Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Montezuma, CO has a lot to offer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Montezuma campgrounds just for you. Discover great camping spots near Montezuma, reviewed by campers like you.
$27 / night
"Located on Dillon Reservoir, Prospector Campground offers a nice balance of feeling remote while being conveniently near some really neat towns."
"The Prospector Campground is a great option for those who want to go camping but still remain close to town and for those who want just a short walk to fish the shoreline of Lake Dillon."
"Roadside pull off areas. Mostly one lane dirt, can be tight and bumpy. Best for truck camper, small RV or tent. Don't get discouraged if the 1st spots are full just keep driving."
"While many of the campsites are quite small and located right along the roadside with limited parking, we were lucky to find a fantastic, more spacious spot."
$28 / night
"As someone who prefers wild camping, it was definitely not that, but was one of the more positive campground experiences I've had."
"Just a few miles off I-70, in Frisco, CO, is the location of Peak One Campground. This is a very clean campground, and the only one around Lake Dillon with flush toilets and sinks."
$29 - $56 / night
"Heaton Bay Campground, located near Dillon Reservoir in Colorado, offers a stunning lakeside camping experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains."
"Bring your fishing pole, SUP, kayak, or hammock to hang out by the lake. This is my favorite campground in Colorado for the accessibility to the lake and town nearby."
$26 / night
"There are 4 sites that are down by the creek in the trees that are walk-in only but have the most space between them and are right on the creek. They are my favorite spots on site."
"Close hikes near by including one of Colorado’s 14ers."
"We have an off-road teardrop trailer with rooftop tent and travelled with another family with rooftop tent and we were able to spread out with plenty of level ground for our vehicles/sleeping quarters."
"This is a great area to disperse camp if you want to access some great hikes in some backcountry part of Colorado."
"Absolutely stunning area of Colorado with camping next to a beautiful fresh mountain stream. Very popular - try to come up early on a Friday if possible.
Equestrian friendly!!"
"Had lots of fun hiking around and playing in the river. Only negative was that you are under DIA flight path and you hear airplanes all night so you are reminded how close to the city you are."
$27 - $38 / night
"Bathrooms were pretty clean considering location and the host was nice and welcoming."
"This campground is near Lake Dillon-you would need to drive down to the lake itself but it is within .5-1 mile. "
"Kirby Gulch is a fantastic spot for anyone seeking a peaceful, off-the-grid camping experience near Grant, Colorado."
"We were able to get a site further back from the entrance, so traffic was to a minimum."
$27 / night
"This campsite is nestled in a wooded area very close to beautiful vistas and trailheads. Campsites were reasonably well spread out with fire rings."
"Despite how busy it was we landed a site that felt secluded and was only a short walk to the shelf lake th."
RangerPulled up on this spot after many failures on the way and it was great. Just a little camping ring and great views. What more can you ask for. Only saw two other cars go further up the road, which gets a bit more treacherous (4wd recommended) but I stopped at site 8 which was perfect. Did experience a massive rain/hail storm overnight so not super ideal but I’m not one to let that take away from the spot!
RangerUnable to access sites on road as it is completely closed after the trailhead. But when it reopens, this is going to be an awesome spot. Nice and close to breck village and beautiful alpine views of the lake below. Just be careful if you are also an Apple Maps user, the directions did not put me in the right spot so be sure to use another service or directly the coordinates.
RangerBeautiful views but no road access. I hiked up to see the spot but given the fact that I only prepped to car camp the hike is a little unmanageable for car camping easy access.
GuideWorth the drive. Roads are good condition. Made it easy in my EKKO 22a.
ScoutIt’s right next to 72, so traffic sounds, and there’s 4 wheelers and dirts bikes, so not exactly quiet. I will only stay the one night, too loud for me.
ScoutThis is a trailhead parking lot, right off I-70. Heavy traffic noise. Not suitable for camping. Can accommodate RVs and overnight parking, so I reckon it's an adequate spot to rest up for a spell
Traveler*Note: Images DO NOT capture the true beauty of the scenery*
Pros: For a dispersed camping experience that's well maintained, I'd recommend Sugarloaf Road. There are several spots for tent placement, panoramic mountain views, a well put together fire pit that you can actually use, so much free firewood and kindling, shade trees, and the spacing between sites is awesome! The area is generally quiet despite the occasional vehicle passing by. Something I was happy to have was moderate (2-3 bars) cell (T-Mobile) and WiFi (AT&T) service.
Cons: The bugs are giant. Ants are the size of crickets and some of them fly, spiders are thriving, flies are flying, and some type of grasshopper or cricket can be heard around the clock. They didn't disturb my camping experience too much, just a heads up.
The road turns into a rocky challenge pretty quickly. High clearance would make life easier but I have a low clearance sedan that made it down towards the end of the road. I never went over 3 mph but I made it there and back without damage.
There is a mountain lion in the area and they warn to watch your kids and pets. You'll see the signs when you first enter. This is the first site in CO that I didn't see a "Bear Area" warning which was a nice change.
If you can get a spot, it's worth checking out.
TravelerFirst off the campsite locations for hidden wilderness roadside camp is somewhat misleading. Once you get to where # 1 is marked on the map, there are essentially spots scattered along that road all the way past wilderness camp #3. It’s not just a group of campsites at anyone location. This is one of those places where you kind of think you’re lost the entire time but then every couple minutes you’ll pass another campsite. Now please note well you might pull this off in a 2 Wheel Dr. I would seriously recommend four-wheel-drive. This is a very rocky steep Jeep trail essentially. From the paved road, we slowly drove a solid 30 minutes up this road before we picked a campsite. There are campsites ever so often both on the left and right side of the road that are marked only by a pull off area with a fire pit. If you pick the right spot, there are absolutely beautiful views, and it is very spread out and secluded. It says you need a permit, but we didn’t bother. I would recommend this to anyone who wants an adventure and not just some regular campground. Our campsite didn’t have much even ground, but we strung up hammocks so that wasn’t really an issue. There are no facilities at all to ever so you will need to pack in and pack everything out yourself .
TravelerLots of lovely spots close to Boulder. Most sites have well established firings, which is great. Less crowded than some other spots although we did have an unfortunate group of men a couple sites down that had too much fun in to the wee hours of the morning. Always annoying. The only thing I would caution about this area is The ticks. We brushed about Five off of us just during the visit. Unfortunately we must’ve missed one because my wife ended up with one attached when we got home in her scalp. Just be aware and make sure you’re checking when you get back.
Camping near Montezuma, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning views and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to pitch a tent or a place to park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping near Montezuma, Colorado, can be a fantastic experience if you know what to expect and how to prepare. Enjoy the great outdoors!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Montezuma, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 493 campgrounds and RV parks near Montezuma, CO and 174 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Montezuma, CO is Prospector Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 48 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 174 free dispersed camping spots near Montezuma, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Montezuma, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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