Best Tent Camping near Placerville, CO

Are you in need of a campground near Placerville, CO? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Placerville campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Colorado camping adventure.

Best Tent Sites Near Placerville, Colorado (39)

    1. Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed)

    38 Reviews
    Ophir, CO
    14 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."

    2. Priest Lake Dispersed Camping Area

    21 Reviews
    Ophir, CO
    16 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."

    3. Fall Creek Camping

    2 Reviews
    Placerville, CO
    3 miles

    "We stayed here for a long weekend to go see Telluride and the surrounding area. The directions led us to the campground, would be easy to miss otherwise."

    4. Angel Creek Campground

    12 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    20 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."

    5. Last Dollar Road

    1 Review
    Placerville, CO
    6 miles

    "This road is hard to turn around on, or let others pass. This spot was the furthest we ended up going. This is a secluded area with no bathroom, campground, electric, or water."

    7. Miramonte Reservoir

    3 Reviews
    Norwood, CO
    16 miles
    Website

    "We got up there late, the wind was blowing, it was raining and the ground was insanely hard!"

    "first come first serve with easy access to the water not too crouded, large camp spaces with daily clean up."

    8. Silver Lake

    2 Reviews
    Telluride, CO
    16 miles
    Website

    "This campground is ideal: close to town, backcountry seclusion. The hike is steep, but manageable."

    9. Hermosa Park Road Dispersed

    10 Reviews
    Rico, CO
    26 miles

    "Dispersed camping, no amenities, but beautiful location. Little streams running nearby, wildlife viewing, the drive up the slope is beautiful as well"

    "There is also a decommissioned forest service campsite on the north side about halfway in with tables and fire rings still. Creek was a bit high but not bad."

    10. Red Mountain Creek

    4 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    21 miles

    "Spaces were tight and very close to others. A bit noisy with the ATVs and motorcycles all around, but not too bad."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Placerville, CO

1180 Reviews of 39 Placerville Campgrounds



Guide to Placerville

Discover the beauty of tent camping near Placerville, Colorado, where stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures await. With a variety of options, campers can enjoy the serenity of nature while exploring the surrounding wilderness.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $10

  • Stay for free at Bear Camp - Dispersed, where you can enjoy a rustic experience without any fees.
  • Enjoy a budget-friendly option at Thistledown Campground for just $10 a night, making it an affordable getaway.
  • Experience the unique charm of Miramonte Reservoir, where camping is free with a valid state license for fishing or hunting.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • Fall Creek Camping offers a quiet atmosphere with no marked sites, allowing for a more private camping experience.
  • Enjoy the convenience of picnic tables and fire pits at 4R Freedom Ranch Campground, which also provides drinking water and showers.
  • Experience the beauty of nature at Silver Lake, where you can camp for free and enjoy a peaceful, secluded environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Placerville, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Placerville, CO is Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed) with a 4.4-star rating from 38 reviews.

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