Best Campgrounds near Molina, CO

Molina, CO is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Molina. Find the best campgrounds near Molina, CO. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Camping Sites Near Molina, Colorado (164)

    1. Island Acres Section Camping — James M. Robb Colorado River State Park

    37 Reviews
    Grand Junction, CO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 464-0548

    $26 - $41 / night

    "Great walking path along the river for evening or morning stroll. Tucked in the canyon, surrounded by cliffs."

    "Add $9 daily for Colorado State parks. Full hookups (near I70/some road noise), and Electric only, and, Tent

    Pit long-drop toilets (fly haven)

    Lovely park on banks of Colorado river."

    2. Palisade Basecamp RV Resort

    27 Reviews
    Palisade, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 462-9712

    $43 - $137 / night

    "Located on the Colorado River. Winery’s & Distillery’s close by. Clean restrooms & laundry, a general store with just about everything you might have forgotten."

    "Super clean and close to endless Colorado adventures!"

    3. Jumbo Campground

    10 Reviews
    Mesa Lakes, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 268-5579

    $26 - $72 / night

    "They’re positioned a little close together for my liking but, the immediate access to two beautiful lakes, endless hiking and mountain biking trails more than made up for the close proximity to other campers"

    "This is a beautiful small hosted Forest Service campground just off Colorado Hwy 65 (Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway) in the Grand Mesa National Forest https://bit.ly/3iywM8z."

    4. Pyramid Rock Camp

    11 Reviews
    De Beque, CO
    14 miles

    "It is a designated OHV area so no worries about people stopping you from ripping around and exploring."

    "Nothing extreme or crazy with this site, you get privacy, open space and 360 views of the surrounding scenery and free range cows. Road relatively easy to pass through"

    5. Little Bear Campground

    7 Reviews
    Mesa Lakes, CO
    11 miles
    Website

    "We went searching for a free camping spot near Gunnison and got horribly stuck in mud on roads that were too awful for our car, even with 4wheel drive."

    "I pulled up early on a Friday morning and managed to snag a spot pretty close to the lake. Fantastic view and right next to the walking trails."

    6. Ward Lake Campground

    7 Reviews
    Mesa Lakes, CO
    11 miles
    Website

    "Campground Review: We stayed at Ward Lake on Colorado's Grand Mesa. Ward Lake sits at about 10,000 feet. So, depending on time of year, it can get a little chilly."

    "A very nice camp ground for tent campers, very few people, beautiful scenes and within a very short distance of good hiking."

    7. Cottonwood Lake Campground

    5 Reviews
    Mesa Lakes, CO
    9 miles
    Website

    "A lush forest surrounding beautiful Cottonwood lakes 1 &4 great fishing access good for kayak / small boats ."

    "We found we had privacy and still had great hiking spots near by. May need a car that has AWD if you’re going up the hill to more dispersed spots as we had difficult in our smaller car."

    8. Twin Lake Dispersed Area - Grand Valley Rd

    8 Reviews
    Cedaredge, CO
    14 miles
    Website

    "You can camp at a designated campground right on the lake, or you drive up 24 and find a lot of dispersed camping available - all the way up to the little lakes (great for fishing too)."

    "While it's easy in the Chaffee County and Arkansas River area to get your dosage of mountain beauty and river time, Twin Lake gives you the opportunity to combine STELLAR mountain views and the calm of"

    9. Cobbett Lake

    5 Reviews
    Mesa Lakes, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 874-6600

    $22 - $24 / night

    "There is a nice lake that you can fish on and the visitors center is just on the side of the lake. There were quite a few sites but we were tucked back a little."

    "Beside that, the Forrest and lakes were wonderful. The fishing was great. Lots of folks catching there limits.

    The campsites are hit or miss if you are tent camping."

    10. Island Lake Campground

    5 Reviews
    Mesa Lakes, CO
    11 miles
    Website

    $26 - $190 / night

    "Located adjacent to Island Lake, this campground is beautiful, but watch out for the mosquitos!  We took a non electric pull-through as a stopover for the night.  Our 35 ft 5th wheel fit easily. "

    "The campground is tucked away and a little hard to find. We chose it because it had electric hookup, had availability on Labor Day weekend and it was near a lake. We were on site #2."

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Guide to Molina

Camping near Molina, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly spot, there are several campgrounds to check out.

What to do:

  • Explore the scenery: The views at Saddlehorn Campground — Colorado National Monument are breathtaking. One camper mentioned, "Scenery beyond belief, location, clean facilities, access to the park."
  • Hiking and biking: The North Fruita Desert Upper Campground is known for its amazing mountain biking trails. A visitor said, "Amazing campground! The MTB trails are top notch downhill flowy trails!"
  • Water activities: At Rifle Gap State Park Campground, you can enjoy swimming and boating. One reviewer noted, "This campground is great for a family site. Has a lake to swim/boat in as well as plenty of hiking trails around."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Palisade Basecamp RV Resort highlighted, "The bathhouse was very clean and convenient."
  • Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have hosts that make your stay enjoyable. A visitor at Grand Junction KOA said, "Friendly staff and nice little front store for kids purchases."
  • Spacious sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. One reviewer at Rifle Gap State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are spacious. Loop B has incredible views!"

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways or other campers. A visitor at James M. Robb Colorado River - Island Acres Section Camping noted, "Train and traffic noise at campground but not unbearable."
  • Water availability: Not all campgrounds have drinking water. A camper at Fruita Section Camping — Colorado River mentioned, "We did not know the water hookups are closed for the season when we arrived."
  • Reservations: Some campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Canyon View RV Resort said, "The reservation process is relatively difficult online."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. A review for Grand Junction KOA mentioned, "Great for kids (jump pad, pool, mini golf, playground)."
  • Plan for noise: If your kids are light sleepers, consider campgrounds away from busy roads. A camper at James M. Robb Colorado River - Island Acres Section Camping noted, "Highway/train noise is minimal inside a camper."
  • Activities for all ages: Choose campgrounds that offer various activities. A visitor at Rifle Gap State Park Campground said, "This campground is great for a family site."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A reviewer at Palisade Basecamp RV Resort mentioned, "The sites are all jammed in together with no trees."
  • Electric hookups: Look for campgrounds that provide electric hookups if you need them. A camper at Canyon View RV Resort said, "Two sewers with 50 amp."
  • Be prepared for weather: Some areas can get windy. A visitor at Saddlehorn Campground — Colorado National Monument noted, "It was extremely windy when I went so I wasn’t able to fully enjoy."

Camping near Molina, Colorado, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or pitching a tent, you'll find plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Molina, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Molina, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 164 campgrounds and RV parks near Molina, CO and 41 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Molina, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Molina, CO is Island Acres Section Camping — James M. Robb Colorado River State Park with a 3.8-star rating from 37 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Molina, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 41 free dispersed camping spots near Molina, CO.

What parks are near Molina, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Molina, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.