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."
GuideVery rough road with many washouts, but gorgeous area to be close to the gulch and ruins
ScoutCouldn’t find any designated camping spots, but if you keep driving there’re so many spots that are just pull offs. You can sleep there for a weekend. Some are big enough for 2 cars and tents. No bathroom or fire ring. Pack in pack out. Mosquitos were relentless. Views were beautiful.
TravelerThird trip to OBJ. Pro: nice beaches to wade, play with the dog, have a bevy; great hiking; compact, but not on top of each other; shady, and cooler due to the river; Tent sites 21-26 are great - shaded, soft ground, near the toities. Cons: Tent sites 28-30 are awful (exposure to elements, rocky, dusty, bugs).
GuideEasy road for 2wd but incredibly busy throughout the day for day hikers. The trailhead parking fills up and everybody tries to park on the road - making for a tight squeeze in some areas. Not big-rig friendly, but perfect for pop-ups.
GuideThe campground is built on the side of a mountain so the individual sites are tiered. I could see it making a few people nervous to back in but it’s no big deal. The bathrooms are clean. Two toilets and two showers in men’s and women’s. Highway is loud. Quirky because there are old downhill skis nailed to posts, wagon wheels on either side of the porch swing I’m on. Duck and mushroom figurines. You get the picture. Built in tables on each site are nice.
GuideGot a last minute weekend reservation thru recreation.gov (someone must have canceled). Stayed here to hike La Plata which was about 50 minutes away but the closer campgrounds were only FCFS and full the weekend before. Our spot (19) was level and had shade. There was one open spot left on Friday night. It was pretty quiet and the host was attentive. It is close to the highway but that didn’t affect my sleep. Would recommend.
GuideWe enjoyed our midweek stay here. The creek flowing adjacent the campground is a plus. Site 17 was spacious and overlooked the creek. One vault toilet is located toward the east end of the CG. Expect hiking (popular 14ers nearby) and UTV traffic, especially on weekends. Kind of pricey at $26/night. And there is good dispersed camping along the road leading to this CG.
TravelerThere's a great pull off area that is pretty level. We stayed one night in our RV. There was some pretty heavy traffic and train tracks on the other side of the river. This area stays pretty busy with rafting and kayaking even during the week. There is a little parking area closer to the river and walk-in camp spots for tents. It's not a far walk. There are vault toilets. We played in the water in the late afternoon and it was great.
TravelerLots of spots but was packed the Sat I arrived. I got the last spot was far as I know. Sites can be close together but everyone was respectful after 9:00-10:00ish. Great proximity to Twin Lakes and Independence Pass.
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 304 campgrounds and RV parks near Gypsum, CO and 100 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 100 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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