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Mancos State Park Campground features upscale yurts with electricity and refrigerators for glamping enthusiasts seeking comfort in the Colorado wilderness. These fully-furnished canvas structures provide a perfect balance of rustic charm and modern convenience just minutes from Mesa Verde National Park. "Yurt rocks! Electricity and a fridge, clean when we arrived, code worked, great stars and quiet campground," noted one visitor about their glamping experience. Mesa Verde RV Resort also offers premium glamping accommodations with access to hot tubs, a swimming pool, and manicured grounds, creating a luxury camping atmosphere without sacrificing the outdoor experience. Both locations provide comfortable bedding, climate-controlled environments, and proximity to natural attractions, making them ideal for travelers seeking an elevated camping experience.
The glamping options near Mancos position visitors perfectly for exploring the region's natural and cultural attractions. Located less than a mile from Mesa Verde National Park's entrance, these eco-friendly glamping sites offer convenient access to ancient cliff dwellings and archaeological wonders. On-site amenities include a playground, mini-golf course, and nearby horseback riding opportunities at adjacent properties. "DEFINITELY recommend this resort! It's the perfect place to pull your RV, especially if teetering it along the edge of a really gnarly cliff isn't your cup of tea. There's a pool, and hot tub, mini golf, a little store, and PONIES next door!" shared one enthusiastic guest. The canvas tent camping experience at Mancos State Park benefits from easy access to the reservoir for fishing and paddleboarding, while trails around the property showcase stunning mountain views and opportunities for wildlife viewing.
"I don’t have the site number anymore (assigned at check in) but we were in the Zuni loop near the bathrooms."
"In the tent loop we stayed in (Navajo) there's a variation of how the sites are set up."
"Staff are friendly and helpful. Park is very clean. You are about 2 to 3 miles from Manco."
"Electricity and a fridge, clean when we arrived, code worked, great stars and quiet campground. Fairly clean bathrooms. Slept on our own cots. Fire rings above ground."
from $20 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Pros: Really nice big camping spots, pit toilets not too far of a walk, firewood available from hosts, convenient location Cons: first come first served (I think some people missed out even this late"
"Sparkling clean bathrooms. Road noise but it’s not so bad at night. Great camp host. Firewood and water. Lots of hiking nearby."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"Located less than 1 mile from Mesa Verde National Park entrance, this campground has wonderful owners who understand the meaning of hospitality!"
"Friendly staff welcomed us at check in (and graciously gave me my Amazon packages I had waiting for us). Smaller park with sites decently spaced for an RV park. Clean facilities."
from $43 / night
Check Availability"The office staff was extremely friendly and eager to tell us all about the park. They even had Easter candy and eggs in the office and outside the door for the kiddos."
"The Cortex/Mesa Verde KOA in Cortez, Colorado, was the best campground we stayed at (out of 10) on our #9parks12days road trip in June 2016."
"This campground was great - right next to the river and ponds."
"The cleanest showers I’ve ever encountered whilst camping and the bathrooms were HEATED! After a couple days of Colorado BLM pit toilets, I felt like I was glamping."
"Bathrooms are cleaner than mine at home. Laundry Facilities nice. Great community outdoor kitchen area. Glamping tents looked nice and positioned for fantastic views."
"We stayed in the “primitive” glamping tent, and were completely thrilled. The bed was comfy, the tent kept us dry during storms, and we had room to entertain our friends."
"Showers, bathrooms, ice, strong wifi, a kitchen, and a very fun communal patio space. Come here if you’re camping near Mesa Verde and want to meet other travelers!"
"We stayed at this campground for 7 nights at the full hookup 'Star Pad,’ which is a very large concrete pad with a grill and picnic table."
from $35 - $99 / night
Check Availability"It was very woodsy, and secluded! It was quiet a hike up and down a hill to go to the bathrooms. I loveeee that they have a dog park!"
