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Places to Camp near Dove Creek, CO

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Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Dove Creek, CO is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. Discover great camping spots near Dove Creek, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Dove Creek, CO (145)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from The Views RV Park & Campground

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    The Views RV Park & Campground

    18 Reviews
    34 Photos
    73 Saves
    Dolores, Colorado

    The Views RV Park& Campground welcomes you! Located near the heart of Southwest Colorado overlooking incredible vistas See all Four States from The Views, and experience breathtaking sunrises and sunsets Wander our 42 acres on the new trails We're located directly across the entrance to McPhee Reservoir for boating, fishing, paddle boarding and playing. Make The Views your base camp for hunting in the Fall or for your high mountain, desert and Mesa Verde adventures all season. Come see all that Southwest Colorado has to offer!

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  2. Camper-submitted photo from Devils Canyon Campground

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    Devils Canyon Campground

    17 Reviews
    30 Photos
    114 Saves
    Blanding, Utah

    Overview

    Devils Canyon Campground sits in the Manti-LaSal National Forest of southeast Utah at the foot of the Abajo Mountains. There is water available seasonally from June to September.

    Recreation

    Several miles of off-road vehicle trails crisscross the Abajo Mountains. The Camp Jackson/Wagon Wheel Trail can be accessed nearby. The Abajo Loop State Scenic Backway passes by the campground. It leads from the desert floor and red rock canyons to steep mountains over 10,000 feet high, with overlooks and panoramic views. The byway is suitable for passenger vehicles from late spring through fall but is not recommended for large RVs.

    Facilities

    The campground contains numerous single-family sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water (seasonal) are provided. Showers are available eight miles south in Blanding. Firewood is limited. Parking spurs are paved. Sites # 1-5 and 8-16 are accessible and have paved areas around the fire pit and picnic table. Sites # 6 & 7 have short trails from parking spur to paved camping area and are not considered accessible. There is a 14 day stay limit at this campground.

    Natural Features

    Ponderosa pines, pinyon pines and juniper cover the area, offering limited shade. The campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet, and summer temperatures are warm in the day and cool in the evening. Birds, squirrels, chipmunks, mule deer and black bear may be seen in the area.

    Nearby Attractions

    Popular attractions in the area include Canyonlands, Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, Dark Canyon Wilderness, Edge of the Cedars State Park, Lake Powell and numerous archaeological sites. Evening programs are provided at Edge of the Cedars Museum in Blanding. The San Juan County Fair is held annually in August in Monticello.

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    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $20 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from Cortez, Mesa Verde KOA

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    Cortez, Mesa Verde KOA

    20 Reviews
    59 Photos
    70 Saves
    Cortez, Colorado

    This KOA has been closed and is reopened as Rjourney, find them on the Dyrt

    Mesa Verde National Park is less than 15 minutes away from this KOA near the four corners where Colorado, and New Mexico. Arizona and Utah meet.

    The campground has heated swimming pool, basketball, and horseshoes. Also has a 1-mile walking trail around Denny Lake, fishing, and an enclosed dog park.

    The pool is open Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  4. Camper-submitted photo from Box Elder

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    Box Elder

    4 Reviews
    11 Photos
    37 Saves
    Dove Creek, Colorado

    BLM's Box Elder Campground is located within the Dolores River Canyon 6 miles NE of Dove Creek. The campground has 11 campsites with fire rings and picnic tables along with two vault toilets. Towering canyon walls cut by the Dolores River dominate this site, and when combined with the shade of the box elder grove and the proximity of the river, provide an element of relief from the summer heat. There is no fee at this site, and camping is on a first come, first served basis. The busiest time of year is when there is a 'boatable release' on the lower Dolores from McPhee Reservoir, generally mid-April to mid-June. Holiday weekends during the summer can also fill up this small campground. For more information, please contact the Tres Rios Field Office. ADA Access: ADA Accessible Vault Toilets

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    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
  5. Camper-submitted photo from Dolores River RV Resort by Rjourney

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    Dolores River RV Resort by Rjourney

    14 Reviews
    145 Photos
    138 Saves
    Dolores, Colorado

    The great outdoors are just around the river bend when you book a stay at Dolores River RV Resort. We offer Colorado getaways that’s sure to satisfy the adventurer in you! Located off Railroad Avenue, our RV park and resort offers a peaceful getaway right along the north shore of Dolores River. Whether you want to rough it in a tent or covered wagon, or prefer to unwind in an RV, camper, or cabin, we have the lodging option you need.

    Whether you’re an experienced hiker heading to San Juan National Forest or a national park fanatic about to cross Mesa Verde National Park off your list, Dolores River RV Resort is here for you. Learn more about our lodging options and amenities below, or reserve your spot online today!

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Hovenweep National Monument

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    Hovenweep National Monument

    10 Reviews
    14 Photos
    112 Saves
    Montezuma Creek, Utah

    Overview

    Hovenweep Campground is nestled within the beautiful, sweeping landscape of the Colorado Plateau in Southeast Utah, at an elevation of approximately 5300 ft. The campground is located alongside two converging canyons and is only 1/4 mile (.4km) from the park's visitor center. Stunning views of mountains, canyons, and sandstone ledges adorned with desert plants make for a spectacular camping experience!

