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Angel Creek Campground

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About

National Forest

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests

Thistledown Campground is adjacent to the historic site of Thistledown and the Weehawken Trailhead in Canyon Creek near Ouray, CO. There are 9 designated campsites with tent pads and fire rings/grills. A vault restroom and trash service is available. There is no water. This campground is heavily used by people planning to hike into Mount Sneffles & on other nearby trails, enjoying the wildflowers in Yankee Boy Basin or driving on the local jeep trails. Tent camping is recommended.

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Site Types

Tent Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
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Features

For Campers

Picnic Table
Phone Service
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Pull-Through Sites
Big Rig Friendly

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Ben R.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2022

Convenient and beautiful!

Went on Memorial Day weekend 2022. All spots were filled but we arrived at just the right time to snag one as another group was leaving. Seemed like 10-12 spots on the campground. Most had bear boxes, we actually moved from our original site to a different one closer to the beautiful sounding river to get a bear box. Nice sized camp spots. I was told the bathroom was gross so I didn’t even try going in there after watching a bunch of people open the door and walk out without use… $10 self pay at the entrance. So worth it! Great access to trails around the site and conveniently 10 minutes outside of downtown ouray!

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Month of VisitJune

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Jacob B.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 5, 2021

It was clean and close to town

Great spot for jeeping The area was clean and quiet

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Month of VisitSeptember

Liz C.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 24, 2021

Beautiful scenery

Didn't think was open according to Google maps but totally is. $10 a night, cozy little sites with plenty of space. Great bathrooms , no exactly running water but water towards the entrance next to the river.

Month of VisitAugust

Location

Angel Creek Campground is located in Colorado

Directions

Travel south on Colorado State Highway 550 from Ouray, CO. Turn right (west) at end of town on County Road 361 (Canyon Creek Road). Turn left at campground sign.