Are you in need of a campground near Red Cliff, CO? Red Cliff is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$29 / night
"If you are looking for a great boondocking location that is close to great trails and breathtaking views, this just might be the place for you."
"We stayed at the Gore Creek Campground last summer 2017 on a drive from Southern California to Denver, CO. We took highway 15 through Nevada and Utah, and connected to Highway 70 in Utah to Colorado."
$27 / night
"Located on Dillon Reservoir, Prospector Campground offers a nice balance of feeling remote while being conveniently near some really neat towns."
"Great views of lake dillon and each spot is tucked into trees so you don’t see neighbors even if you can hear them. Short Hiking trail connected to the campground plus so many trail options close by"
"Close to midturn, red cliff, and Avon should you have forgotten anything. Perfect for a quick weekend get away"
"Homestake Road is your gateway to a variety of off-road and primitive camping sites in the beautiful White River National Forest. We spent two nights here, each night at a different campsite."
$28 / night
"As someone who prefers wild camping, it was definitely not that, but was one of the more positive campground experiences I've had."
"Just a few miles off I-70, in Frisco, CO, is the location of Peak One Campground. This is a very clean campground, and the only one around Lake Dillon with flush toilets and sinks."
"Roadside pull off areas. Mostly one lane dirt, can be tight and bumpy. Best for truck camper, small RV or tent. Don't get discouraged if the 1st spots are full just keep driving."
"While many of the campsites are quite small and located right along the roadside with limited parking, we were lucky to find a fantastic, more spacious spot."
$29 - $56 / night
"Heaton Bay Campground, located near Dillon Reservoir in Colorado, offers a stunning lakeside camping experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains."
"Bring your fishing pole, SUP, kayak, or hammock to hang out by the lake. This is my favorite campground in Colorado for the accessibility to the lake and town nearby."
$25 / night
"Spent 2 quiet nights here in this roomy and quiet campground adjacent to the Colorado and Continental Divide Trail. Lots of great hiking and just 25 minutes north of Leadville."
"Other spots perfect for our trailer with views are : sites 11 (near toilets), 14 and 15.
The cons: There was no cell phone service for us (t-mobile) or water / electricity."
"It is next a big creek and has some good 4x4 trails near it. I thought some of the sites were a little close to each other. There are trees between the sites, but you can see right through them."
"Gold Park is a great place to stay if you want trails and high alpine lakes at your fingertips."
"Halfmoon Campground is located at the end of Notch Mountain Rd (forest Rd 707) near Minturn, CO in White River National Forest."
"Got there around 5pm on a Friday (9/9) and there was no one else there. A few more campers showed up on Saturday morning, but it wasn’t ever fully booked at any point this weekend."
"Drove up Homestake Road on a Thursday afternoon, lots off spots taken already. we took our offroad capable teardrop to the loop at the reservoir but I don't recommend taking a non-offroad trailer past"
"Beautiful drive all the way up to the reservoir multiple dispersed, camping spots along the road fresh water source coming from the reservoir hundreds of feet away from camping sites."
GuideGot a last minute weekend reservation thru recreation.gov (someone must have canceled). Stayed here to hike La Plata which was about 50 minutes away but the closer campgrounds were only FCFS and full the weekend before. Our spot (19) was level and had shade. There was one open spot left on Friday night. It was pretty quiet and the host was attentive. It is close to the highway but that didn’t affect my sleep. Would recommend.
GuideWe enjoyed our midweek stay here. The creek flowing adjacent the campground is a plus. Site 17 was spacious and overlooked the creek. One vault toilet is located toward the east end of the CG. Expect hiking (popular 14ers nearby) and UTV traffic, especially on weekends. Kind of pricey at $26/night. And there is good dispersed camping along the road leading to this CG.
GuideWe dispersed camped here. If you exit off of 82 then turn onto 24, that will take you up to Lakeview campground which is a pay for site. Keep going past that campground and up there you can pull off many different places to camp. Very amazing views with trails nearby. You will be up by Mt Elbert forebay lake looking out over Twin Lakes. WE LOVED IT. No one bothered us, it was like we were in our own world up there. No trash cans, no toilets, no nothing. Bring your own gear/power. There are some motorcycle riders in the area usually but it's not to bad. They are just going out on the trails. Ppl in the distance with gas generators didn't leave them making noice all night either. Solar is the way!!! Pack it in, pack it out, so we can keep these gems. Big rigs will drag in some spots and would be dangerous to enter with. Most of the big rigs camped at the very top hill if you can get up the steep entrance.
ScoutMy family has enjoyed paddle boarding and kayaking at Terryall State Wildlife Area for many years. On July 27, 2025, we were issued a collective $837 citation for being present in the area without a fishing license. Apparently, you cannot use the campground, picnic areas or lake for ANY purpose other than hunting and fishing. There is NO signage to explain this. A Keep Colorado Wild pass DOES NOT allow access.
TravelerThe photos did not do this area justice!! There were some mixed reviews about needing a high clearance vehicle/4x4. We took our Subaru Crosstrek and the drive up was rough. We made it unscathed because my husband is a great driver but I wouldn’t try this unexperienced!!
The coordinates will take you to the start of the rocky part of the drive (Stewart road I think?) so from there to our campsite it probably took us another 25 minutes.
We set up camp a little prematurely because we were ready to be done driving, but once we started hiking up towards Loch Lomond Lake, we quickly saw a ton of even better spots with mountain and water views. Next time!
TravelerThere's a great pull off area that is pretty level. We stayed one night in our RV. There was some pretty heavy traffic and train tracks on the other side of the river. This area stays pretty busy with rafting and kayaking even during the week. There is a little parking area closer to the river and walk-in camp spots for tents. It's not a far walk. There are vault toilets. We played in the water in the late afternoon and it was great.
TravelerGreat spot. First 30 or few spots are a little close, accessible for most vehicles but fills up quickly. Past 30, they get more dispersed but more difficult to get to. Past 35 or so it’s a true 4x4 trail, only saw broncos/jeeps past this. Trail continues pretty far down, but opens up to 48 spots or so near the tree line.
Great spot! Highly recommend 4WD for anyone going. Stock jeeps/broncos will be fine past 30s. Would go again
LegendDid not find disperse camping on bald Mountain Road, but grab this little pull off for the night. Fits one vehicle.
TravelerLots of spots but was packed the Sat I arrived. I got the last spot was far as I know. Sites can be close together but everyone was respectful after 9:00-10:00ish. Great proximity to Twin Lakes and Independence Pass.
Camping near Red Cliff, Colorado, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Red Cliff, Colorado, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of activities and beautiful scenery. Just remember to plan ahead and be prepared for the unique aspects of camping in this area!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Red Cliff, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 412 campgrounds and RV parks near Red Cliff, CO and 167 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Red Cliff, CO is Gore Creek Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 21 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 167 free dispersed camping spots near Red Cliff, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Red Cliff, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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