Purgatoire Riverbottom

Private River Camping. Teepee now available for an additional fee. We are in the city limits so ground / open wood fires are not permitted. Covered charcoal and Gas Grills only. We are walking distance from historical downtown Trinidad with many of its dispensaries, stores and restaurants. Reservations and cancellations are the responsibility of the camper and performed through hipcamp.. THESE ARE UNDEVELOPED, RUGGED CAMP AREAS WITH UNEVEN TRAILS AND DENSE BRUSH IN PLACES. OUR CAMP IS DELIBERATLY PRESERVED, DESIG FOR PRIVACY AND RECOMMENDED FOR MORE EXPERIENCED OR ADVENTUROUS CAMPERS. Our camp areas are surrounded by raw, undisturbed, wooded areas as nature designed them. This 1/4 mile stretch of river is also stocked with rainbow trout. Camp areas 1 and 2 are designed for one or two 3-person tents. Camp area 3 is slightly larger. Camp area 4 is the furthest, most remote and largest camp area available. It's about 500 feet from the parking area. Camp areas 1-4 are riverside and approximately 200 feet from parking and only accessible by walking one of our two camp trails. Camp areas 5 and 6 are larger sites and located in between the river and parking area. The entrance to camp area 6 is marked with an old rusted out t.v. and a rusted wheel and tire. Some find it humorous or even symbolic of their adventure. We refer to it as the retro site. Camp areas 7-10 are directly roadside, but drop down from the tree line into the woods. All sites are unique. There is a shared riverside area with waterfalls and swim area. Children 12 and under should wear life vest when near the river and be supervised at all times. Please be respectful of rock stacks, waterfalls and other campers. We stay on location to help in any way. The woods are somewhat isolated and not what one would expect given its very close proximity to downtown. We have a porta pottie and water is available at the house. We have added a 20 foot Teepee to encourage winter camping. Two 3 person tents are available to be set up within the Teepee. We are at a high altitude so remember to keep a beverage on you and stay hydrated. 420 friendly. We give everyone their space, but often end up wishing we had more time to hang out with the friends we make. Great place to get away and immerse yourself in nature without giving up access to the local amenities. If you leave bags of treats out, there is a possibility that the Raccoons may drag it off and leave packages everywhere. Gummies Bears are their favorite. If you see trash, please contribute or point it out right away so we can dispose of it. Glass was dumped here back around 50 years ago. Most isn't sharp. We continuously pick it up, but rains expose new pieces. We have never been cut and aren't very cautious. Just recommend being mindful. The river is usually down and clear, but higher and sandy in early spring. Views of Simpson's Rest and Fisher's Peak round out the Trinidad river camping experience. Simpsons Rest is public access and a must see! 😎👍