- Hot Spring Camping
The best hot spring camping near Dove Creek
98% (138) • 281 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Dove Creek
Canyon Trails Ranch
1. Canyon Trails Ranch
100%
(104)
30mi from Dove Creek · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The homestead was built in 1911 and was one of the original postal pickups in the area. The ranch is located between Mesa Verde National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and backs up to Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. Our family has lived in McElmo Canyon for over 40 years and the campground has hosted camping and outdoor educational groups since 1965. We are a family run ranch with an operating hay farm, horseback riding business, and carriage shop.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$45
/ night
Summit @ 7450’ Fullhookup camping!
2. Summit @ 7450’ Fullhookup camping!
97%
(15)
37mi from Dove Creek · 1 site · Tent, RV
Hi! What makes us special?
Welcome to the forest!
Our property is on 3 wooded acres of tall Ponderosa Pines, we offer a full hookup fenced camp site, with private driveway off the main road.
We are a small homestead and raise free range chickens and have a large garden and greenhouse.
You will enjoy your own fire pit, and private fenced acre or so of space.
PLEASE NOTE: Some reviews reflect a time when we rented our personal RV out in this space-It is now just an RV space.
We are a short drive into the San Juan Mountains, 20 mins from Mesa Verde bring your JEEP or ATV and explore the many historical mines. If you would like a guided tour, just ask us! We are almost always up for a ride! (Added bonus, Doug is geologist and can give you the ROCK history.)
Mountain bikers, this is your dream! We are a short drive to Phil's world and Boggy draw riding areas. Your bikes will be safe locked or unlocked to the RV.
We have excellent Verizon phone service and do provide onsite Starlink WIFI.
Summit lake is 1/4 mile away, a short and easy walk. Great fishing and a nice beach.
We have many surrounding trails for some great hikes!
Ideal home base for visits to Mesa Verde National Park, Phil's World and Boggy Draw (mountain biking), Hovenweep National Monument, Canyon of the Ancients and so much more!
We are 40 mins to Durango, 90 mins to Telluride (take the FREE gondola for a super fun beautiful ride), 20 mins to Cortez. Delicious food can be found in our local restaurants in Mancos and Dolores.
In the winter Purgatory Ski Resort is just over an hour. Come play in the Rocky Mountains!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$65
/ night
Lazy Rooster Ranch
3. Lazy Rooster Ranch
97%
(104)
48mi from Dove Creek · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
The ranch was the site of a sawmill in the early 1900s when the old Rio Grande Southern and Galloping Goose Railroads ran through the property along the Dolores River. All that’s left now is a little shack in the middle of the meadow and some remnants of the railroad tracks in the river.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
San Juan National Forest
4. San Juan National Forest
97%
(41)
National forest 64mi from Dove Creek · 696 sites
Hike through the rugged wilderness or take a scenic drive in this expansive national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Uncompahgre National Forest
5. Uncompahgre National Forest
85%
(23)
National forest 56mi from Dove Creek · 228 sites
Head to wild western Colorado to truly get away from it all.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Dunton Hot Springs
6. Dunton Hot Springs
44mi from Dove Creek
Dunton Hot Springs Resort stands out as a unique destination, blending the charm of a romantic ghost town with the luxury of modern accommodations, all set against the stunning backdrop of the San Juan Mountains in the Colorado Rockies. This extraordinary alpine valley offers guests an unforgettable experience, combining rustic elegance with exclusive hospitality and an authentic glamping adventure.
Accommodating up to 44 guests, Dunton Hot Springs features thirteen beautifully furnished luxury cabins, ranging from one to five bedrooms. Each hand-hewn log cabin is exquisitely decorated, providing a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. Guests can indulge in gourmet meals at the life-worn saloon, explore lung-busting trails, and unwind with pampering massages, all while enjoying the soothing hot springs nestled beneath glistening snowbanks. Although the ghost town is free of cell phone service, high-speed wireless internet is available in every cabin, ensuring connectivity when needed.
An exceptional addition to the Dunton experience is the Dunton River Camp, which offers eight luxurious prospector-style tents, each equipped with en-suite bathrooms. Located at Cresto Ranch, a historic cattle ranch from the late 1800s, the camp is surrounded by approximately 500 acres of picturesque fields, meadows, and forests.
98% (138) • 281 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Dove Creek
Canyon Trails Ranch
1. Canyon Trails Ranch
100%
(104)
30mi from Dove Creek · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The homestead was built in 1911 and was one of the original postal pickups in the area. The ranch is located between Mesa Verde National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and backs up to Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. Our family has lived in McElmo Canyon for over 40 years and the campground has hosted camping and outdoor educational groups since 1965. We are a family run ranch with an operating hay farm, horseback riding business, and carriage shop.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$45
/ night
Summit @ 7450’ Fullhookup camping!
2. Summit @ 7450’ Fullhookup camping!
97%
(15)
37mi from Dove Creek · 1 site · Tent, RV
Hi! What makes us special?
Welcome to the forest!