    Recreation

    Hovenweep offers multiple hikes, with the most popular being the Square Tower Group's 2-mile (3.2km) walking loop. This hike has the densest population of ancestral Puebloan structures within Hovenweep and allows visitors to get within 5-10 feet of them, creating an intimate and humbling experience with fantastic opportunities for photography. For visitors seeking a longer hike, the Holly Trail is conveniently located at the back of the campground and is roughly 8 miles (12.9 km) round-trip, traversing through 2 slot canyons within Keely Canyon and leading visitors to Hovenweep's outlying site, Holly. Additional hikes to Hovenweep's remaining outlying sites are also available, but generally require a higher-clearance vehicle to access and are subject to variable road conditions. Visitors can also enjoy the majesty and vastness of the dark skies and glowing stars here at our certified International Dark Sky Park!

    Facilities

    Hovenweep Campground contains 31 campsites that are available for reservation. Ten sites are RV-specific (including 1 accessible site), while the remaining 21 sites have tent pads. Sites provide a wonderful opportunity for a variety of visitors to stay overnight in a peaceful national monument. The campground road is a paved, one-way loop with campsites located on the inner and outer sides, offering a variety of views for campers! Flush toilets are available, but there are no showers. Drinking water is available from May 1 - November 1 (water is available at the visitor center year-round). All campsites contain picnic tables and fire rings with grill grates. All but 4 campsites have shade structures over the picnice tables. The park does not have dump stations or any hook-ups for RVs. Firewood is not available at the campground. Trash, recycling bins, and a receptacle for pet waste bags are located by the restrooms.

    Natural Features

    The campground is forested with beautiful, established Utah Juniper trees along with many desert wildflowers and plants, dotting the landscape and offering vivid color to the surrounding sandstone ledges and canyons. Spring reveals the majesty of Veined Penstemon, painting our park with pinks, blues and purples, while Fall sparkles with yellow rabbit brush accents. The park is within an arid, high desert environment with hot summers and cold winters. Hovenweep is home to many species of wildlife, ranging from antelope ground squirrels, ravens, and songbirds to coyotes, jack rabbits and lizards. Many nights and mornings are filled with the calls and songs of our local wildlife! This area piques the interest of many wildlife viewers, birders, and artists as they pull inspiration from the natural beauty and welcoming peace of Hovenweep!

    Nearby Attractions

    Hovenweep is located roughly 45 miles from the nearest town with restaurants and shopping. The closest gas station is located 20 miles from the park, in Aneth, Utah. Our park is located next to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, which is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Canyons of the Ancients offers mountain biking/horseback riding trails, as well as archaeological sites and other areas of interest for visitors to explore. There are also multiple state, national, and tribal parks located within an hour or two's driving distance from Hovenweep.

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    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $20 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from Blue Mountain RV Park

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    Blue Mountain RV Park

    13 Reviews
    29 Photos
    22 Saves
    Blanding, Utah
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  8. Camper-submitted photo from Stoner RV Resort

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    Stoner RV Resort

    13 Reviews
    21 Photos
    43 Saves
    Dolores, Colorado

    Grand Opening June 2021. New owners, completely remodeled and modernized including hot showers, laundry and high speed wi-fi (6). Come, relax in this beautiful and green-friendly environment. We are surrounded by mountains and 100 foot conifers that provide a secluded setting, hidden from the highway. Six of our RV pads are shaded by pines and six decorated with sunny aspens. All 24 full hookups sites are back-in against the mountain or Stoner Creek. Additionally there are 6 no hookup RV pads and 6 tent sites. Whether you are an over-night camper or with us for an extended stay, our onsite amenities and friendly staff will make you feel at home.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $30 - $60 / night

  9. Camper-submitted photo from Bradfield Recreation Site

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    Bradfield Recreation Site

    3 Reviews
    7 Photos
    30 Saves
    Dove Creek, Colorado

    Bradfield is a large, open campground with a day use area and boat ramp. There are 17 designated camping spurs with picnic tables and fire rings. Ten of the sites have shade structures and one site is fully accessible for those with disabilities. There are two vault restrooms and two potable water hand pumps (seasonally operational, generally April 1st -Sept 30th). There is also an additional camping loop geared toward more dispersed camping for equestrian users (a rustic and un-maintained non-motorized trail leads downriver from here for about 8 miles, with several river crossings). The day use area has three picnic tables and shade trees. There is an $8/night camping fee on a first come first served basis. The busiest time of year is when there is a 'boatable release' on the lower Dolores from McPhee Reservoir, generally mid-April to mid-June. For more information, please contact the Tres Rios Field Office. ADA Access: Accessible Vault Restrooms

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
  10. Camper-submitted photo from Mesa Verde National Park Boundary (BLM Land)
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