Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Ridgway, CO

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Ridgway, Colorado (155)

    1. Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park

    33 Reviews
    Ridgway, CO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 626-5822

    $28 - $36 / night

    "Nice paths down to the lake and around but the lake level is still low."

    "We stayed for 6 nights in thie State Park and were surprised by how close it was to Ridgway, Ouray, and Telluride. The campground is very clean and the sites are spacious."

    2. Ouray KOA

    25 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 325-4736

    "Great sites, lovely staff, dog park, great BBQ, band at night ... really a top notch KOA."

    "This campground will be rated as a Basecamp — grounds that offer a comfortable home base that you’re happy to return to after a day of exploring the surrounding area."

    3. Amphitheater Campground

    32 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 537-8888

    $28 / night

    "the sites are full, or snag a hotel near 550 when we don't want to chance a night on a slope."

    "Site was clean, easy to access and close to restroom. Great views all around and super close to Ouray and surrounding hiking trails."

    4. Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park

    19 Reviews
    Ridgway, CO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 626-5822

    $36 - $90 / night

    "Ridgway State Park was a convenient location for my trip through Colorado to Utah. After a stop at Black Canyon of the Gunnison Ridgway was a great spot to stop for an overnight out of any city."

    "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. Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Campground — Ridgway State Park

    16 Reviews
    Ridgway, CO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 626-5822

    $28 - $615 / night

    "Love this campground and Ridgway SP. Facilities with showers, laundry and power and water at site. Campground hosts are top notch along with the volunteers working there."

    "I absolutely love the Ridgway area, and this is a convenient place to stay. Great views, easy access to trails near the reservoir, and well maintained."

    6. Ouray Riverside Resort

    19 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 325-4523

    $50 - $99 / night

    "Nestled in a valley with beautiful view next to Uncompahgre River with wonderful walking path. Gravel parking right off hwy 550. Laundry, showers, restaurant."

    "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. "

    7. 4J + 1+ 1 RV Park

    19 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 325-4418

    $28 - $50 / night

    "This little place is on the outskirts of Ouray, tucked into the base of the mountain (perimeter trail actually has an access point at the park)."

    "This park is within walking distance of Ouray’s most popular sight seeing. It’s only a few blocks from breweries, restaurants, and just down the road from the town hot springs!"

    8. Last Dollar Road

    28 Reviews
    Placerville, CO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 874-6600

    "We entered from the Ridgway side and had to drive past several ranch’s before crossing into the dispersed area."

    "Beautiful location. Drove in via Deep Creek Road. The road isn't terrible if you have high clearance and 4WD.

    4 stars because some of the other campers lack some common decency and respect."

    9. Orvis Hot Springs (Clothing Optional)

    10 Reviews
    Ridgway, CO
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 626-5324

    "It’s $50/night per person, and you have access to the hot springs all night! The campground is basically just a gravel lot but has beautiful views of mountains and grazing cattle."

    "Dogs aloud at campground but not in the pool area."

    10. Telluride Town Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Telluride, CO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 728-2173

    "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."

    "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."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Ridgway, CO

1280 Reviews of 155 Ridgway Campgrounds


  • Karl G.
    Sep. 1, 2017

    Telluride Town Park Campground

    Telluride Town Park

    This campsite is great if you want to do Telluride on a budget - it's free. 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. There's also grills, bathrooms, picnic tables, a dog park, and a pond. Unless you're at a festival, the campground isn't where you will want to spend your time though. The campground is very close to Bridal Veil Falls, a huge free fall waterfall. You can drive or hike up to it, and climb around on the rocks and get blasted by cold water from the falls. It's huge. There's also a bunch of awesome hikes around Telluride - the San Juans are my favorite part of Colorado.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Ouray KOA

    Amazing, for a KOA

    We usually boondock, but stopped here for a change. Great sites, lovely staff, dog park, great BBQ, band at night ... really a top notch KOA.

  • David L.
    Oct. 26, 2020

    Riverbend RV Park & Cabins

    You get what you pay for...

    We spend three days here between some disperse camping in the region and could not say enough good things. The staff were extremely friendly, this sites were clean, dog park great, river amazing, and location to Montrose perfect.

    The laundry rooms was clean with new equipment.

    The Wifi was five stars which is rare in most RV parks. Super fast speeds.