Our property is on 3 wooded acres of tall Ponderosa Pines, we offer a full hookup fenced camp site, with private driveway off the main road.
We are a small homestead and raise free range chickens and have a large garden and greenhouse.
You will enjoy your own fire pit, and private fenced acre or so of space.
PLEASE NOTE: Some reviews reflect a time when we rented our personal RV out in this space-It is now just an RV space.
We are a short drive into the San Juan Mountains, 20 mins from Mesa Verde bring your JEEP or ATV and explore the many historical mines. If you would like a guided tour, just ask us! We are almost always up for a ride! (Added bonus, Doug is geologist and can give you the ROCK history.)
Mountain bikers, this is your dream! We are a short drive to Phil's world and Boggy draw riding areas. Your bikes will be safe locked or unlocked to the RV.
We have excellent Verizon phone service and do provide onsite Starlink WIFI.
Summit lake is 1/4 mile away, a short and easy walk. Great fishing and a nice beach.
We have many surrounding trails for some great hikes!
Ideal home base for visits to Mesa Verde National Park, Phil's World and Boggy Draw (mountain biking), Hovenweep National Monument, Canyon of the Ancients and so much more!
We are 40 mins to Durango, 90 mins to Telluride (take the FREE gondola for a super fun beautiful ride), 20 mins to Cortez. Delicious food can be found in our local restaurants in Mancos and Dolores.
In the winter Purgatory Ski Resort is just over an hour. Come play in the Rocky Mountains!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$65
/ night
Lazy Rooster Ranch
3. Lazy Rooster Ranch
97%
(104)
48mi from Dove Creek · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
The ranch was the site of a sawmill in the early 1900s when the old Rio Grande Southern and Galloping Goose Railroads ran through the property along the Dolores River. All that’s left now is a little shack in the middle of the meadow and some remnants of the railroad tracks in the river.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
San Juan National Forest
4. San Juan National Forest
97%
(41)
National forest 64mi from Dove Creek · 696 sites
Hike through the rugged wilderness or take a scenic drive in this expansive national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Uncompahgre National Forest
5. Uncompahgre National Forest
85%
(23)
National forest 56mi from Dove Creek · 228 sites
Head to wild western Colorado to truly get away from it all.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Dunton Hot Springs
6. Dunton Hot Springs
44mi from Dove Creek
Dunton Hot Springs Resort stands out as a unique destination, blending the charm of a romantic ghost town with the luxury of modern accommodations, all set against the stunning backdrop of the San Juan Mountains in the Colorado Rockies. This extraordinary alpine valley offers guests an unforgettable experience, combining rustic elegance with exclusive hospitality and an authentic glamping adventure.
Accommodating up to 44 guests, Dunton Hot Springs features thirteen beautifully furnished luxury cabins, ranging from one to five bedrooms. Each hand-hewn log cabin is exquisitely decorated, providing a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. Guests can indulge in gourmet meals at the life-worn saloon, explore lung-busting trails, and unwind with pampering massages, all while enjoying the soothing hot springs nestled beneath glistening snowbanks. Although the ghost town is free of cell phone service, high-speed wireless internet is available in every cabin, ensuring connectivity when needed.
An exceptional addition to the Dunton experience is the Dunton River Camp, which offers eight luxurious prospector-style tents, each equipped with en-suite bathrooms. Located at Cresto Ranch, a historic cattle ranch from the late 1800s, the camp is surrounded by approximately 500 acres of picturesque fields, meadows, and forests.
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ana
July 2025
With kids
Amazing people and wonderful location. Absolutely stunning views and the chuck wagon kitchen was super fun.
We had a medical emergency come up and made last minute changes, everyone was super nice and understanding about the situation.
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Sarah
May 2025
Tent
We had a great time camping at Rodney and family’s site. The bath house was clean and it was great to be able to shower after hiking. The location is quiet at night and the stars are beautiful. It is also right next door to the canyon of the ancients.
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Kristen
April 2025
37 ft travel trailer
This is by far my favorite spot I’ve ever stayed at in my RV, not only is it absolutely beautiful but the hosts are so welcoming and friendly and on top of anything you may need. You can tell how much they love this land and truly how much they care about it. Would absolutely stay here again!
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Cheryl
April 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
It's almost like glamping in the wilderness canyon with ALL the electric and water, flush toilet, cooking area (except you have to cook your own meals). Rodney is a great and kind host- makes you feel more relaxed just talking with him! Beautiful views of Ute Mountain.
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Delise
March 2025
24 ft travel trailer
I loved camping here! We were the only ones there. It was quiet, and lovely. Rodney was very welcoming. The shower house was a hike, but cozy. The grounds were beautiful. I would certainly stay here again. There is no Wi-Fi, or cell phone service, and it was glorious to be off the grid!
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John
December 2024
Tent
Unfortunately we had an emergency and didn't get to stay. But they were very understanding and got us our refund. We hope to stay here in the future when we return to Mesa Verde because they were very nice and communicated well beforehand.
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