Best Glamping near Montrose, CO

Cedar Creek RV Park and Riverbend RV Park & Cabins showcase the diverse glamping options available near Montrose, Colorado. Cedar Creek features yurts and glamping accommodations with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control systems that make outdoor stays luxurious year-round. Riverbend complements these offerings with riverfront cabins that blend rustic charm with modern conveniences including kitchenettes and private decks overlooking the Uncompahgre River. Both locations provide clean shower facilities, picnic areas, and full hookups for those glamping units requiring utilities. Beyond these sites, the Ridgway State Park area houses distinctive yurts equipped with electricity, beds with linens, and heating for all-season comfort. "This is a cute rv park right in the middle of Montrose. The grounds are clean and well maintained with modern amenities," noted one satisfied visitor.

The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, located just 20 minutes from these glamping sites, creates a dramatic backdrop for outdoor adventures. Glamping guests access hiking trails directly from their accommodations, with several sites offering private river access for fishing or kayaking. Riverbend's location combines riverside relaxation with convenient access to regional attractions—situated between Ridgway and Montrose, it serves as an ideal base for exploring both communities. A dog park, pond viewing areas, and communal fire pits enhance the glamping experience by providing social gathering spaces. According to a recent visitor, "The river and pond were very nice to sit by and observe nature. The Canada geese families were fun to watch." Most glamping sites remain operational from April through mid-October, with advance reservations highly recommended during summer months.

Best Glamping Sites Near Montrose, Colorado (28)

    1. North Rim Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

    20 Reviews
    Crawford, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 641-2337

    $20 / night

    "Fire pits, picknick tables, bear box (saw black bear cub hanging around one afternoon). Lots of yellowjackets which was an annoyance. Chasm trail starts from camp site with amazing canyon views."

    "This campground is on NPS land, so there is a fee ($16 in season+ water/$8 off season no water) that can be paid at the nearby ranger's station on the honor system."

    2. Cedar Creek RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (970) 249-3884

    "Bathrooms and showers are clean Wifi available and cellphone service are good Close to Black Canyon of the Gunnison"

    "This is a cute rv park right in the middle of Montrose. It is about 20 min to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park."

    3. Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park

    33 Reviews
    Ridgway, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 626-5822

    $28 - $36 / night

    "In addition to plenty of tent and RV sites, Ridgeway SP also has three heated and furnished yurts for those seeking an enhanced comfort level."

    "Concrete pads under the picnic table and fire pits. Water access nearby. Bathrooms were super clean and the showers were nice and hot. Laundry facilities available."

    4. Riverbend RV Park & Cabins

    7 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 249-8235

    $42 - $149 / night

    "We camped next to the pond. Staff very welcoming. Propane on site and they fill. Laundry facilities a bit small."

    "The staff were extremely friendly, this sites were clean, dog park great, river amazing, and location to Montrose perfect.
    The laundry rooms was clean with new equipment."

    5. Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park

    19 Reviews
    Ridgway, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 626-5822

    $36 - $90 / night

    "Pro: Nice clean campground by a lake. Free showers. Clean bathrooms. Laundry facilities on site. Just a short drive to Montrose (Walmart, Target, etc) and Black Hills of the Gunnison National Park."

    "With that said, there was community spigots located near the campsites that were still on if you need to top off your fresh water tanks."

    6. Uncompaghre River Resort

    6 Reviews
    Olathe, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 323-8706

    "The Uncompaghre River was about 30 yards behind the camp site - a short walk through the tall tree line.    The North Section of the campground are pull-through sits with great shade.  "

    "Owner and staff are friendly and helpful.  The spots are level concrete pad with full hook up.  Most spots have shade and space between on the outer ring is about 10 feet each side.. "

    7. KOA Montrose RV Resort

    3 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    1 mile
    +1 (970) 249-9177

    "Very friendly staff, clean facilities and grounds. Only complaint is several (3) washers are out of order."

    8. Centennial RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    10 miles
    +1 (970) 240-3832

    "Super clean Park, bathrooms, laundry. Well maintained. Very Spacious pull thru rv spaces. Long green dog walk area. Surrounded by fields. Views of the San Juan mountain range."