"Several cabins, bathrooms & showers also available, but closed our week (scary virus). Nice, clean, non-heated pool was a plus. Friendly, helpful campsite hosts."
"It's perfect to pitch a tent or of dust, mud or rocks. Their bathrooms and showers are clean and welcome after a long day of riding. We had the train come through just feet from where we camped."
"We stopped to get out of the heat wave and visit durango. Full Hookups, emptied and reloaded water tanks, did laundry, swimming pool, great showers, 1/4 mi to the park for river accees for tubing."
from $45 - $70 / night
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TravelerWe camped in the dry camping area and found a shady site. Bathrooms and water spigots were plenty. Avery nice camping experience.
We did not know what to expect in our visit to Mesa Verde. Plan to drive 50 miles or so inside the park to see all of the sites.
GuidePerfect, no negative comments. The views are amazing. The sites are large with full hook ups. There is glamping and tents. Everything looks brand-new. Restrooms/ showers are meticulous. There is firewood available, nice firepits. You can buy propane. Very friendly couple that own and host the camping/ rv site. They guide you to your campsite. In one word perfect, we will be back
GuideWe stayed here specifically because of trolley stop across the street from the campground. We took it into Durango twice, once to take the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge and the other to walk around town. The campground sits right on the tracks for D-S, so you can watch the 3 trains go up in the morning and come back late in afternoon. Laundry room clean and lots of machines. Showers clean. Nice staff! The only negative is road noise from traffic if you're up in site close to road. Would return!
ScoutAs a well-needed stop after a few primitive campsites, this had more than we needed and the setting is much nicer than most RV park style sites we've been too. It's right on the river and a short drive from Telluride.
ScoutThe campgrounds themselves are very nice and the camp host is fabulous. I was in a tent. Fire ring with dousing water provided. Lots of spigots. Hwy 160 runs just south of the grounds. Trucks engine breaking, etc. heavy until 1100 at night and starts up again at 0500 AM. I think this would be best for people in RVs. Try to stick to the back furthest away from the highway.
ScoutWhether you're camping, glamping, or RV'ing in southwest Colorado, The Views RV Resort is an outstanding place to stay. It truly lives up to its name, offering beautiful scenic views along with a wide range of onsite amenities.
The grounds are immaculate, and the owners and staff are friendly, welcoming, and genuinely accommodating.
We've stayed at a lot of campgrounds over the years, and this one surpassed every KOA we've visited.
We stayed here while exploring Mesa Verde National Park and couldn't have been happier with our experience. We highly recommend The Views to anyone visiting the area.
GuideI was unsuccessful in reserving a campsite from my phone, but fortunately the campground is huge and getting a drive-up site was no problem. I arrived after the camp store closed and instructions were to pick an open site then check-in in the morning. This worked well because not all sites are equal - some are tiny, some are sloped, some you have to walk a path or up stairs to get to your table and tent pad. I was in the tent loop which got pretty crowded and noisy on the weekend, but I noticed that the other loops were nearly empty.
Free hot showers and a coin laundromat are available to all park visitors (you don't need to be camped there), there's a camp store and also small breakfast cafe that serves made to order breakfast sandwiches, burritos, and pancakes. There's a gas station (pricey) if you didn't plan your gas sufficiently for the long drive to the sites and a kennel because dogs aren't allowed on the trails or tours.
Deer regularly roamed through the campground, adding a nice touch.
RangerWe had a quiet spot in the Oraibi Loop near a restroom where we had views of the mountains and prairie down below. Lots of deer nearby and we even saw an owl after the sunset. Great camp store. Hot water for showers down by the store.
RangerBeautiful drive up to the campground lent way to being surrounded by tons of wildlife (deer and owls!) and unforgettable mountain landscapes. We got in late but finding our envelope was easy. Picked a great spot in our designated loop with no neighbors
Mancos, Colorado sits at an elevation of 7,000 feet in the southwestern corner of the state, where high desert climate means warm days and cool nights even in summer. The area receives less rainfall than other parts of Colorado, creating ideal conditions for camping throughout the extended season from April through October. Winter camping options remain available for properly equipped visitors, with temperatures regularly dropping below freezing after dark.
