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Best RV Parks & Resorts near San Juan National Forest

1,333 Reviews

Numerous RV parks provide full hookups throughout the San Juan National Forest region. Alpen Rose RV Park in Durango operates from April through October with 100 sites offering 50-amp electric service, sewer, and water hookups for big rigs. "We stayed at blue spruce for a week while working remotely which required good cell coverage. We have Verizon and despite having no service on the drive to blue spruce, once we arrived the bars lit up!" Priest Gulch Campground along Highway 145 features riverfront RV sites with fire pits and picnic tables, while Westerly RV Park provides spacious pull-through RV pads suitable for larger motorhomes with 50-amp service.

Mountain terrain affects site accessibility in several locations around the forest perimeter. The Views RV Park & Campground near Dolores remains open mid-April through October, with higher elevation parks typically closing earlier due to snow conditions. Most RV resorts in the area maintain dump stations and trash service, though cell coverage varies significantly by location. Pet-friendly policies exist at nearly all surveyed parks, with designated dog areas at select locations. One traveler noted, "If you're not in a prevost bus, you are out of place" at some of the more upscale parks, indicating price and amenity differences among the options. Several parks including Durango RV Resort and Dolores River RV Resort offer propane fill service and laundry facilities on-site.

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Best RV Sites Near San Juan National Forest (175)

    1. Alpen Rose RV Park

    17 Reviews
    Durango, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-5540

    $65 - $1 / night

    "Its only aboht 15 minutes from the Durango train, which was awesome, and has nice ammenities, though the cafe and pool are closed now (oct)."

    "Park has great clean facilities. Lots of shade trees, pickle ball court. Huge dog run area out front."

    2. Westerly RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Durango, CO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-1275

    $42 - $54 / night

    "This is a simple campground, no bathrooms or showers, but they do have full laundry facilities. Westerly is a small 24 spot full hook up RV park on the north end of Durango Colorado."

    "The campsite was pretty basic but it was a short drive to purgatory ski resort and across the street from a hot springs resort."

    3. Stoner RV Resort

    21 Reviews
    Dolores, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 882-0120

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Large grassy area in the center for kids to play, pavilion with live music plus group fire pits to sit around in the large swing seating. Two small dog parks with seating and shade."

    "There was a fire pit, fire wood, bbq, table and chair swing at the camp spot."

    4. Priest Gulch Campground and RV Park Cabins and Lodge

    13 Reviews
    San Juan National Forest, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 562-3810

    "There are only 4 tent sites and they are all wonderful; right next to the river! Bathroom/showers are very clean, but a bit of a walk from the tent sites."

    "Priest Gulch Campground is a privately owned campground/RV park. They have 98 RV sites with full hookups along with tent spaces and 8 cabins available for rent."

    5. Durango RV Resort

    22 Reviews
    Durango, CO
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 247-0783

    $47 - $197 / night

    "CUSTOMER SERVICE: Friendly staff; shuffled our stay around so we could extend and not relocate during the week.  WIFI/ CELL SERVICE: Camp wifi and speed seemed to work really well!"

    "Incredibly friendly staff, great store with camping necessities and fun swag. Dog park was large enough with a shaded tree and benches. Pickle ball, movie night, pool, playground ect included."

    6. Dolores River RV Resort by Rjourney

    15 Reviews
    Dolores, CO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 829-5099

    "This campground was great - right next to the river and ponds."

    "This is a really pretty place with level sites. Full hookups. One end of the Campground has cabins, yurts, Prarie Schooner wagons, and triframe cabins. All along the gorgeous Dolores River."

    7. Mesa Verde RV Resort

    12 Reviews
    Mancos, CO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 533-7421

    $43 / night

    "Located less than 1 mile from Mesa Verde National Park entrance, this campground has wonderful owners who understand the meaning of hospitality!"

    "This is a beautiful, maintained campground right outside of Mesa Verde National Park. The staff are very welcoming and friendly. The gentleman even escorted us to our site."

    8. The Views RV Park & Campground

    25 Reviews
    Dolores, CO
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 749-6489

    "Don’t let the dilapidated mobile home near the entrance scare you away. This place is super well maintained. Every site is well thought out and has great hookups."

    "I car camped here on my way back to Texas from Oregon as I wanted bathroom facilities and had hoped for a campfire. The grounds were really nice, and the owner was very friendly upon checking in."

    9. Blue Spruce RV Park & Cabins

    7 Reviews
    Cascade, CO
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 884-2641

    "We stayed at blue spruce for a week while working remotely which required good cell coverage."

    "Good location, excellent WiFi, good staff! Full hookups and trees/ shade. Lots of options to stay—cabins, RVs, etc."

    10. Silverton Lakes RV Resort

    8 Reviews
    Silverton, CO
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 387-9888

    "I have stayed at this campground several times while in Silverton Colorado. This campground is located on the edge of Silverton, about 1 mile from the downtown business district."

    "Great stop to do laundry, fill up water, and just conveniently located near Silverton, during our visit it was quiet, we were told it does get very busy in summer. Definitely recommend."

