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Campers can hike, fish, and enjoy water sports at Colorado’s largest lake.  

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Bear springs

1 site ¡ RV35 acres ¡ Durango, CO
Beautiful mountain views, trails and only 10 minutes to downtown Durango! 35 acre gated community property with miles of private trails to explore. Friendly pets welcome. Complementary firewood fire restrictions permitting. Owners live on property and are available to help or answer questions. Great setup and location.
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Fourth Sister Farm

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ CO
Ten acres overlook the La Plata Mountains outside of Durango, CO. My small farm borders pinyon forest and rings with crickets, redwing blackbirds, and chorus frogs. You can find shady spots in the Forest, the orchard, or enjoy the view from the clearing. The irrigation ditch offers fun for dogs and ambient sounds. This is a working farm, and we are often in the greenhouse and garden. Leashes dogs only to protect wildlife and chickens! You’re likely to see deer, raccoons, foxes, hawks, hummingbirds, and maybe a skunk!
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Juniper Moon Farm

1 site ¡ RV4 acres ¡ Durango, CO
We are a small start up homestead situated on 4 acres in Durango, Co. The drive to town is about 20 mins where you will find everything you need including tons of outdoor adventures (hiking, rafting, rock climbing, mountain bike trails!) There is a community pond and river within walking distance from our property. Currently we are offering 120v electric hookup and you can fill your fresh water tank. We do not have a sewer dump at this time. We are a busy family working to grow our homestead. Please reach with any questions and to book. ***We can only accept fully self-contained RVs with a bathroom inside***
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Mountain View Campground

50 sites ¡ RVs, Tents33 acres ¡ Aztec, NM
Learn more about this land:Enjoy majestic sunrise and sunset views as you bask in the relaxed atmosphere. Mountain biking is available at the edge of the property. Horseshoes is available onsite. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, motocross, natural arches, and so much more are just a short drive away!
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Echo Canyon Reservoir Camping

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ CO
Beautiful forest with 5 acres of land to camp, the area is mostly flat with a secluded feel, great views available with a very short 5 minute hike. There is a reservoir that is a nice hike down and a river that is on the other side that can be walked to, but its steep and a good half mile away! This river leads to a hot springs resort that is pretty awesome but is a whole separate company. We're excited to host you! Pagosa Springs downtown and hot springs are about a 10-15 minute drive from the site. This is not a commercial property. This is an RV dry camping site so please remain self-contained and pack out whatever you pack in! No open campfires, gas stoves and enclosed fires are allowed when no fire ban.
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Flying Pig Mountain Lodge

2 sites ¡ RVs10 acres ¡ Pagosa Springs, CO
An breathtaking property at 8,000 feet on top of mountain overlooking the San Juan Valley in SW Colorado. The stunning views wil likely be one of top of your entire life. You will commanding views of the San Juan Mts. & the Continental Divide. You are surrounded by Ponderosa Pines & wildflowers
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Reset Wild U Can

6 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Navajo Dam, NM
5 beautiful acres 4 miles N of the marina at Navajo lake tucked only .4 of a mile from the Hwy and hidden behind the hundreds of cedar and pinion trees. It's beautiful location offers limitless mountain biking trails, endless blue skies and has room for all your outdoor activity equipment. We have room for your boat, atv and RV.
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Eagle Ridge Luxury Camps

3 sites ¡ Lodging21 acres ¡ Navajo Dam, NM
Each luxury tent is fully furnished with plush bedding , seating , cooler with ice, power box , walkie talkies and are privately located on the property . Learn more about this land: Spend an enchanting evening Glamping under the stars at one of our beautiful Luxury camps . Each camp has their own unique beauty. Take your outdoor experience to the next level with a private Moon Charging Bath (prices not included ) or a evening dessert overlooking the beautiful lake or river below. Enjoy early morning paddle boarding and many other outdoor activities and experiences here at our camps .
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Grizzly Peak Ranch

1 site ¡ RV, Tent40 acres ¡ Hesperus, CO
Located in southwest colorado the Grizzly Peak Ranch is a beautiful 40 acre piece of land.  Home to a fun loving family, horses, and dogs!  We have seen Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, Coyotes, and even Mountain Lions on this property!  Close enough to town and it's conveniences- but far enough away you won't hear or see a soul.Learn more about this land:Located an easy 15 minutes from down town Durango this beautiful property offers guaranteed privacy and secluded camping- you will be the only campers on the sprawling 40 acre property, with convenient access to all that Durango has to offer, and just 10 minutes from Lake Nighthorse- great for fishing, paddle boarding, canoeing, etc. Come pitch your tent or park your camper in the pinon and juniper trees, with magnificent views of the la plata mountains.  Abundant wildlife, magnificent stars, quiet seclusion.
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CPC Navajo Camp NM #10-4

