Best Tent Camping near Ridgway, CO

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Best Tent Sites Near Ridgway, Colorado (51)

    1. Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed)

    38 Reviews
    Ophir, CO
    20 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. Angel Creek Campground

    12 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    11 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."

    3. Priest Lake Dispersed Camping Area

    21 Reviews
    Ophir, CO
    24 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."

    4. Red Mountain Creek

    4 Reviews
    Ouray, CO
    16 miles

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

    5. 4R FREEDOM RANCH CAMPGROUND

    2 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    14 miles
    +1 (970) 901-8860

    $45 / night

    "There are canvas tents with cots and wood stoves for the colder months. The stars are beyond compare and if you’re a birder like me, you will have a magical time. Susan is an excellent communicator!"

    6. Silver Lake

    2 Reviews
    Telluride, CO
    17 miles
    Website

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

    7. Last Dollar Road

    1 Review
    Placerville, CO
    15 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."

    9. Fall Creek Camping

    2 Reviews
    Placerville, CO
    20 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."

    10. Silverton 20A - Dispersed

    2 Reviews
    Silverton, CO
    24 miles
    Website

    "Make sure you enter from CO 52 then turn right onto 20A, if you enter 20A near the Silverton Lakes RV resort you will climb for a couple miles on a 4X4 trail with switchbacks and see nothing but private"

    "Definitely need 4 wheel drive to get up to sites, had to build our own fire pit but that was ok! The views were phenomenal."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Ridgway, CO

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Guide to Ridgway

Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Colorado, Ridgway offers a variety of options for tent camping enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature.

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Tips for tent camping near Ridgway

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy breathtaking views and fishing opportunities at the Priest Lake Dispersed Camping Area, where you can catch brook trout in the nearby lake.
  • Explore the scenic trails around Angel Creek Campground, which provide access to stunning landscapes and wildlife sightings.
  • Experience the unique beauty of the area by hiking to the picturesque Silver Lake, known for its alpine setting and breathtaking sunsets.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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