Best Dispersed Camping near Hesperus, CO

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Hesperus, Colorado (79)

    1. Madden Peak Road - Dispersed

    24 Reviews
    Mancos, CO
    8 miles
    Website

    "Could do it in a non 4wd non high clearance, but wouldn’t recommend beyond the 4.5 mark."

    "Madden Peak dispersed camping is a fantastic option for those seeking a peaceful and scenic camping experience near Mesa Verde National Park, Cortez, and Durango."

    2. Forest Road 316 Roadside Camp

    8 Reviews
    Mancos, CO
    10 miles

    "We got to town late and our preferred spots were all taken, so we came here as a backup. The spots are all right off of the road and easy to get to. The views aren’t much, but they’re good spots."

    "Big spaces easy access for larger campers very peaceful"

    3. Mesa Verde National Park Boundary (BLM Land)

    26 Reviews
    Mesa Verde National Park, CO
    22 miles

    "These dispersed campsites were recommended to us and they did not disappoint! Secluded dry camping spots with great views of the monuments."

    "This is a good free spot near Mesa Verde, but if it is closed check out the many BLM spots on road 316 off the highway, barely West of Target Tree Campground slightly East of Mancos."

    4. Cherry Creek Gravel Lot

    4 Reviews
    Hesperus, CO
    5 miles

    "You can hear the highway, but it's not much. Just ambient background noise. I got a spot with shade all day, so that was awesome."

    6. Bayfield/Durango Dispersed Camping

    15 Reviews
    Bayfield, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 882-7296

    "This spot is a little tough to find but can be worth it if you need a good free camp for the night. Located off Hwy 160, about 14 miles from Durango you will find BLM land."

    "You will see the blm sign. Gravel road, fire pits. We stayed in a camper van at one of the first spots and had 5g internet with AT&T. Can hear highway noise"

    7. San Juan Madden Road Pulloff Dispersed Campsite

    3 Reviews
    Hesperus, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-4874

    "But to access this location you will need at the least HIGH CLEARANCE. I did it in my lifted f-350. This is just the end of the road. There are many options on the way up. Like probably around 50?"

    8. BLM across from Mesa Verde

    17 Reviews
    Mesa Verde National Park, CO
    22 miles
    Website

    "This is a good free spot near Mesa Verde, but if it is closed check out the many BLM spots on road 316 off the highway, barely West of Target Tree Campground slightly East of Mancos."

    "This campsite is right outside of Mesa Verde and is easy to locate. Campsites are located along a dirt road and they are clearly marked."

    9. Chutes and Ladders Dipsersed

    15 Reviews
    Mesa Verde National Park, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 882-7296

    "Close to Hwy 160, so easy to access. Campsite access road ok, rutted abit in some places from prior mud which has since dried."

    "Some are to steep for a camper, but perfect for truck or van camping. We got to our spot around 4pm and by the time we were set up and heading into town for stuff all the spots were taken."

    10. Junction Creek Rd Dispersed

    1 Review
    Purgatory, CO
    9 miles

    "We stayed at a site a couple down from this one but it wasn’t on the map so I thought I’d add it. This one has space for 2 vehicles. Road in is decent, fine for bigger rigs."

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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Hesperus, CO

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Guide to Hesperus

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Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Hesperus, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Hesperus, CO is Madden Peak Road - Dispersed with a 4.5-star rating from 24 reviews.

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