Best Campgrounds near Somerset, CO

Camping areas near Somerset, Colorado range from established RV parks to primitive tent sites across a varied landscape of river valleys and mountain terrain. Lost Lake Campground, located in Somerset itself, operates from June to October and offers tent and RV options with boat-in access. Several mixed-use campgrounds including Kebler Corner provide cabins alongside traditional camping, situated along rivers and near hiking trails. The North Fork Valley area contains Paradise Campground and Rentals, which features cabin rentals alongside traditional camping sites, while Sage View Ranch offers eclectic accommodations including converted buses and tipis.

Primitive sites throughout the region remain accessible primarily during summer months, with most campgrounds closing by late October. "The location is perfect, dark sky to admire the stars," noted a visitor to Sage View Ranch, highlighting the area's remote qualities. Somerset's camping areas sit at higher elevations, resulting in cooler temperatures even during summer months, while monsoon storms can affect outdoor activities from July through September. Cell service remains limited or non-existent at many campgrounds, with Kebler Corner among the few offering WiFi access. Road access varies considerably, with some campgrounds requiring travel on gravel forest roads, particularly those near Kebler Pass that connect Somerset to Crested Butte.

River access represents a significant attraction for campers in the Somerset area. According to one camper at Kebler Corner, "It is right on the river so my husband was happy to be able to fish right behind our RV." Many developed campgrounds near Somerset feature riverside sites with concrete pads for easy leveling. Several visitors mentioned proximity to outdoor recreation as a key benefit of the region's camping areas. The North Fork Valley campgrounds provide convenient access to nearby towns including Paonia and Hotchkiss, allowing campers to explore local wineries and produce stands. While some campgrounds offer full amenities including showers and electric hookups, others maintain a more primitive experience with vault toilets and minimal facilities, giving campers options based on their preferred comfort level.

Best Camping Sites Near Somerset, Colorado (257)

    1. Bogan Flats Campground Grp S

    27 Reviews
    Marble, CO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 927-0107

    $32 - $166 / night

    "Every year, my family (+- 10 people) heads somewhere in Colorado to camp over Labor Day. This year we headed up to Marble, CO and stayed at the Bogan Flats campground."

    "Lovely quite campground in the woods next to a river. We stayed on the side away from the river and I wish we had stayed on the river side, but it was still fantastic."

    2. Lost Lake Campground

    14 Reviews
    Crested Butte, CO
    14 miles
    Website

    "Lost Lake Campground near Crested Butte, Colorado, is a hidden gem that combines serene alpine beauty with a peaceful camping experience."

    "There are some reserve able sites near the lake, and some first come/first serve sites as well. Also dispersed camping on the way up to the campground."

    3. Kebler Corner

    5 Reviews
    Somerset, CO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 929-5029

    $35 - $725 / night

    "It is quiet and peaceful next to the roaring of the river. Perfectly situated between Paonia (Big B’s cider) and Kebler pass leading to Crested Butte."

    "The tent spots were in a different area on the other side of the property a little away from the busier parts."

    4. South Rim Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

    67 Reviews
    Montrose, CO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 249-1914

    $20 - $34 / night

    "The South Rim Campground is similar to other national park campground in that it provides convenient access to park activities and trails, but it stands apart due to the fact that the camping fees are"

    "Most of the outer sites are tucked into the forest so there is a decent level of privacy. Lots of deer frequent the area, we saw several on each trip."

    5. Gunnison National Forest Lake Irwin Campground

    21 Reviews
    Crested Butte, CO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 349-6348

    $24 / night

    "Just a short drive from downtown CB, lake Irwin is absolutely gorgeous. Situated on the lake with stunning mountain views in every direction."

    "Amazing spot to spend the weekend with incredible views outside of our tent. Maybe 1/2mile walk maximum to the lake."

    6. Paonia State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Somerset, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 921-5721

    $18 - $36 / night

    "As we were leaving the campground, we realized several of the cows had walked through our campsite to drink from the reservoir."

    "We pulled in for the night after a long day of driving.  The place was completely empty.  Everything seems newly constructed.  The pit toilet was spotless and empty.  "

    7. Iron Creek Campground — Crawford State Park

    15 Reviews
    Crawford, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 921-5721

    $36 / night

    "Great view of the lake but the lake level was down so we weren't as close as you could be but still a great lake & mountain view. I have Verizon I had 2 to 3 bars & could stream Pandora."