1 site ¡ RV2 acres ¡ Navajo Dam, NM
This was an old BLM subdivision many years back, pretty secluded and dry land.Learn more about this land:Near by Navajo Lake New Mexico Marina offers fishing San Juan river, know for its fantastic Fly fishing. The SW Colorado area is north about 20 minutes and is known for hiking, fishing, boating, climbing, rafting. This is a camp Secluded camp spot in the high desert cedar and pinon trees next to BLM land. There is NO utilities on site!! It is a remote location, peaceful, and scenic. About 15 minutes to Navajo City where the nearest services are located. The Navajo Marina also offers some services during the boating season. This is a great place to stop and stay if you are looking for remote desert area with rocking beauty around you.
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Camp Summit

1 site ¡ RV95 acres ¡ Durango, CO
Immerse yourself in nature's embrace as you find nothing but forest, endless and serene. If you're fond of scenic vistas, this site awaits you at the edge of the tree line, offering an expansive view that stretches beyond. Venture along game trails or hiking paths that crisscross the property, and with a little exploration, discover a hidden meadow nestled within the woods. The location is also a prime spot for observing hawks gracefully ride the winds. Set on a wooded mountainside, the site gazes out over Durango valley, promising breathtaking views. Over 95 acres of undisturbed forest and game trails beckon you to explore. Begin your journey with an easy-to-moderate trailhead found at the base of the driveway. For those seeking water adventures, Lemon and Vallecito reservoirs are a mere 30 minutes away, while the heart of downtown Durango is a convenient 10-15 minute drive down the road.
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Linda M.’s Santa Rita Ranch

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Durango, CO
Santa Rita Ranch is located in a rural, agricultural valley south of Durango, Colorado.  Originally a dairy and hay farm, the Mannix's raised all organic beef in the past.  Currently it operates as a hay farm and Linda has three horses and three donkeys.  Very quiet rural area with plenty of open space. Elevation 6,000 ft.Learn more about this land:The 40 acre Santa Rita Ranch has hayfields, irrigation and plenty of room to camp. Located 20 minutes south of Durango Colorado it is quiet and peaceful. Good internet access!  Porta potty available. Only 20 minutes to two wineries: Foxfire Farms in Ignacio, CO and Wines of the San Juans near Aztec, NM.  Paddleboarding and windsurfing on Lake Nighthorse. Lots of mountain bike trails near Durango and good road biking on our CR 213. Canyon hiking direct from the ranch. Horses and donkeys available to pet.  Horse boarding available for those traveling with their equine friends.
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The best camping near Navajo State Park guide

Overview

About

The 15,000-acre Navajo Reservoir, which flows over the Colorado–New Mexico state line, is the lifeblood of Navajo State Park. You can’t visit this park without getting on the water, whether setting sail on a boat cruise, zipping along the shore on jet-skis or water-skis, or fishing for catfish, crappie, and bass. Trails run along the San Juan River for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders, while the Sambrito Wetlands area is a hot spot for bird-watching. Campers have plenty of options, from full hook-up RV sites to primitive tent campsites, or you can anchor your houseboat at the marina.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for lakeside views: Tiffany Campground has RV sites and cabins, plus six walk-in tent sites looking out over the lake.  
  • Best for RVs: Rosa Campground has 39 sites, all with electric, water, and sewer hook-ups.
  • Best for self-sufficient campers: Windsurf Beach Campground has primitive sites for tents and small RVs away from the crowds.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve one of the park’s 138 campsites or three log cabins via the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website. 
  2. Campsite reservations open six months in advance, and all sites can be reserved, including primitive campsites.
  3. The park sees some 300,000 annual visitors, so campsites can book up fast. Book as early as possible, especially if visiting during peak season (April to November) or on holiday weekends.

When to go

Navajo State Park is open year-round, but peak season runs from April through November. Come in spring when wildflowers brighten up the hiking trails, plan a summer visit to make the most of water sports on the lake, or enjoy boating and angling from spring through fall (the boat ramp is from December through February). All campsites except Arboles Point are open through winter, but off-season campers must be self-contained.

Know before you go

  • Navajo State Park is located 42 miles southeast of Durango, about a 50-minute drive away along Highway 151. The park lies just north of the Colorado-New Mexico state line.
  • Facilities include a visitor center, restrooms, boat and watercraft rentals, boat ramps, and a dump station. All facilities close from December through March; however, the vault toilet at the primitive campgrounds stays open.
  • Fires are permitted only in park-provided grills, and complete fire bans are possible during dry periods. 
  • You can bring your own boats and watercraft, but you must follow state laws for both Colorado and New Mexico. Swimming is not permitted on the Colorado side of the lake. 
  • Wheelchair-accessible campsites can be found at the Tiffany, Carracas, and Rosa campgrounds.

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