The best waterfall campgrounds in Blue Mesa Reservoir

Pitch up near Blue Mesa Reservoir if you want waterfall camping with real variety. Over 800 options focus on tent sites where you can wake to rushing water and mountain air. Prices start at $60 a night, with an average around $167. Top picks? Sage View Ranch (146 reviews) puts you close to aspen groves, while Marble Mountain Yurt (113 reviews) features panoramic ridge lines. For something upscale, JuNo Farms Glamping (32 reviews) lets you sleep in style. Expect showers, campfires, and toilets at most sites. Fishing, swimming, and snow sports fill the days. You’ll find campsites tucked beside streams, perched on cliffs, or hidden in quiet valleys—all with waterfalls just a short walk away.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Blue Mesa Reservoir

Pitch up near Blue Mesa Reservoir if you want waterfall camping with real variety. Over 800 options focus on tent sites where you can wake to rushing water and mountain air. Prices start at $60 a night, with an average around $167. Top picks? Sage View Ranch (146 reviews) puts you close to aspen groves, while Marble Mountain Yurt (113 reviews) features panoramic ridge lines. For something upscale, JuNo Farms Glamping (32 reviews) lets you sleep in style. Expect showers, campfires, and toilets at most sites. Fishing, swimming, and snow sports fill the days. You’ll find campsites tucked beside streams, perched on cliffs, or hidden in quiet valleys—all with waterfalls just a short walk away.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Blue Mesa Reservoir

1. Marble Mountain Yurt

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1 site · Lodging · Marble, CO

Enjoy hut-style glamping at its finest in our modern mountain yurt. Bask in the sun and take in the stunning panoramic mountain views on our one-acre property above the quirky town of Marble, CO. With immediate access to public lands and some of the best backcountry skiing, hiking, biking, lakes, rivers, and BBQ in Colorado, there is truly something for everyone to love! The heated bathhouse features a toilet and foot pump sink. Purified drinking water is available from May - September. You must bring your own water from October - April. The kitchen features an oven/range and basic cooking and serving supplies. There is no refrigerator, so please bring your own cooler and ice. Campfires are allowed, but it is your responsibility to determine if there is a fire ban in effect. Firewood may be available or dead wood can be collected on the property. There is a picnic table nestled in the scrub oaks. We only rent one side and the entire property is private to you! We do have neighbors, but the property is pretty well tucked away. You may see the occasional vehicle or hiker on the road or hear someone doing some yard work, but it is generally very quiet and secluded at the yurt. Our neighbors have chosen to live in Marble for its privacy and tranquillity. Please show them respect by keeping the noise down and leaving them be. If you have questions or need help, call us from the yurt landline. Winter camping experience/equipment and a high-clearance 4x4 vehicle with severe snow-rated tires and chains may be required to access the yurt Oct-April. During large snow events, driving to the yurt may be impossible in any vehicle. Skiing to the yurt may be an option Dec - Feb. Gear sleds are available at the yurt for your use.

2. Sage View Ranch

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24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Paonia, CO

After traveling the US in our motorhome for almost 5 years my husband Scott and I know the value of a smiling face and a helping hand after a day (or week) of travel. Exploring and experiencing this amazing country, its diversity and incredible people enhanced our lives in so many ways. In mid 2017 we found out our first grandchild was on the way. Long story short we parked the RV and parked ourselves here in Paonia, CO. In December of that year, we moved onto this amazing property full time and started the long list of fix ups (the list is still long). lol We are blessed to have our two adult sons and (aforementioned) grandson living on this property with us. Our philosophy is to live in the moment as the present is the gift. Whether enjoying a sunrise or a sunset or anytime in between you’ll likely find us outside most days. In that, we love all that nature has to offer including fresh fruits and veggies, animals, beauty and fragrances. Sage View Ranch is being created with the desire to have people experience the natural rustic beauty and magic of Paonia. Scott and I look forward to meeting you :)

3. Gunnison National Forest

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423 sites · Crested Butte, Colorado

Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.

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4. White River National Forest

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1193 sites · Fulford, Colorado

Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.

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5. Grand Mesa National Forest

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316 sites · Cedaredge, Colorado

Escape to a high elevation forest brimming with lakes, trails, and scenic views.

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6. Rio Grande National Forest

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691 sites · Alpine, Colorado

Explore the many ecosystems of south-central Colorado in this massive national forest.

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7. Uncompahgre National Forest

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228 sites · Ophir, Colorado

Head to wild western Colorado to truly get away from it all.

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8. San Isabel National Forest

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912 sites · Smeltertown, Colorado

Walk along the footsteps of giants in this natural Rocky Mountain playground.

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Public campgrounds in and near Blue Mesa Reservoir

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Soap Creek Campground

21 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gunnison National Forest

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Big Blue Campground

11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gunnison National Forest

Almont Campground

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gunnison National Forest

Big Cimarron Campground

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uncompahgre National Forest

Beaver Lake Campground

11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uncompahgre National Forest

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Silver Jack Campground

61 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uncompahgre National Forest

Jackson Guard Station

1 site · in Uncompahgre National Forest

Spruce Campground

9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Grand Mesa National Forest

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Hidden Valley Tent Campground

4 sites · in Grand Mesa National Forest

Milky waterfalls and cascades await on the Three Lakes Loop. Embrace your inner explorer by adventuring on this short detour. (Just be careful with slippery rocks!)

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Lost Lake Campground-Paonia

18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gunnison National Forest

Granite Tent Campground

6 sites · in Grand Mesa National Forest

Deer Lakes Campground

12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gunnison National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Nancy

November 2025

With kids

2 nights at Marble Mountain Yurt

We love the yurt! It is a wonderful get-away. Comfortable and clean. Amazing views. Evan and Meg are helpful and communicate clearly.

Diana

October 2025

2 nights at Marble Mountain Yurt

The yurt was beautiful and comfortable. The outhouse was very clean as well.

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Anna

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sage View Ranch

Sage view is an amazing spot! The views were great and the amenities were sooo nice! From the sun room, to the kitchen area, to the fire ring we had everything g we needed and more. We would love to stay here again and the hosts were so amazing!

Allie

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Marble Mountain Yurt

This was a beautiful and secluded plot of land. The yurt had everything we needed! Beds were comfy. We very much enjoyed our time here. To quote my friend “I’d do that trip 100 times over again”.

Andy

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Marble Mountain Yurt

My partner, dogs and I absolutely loved this Yurt! In addition to the amazing view, there is so much intention in the design and layout of the place. It has a decent lawn with yard games, hammocks and a fire pit plus easy access to the exterior bathroom (which was so cozy and smelt lovely being it is a compost toilet). The Yurt itself was to well designed. All the appliances and fixtures were easy to use when following the meticulous directions in the guidebook (photos were super helpful). We had such a great time playing games and getting cozy in the yurt, eating meals on the patio amongst the mountain backdrop and also exploring Marble and hiking around to see views, waterfalls and the quarry. Definitely would go again!!

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Patty

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Marble Mountain Yurt

This yurt was so well done. If you’re looking to get away and be in nature this is the place for you! Meg and Evan checked in to make sure we were all set up for our stay and had everything really nicely laid out so we had zero questions. We are looking forward to staying again! Our dogs had a blast running around and exploring the tiny town of marble.

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Stephanie

February 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Marble Mountain Yurt

Beautiful spot with gorgeous views. Felt like a luxury yurt based on having heat, electricity and a bathroom. Great space that comfortability fit everyone and was super cozy.

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Nancy

November 2024

With kids

2 nights at Marble Mountain Yurt

Fantastic location with a lovely view. Clean and well organized yurt. We had a great time.