    "Many vineyards close by. Joe Cocker (rock singer) had a ranch nearby."

    8. Sage View Ranch

    3 Reviews
    Paonia, CO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 522-2210

    "Breathing mountain views, walking distance to the town and wine tasting, hanging with goats and chickens, peaceful, safe and definitely relaxing."

    "Location is hard to beat."

    9. The Campground at Big B’s Delicious Orchards

    6 Reviews
    Paonia, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 527-1110

    $25 - $170 / night

    "Campsites are a small piece of grassy area next to a pond or on an outside loop. Portable toilets only. Traffic noise at night."

    "Our only complaint was that it was quite hot (topped out near 100 degrees)."

    10. Paradise Campground and Rentals

    3 Reviews
    Gunnison National Forest, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 929-5006

    $20 - $110 / night

    "I love to come up here to get away from the real world. It is so peaceful up here and the people around are so great! The owners are beyond amazing!!"

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Recent Reviews near Somerset, CO

1320 Reviews of 257 Somerset Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2025

    Flat Tops OHV Area

    Quite with great views

    Tons of parking spots with expansive views. City lights in the valley but dark and peaceful on the hill. Other people were respectful and no road noise. Slept in my truck and was perfect!

  • MP M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

    Right outside the National Park Entrance

    A few easy spots right off main road and then it gets real tight and 4WD

  • RGR D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Harvey Gap BLM Dispersed

    Quiet and easy to find

    This is a very nice rest overnight-point but would not be a “destination” location given its adjacency to private property. Good place for a night though!

  • Hillary B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Oh Be Joyful Campground

    Beautiful quiet campground

    This is a beautiful small campground with great trails nearby. Feels far from town, but really it's just a 20ish min drive into Crested Butte. There are also trails to bike or run into town. We filled water here. https://townofcrestedbutte.colorado.gov/rv-dump-station

    Docked it a star because the host really isn't around much. She was on site just one of our 4 days there. We talked to cyclists who spend a lot of time there and it sounds like that's about typical for her. It didn't impact our stay, but some others were complaining that someone else was occupying their spot despite them having a reservation. Since nobody is there to monitor, they get a lot of squatters.

  • Michael S.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    BLM Cottonwood Grove Campground

    Cottonwood Campground

    The road here is a bit rough but it is manageable for most vehicles its just sections that are rocky, the campsite is awesome you get some signal a bathroom lots of trails on the road and there's a river right beside you. Also firepits and not busy at all. There is no water hookup but thats fine

  • Katharina J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Dry Creek Ditch Camp off Forest Road 90

    Good for a night

    The space directly after the hairpin turn was taken so I stayed further up directly off the road, space for 2 or 3. Some traffic, but quiet at night. Exposed to wind, some trash & a firering made out of stones.

  • j
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Island Acres Section Camping — James M. Robb Colorado River State Park

    Loud

    This is a beautiful location right on the Colorado river. My girlfriend and I decided it would be a beautiful place to camp and we were only 20 feet from the river. There was a beautiful cliff on the other side of the river. There was a beautiful cliff behind us. Unfortunately, we discovered that we were about 100 feet from a railroad track on the other side of the river. Trains went by all night every half hour or so. On the back side was I-70. Semi trucks went by all night long. In the middle of the night we had jets flying directly overhead. Being as we were between two cliffs, we were sleeping in a giant echo chamber. It was, without a doubt, the loudest campground I have ever been in. If you want a good night’s sleep, I would suggest you find a campsite elsewhere.

  • Ciara W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Hartman Rocks Recreation Area

    Barely made it to the entrance

    The uphill to get to the camping in a 2WD van was not easy. It’s very steep and with the sun setting we couldn’t see the road and just floored it hoping we’d make it to the top without crashing… turned around and left immediately. Van lifers beware. We came when it was dry. Definitely do not come in the rain or snow.


