Best Glamping near Placerville, CO

Name: Placerville, CO
Address: Placerville, CO, US

The San Juan Mountains provide a stunning backdrop for Ouray KOA Holiday and BASECAMP 550, two notable glamping destinations situated minutes from Placerville. The KOA offers luxury canvas tents nestled among pine trees alongside a babbling creek, providing an upscale outdoor experience with electricity, comfortable queen beds, and private decks. BASECAMP 550 features modern glamping tents and casitas with full hookups, climate control, and stylish furnishings. One guest shared, "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." Both locations provide hot showers, clean restrooms, and WiFi connectivity, elevating the traditional camping experience with hotel-like comforts while maintaining immersion in Colorado's natural splendor.

Proximity to outdoor adventures draws glamping enthusiasts to this region of Colorado. From these eco-friendly glamping accommodations, guests can easily access the Million Dollar Highway, Yankee Boy Basin, and numerous hiking trails in the surrounding Uncompahgre National Forest. BASECAMP 550 provides a communal fire pit and a clubhouse offering complimentary coffee, tea, and kitchen access, while the Ouray KOA features on-site horseback riding, a restaurant with live music, and a text message service for firewood delivery. A visitor noted, "The location was great, the views were fantastic, and the onsite restaurant had great food and good drink choices after a long day of offroading." Both glamping sites operate seasonally, with Ouray KOA open May through September and BASECAMP 550 welcoming guests throughout the warmer months, making advance reservations essential during peak summer periods.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Placerville, Colorado (29)

1. Ouray KOA
25 Reviews
Ouray, CO
19 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."
2. Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
33 Reviews
Ridgway, CO
22 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."

3. Ouray Riverside Resort
19 Reviews
Ouray, CO
21 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. "
4. Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
19 Reviews
Ridgway, CO
22 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."

5. Uncompahgre National Forest Thistledown Campground
6 Reviews
Ouray, CO
19 miles
Website
+1 (970) 240-5300
"There are about 8 sites, most of them relatively close to each other (within sight). When we arrived ---for two days--- bathrooms were in a bad shape."

"All sites are provided a bear box and vault toilets and trash dumpster are available. Creek was silty due to rain so was not a reliable water source. $10/night."
6. Ouray KOA Holiday
4 Reviews
Ouray, CO
19 miles
Website
+1 (970) 325-4736
"Stayed at a small back-in site with 30 amp & electric in our camper van. The site had a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. Loved that they had a store, laundry room, and firewood for sale."

"Near each other and close to the bathrooms and playground. Kids loved the playground and jump pad! Close by to Ouray for great SXS and off-road trails. Must tow there with trailer. Beautiful scenery."

7. Little Molas Lake Campground
14 Reviews
Silverton, CO
27 miles
Website
+1 (970) 884-2512
"Nice little campground on the Million Dollar Highway heading between Durango and Silverton, with the Colorado Trail passing right through the campground."

"This spot is closer to the highway but we weren't there during the day and at night there was not a lot of road noise."
8. BASECAMP 550
2 Reviews
Ridgway, CO
19 miles
Website
+1 (970) 400-7275
"The campground’s location is perfect, with easy access to Ouray, Montrose, Telluride, and other nearby areas."

"We came along this location when all the campgrounds in Ouray were full, this one was only 7 minutes away in Ridgeway."

9. Uncompahgre National Forest Amphitheater Campground
3 Reviews
Ouray, CO
21 miles
Website
+1 (970) 240-5300
10. Haviland Lake Campground
21 Reviews
Cascade, CO
36 miles
Website
$32 - $98 / night
"beautiful campground and nice big sites. picnic tables and fire pit. need to understand some sites are along the road and not good for a bigger rig with slide outs. but also have backin sites great for"

"There are hookups at this campground and it isn't too far away from stores. Liked the place overall. No rushing waters but Haviland Lake took the attention. "

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Kim B.
Ranger
Jun. 30, 2021
The Views RV Park & Campground
Hidden Gem
Lovely Campground! Scenic views and very clean park! Bathrooms are cleaner than mine at home. Laundry Facilities nice. Great community outdoor kitchen area. Glamping tents looked nice and positioned for fantastic views. Owners were very nice and Bentley the cat was a friendly mascot! Great sleeping here!
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Fred E.
Traveler
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!
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Todd G.
Guide
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.
Connemara M.
Scout
Aug. 9, 2021
The Views RV Park & Campground
We’ll Be Back
We stayed in the “primitive” glamping tent, and were completely thrilled. The bed was comfy, the tent kept us dry during storms, and we had room to entertain our friends. We cooked out in the pavilion twice, used the laundry room and showers, and all were great. Best of all, Matt & team were so kind and accommodating. We wouldn’t have left if we didn’t have to, and we can’t wait to visit again!
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Susan R.
Guide
Jun. 22, 2021
The Views RV Park & Campground
Best We've Stayed
This park is very well-kept and the views are amazing. Most sites are huge (center sites alittle close together) and they offer full hookup, pull thru, and back-in sites. There are trees for shade. Owners are onsite and extremely friendly and professional. 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. They have glamping tents, laundry, and propane onsite. Tons to do nearby including the reservoir, Mesa Verde, and much more. Delores (10 min) is a smaller town with nice dining and shops. Cortez (15 min) has all modern amenities including Walmart, chain stores, and grocery. Park is very quiet and friendly. Nearby gas and diesel available. Beautiful and top notch...they even rake the gravel sites between guests! Highly recommend! Our favorite campground to date!
Momo H.
Guide
May. 14, 2025
The Views RV Park & Campground
All the way amazing.
So quiet and the views are spectacular. The owner was friendly, helpful and so welcoming. The entire park is beautiful. They have wonderful community areas, bathroom, laundry and fire pit. The walking trail offers a great peek over the surrounding hill. I could honestly stay forever! They offer free WiFi and firewood at the communal site. Clean bathrooms and laundry room.
Russ M.
Traveler
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.
Natalie F.
Guide
May. 23, 2021
Dolores River RV Resort by Rjourney
Beautiful and peaceful
This campground was great - right next to the river and ponds. We didn’t think the ponds were stocked with fish and nobody caught a fish on the ponds while we were there but who cares...gorgeous anyways. People were super friendly and they offered breakfast on stay and Sunday if you wanted. They had a cool playground area for the kids with a fire pit to hang around. Propane fill up station, laundry and very clean showers and bathrooms We made fast friends with the neighbors and the staff who really took good care of the place. We would highly recommend You can’t really walk to town though but other than that we loved it
Clément S.
Guide
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