connection, fairly quiet, and wildlife (deer and prairie dogs) in camp side. Toilets not the best, lots of wasps"
"I'm not sure what the hook-up situation is for campers. We were able to enjoy cool evening walks; where we would often spot deer."
"The Views is located just outside Dolores, CO with immediate access to McPhee Reservoir, Dolores River and miles of mountain bike trails."
"Trails around and views galore. Close to Mesa Verde National Park and close to Dolores which has tons of hiking! Will visit again soon!"
"This is BLM Land outside of Mesa Verde National Park. Has quite a few different sites that are all free and have fairly easy access to."
"This was such a nice spot super close to Mesa Verde national park. It was about a 5 minute drive from the park entrance."
"The Cortex/Mesa Verde KOA in Cortez, Colorado, was the best campground we stayed at (out of 10) on our #9parks12days road trip in June 2016."
"They even had Easter candy and eggs in the office and outside the door for the kiddos. They directed us to our site which was located just behind the teepees."
"An absolutely magical location on the Dolores river in SW Colorado. The owners are wonderful people who are very helpful and also operate a great gift shop with very reasonable prices."
"All along the gorgeous Dolores River. This would be the perfect spot to meet with friends or family who don't have an RV. We were at site 13 with our 30' Grand Design bumper pull trailer."
"This rv park is right next to the entrance to mesa verde. It was a nice park and showers were included! There’s also a pool and mini golf if you’re interested in that."
"Our back-side neighbors had to move their picnic table back in order to accommodate our driver-side slide (the distance between our extended slide and their trailer is about 8 feet."
$30 - $60 / night
"We prefer off the beaten path and when we rolled into Dolores, CO in our van late on the 25th of October we were happy to find Stoner on Dyrt, about 20 minutes outside town."
"The mayor of Stoner, Colorado, Scott is a great host and very generous. The place is very well maintained and clean and looked after. They have RV spots right on the river, Stoner Creek!"
"It is close to the highway and you can hear the traffic but it’s nothing too bad, in my opinion. The sites seem pretty well spaced out for a little bit of privacy."
"This campsite is right outside of Mesa Verde and is easy to locate. Campsites are located along a dirt road and they are clearly marked."
"Close to Hwy 160, so easy to access. Campsite access road ok, rutted abit in some places from prior mud which has since dried."
"We picked a site close to the entrance for medical reasons but did travel up the dirt road past site 13. Absolutely Beautiful. Sitting by the camp fire as we speak and just enjoying pure nature."
$20 - $90 / night
"Mancos State Park is a convenient stop in SW Colorado just outside Mesa Verde NP. Dry campsites, some only small trailer or truck camper size. Plenty of room for tents in each site."
"Nice shade provided by trees; it's adjacent to a resevoir, so just a short walk to the road crossing over the resevoir provides a great view of the sunset."
GuideA place that could use an update. All the amenities are there (water, electricity, picnic table, shower, toilets, swimming pool, small children's park) but in a disharmonious setting. We chose it for its proximity to Mesa Verde National Park and not as a vacation spot.
LegendIf you're planning on riding the Scenic Railroad, this is the place for you. 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, so there's no need to drive into town and park.
The campsites are fairly large, and well shaded. The restrooms, showers and laundry room are all clean and well maintained. There's also an exterior utility sink.
The only downside for us was that the pool closes at 7:30, and we never got back from sightseeing in time to use it.
Scoutgood:
Only 20 minutes from Mesa Verde NP gate.
It is developed camping, but not right on top of each-other.
Pit toilets were clean, potable water spigots everywhere, whole camp is clean and well kept by the camp host.
not great:
Road noise is not awesome. Try to get the sites furthest back.
IF you are tent camping, the tent pads are chipped rock, not round gravel. Bring an extra tarp or two to protect your tent footprint.
ScoutLived in Durango area 16 years ! Lime Creek and Cascade falls are where I'm headed now.
GuideThis place is a gem. You are up in the mountain basins here. You need to pass at least one mountain pass to get here. Trailer pullers make sure your engine is sound and breaks ready. Make sure you technically break to and keep it in low gears. Please please pack out what you pack in. Do NOT stay in one spot more than 14 days. There was one unit out there everyone was saying had been there for weeks. The water is glacial so you won't be swimming! Come with your own power source. The only thing they offer is a bathroom and you better bring your own TP. There are other dispersed spots along this road. it is a short drive in to Silverton where there is a grocery store, and other shops. This place is also located on the famous million dollar highway Of which has steep drops off so no room for error. Be safe out there. The Ice lake trailhead has some pay for campspots and the host sells wood. The trail is moderate to hard. You have to be in very solid shape to make all three lakes.
TravelerThe whole campground was incredible. I recommend trying for sites 39-43 which have an incredible lake view.
TravelerThis is a very accessible area. Spots are big and private. Clean 15 total spot so you're sure to find one.
ScoutBeautiful location. Drove in via Deep Creek Road. The road isn't terrible if you have high clearance and 4WD.
4 stars because some of the other campers lack some common decency and respect. Near or on the summit someone had a dog barking quite literally all night long. This dog was barking for 15 minutes around 9pm, a few minutes around 10:30pm, 15 minutes at 1am, and then off and on through sunrise. Attached a video of the barking at 1am.
Just because this is dispersed camping, doesn't mean respect for other campers should go out the window. Absolutely ridiculous and very disappointing.
TravelerThis is truly an amazing spot, problem is there is only one spot and at over 8 miles from the road. Chances if you get here the spot is taken. But if your lucky enough to grab you'll love it
Camping near Dolores, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning views and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to pitch a tent or a place to park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping near Dolores, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful surroundings!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Dolores, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 168 campgrounds and RV parks near Dolores, CO and 68 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dolores, CO is Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park with a 4.3-star rating from 100 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 68 free dispersed camping spots near Dolores, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Dolores, CO that allow camping, notably Mesa Verde National Park and San Juan National Forest.
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