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  • Robert G.
    May. 18, 2021

    Mancos State Park Campground

    Great small lake

    Mancos State Park has no-wake boating and is well-known for fishing, especially rainbow trout, a few brownies and yellow perch. There are 33 campsites on two sides of the lake, plus two all-season yurts. During the winter, it is a great place to use as a base for cross country skiing.

    It is near the La Plata range to the east, and Mesa Verde National Park to the southwest. Durango is about 45 minutes to the east, and the City of Cortez about 25 minutes to the west. Telluride ski resort is about a two-hour drive. Both Cortez and Durango are full-service cities, with multiple supermarkets, other chains, etc. The town of Mancos, about a 12-minute drive from the park, has a full-service sit-down restaurant/bakery, a natural foods store, other restaurants, a community grocery store, shops, modern library and other amenities.

    The park adjoins the San Juan National Forest, including multiple hiking trails, the Chicken Creek cross country ski area, the Sawtooth and Millwood trails, and other trails. The nearby forest (about a mile up the road) has dispersed camping as well as organized campgrounds accessible by a paved road.

    There also is a dude ranch next to the park, and the approximate 1-mile trail around the park takes hikers over some beautiful scenery. There are no corrals, but horses are allowed on specific trails.

    None of the campsites currently have water or electric hookups, but potable water is available at several connections on the east (main) side of the park. While there is no public WiFi, cell signals are strong.

  • Mark The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Outback RV

    Small, laid back campground with full hookups

    This is a small campground, only 8 sites, outside of Cortez, CO with easy access to Mesa Verde National Park and to Cortez for supplies.  It is a gravel lot with each site being a pull through; big rig friendly (45'x75').  There are shared covered picnic tables.  Full hookups with 20/30/50 electric.  We had good AT&T cell coverage.  The property is surrounded by BLM land and close to Phil's World with bike trails.  It is centrally located for all of the areas attractions: Mesa Verde, Canyons of the Ancients, Hovenweep, Telluride, Durango (Durango to Silverton scenic train).  There are weekly and monthly rates which reduces the nightly rate.  The owner, Bill, was very nice and even stopped by with local brochures and maps.  We will definitely stop here again when out this way.

  • S
    May. 9, 2021

    Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park

    Great place to explore Mesa Verde National Park

    This is a good-sized campground consisting of several different one-way paved loops for access. Most of the sites are back in but there are some pull throughs. There are a mix of tent and RV camping sites. Flush toilet restrooms are available and there are showers and a laundry a few miles away where the café, store, and gas station are located. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring that can also be used for grilling. One section provides full hookups but most of the sites are for dry camping. There are several dump stations with fresh water available in the park. The information on the campground indicates 30 feet as the maximum size but some sites will accommodate rigs to 40 feet. Most of the sites are pretty level and are typically grass but a few have gravel. The area consists of small oak trees but only a few sites have shade. Our Verizon and AT&T hotspots did not work in the campground. Cell service was spotty and that was true through the national park. There is wifi in the campground that was pretty good most of the time. Good enough for email but not usually enough for streaming.

  • Julia M.
    Nov. 10, 2020

    Durango RV Resort

    Nice site layout; Enjoyable stay! - THIS IS NOT KOA! NOW CALLED OASIS RV

    CUSTOMER SERVICE: Friendly staff; shuffled our stay around so we could extend and not relocate during the week. 

    WIFI/ CELL SERVICE: Camp wifi and speed seemed to work really well! I could use email and stream videos with no delay; however we used a hot spot for work calls to be more clear, but their wifi probably could have been fine to do so. 2 of 4 bars AT&T but calls came in fine throughout the entire park. 

    SITE: Pretty campground layout. Love the"S" curved pull thru sites. We had an"S" shaped site with nice privacy and ease of arriving and leaving because of design. The sites all seemed to be nicely spaced from one another and private even though you are nearby. There were some views and there were a few pretty fall trees and a vacant pasture to look at while sitting at the picnic table. A small creek flows along the edge of site 23. Full hookup; level site; heated water so didn't have to worry about pipes freezing during stay; fire pit; grill; full sun site; rock roads but well maintained and not too dusty; light road noise. I'm sure the sites closer to the highway are louder near the campground entrance; no bugs in October that we experienced. 

    OTHER: Nearby Walmart and shopping center. About 20 min drive from Historic Downtown; about 5 minutes from Anytime Fitness gym. Laundry room was small and they didn't clean our clothes very well, but it was kept clean.

  • CC C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2021

    Lost Trail

    Lovely site near the Rio Grande

    Most sites are Park and walk into fire pit and table area. A few scattered back-in sites. No pull through. Nice wooden picnic tables, men and women’s bathrooms. Level tent sites, water pump on site but nothing available in October. No cell service. Loads of down wood for collection. Close to river access

  • B
    Jul. 2, 2021

    Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort

    Big rig friendly

    Great park for larger RV's we have a 40 ft toy hauler plus the added ramp patio plenty of room. Park is very clean and quiet plus pet friendly. Lots of large Ponderosa pine for shade and scenery

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 7, 2022

    La Mesa RV Park

    Does The Job

    We stayed here using Passport America discount on our way to Albuquerque. 