Guide to Somerset

Somerset camping areas sit at elevations between 7,000-10,000 feet, creating a distinct high-country experience with temperatures that can drop below freezing even in summer. The North Fork Valley's weather patterns bring monsoon rainfall primarily in late afternoons during July and August. Most campgrounds open late May through mid-October, with primitive sites remaining accessible as late as early November depending on snowfall.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Bogan Flats Campground, the Crystal River provides excellent trout fishing directly from multiple sites. "We had space 21, right on the river - and it was wonderful. Pull through and easy walking distance to the restroom but not too close," notes Carrie H. Many campers report catching trout throughout summer months.

Hiking trail access: From Lake Irwin Campground, multiple trails extend into the surrounding mountains. "There is a lot of hiking in the area. Loved it!" shares Carol O. The campground connects to the Dyke Trailhead, offering a "13+ mile beautiful mountain biking/hiking trail" according to Katelyn M.

Dark sky stargazing: Somerset's remote location creates exceptional night sky viewing conditions. "The stars were beautiful," reports Bendee Z. from Bogan Flats. Several campgrounds sit at higher elevations with minimal light pollution, making astronomy activities particularly rewarding from June through September.

What campers like

River sounds: The rushing water creates natural white noise at riverside sites. "Sleeping next to the roar of the river was wonderful," explains Martine C. about her stay at Bogan Flats. Many campers specifically request riverside sites for this feature.

Wildlife viewing: The area supports diverse wildlife populations visible from campsites. "We saw some wild turkeys and deer up there," reports Nicole D. from Bogan Flats. At Crawford State Park, campers can "watch beavers swimming in and out of the marsh in the evening," according to Reames C.

Local dining options: Several nearby towns offer dining worth the drive from camp. "Don't miss Slow Grovin' for some great BBQ!" advises Mitch K. about restaurants in Marble, while Amy S. notes the Somerset area is "a little far away from civilization/stores, which is exactly what we were looking for."

What you should know

Road conditions: Access to many campgrounds requires travel on unpaved roads. "The road is a bit rough with tight turns for the last 2 miles, so your 40' trailer might be challenging," warns Jerry R. about Lost Lake Campground. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for accessing primitive sites.

Temperature variations: Mountain elevations create significant day-to-night temperature swings. "It did get coooold during early June, bring a good sleeping bag and warm clothes!!" advises Amy S. about Bogan Flats. Nighttime temperatures regularly drop below 40°F even in July.

Reservation requirements: Most established campgrounds require advance planning. "We came on a Friday around 3pm and got a site. Apparently we got lucky," shares Ann E. about Lost Lake Campground. Sites with electricity or riverside views typically book 3-6 months in advance.

Tips for camping with families

Activity options: Big B's Delicious Orchards offers family-friendly camping with built-in entertainment. "Our kids aged 8 and 11 absolutely loved the big tree swings," shares Greg. The campground features "a playground and some activities in a covered space like velcro axe throwing and corn hole," according to Jeane L.

Site selection strategies: Choose sites based on your family's specific needs. "I feel like most of the spots are more suited for RVs and not tents, but we made it work," explains Dorinda H. about Crawford State Park. Families often prefer sites near bathrooms but away from high-traffic areas.

Weather preparation: Pack for rapid weather changes typical of mountain environments. "We had a wild thunder, lightning and wind storm with violent downdrafts—typical for this country," reports Deborah D. from South Rim Campground. Families should bring rain gear year-round.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Kebler Corner offers full-service RV sites with modern amenities. "The angled spots and strategic landscaping help too," explains Jeane L. about site design, noting that sites include "level pads" that accommodate various RV sizes.

Site leveling considerations: Pay attention to pad construction when selecting sites. "It was a concrete pad so easy to level," reports Tarrah about Kebler Corner's RV sites. Many campgrounds feature gravel sites requiring additional leveling equipment.

Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds provide sanitary facilities. "The bathrooms were in bad shape," warns Ali W. about Paonia State Park. RVers should plan to use dump stations in nearby towns like Hotchkiss (15 minutes from Paradise Campground) or bring portable waste tanks for longer stays.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Somerset, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Somerset, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 257 campgrounds and RV parks near Somerset, CO and 53 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Somerset, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Somerset, CO is Bogan Flats Campground Grp S with a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Somerset, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 53 free dispersed camping spots near Somerset, CO.

What parks are near Somerset, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Somerset, CO that allow camping, notably Gunnison National Forest and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.