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GuideDakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
This is a beautiful spot. Sites are spacious. And while they don’t have water at sites, they do have fill spots throughout the campground
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Cedar Creek RV Park and Uncompaghre River Resort house well-appointed glamping options near the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, providing luxury outdoor experiences with modern comforts. Glamping accommodations include yurts with comfortable beds, full electrical hookups, climate control systems, and private outdoor spaces. Riverbend RV Park & Cabins features upscale canvas glamping units that balance rustic charm with modern amenities including kitchenettes and en-suite bathrooms. Ridgway State Park offers yurt rentals with spectacular mountain views and premium bedding. "This is a terrific spot. Owner and staff are friendly and helpful. Most spots have shade and space between on the outer ring is about 10 feet each side."
Visitors staying at these glamping sites can explore nearby Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, just 20 minutes from several accommodations. The Uncompahgre River provides excellent fishing opportunities and scenic hiking trails directly accessible from some properties. According to a camper, "There is nice trail along the river to stretch your legs." Several properties feature on-site recreation including mini-golf at Cedar Creek and private riverside access at Riverbend. Most glamping accommodations remain open seasonally from April through October, though Ridgway State Park yurts are available year-round. For those seeking glamping campsites with mountain views and river access, the region offers a strong mix of comfort and outdoor access without requiring traditional tent camping.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests (28)
1. Cedar Creek RV Park
"Bathrooms and showers are clean Wifi available and cellphone service are good Close to Black Canyon of the Gunnison"
"We stated here one night arriving without a reservation. The office was closed and no one was answering the phone but we were able to register for a site online."
2. Riverbend RV Park & Cabins
"We camped next to the pond. Staff very welcoming. Propane on site and they fill. Laundry facilities a bit small."
"The staff were extremely friendly, this sites were clean, dog park great, river amazing, and location to Montrose perfect.
The laundry rooms was clean with new equipment."Check Availabilityfrom $42 - $149 / night
3. Uncompaghre River Resort
"Owner and staff are friendly and helpful. The spots are level concrete pad with full hook up. Most spots have shade and space between on the outer ring is about 10 feet each side.. "
"Absolutely amazing laundry and showe, concrete pads, hiking trail. The weather in this canyon seems to stay dry and hot but the rivers are ice cold"
4. Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
"In addition to plenty of tent and RV sites, Ridgeway SP also has three heated and furnished yurts for those seeking an enhanced comfort level."
"Concrete pads under the picnic table and fire pits. Water access nearby. Bathrooms were super clean and the showers were nice and hot. Laundry facilities available."
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $28 - $36 / night
5. North Rim Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
"Fire pits, picknick tables, bear box (saw black bear cub hanging around one afternoon). Lots of yellowjackets which was an annoyance. Chasm trail starts from camp site with amazing canyon views."
"This campground is on NPS land, so there is a fee ($16 in season+ water/$8 off season no water) that can be paid at the nearby ranger's station on the honor system."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 / night
6. Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
"Pro: Nice clean campground by a lake. Free showers. Clean bathrooms. Laundry facilities on site. Just a short drive to Montrose (Walmart, Target, etc) and Black Hills of the Gunnison National Park."
"With that said, there was community spigots located near the campsites that were still on if you need to top off your fresh water tanks."
21 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $36 - $90 / night
7. KOA Montrose RV Resort
"Very friendly staff, clean facilities and grounds. Only complaint is several (3) washers are out of order."
8. Centennial RV Park
"Super clean Park, bathrooms, laundry. Well maintained. Very Spacious pull thru rv spaces. Long green dog walk area. Surrounded by fields. Views of the San Juan mountain range."
"Many elderly couples set up here. Very friendly! And there was a BBQ food truck pulled up in the evening and had some amazing selections."
9. Ouray KOA
"Our site backed up to a stream that sounded wonderful with running water. Each site has a picnic table and a combo fire ring/grill. They even welcome you with three large fire logs!"
"The best thing about this park was the location. It is located close to Ouray and many activities in the area."
10. Valley Sunset RV Ranch
"Nice place, near railroad track. Didn’t hear train at night. Walking distance to a few restaurants. WiFi, 3 bars on sprint, 3 bars on Verizon. Propane fill up on site, full hook ups with cable."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 40 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 12 min from Farmington, NM
- 5 hrs 19 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 5 hrs 25 min from Boulder, CO
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Glamping Reviews near Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
258 Reviews of 28 Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Campgrounds
- SSusan W.
ScoutUncompahgre National Forest Thistledown Campground
Unit 8 is the best. Next to a stream. Only a restroom. Bring exerything you need otherwise.
- MMark M.