    We will be back!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 16, 2020

    Owl Creek Pass

    Breathtaking but NO

    This was such a magically beautiful location. The aspens were amazing, the surrounding forest, flowing river and waterfalls, and sweeping mountain scapes were breathtaking. Why only two stars? Well, first off, our campsite seemed too perfect to still be open, and it was. Unbeknownst to us, we were the only place for miles that you can get cell service, so we had 20-30 “visitors” a day drive up to our little round about spot to get a phone call or text out. That’s more people I see a day than even my own neighborhood and far more than I want to see on my outdoor exhursion.

    Ok, so we picked a bad spot.... but every place we hiked and drove was overrun with cattle. Within an hour of our arrival and set up, cows began to wander over, pooping all over the place. Cows were EVERYWHERE- all the way up to Silver Jack reservoir and further. That made the flies worse than normal. They were the only “wildlife” we saw in four days... 15-20 at a time... hundreds overall. In all of my years camping in Colorado, I’ve never experienced this. Every camper we encountered complained about it. I loved the views, but I’ll never be back to camp.

  • Billy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Riverbend RV Park & Cabins

    Riverbend Montrose Colorado

    Book it Now! This RV park will fill up quickly. Riverbend is a beautiful park in a fantastic location. What sets this park apart from others is the owners and camp hosts. The park's owners are exceptional; everything they do is done for the benefit of their guests.

     A few examples include oversized RV sites, WiFi, and they even love dogs because they have an off-lease dog park. The camp hosts here are fantastic; 

    Rob and Becky and Kirby and Robin are two couples that truely went above and beyond. They are simply the best! 

    We had such a great time we invited several of our friends to come down and rent a cabin, which they all did, and we had an absolute blast! The most amazing trip ever!

  • C
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Ouray Riverside Resort

    Beautiful Ouray

    Nestled in a valley with beautiful view next to Uncompahgre River with wonderful walking path. Gravel parking right off hwy 550. Laundry, showers, restaurant. Primitive cabins and fully equipped cabins. Very friendly staff. Pet friendly. Close to uptown shopping and eating & grocery store. Pull thru and back in sites. Overflow parking for extra vehicles for a charge. Down side-you have to trailer to trailheads for SXS riding. Most tail heads are small parking areas but the riding in the mountains is priceless. Been here twice, same site and would go again.

  • v
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Centennial RV Park

    Super clean and spacious.

    Super nice owners. Super clean Park, bathrooms, laundry. Well maintained. Very Spacious pull thru rv spaces. Long green dog walk area. Surrounded by fields. Views of the San Juan mountain range. Midway between Ridgway And Montrose. We will be back for sure.!

  • Liv B.
    Aug. 18, 2021

    Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

    Good camping 👍🏼

    Great spot. Didn’t say pet friendly on the reviews but my dog and I found a nice little secluded campsite off to the right and down a less jagged road. Be careful. I wouldn’t try to go too deep looking for a campsite during wet season or if you’ve got a low hanging vehicle without 4WD.

  • Ben G.
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Mavreeso Campground

    Soothing

    Beautiful campground. Right next to the West Dolores river which drowns out any road noise. Private land next door has a few beautiful horses. Very pet friendly too. Very close to attractions like Mesa Verde National Park. Would have given it 5 stars if there were showers.


Guide to Ridgway

Discover the perfect spots for pets-allowed camping near Ridgway, Colorado, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Tips for camping with dogs near Ridgway

  • At Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park, you’ll find spacious sites and clean facilities, making it a comfortable choice for you and your pet.
  • The Ouray KOA offers a friendly atmosphere with easy access to nearby trails, perfect for daily walks with your dog.
  • Consider Telluride Town Park Campground for its convenient location close to town, allowing you to explore pet-friendly areas while enjoying your camping experience.

Pet owners like the amenities available

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Ridgway

  • Enjoy hiking trails near Amphitheater Campground, where you can explore the beautiful scenery with your dog by your side.
  • The Priest Lake Dispersed Camping Area offers stunning views and opportunities for fishing, making it a great spot for outdoor adventures with your pet.
  • Take advantage of the nearby trails and scenic drives from Last Dollar Road, perfect for a day of exploration with your furry companion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Ridgway, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Ridgway, CO is Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park with a 4.4-star rating from 33 reviews.

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