1) Uncompahgre National Forest’s Amphitheatre Campground
Located on the side of a mountain above Ouray, CO. The campground is tightly designed with loops and 35 camping spurs among Gambel oaks and mixed conifers. There is a scenic overlook from the campground of Ouray and the “Amphitheater,” which was formed by a volcanic explosion. A nice day trip is going into Ouray for the small mountain town feel and gift shopping. There is also a public hot spring pool in Ouray. The campground is best suited for tent camping and smaller trailers/RVs (RVs can park at sites 3 through 15, take the second right and follow the “trailer” signs). Total RV length should not exceed 35 feet. This is bear country. Please practice safe food storage techniques.”
Larger RV’s & other Camping near Ouray:
2) Ouray KOA which can accomodate Big Rigs and has 50 amp full hook-ups
3) Ridgway State Park has 3 Campgrounds (about 15 miles away):
Dakota Terraces Campground
The best mountain views are found here at sites 1-79. Located in the Dutch Charlie area of the park, this campground is within walking distance of the reservoir and swim beach. All campsites here have RV electrical hookups and shared water. The three yurts are found here. The dump station is located at the entrance to the campground. This is the only area of the park with year-round RV camping.
Elk Ridge Campground
This is the most popular campground, located on the top of a mesa covered in Pinyon pine and juniper trees. Offering campsites 80-187, it is also part of the Dutch Charlie area of the park. RV campsites have electric hookups and shared water and there are 10 walk-in tent sites. The dump station is located down the hill at the entrance to the Dakota Terraces Campground.
Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Campground
Campsites 200-295 are found at the Pa-Co-Chu-Puk Campground at the north end of the park with full hookup (electric, water and sewage service). Campsites 200-280 are located close to the Uncompahgre River; some of these have beautiful views of the river. Tent campers can enjoy the 15 walk-in tent campsites, 281-295, located across the river in a secluded Ponderosa pine forest.