    "Was getting 30mbps on AT&T. 15 mins from Ridgeway and Montrose."

    9. Ouray KOA

    25 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 325-4736

    "Our site backed up to a stream that sounded wonderful with running water. Each site has a picnic table and a combo fire ring/grill. They even welcome you with three large fire logs!"

    "The best thing about this park was the location. It is located close to Ouray and many activities in the area."

    10. Ouray Riverside Resort

    20 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 325-4523

    $50 - $99 / night

    "We loved the trail into town - an easy walk to the hot springs pool or to grab something to eat. The campground is clean and offers full hookups. No fire rings, but there is a communal fire pit."

    "The location is excellent and has beautiful views of the mountains surrounding it.  Town is close by and you can walk to it via the river walk that runs alongside the RV park. "

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Glamping Reviews near Montrose, CO

229 Reviews of 28 Montrose Campgrounds


  • FThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2024

    BASECAMP 550

    Great Location and Atmosphere

    We had an amazing stay at Basecamp 550. The campground’s location is perfect, with easy access to Ouray, Montrose, Telluride, and other nearby areas. The amenities were excellent, including quarter-operated hot showers and laundry, restrooms, Wi-Fi, full hookups, and a clubhouse with coffee + tea, kitchen access, and a great workspace. Our site had a beautiful view and was right next to a ranch where cows would come right up to the fence. The communal fire pit was a nice touch, and the private, fenced-in setting made us feel safe and comfortable. They also offer glamping tents and casitas on the property. Highly recommend!

  • T
    May. 31, 2021

    Ouray KOA

    Heaven in the mountains

    Wow is all I can say! After surviving towing the airstream up Red Mountain pass, we pulled into the KOA and couldn’t be more happy. Our site backed up to a stream that sounded wonderful with running water. Each site has a picnic table and a combo fire ring/grill. They even welcome you with three large fire logs! They now offer horseback riding right from inside the KOA. They have everything from teepees to tent, cabin and RV camping. A great restaurant on site with a well stocked store and laundry facilities. This place is really well run. The only complaint is the WiFi, which is non existent, however, they are currently working on that and should have campwide WiFi by summer.

  • Russ M.
    Jun. 9, 2016

    Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park

    Yurt Camping, yes dogs are allowed

    In addition to plenty of tent and RV sites, Ridgeway SP also has three heated and furnished yurts for those seeking an enhanced comfort level. Each unit includes a fridge, futon type beds, dinner table and chairs. Bring your fishing poles, hiking shoes, water craft and dogs, cause they're all allowed.

  • Clément S.
    May. 11, 2024

    Cedar Creek RV Park

    Good city RV park

    Bathrooms and showers are clean Wifi available and cellphone service are good Close to Black Canyon of the Gunnison

  • Delci L.
    Aug. 6, 2022

    Ouray Riverside Resort

    Beautiful Ouray

    Gorgeous spot! We loved the trail into town - an easy walk to the hot springs pool or to grab something to eat. The campground is clean and offers full hookups. No fire rings, but there is a communal fire pit. It’s a little less rustic than our preferred type of CO camping, but the location and beautiful views definitely make up for that. My one complaint is that the outer side of the “trees loop” is very close to the highway and we had lots of car noise, but again, plenty of positives that off set this. We stayed 3 nights and would happily come back again!

  • C
    Jul. 12, 2021

    Ouray KOA

    Location!

    The best thing about this park was the location. It is located close to Ouray and many activities in the area. The park also offers beautiful scenery and it is a wonderful Basecamp for exploring the area. There is a state park nearby with a beautiful lake and kayaking. There are hiking trails nearby and many wonderful off road four wheel trails.

    The park can accommodate big rigs and we were able to get our 38 foot 5’er into the parking and into a spot, but I would not call the park big rig friendly due to tight turns and small sites.

