Join the fun near Gypsum. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Gypsum. Find the best campgrounds near Gypsum, CO. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
"So we arrived late in the evening after driving the first leg of a road trip. There weren't a ton of spots open, in fact we might have gotten the last one."
"Definitely hear highway noise so I wouldn’t recommend for rent campers as it gets pretty loud at times. Had great AT&T cell service to work remotely."
"We camped right by the creek and it was peaceful to sleep next to the white noise of it. No issue setting up a tent but make sure to bring layers for night time if you go early May. "
"No need to pay, which means the campground may not be the cleanest, but is is still very good spots next to the creek, which make the nights very amazing with the sound of the water."
$28 - $190 / night
"Located 15 miles south of Eagle off of I-70 in the White River National Forest sits Sylvan Lake State Park."
"Slyvan Lake State Park is located outside of the Town of Eagle, CO. It takes about 20 minutes to drive from town to the park. Upon entering, there is a multitude of activities you can partake in."
"There are a few campsites next to the river and additional camp sites up the canyon."
"Easy to find the site, ours was near the river. Lots of bugs so bring bug spray. Very calming and felt safe. Would recommend!"
"Bringing one up could lead to a serious situation , since there are no places to turn around whatsoever. That said, views were absolutely breathtaking."
"Hikers on road in the AM and bikers on trail nearby. Good for a drive through on 70"
"Camped here after a day floating along the Colorado River. Awesome views and really nice campsites. Only a few sites and each offers great seclusion right along the river."
"Private campsites, around 5-6, probably could find a few more if you searched. Right next to the river, beautiful and peaceful little area."
"Loved the location. Right on the Colorado River. Bike path is right out the front. We rode it from Aspen down valley and right back to our campsite. A feature we really liked.
The sites were tight."
"We’re Van camping in the lower campground, 50’ from the banks of the Colorado River. Electric & Water. Cabins avl. On the River and upper grounds."
$35 - $60 / night
"Driving through the Vail valley and we needed a place to cam. No answer on the phone but when we arrived there was a number on the door for the weekend attendant."
"Showed up late after driving through vail valley. This made for a nice stop. Kids were happy to play in the field and win in the river. Showers were nice and clean."
"Great views overlooking the Colorado River. It is an open area with some flat spots and some areas requiring leveling. Can handle big rigs, but space is limited."
$32 / night
"We came to this campground right after wildfires in 2018 decimated the surrounding area. Despite this tragedy the campground was lush and green, full of adult pine, aspen and spruce trees."
"The road around the loop is paved but the sites themselves are not. You tent peg into the dirt. It’s a 5, 10-minute walk to the reservoir but you feel a world away from it’s busy day visitors."
TravelerHas excellent cell service and has wide open spots to camp!
ScoutI don’t mind sharing how great this place is because it’s absolutely massive! Tons of space to park, 5 min from town, good service and great views. Don’t even have to leave to bike around or go to the lake.
GuideNice small campground between Kremmling and Yampa. You cannot reserve sites, it is first come first serve sites only and the sites are only $20 per night (Prior to 2024 they were $10 per night). It is managed by the Forest Service, clean vault toilets and a great place for ATV trail riding, many sites offer plenty of shade too.
GuideStayed here 8/19/25. There are many dispersed camping spots, some to drive in to and others to drive and walk a few feet to a campsite. I parked at a little pull off on the right side of the road and tent camped at one of at least 6 tent sites at this location. This was one of the first car pull offs, but further up the road are more drive up sites for car camping. I was the only one here at this particular spot this date. The spaces are clean, flat, and have fire pits. I personally had a small view of a lake, but most of the sites didn’t. I wish the lake was a walkable distance away, but it’s not (you’d have to walk on a main road and down some mountains).
Guide8/6/2025
Got here late and left early (so no photos) but this was a solid FCFS spot for tenting. Stakes went in easy, vegetation was like a cushion. Very pleasant weather - didn't need to sleep with the rainfly, and got some great views of the stars. Arrived around 9:30pm and it was a little loud in other parts of the campground - folks with fires, music, and chatter - but that died down pretty quickly and/or wasn't audible from the loop I was in. Construction on the main road wasn't a problem either.
There's a drinking water spigot right across from this site that isn't pictured on rec.gov. Water was good.
Worth a stop at Sapphire Point Overlook for a quick view as well - maybe 0.2 miles of well-groomed gravel trails to the overlook from the parking lot.
$27 tent site + $8 reservation fee = $35/night
ScoutHad an amazing time only got 1 night as we were evacuated due to the Crosho forest fire sparking up. If this campsite survives it’s definitely worth a stay. Had the same campsite as the first review and I couldn’t think of a better spot to camp. Lots of downed trees for fire wood, perfect trees for hammocks and a rock circle. The exact campsite is off to the left a few thousand feet before the coordinates tell you to stop. I made it fine in a Mazda cx5 but did see some washed out areas which could cause trouble for lower riding suvs. Unfortunately don’t have any photos.
TravelerThis was a free first come first serve site with about 5 RV spots and a few tents spots. Epic views, river running through, a ton of cows. Really enjoyed. Only amenity is a bathroom.
TravelerClose to town, easy drive in (little bumpy but not a big deal for SUV). Can’t hear the road, basically no light pollution. Beautiful scenery, beautiful night sky views. So many types of birds—great spot for birdwatchers!!!
TravelerGreat drive in, only about 25 minutes to town. Awesome stargazing! Bonus—cows nearby in the morning!
Camping near Gypsum, Colorado, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Gypsum, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just be prepared for the unique challenges and rewards that come with camping in this beautiful area!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Gypsum, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 305 campgrounds and RV parks near Gypsum, CO and 101 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gypsum, CO is Gypsum Campground with a 3.3-star rating from 16 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 101 free dispersed camping spots near Gypsum, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Gypsum, CO that allow camping, notably White River National Forest and Gunnison National Forest.
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