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"Beautiful views of surrounding mountains and Alta lakes as well as access to the ghost town of Alta."
"The off road trail it get to Alta lakes took us about 40-50 minutes in my boyfriends F-150. The views were amazing so neither of us really minded."
"The campground is bordered on one side by the San Juan River and by the park on the other side, making a tight but nice campground."
"It's right next to the town and is used a lot for Telluride's summer festivals. Its more than a campground it is also where a lot of town events are held and also has sports venues."
$25 - $45 / night
"I've spent quite a bit of time at various sites around this campground during annual vacations and using it as a base for geological field work nearby."
"Small lake with non-motorized boating and fishing. Level sites, pit toilets, tables, fire rings, and camp store. Kayaks for rent."
"Had a wonderful stay right next to the lake. Woke up to the sounds of birds. Sites include RV/van sites (2?) and at least six tent only sites. Each night only one other site was occupied."
"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."
"We stayed in site #8 which was quite lovely, tucked in the aspen trees with a picnic table and fire ring. The small pond behind our site was dried up, probably due to the ongoing drought."
"In pursuit of the perfect campground in Colorado, Telluride has so many to choose from it makes it near impossible to select just one."
"Was a really nice area with a ton of campsites off the dirt path or close to the river."
"Lots of fire rings scattered around the rocky area. This site can get very full and very loud as it is very popular and close to Silverton."
"Large campsite near intersection of campground roads; some traffic driving by. Campground wasn't crowded during our stay."
"On the way there you will pass several single dispersed campsites next to the river or in the reeds by the beaver ponds, as well as a few semi developed dispersed campgrounds."
$28 / night
"the sites are full, or snag a hotel near 550 when we don't want to chance a night on a slope."
"Surrounded by the breathtaking San Juan Mountains, this campground offers stunning views, a peaceful atmosphere, and convenient access to hiking trails, hot springs, and the iconic Million Dollar Highway"
$26 - $40 / night
"Matterhorn Campground, located near Telluride and nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, offers an excellent balance of comfort and outdoor adventure."
"We were happy to have hot showers as we were on day 4&5 of our camping across Colorado honeymoon and it had rained nights 1-4. There were two camp hosts both of the ladies were nice."
"Some of the best in Colorado. I had good cell service too (working remotely). There are some larger dispersed campgrounds near the top trailhead that are more in the woods."
"Some of the best views in Colorado! Easy to get to, as others have noted, from the Telluride side. "
ScoutRig was running a bit rough over the last pass, so I took the advice of the lady at the forest service office in Durango and stopped at this Campground right off highway 160. When I learned there were plenty of vacancies, I decided to stick here through the holiday weekend. The views are phenomenal. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Starry nights when I stay awake long enough. Decent easy hiking. Toilet clean and close. Some drinking water taps, especially in loop B, dispense very bleachy water. All-day highway noise in an acoustically perfect valley keeps this place's popularity limited.
GuideThis is a sweet campground that we chose for access to the reservoir and electric hookups on an extended trip. As a big bonus this campground is very close to the Canyon of the Ancients visitor center and museum. We found ourselves envious of the tent sites across the road because they were really nicely set up and private.
Our site 004 E was pretty great too. Lots of good trees for our hammock, easy to back in. Picnic table does not get shade at noon in late May, but generally good shade around the site.
TravelerGot lucky and found a perfect site right by the creek with a fire ring. Easy to get to in our camper van, no 4 x 4 required. Vault toilet on site. Wasn't crowded even though it was Memorial Day weekend.
GuideI avoid campgrounds because most feel like parking lots. Not this one! Large grassy area in the center for kids to play, pavilion with live music plus group fire pits to sit around in the large swing seating. Two small dog parks with seating and shade. Seating near the river for guests to sit and chill. Every site has gas grills, fire wood and fire pits at no additional cost. Staff is amazing and the grounds are spotless. Definitely recommend. We have a 26ft. C class and 2 dogs.
TravelerVery nice park, clean bathrooms and showers. Great views!
GuideNot much to add to the other reviews. Found a great spot with view about 4.0 miles up. The spots get way more secluded and separated as you go up the road. Could do it in a non 4wd non high clearance, but wouldn’t recommend beyond the 4.5 mark.
TravelerNice level sites w electric. Great access to fishing. Camp hosts were very engaged. Clean pit toilets. Lots of hiking in area.
30 minutes to Durango
ScoutUp high on a peninsula. Great views of the San Juans and Cimmaron mountain ranges. Great for a base camp. Tons of places to go from there and the evenings by the fire. Great, super clean facilities and friendly staff.
GuideStayed for just one night at site 55. Needed all our levelers as the site is sloped downhill. Windy in the morning. Clean and friendly. Nice views.
Camping near Ophir, Colorado, offers stunning views and a chance to connect with nature. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Ophir, Colorado, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful scenery and a variety of activities, there's something for everyone. Just remember to plan ahead and be prepared for the unique challenges of the area!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Ophir, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 299 campgrounds and RV parks near Ophir, CO and 92 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ophir, CO is Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed) with a 4.4-star rating from 38 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 92 free dispersed camping spots near Ophir, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Ophir, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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