    Amenities include a nice camp store, laundry facilities, restaurant with a nice outdoor deck, on property horseback riding, on property jeep rental, hiking trails. There were bathrooms and showers at the back of the property but it was too far to walk from the front of the property so we never used them. The laundry facilities are a little small for this sized park and we weren’t able to do laundry because it was too busy.

    One big problem was electrical outages during 100° weather. The electrical system in the park just cannot keep up. Luckily we had solar and were able to maintain AC until evening hours.

    There is one small hot tub that was usually very busy we didn’t use that either.

    There are nice tent camping spots.

    Most of the people in the park Had four wheelers or motorcycles for off-road trails. The off-road trails in this area are amazing and shouldn’t be missed. We took a tour from Ouray and thoroughly enjoyed it.

    We took a horseback ride from the park and had a lovely time. The horses were very safe and great for a family experience. They also offer 15 minute rides for children.

    We would stay again if we were in the area.

  • C
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Ouray KOA

    One of my favorites

    Gorgeous! Our site was in amongst the trees, backed by a rapidly running creek with views of snow capped mountains. The site was large with a firepit down by the creek all set up with logs to burn. They offer a text = fire log delivery service too.

    We were greeted upon arrival and shown to our site, gifted with KOA rubber bracelets too.

    There was live music nightly at the cute "mountain top" restaurant. Food was ok and a bit pricey, only ate there once. Bathrooms were clean and well maintained. They picked up trash bags right from your site.

    At the back of the campgrounds was Bachelors Stables, horse trail riding was offered which we highly recommend. Our daughter visited and pet the horses daily after her first ride, the owner was very accommodating. 

    You can rent Jeeps

    We heard a rumor that this KOA was getting a full upgrade to make them a four seasons location with heated concrete pads.

  • Rae F.
    Jul. 5, 2019

    Ouray KOA

    Best spot for tent, RV, & cabin!

    The spots are spread out enough that you have privacy, there’s attendants around 24 hours of the day to help, and it’s hands down the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed. We rented a cabin (we stopped in on July 4th, sold out of tent spots) but they managed to accommodate us last minute. The staff is incredibly nice, and the price was right. Our cabin is the 2nd biggest option, it included: a queen, bunk beds, love seat, fridge, sink, and a microwave.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 9, 2023

    Riverbend RV Park & Cabins

    Everything right

    Such a peaceful campground during shoulder season. The river and pond are were very nice to sit by and observe nature. The Canada geese families were fun to watch. Park is very well maintained and most sites are decent size. We camped next to the pond. Staff very welcoming. Propane on site and they fill. Laundry facilities a bit small.


Guide to Montrose

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park sits at elevations ranging from 5,800 to 9,600 feet, creating diverse camping conditions within a 30-minute drive of Montrose, Colorado. The area's high desert climate means summer temperatures can reach 95°F during the day while dropping to 50°F at night. Winter camping options remain available at lower elevations with temperatures often staying above freezing.

What to do

Fishing access: North Rim Campground at Black Canyon provides direct fishing opportunities in the Gunnison River. "The greatest camping experience a family could possibly have! We go every summer and camp (in a tent) for about 10 days. The weather is perfect and the trout are plentiful!" reports Hannah K. from Black Canyon's North Rim Campground.

Hiking from campsites: Several trails connect directly to campgrounds. "There is a nice hike from the campground to the visitor center and around down a little ways into a canyon. A wilderness permit is required to go further into the canyon however," notes Charles C. about the North Rim area.

River walk exploration: The Uncompahgre River corridor offers accessible recreation. "We loved the trail into town - an easy walk to the hot springs pool or to grab something to eat," shares Delci L. about staying at Ouray Riverside Resort, which provides river access just north of Ouray.

Scenic overlooks: Many campgrounds position visitors near dramatic viewpoints. "We camped one night on our road trip throughout southwestern Colorado. Campsites over look the canyon," explains Brandi F., highlighting the direct canyon views available at North Rim sites.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Campgrounds in the region offer varying levels of separation. "The sites and grounds are well maintained and large," mentions Sarah S. about Riverbend RV Park & Cabins. Jon H. adds about Black Canyon: "camp sites are much bigger and way more shade here. not near as much traffic either."

