Campgrounds near Dove Creek, Colorado provide access to southeastern Utah's natural attractions and the Four Corners region. Located at approximately 6,800 feet elevation, the area experiences warm summer days with cool nights and cold winters with occasional snow. RV campers will find most facilities operate seasonally from spring through fall with varying levels of amenities and hookup options.
What to do
Mesa Verde exploration: Only 30 miles from Mesa Verde RV Resort, visitors can easily access the national park's ancient cliff dwellings. "Located less than 1 mile from Mesa Verde National Park entrance, this campground has wonderful owners who understand the meaning of hospitality! The sites are maintained daily and there are nice little touches throughout the campground," notes Susan L.
River activities: The Dolores River provides fishing and floating opportunities during summer months. Campers at Dolores River RV Resort by Rjourney enjoy direct river access. "Perfect Spot on the River... My site was right on the river and it was super spacious. The amenities were SPOTLESS. The cleanest showers I've ever encountered whilst camping," reports Victoria R.
Mountain exploration: The Manti-La Sal Mountains offer hiking trails with elevation gains of 1,000-3,000 feet. "Moab is about 1 hour away, but the drive is easy. And this RV Park is quiet and quaint... Just stopping by or staying awhile this is a peaceful and safe place to park," explains Lynn, who stayed at Old West RV Park in Monticello.
What campers like
Community atmosphere: Campgrounds in the area often provide social spaces and organized activities. At Stoner RV Resort, guests appreciate the thoughtful communal areas. "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," shares MP C.
Exceptional hospitality: Campground hosts throughout the region frequently receive praise for their service. "From the time we pulled into the campground, full of grass with huge trees, we felt at home. We had a warm greeting and received a welcome gift with yummy treats and fresh eggs," writes Yvette H. about Stoner RV Resort.
Well-maintained facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are consistently mentioned in reviews. At Blue Mountain RV Park in Blanding, Utah, "The bathhouse was very modern. The fenced in dog area was so welcoming after traveling all day," according to lynn. Another camper, Kelly L., adds, "This park was clean and beautiful and best price I've come across on my two week camping excursion."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks near Dove Creek operate between April and October/November, with limited winter availability. At The Views RV Park & Campground, the season runs "Apr 15 - Oct 31," requiring advance planning for shoulder season visits.
Variable connectivity: Cell service and WiFi quality fluctuate significantly across the region. Jenny W. notes about The Views RV Park, "The only downside was that the service (AT&T and Verizon was pretty spotty)." In contrast, at Blue Mountain RV Park, campers report "Good cell reception ATT and Verizon and the park offers Wifi."
Road noise considerations: RV parks located in towns may experience traffic noise. At La Mesa RV Park, one visitor explains, "The park is a very basic RV park in the town of Cortez. There is quite a bit of road noise as to be expected in a town."
Elevation impacts: The high elevation (6,800+ feet) means temperature swings of 30+ degrees between day and night, even in summer months. Pack accordingly with layers for comfort.
Tips for camping with families
Free amenities: Some campgrounds provide unexpected free services for families. "Every site has gas grills, fire wood and fire pits at no additional cost. Staff is amazing and the grounds are spotless," reports MP C. about Stoner RV Resort.
Kid-friendly spaces: Sundance RV Park in Cortez maintains dedicated recreation areas. "Municipal Pool within walking distance that we used and enjoyed $5 each," notes Amy & Stu B. The pool provides relief during hot summer days.
Entertainment options: Mesa Verde RV Resort offers additional facilities for children. A visitor mentions, "There's a playground, pool and adults only spa," and another camper adds, "The putt putt was fun and the playground area was very well maintained."
Educational opportunities: Schedule ranger-led programs at Mesa Verde National Park which typically run 30-60 minutes and teach children about ancestral Puebloan culture and archaeology.
Tips from RVers
Leveling needs: Site leveling requirements vary between parks. At Old West RV Park - Utah, Crystal B. observes, "Apparently he's a dirt contractor so his sites are super level!" However, at Sundance RV Park, Reuben notes, "We did have to use ONE block on our front passenger tire to keep from hanging by our jack, so I wouldn't say the site was 100% level."
Hookup quality: Electrical service reliability and water pressure can vary significantly. Susan L. cautions about Westerner RV Park, "If I attempted to run my electric heater, I would get an alert for low power. So, I was unable to run the heater."
Site spacing: Site dimensions and spacing between units differ across parks. At The Views RV Park & Campground, Susan R. reports, "Most sites are huge (center sites alittle close together) and they offer full hookup, pull thru, and back-in sites." Consider requesting specific site numbers when booking for optimal spacing.
Weather preparation: Due to the high desert environment, RVers should be prepared for sudden weather changes with proper insulation, heating, and cooling systems for year-round comfort.
