Best Tent Camping near Montrose, CO

Montrose is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Montrose. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Tent Sites Near Montrose, Colorado (49)

    1. 4R FREEDOM RANCH CAMPGROUND

    2 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    11 miles
    +1 (970) 901-8860

    $45 / night

    "There are canvas tents with cots and wood stoves for the colder months. The stars are beyond compare and if you’re a birder like me, you will have a magical time. Susan is an excellent communicator!"

    2. Peach Valley OHV Recreation Area

    1 Review
    Olathe, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 240-5300

    3. Black Canyon

    2 Reviews
    Crawford, CO
    16 miles

    "from the main road but very quiet. we arrived at night and there was plenty of spots. we camped in the car just for the night but plenty of flat land for tents and we say a fire pit. only a 15 minute drive"

    4. Hermits Rest Boat-in Campsite

    1 Review
    Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests, CO
    18 miles
    Website

    "There were 8 tent sites with picnic tables and fire rings. The vault toilet was clean and convenient. The reservoir was beautiful and we caught and ate two big trout."

    5. Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed)

    39 Reviews
    Ophir, CO
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 327-4261

    "Perfect lake views, snow capped mountain tops, and wildflowers for days."

    "Beautiful views of surrounding mountains and Alta lakes as well as access to the ghost town of Alta."

    6. Angel Creek Campground

    13 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 240-5300

    "Nice little campground with large bear boxes for food storage. I felt it's at a good location to venture off each day from."

    "Primitive camping right outside outside Ouray Colorado. Imogene pass trail ends at the campground entrance. Trail into campground is a little rough but that's primitive camping."

    7. Curecanti Creek - Curecanti National Recreation Area

    1 Review
    Curecanti National Recreation Area, CO
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 641-2337

    "When I camped here, I parked at Pioneer Point and hiked the Curecanti Creek Trail down the canyon to the river. The trail from the top to the water is just under 2 miles."

    8. Crystal Creek Boat-in Campsite

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    Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 641-2337

    9. Priest Lake Dispersed Camping Area

    22 Reviews
    Ophir, CO
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 874-6600

    "We had plenty of room on our site to set up camp around the picnic table and fire ring

    We snagged the last site with a picnic table and fire ring around 10AM on a Friday morning."

    "Pulled into this area late one evening on a fall camping trip across Colorado. Totally expected it to be full but there were a couple areas left to setup thankfully."

    10. Half Moon Bay

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    Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests, CO
    18 miles
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Montrose, CO is 4R FREEDOM RANCH CAMPGROUND with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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