Hiking nearby Mesa Verde trails: The trails around Target Tree Campground provide access to spectacular Colorado mountain scenery. "Decent easy hiking. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Starry nights when I stay awake long enough," notes one camper who appreciated the natural surroundings without venturing far from camp.
Boating and fishing at Mancos Reservoir: Mancos State Park Campground offers direct lake access for anglers and water enthusiasts. The reservoir is known for "rainbow trout, a few brownies and yellow perch" according to a regular visitor. Non-motorized and no-wake boating creates a peaceful atmosphere for paddlers.
Cross-country skiing: Winter visitors can access excellent Nordic terrain directly from Mancos State Park. "During the winter, it is a great place to use as a base for cross country skiing," reports a winter camper who found the park's proximity to Chicken Creek cross country ski area particularly convenient.
Clean, accessible facilities: Cortez Mesa Verde KOA maintains well-kept restrooms and communal areas. "Bathrooms & showers are in the same building as the office, so it could be a walk. But the whole KOA isn't so big that it's unreasonable," reports one tent camper who appreciated the thoughtful layout.
Private glamping accommodations: Luxury camping close to Mancos, Colorado includes premium tent sites at Bright Star Campground where glamping teepees provide a unique overnight option. "They even have Teepees and cabins to stay in, a really unique opportunity for a nice experience," shares a visitor who appreciated the alternative to traditional tent camping.
Convenient hot showers: Morefield Campground at Mesa Verde National Park offers complimentary bathing facilities. "Free and unlimited hot water. Just not enough hooks," notes one visitor who found the shower amenities particularly valuable during their spring visit when temperatures dropped below freezing overnight.
Seasonal considerations: Mancos area campgrounds typically operate from mid-April through October, with reduced services in shoulder seasons. Mesa Verde National Park's campground closes entirely in winter months.
Reservation requirements: Peak season visits from June through August require advance planning. "We reserved 6 nights here. Host B is in his 2nd yr here and is a peach of a guy. All campsites are carefully raked and put in good shape," reports a visitor to Lightner Creek Campground.
Site selection factors: Campsites at most facilities offer varying levels of shade, privacy and amenities. "Try to ask for a spot on the outer edge, much nicer," advises an October visitor to Mesa Verde RV Resort, noting the significant difference in experience based on site location.
Pool access for hot afternoons: Several campgrounds provide swimming options for cooling off. "A beautiful location with level sites. Full hookups. On-site amenities include a playground, mini-golf course, and nearby horseback riding," notes one family staying at Mesa Verde RV Resort.
Playground availability: Kids need space to play after long drives. "Playground area as well. Laundry is super clean and reasonably priced," shares a repeat visitor to United Campground who appreciated the designated recreation spaces.
Activities beyond camping: The Durango & Silverton train provides entertainment directly from camp. "The greatest thing about this campground though is that the Durango steam train goes right through the campground. To see the historic train right from your camper or tent window is pretty great," reports an enthusiastic visitor.
Leveling requirements: Sites at many area campgrounds require adjustment. "Sloped towards lake. At least this site and 26 would be difficult to find level spot for tent and requires lots of rocks or blocks to level rv," warns a visitor about specific spaces at Mancos State Park.
Road conditions: Access to some glamping spots near Mancos, Colorado requires navigating unpaved roads. "Heads up to motorcyclists - you DO need to drive on gravel/rocks for a bit," cautions a Bright Star camper who still rated the experience highly despite the access challenges.
Hookup availability: The Dolores River RV Resort accommodates large rigs with premium utilities. "We were at site 13 with our 30' Grand Design bumper pull trailer. Plenty of room. Our site backs up to a fishing pond (catch and release)," reports a satisfied RVer who found the spacing and amenities well-suited to their needs.
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