    The park is a very basic RV park in the town of Cortez. There is quite a bit of road noise as to be expected in a town. It seemed a bit rundown but not awful. There were some long time residents living there. 

    The guy (owner? manager?) who came out to meet us when we pulled in was very nice and gave us a lot of tips on things to do in the area. It is only 8 miles to Mesa Verde National Park so a great place to stay if you want to check that out. He gave us a list of other things in the area as well. Very knowledgable and friendly. 

    There was one washer and dryer for a laundry room that shuts down at night. There are dumpsters for garbage but no recycling. The sites are full hook ups with pull through and back in available and they can accommodate big rigs. Each site had a picnic table as well. Overall a convenient place to stay if you want to check out Mesa Verde or are just traveling through. 

    Good cell reception ATT and Verizon and the park offers Wifi.

  • Reuben
    Nov. 2, 2020

    Sundance RV Park

    Very nice and simple little park right in the middle of Cortez

    Neat and tidy and friendly. This park is in the middle of Cortez, so you literally drive through"historic downtown Cortez" to get there and pull into it right off the main street. That's a little unusual. The park itself is a simple layout; the typical racecourse layout. An oval with sites on both sides as you drive around. The pull through lots are in the middle, of course, and that's where we stayed. When we arrived, we were greeted nicely and directed to our site. Pulled right in, and all the hook ups were in reasonable spots, making our set up easy. We did have to use ONE block on our front passenger tire to keep from hanging by our jack, so I wouldn't say the site was 100% level. Enough room to easily park our rig(29' 3") and our tow vehicle, a Honda Fit. Everything worked fine: water, sewer, electric. Did not use the cable TV that was available, and never even tried the wi-fi. My cell signal was strong enough(middle of town) that I just used a hot spot for the little bit of Netflix streaming we did that evening. The campground is spartan but nice. My only gripes, really, are that the sites are quite close together, and it's near enough to the main street that you do hear some traffic at night. You don't forget you have neighbors. But we'd still recommend this spot.

  • S
    May. 16, 2021

    La Plata County Fairgrounds

    Bare minimums but good location

    This is a small area at the fairgrounds that has space for 6 RVs. All of the sites are back in with 30 amp power and a shared water connection. There are no sewer connections but there are several dump stations in town. There are no showers or restrooms. The sites are gravel and pretty level. Our Verizon and AT&T hotspots both worked well and cell service was good. There is what looks like a maintenance area behind the campground so there was traffic back and forth most of the day that kicked up some dust. It was also a bit noisy. The Durango to Silverton train runs right next to the fairgrounds and that can be a bit noisy too. The Animas River trail is within walking distance. There is also a town trolley service that will take you into the main part of town. The weekends can have events going on which could make it a bit tight to get in and out with your RV. Overall, this was an ok place for a few days but it is certainly nothing fancy. It was very affordable though.

Guide to San Juan National Forest

Explore the beauty of RV camping near San Juan National Forest in Colorado, where stunning landscapes and well-equipped parks await outdoor enthusiasts.

Some prices for RV Parks range from $30 to $78

  • Enjoy a budget-friendly stay at Stoner RV Resort, where you can find full hookups and a welcoming atmosphere.
  • For a more upscale experience, consider United Campground of Durango, which offers a range of amenities including a pool and laundry facilities.
  • If you're looking for a cozy spot, Oasis RV Resort and Cottages provides beautiful views and a friendly staff, all at a reasonable price.

Big rigs should check out Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort

Enjoy fishing and hiking at Priest Gulch Campground

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need reservations for RV camping in San Juan National Forest?

Reservations are highly recommended for RV camping in San Juan National Forest, especially during peak summer months. Many developed campgrounds like Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park accept and often require reservations. Some campgrounds, particularly those in more remote areas like Lost Trail, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. During busy periods (Memorial Day through Labor Day), arriving early in the week and before noon significantly improves your chances of securing a spot without a reservation. For the most reliable access, make reservations several months in advance, especially for holiday weekends and the peak July-August season.

Are there RV hookups available in San Juan National Forest?

San Juan National Forest offers limited hookup options within its boundaries. Most forest service campgrounds provide basic amenities without utility hookups. For full hookups, look to nearby RV parks like Outback RV near Cortez, which offers full hookups with 20/30/50 amp electrical service in a convenient location for exploring the forest. Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort is another excellent option with hookups that can accommodate larger RVs up to 40 feet. For more basic options with partial hookups, La Plata County Fairgrounds offers 30 amp power and shared water connections but no sewer hookups.

What are the best RV campgrounds in San Juan National Forest?

The best RV campgrounds around San Juan National Forest offer a mix of amenities and natural beauty. Vallecito Resort near Durango provides spacious sites nestled in the forest with comprehensive amenities for RVers seeking comfort while enjoying mountain surroundings. Mancos State Park Campground offers 33 campsites around a beautiful lake with excellent fishing opportunities and peaceful settings. For those wanting proximity to Mesa Verde National Park, Mesa Verde RV Resort offers convenient access with full amenities. If you're looking for a clean, quiet option with large rig accommodation, Dolores River RV Resort provides well-maintained facilities in a scenic river setting.

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