Clean facilities: Restroom and shower quality receives consistent positive feedback. "Bathrooms and showers are clean. Wifi available and cellphone service are good. Close to Black Canyon of the Gunnison," reports Clément S. about Cedar Creek RV Park.

Yurt options: Yurt camping near Montrose, Colorado provides all-season comfort. "Ridgway State Park was a convenient location for my trip through Colorado to Utah. They have full facilities and even a few Yurts you can rent for larger parties that looked like fun," notes Dan G. about Dakota Terraces Campground.

Wildlife viewing: Accessible nature watching opportunities exist throughout the area. "The spacing of the sites is ample and most of the sites have covered picnic tables. Inside the park there are some nice hikes around the Reservoir. The fishing from the shore and a boat was better than most of the places we have camped," shares Kathi V. about Dakota Terraces.

What you should know

Reservation timing: First-come, first-served campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Beautiful but small FCFS campground. Do your research on which Black Canyon Park campground you'd prefer before starting your drive, as the east and north campgrounds are at least an hour and 45 minutes apart," advises Jordan L. about North Rim Campground, adding "By 5:30, all the spots were full and were full earlier the following night, so be sure to arrive early."

Limited services: Many campgrounds have restricted amenities or seasonal operations. "The campground is down a long dirt road, it was well maintained but be prepared to be in a remote location," continues Jordan about North Rim, which lacks cell service but offers "cool drinking water access" and "bear boxes for each site."

Road noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. "It's a little less rustic than our preferred type of CO camping, but the location and beautiful views definitely make up for that. My one complaint is that the outer side of the 'trees loop' is very close to the highway and we had lots of car noise," explains Delci L. about Ouray Riverside Resort.

Seasonal variations: Weather conditions change dramatically by season. "This is high desert so it does get hot during the day and cold at night. the sites are all set up well, easy access, water and electric if you want," explains Todd R. about Elk Ridge Campground at Ridgway State Park.

Tips for camping with families

Adventure base camps: Centrally located sites provide multiple exploration options. "Ridgeway is a very well kept park with beautiful views, lots of amenities, and conveniences. Clean bathrooms, laundry, firewood and ice all available at the campground and very reasonably priced. The beach was within a bike ride or a walk from our site," reports Kristin K. about Ridgway State Park.

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated family facilities. "This park is a great place for families because there is so much to do, from the endless bike trails to fishing and water access. All of the sites are large and have plenty of space from the next site," advises Jason S. about Dakota Terraces Campground.

Weather preparedness: Temperature swings require planning. "Most sites have a covered picnic table which was very helpful during the frequent light rain showers. My kids enjoyed the rock climbing nearby," adds Kristin K. about Ridgway State Park.

Site selection for privacy: Some campgrounds offer more separation between families. "The North Rim campground was pretty and quiet," notes Jordan L., while Jason S. adds about Ridgway State Park: "At the higher sites, there is plenty of coverage."

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Many campgrounds offer full RV services. "Nice and quiet area along the river with plenty of shade and grass. The manager was very friendly and helpful," shares Daniel S. about Uncompaghre River Resort, noting its "paved roads throughout, large cement pads for the trailer and large concrete patios off each pad."

Site leveling challenges: Terrain varies significantly between campgrounds. "Stayed for just one night at site 55. Needed all our levelers as the site is sloped downhill. Windy in the morning," reports Ursula about Dakota Terraces Campground.

Off-season availability: Some RV parks remain open year-round with reduced crowds. "We stated here one night arriving without a reservation. The office was closed and no one was answering the phone but we were able to register for a site online. That worked reasonably well," explains Daniel S. about Cedar Creek RV Park.

Connectivity considerations: Cell service and WiFi quality varies significantly. "WiFi tower was right in the campground so WiFi was screaming. Mild temperatures in October," reports Denise K. about Elk Ridge Campground, while Jordan L. notes that at North Rim there is "zero service anywhere in the park or campground, so plan ahead."

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Montrose, CO is North Rim Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park with a 4.4-star rating from 20 reviews.

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