Glamping sites near Norwood, Colorado are situated in the high desert terrain of southwest Colorado at elevations ranging from 5,800 to 9,000 feet. The region experiences wide temperature fluctuations with summer days reaching 90°F and nighttime temperatures dropping to the 40s even in July. Most luxury camping options have seasonal availability from April through October, with year-round exceptions primarily located at lower elevations in Montrose and Ridgway.
What to do
Hot springs access: Ouray, located 25 minutes from Ridgway State Park, offers natural hot springs options beyond the main pool. At Ouray Riverside Resort, guests appreciate the convenient pathway to town attractions. As one camper noted, "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."
Fishing opportunities: Several glamping locations provide direct fishing access. At Ridgway State Park, the Dakota Terraces campground offers stocked fishing areas. A camper mentioned, "The fishing from the shore and a boat was better than most of the places we have camped. The campground is super clean and well patrolled."
Hiking routes: Numerous trails connect directly from glamping sites. The North Rim Campground at Black Canyon features "a nice hike from the campground to the visitor center and around down a little ways into a canyon," though one reviewer notes that "a wilderness permit is required to go further into the canyon."
What campers like
Covered dining areas: Many sites offer covered picnic tables, particularly valuable during summer showers. At Dakota Terraces Campground, "Most sites have a covered picnic table which was very helpful during the frequent light rain showers. My kids enjoyed the rock climbing nearby," according to one visitor.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise the well-maintained amenities. At The Views RV Park & Campground, "There are modern, private restrooms with shower, toilet, and sink as well as a larger restroom with multiple stalls and private showers. There is a beautiful covered pavillion with great views, gas grills, gas fire pit, and picnic table that is available for anyone to use."
Bear boxes: Safety features receive positive mentions. At Thistledown Campground, "All sites are provided a bear box and vault toilets and trash dumpster are available." Another visitor noted, "Sites 10 and 11 share a bear box. Site 12 has their own box up the hill from the campsite."
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Most glamping sites close during winter months. At Cedar Creek RV Park in Montrose, year-round operations make it an exception, but campers should note varying seasonal amenities. One visitor mentioned, "Nice park. Wifi and T-Mobile service are good. Park is clean and front desk people are friendly and helpful."
Site leveling: Many sites require equipment to level RVs and larger glamping setups. At Ridgway State Park's Dakota Terraces, "Needed all our levelers as the site is sloped downhill. Windy in the morning. Clean and friendly. Nice views."
Road conditions: Several glamping locations require travel on unpaved routes. North Rim Campground requires preparation as "The campground is down a long dirt road, it was well maintained but be prepared to be in a remote location."
Reservation timing: During peak summer months (June-August), bookings should be made 3-6 months in advance. For North Rim Campground, "By 5:30, all the spots were full and were full earlier the following night, so be sure to arrive early."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some glamping sites feature dedicated children's areas. At Riverbend RV Park, families appreciate the wildlife viewing opportunities: "The river and pond are were very nice to sit by and observe nature. The Canada geese families were fun to watch."
Safety considerations: Bear activity requires proper food storage at most locations. At Thistledown Campground, "We hauled all of our stuff up and down every day because there is a lot of bear activity in the area. My husband got a peek at him our second night and the campers at site 9 (down the hill) also were visited by him."
Educational opportunities: Several glamping sites near Norwood offer ranger programs during summer months. Dakota Terraces at Ridgway provides "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."
Tips from RVers
Site spacing: RV glamping sites vary widely in proximity. At Ouray KOA, "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!"
Connectivity options: WiFi and cell service vary dramatically by location. The Views RV Park offers excellent connectivity, as one camper noted: "The Wifi tower was right in the campground so WiFi was screaming. Mild temperatures in October. 5 stars!!!"
Power considerations: Not all glamping sites offer the same electrical services. Ouray KOA provides flexibility with "plenty to do for the kids in the campground, from fishing to hiking to dipping a toe in the creek. The facility was clean the camp host was nice."
