The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Parachute. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Parachute is surrounded by family-friendly activities. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Colorado camping adventure.
$28 - $41 / night
"Loved the site and the location.. easy access to Rifle Falls and the surrounding trails and climbing walls.. close to access for UTV and off-road vehicle areas as well."
"There is a loop with full hook up but there a little further than the lake but nice. Our site had a nice covered area with the picnic table under it & a great view from it."
"It is a designated OHV area so no worries about people stopping you from ripping around and exploring."
"Nothing extreme or crazy with this site, you get privacy, open space and 360 views of the surrounding scenery and free range cows. Road relatively easy to pass through"
$26 - $41 / night
"Great walking path along the river for evening or morning stroll. Tucked in the canyon, surrounded by cliffs."
"Add $9 daily for Colorado State parks. Full hookups (near I70/some road noise), and Electric only, and, Tent
Pit long-drop toilets (fly haven)
Lovely park on banks of Colorado river."
$45 - $64 / night
"After a long, long day of driving, this was a true treat to pull into. As soon as we set up we ventured off to “duck island” after crossing their little bridge over the Colorado."
"After a long, long day of driving, this was a true treat to pull into. As soon as we set up we ventured off to“duck island” after crossing their little bridge over the Colorado."
$28 - $36 / night
"In Colorado! What a unique place.
The camping is reserved for a very small number of spots that are unique."
"A hidden gem in Colorado! Awesome hike in camp sites along the river, but also drive up spots with camper hook ups. Amazing little hiking trails and a super impressive waterfall!"
$43 - $137 / night
"Located on the Colorado River. Winery’s & Distillery’s close by. Clean restrooms & laundry, a general store with just about everything you might have forgotten."
"Super clean and close to endless Colorado adventures!"
"There’s a certain ancient tranquility that settles over you when you step into nature’s embrace."
"Some cows wandering around."
"Took that as a sign to go back towards the entrance a bit before setting up. Campgrounds are well maintained and close to creek. Very spacious. Nice and flat."
"I didn’t want to go all the way down to the creek so I stayed on the info round around."
TravelerGreat little campground off of I-70. Fishing swimming and plenty of walking. While the campground doesn't have a store on site there is a gas station less than a mile away. Would come again! They have no hookups, electric only and full hookups. Great service with Tmobile. Enough open space for starlink as well.
GuideWe went back to Island Lake Campground two times this year. The campground continues to be great and has potable water. Be aware that the campground next to the lake, the day use area, and lower road are all closed through the 2026 season for construction. The upper road is narrow and steep, and the day use people fill the shoulder of the road trying to park. We walked our paddleboards across the road down to the lake and did not have to worry about parking. This year our group used the last three sites in the campground, which worked out perfectly. Sun was ample for the solar panels and we used a Starlink this year instead of messing around with cellular antennas. Sites 36 and 38 are definitely our favorites. The lake was a bit low this year but the fishing was great. We plan to try and get back again next year. I did confirm their tent pads are 20x20 for sites with double pads and 20x40 for those with a single pad. I think I found other sizes listed online.
ScoutUsed to love camping here in the orchards but the pricing is no longer worth it and the gouging during events is BS, greed. +$30 premium for a primative tent site during Cider Fest, after fees and taxes you're looking at $84 a night, to put up a tent.
TravelerWe stopped here for an overnight on our way to Moab. It’s definitely HOT right now in July without a ton of tree coverage but once the sun started to set it was fine. There was only one other camper here besides us. Road is fairly easy to get back to the sites. We only saw like 5 sites but there may have been more somewhere? Views were wonderful and stars were popping at night.
LegendThis CG is on a long gravel road access and is a sort of rundown place. Many sites are overgrown and not maintained, every picnic table needs painting. One old pit toilet. No cell and lake is just going to be drained in summer. $16/$9 senior, CG host on site and run buy a pvt concession.
TravelerAbsolutely beautiful views! The campground is small but well set up. Most sites are within earshot of the creek which is gorgeous. There are several trails from the trailhead at the end of the campground, including Capitol peak (campground is at 7,300 feet so you do the math….. will definitely be back!
RangerNot worth the reviews I saw previously.
View isn’t that great (compared to what you COULD have)
The sites are on gravel ? And there were like 2.
Just don’t do it if you’re seeking views, adventure and solitude.
RangerWe needed a last minute place to stay and went here.
Honestly the people and the camp host were amazing! Only reason I gave it a 4 was because it’s nothing like BLM camping
ScoutLocation was right off the road but once you drive about 5 minutes down the road you cannot hear any traffic. No other campers. Road was packed gravel almost like highway. We have camper van and our site and most of them were flat and had established fire rings. Dry and dessert landscapes.
Camping near Parachute, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Parachute, Colorado, has its quirks, but with the right preparation, it can be a fantastic experience for everyone involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Parachute, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 151 campgrounds and RV parks near Parachute, CO and 38 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Parachute, CO is Rifle Gap State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 40 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 38 free dispersed camping spots near Parachute, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Parachute, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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