LegendBASECAMP 550
Good locale, nice amenities
Spots can be a bit close together depending on area. There is outdoor kitchen and I washed our dishes there, showers were very hot (unless someone has used it recently, it might take a quarter to get warm but we got showers in with 3 quarters), bathrooms clean & a bit small, clubhouse was clean and you can cook in it (did not look for utensils in that kitchen). Coffee pot was hot. Good places for dogs to go (although we picked up others' poops everyday so we doubled as poop fairy despite there being lots of poop bag locations). Had space with electric, water, and sewer. Spots that are closest to pasture (park parallel to its fence) have very nice views. Glamping tents looked nice, some 'tiny house' cabins (did not stay in either). Would stay again and probably would pick a 'view spot' next to the pasture.
Don R.LegendElk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
Beautiful hiking trails.
Great tent sites. Well maintained. Clean bathrooms. The hiking trails are beautiful. Landry and showers available.
- Don R.Legend
Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
You won't want to leave.
Peaceful spacious sites. The scent, shade and privacy of Pine is welcomed. Great bathrooms. Laundry available. Cell tower in campground. Good hiking with great views.
Wm S.GuideNorth Rim Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Quiet campsite
Very nice campsite I enjoyed so much more than south rim, but a long drive on unsaved road
- Belinda L.Scout
Ouray KOA Holiday
Nice campground
Stayed 2 nights easy access to ouray and ridgeway We also drove to telluride cell service was not good on T-Mobile
brickhousegary H.GuideElk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
Great site, trails and facilities
Arrived mid-week. Found numerous sites that were great, but chose best site ever! Closest camper was 100 yards away. Views were fantastic of lake and mountains. Will for sure return.
- SShayla A.
TravelerDakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
Great place to reset
The community felt safe and the amenities were clean which included a shower, real toilets and laundry. The beach was a great place to hang out.
Guide to Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Yurt camping in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests allows access to over 3 million acres of public land spanning elevations from 5,800 to 14,000 feet. The region experiences dramatic seasonal temperature shifts, with summer highs averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season and evening temperatures often dropping below 50°F even in July. Winter visitors to year-round facilities should prepare for temperatures that can plunge well below freezing.
What to do
Mountain biking access: Multiple campgrounds provide convenient access to trail systems. At Ridgway State Park, "there is so much to do, from the endless bike trails to fishing and water access. All of the sites are large and have plenty of space from the next site."
Fishing opportunities: The Uncompaghre River offers productive fishing spots directly accessible from several campgrounds. A visitor at Uncompaghre River Resort noted that "several trail options to walk the dog along the river from the park" make access convenient for anglers looking for different spots.
Black Canyon exploration: The park features dramatic 2,000-foot sheer cliffs and is just a short drive from most area campgrounds. One camper at KOA Montrose RV Resort mentioned it was "a very convenient jumping off point to visit Black Canyon of the Gunnison."
What campers like
River-adjacent sites: Many campgrounds feature prime locations along the Uncompaghre River. A camper at Riverbend RV Park & Cabins praised the "beautiful location next to the Fort Umcompahgre River with easy access to trails for biking. The sites and grounds are well maintained and large."
Clean facilities: Area campgrounds maintain high cleanliness standards. One reviewer at Cedar Creek RV Park reported "nice clean laundry and restrooms. Good base for exploring Black Canyon NP."
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer good spacing between campsites. A visitor to Dakota Terraces Campground shared that "the spacing of the sites is ample and most of the sites have covered picnic tables."
What you should know
Limited shade: Many campgrounds in the region have minimal tree cover. At Dakota Terraces Campground, a camper noted "the only problem that we had was that where we were there was very little shade, but at the higher sites, there is plenty of coverage."
Age restrictions: Some private campgrounds cater specifically to older adults. A visitor to Uncompaghre River Resort explained, "This is a 50+ community - for the first time I was really glad I was in my fifties. Host are great and very accommodating."
Reservation requirements: During peak season (June-August), campsites fill quickly. At North Rim Campground, "by 5:30, all the spots were full and were full earlier the following night, so be sure to arrive early."
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated play areas: Some campgrounds offer specific recreation zones for children. Cedar Creek RV Park features "a large pet yard as well as a grassy area with a large play structure for the kids."
Take advantage of swimming beaches: Ridgway State Park provides water recreation options suitable for families. A visitor noted the park has a "beautiful swimming beach, plenty of hiking trails. Restrooms were always clean."
Consider sites closer to facilities: When camping with children, proximity to restrooms can be important. Elk Ridge Campground offers "great, super clean facilities and friendly staff."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling needs: Several campgrounds require equipment to level RVs. At Ridgway State Park Dakota Terraces, one camper reported they "needed all our levelers as the site is sloped downhill."
WiFi reliability varies: Internet access quality differs significantly between campgrounds. At Centennial RV Park, one visitor was "getting 30mbps on AT&T" while others report minimal connectivity at other locations.
Space for larger rigs: Many area campgrounds accommodate large RVs with pull-through sites. Uncompaghre River Resort has "large cement pads for the trailer and large concrete patios off each pad. Sites are large, no issues to fit my 43' 5th wheel and Truck."
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