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Camping near Durango with fishing

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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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Animas River Valley red cliffs

1 site ¡ RV, Tent5 acres ¡ Durango, CO
Pitch your tent or park in the upper pasture and enjoy the view of the Animas Valley. Just 8 miles north of Durango off of the million dollar highway. Across the road from Honeyville and across the river from fun at the Bar D  Ranch or James Ranch Harvest Grille.  Durango Mountain Resort is just up the road.  Horses and cattle grazing in the pasture below and the apple trees and the honey bees are in full production this year.  No other view like it of the Mission Ridge red cliffs with the silhouettes and glow at sunset.  At night you may hear the Animas River below or some animal sounds. Name the constellations among the amazing view of the stars! Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent or park in the "sloped" pasture and enjoy the view of the Animas Valley. Just 8 miles north of Durango off of the million dollar highway. Across the highway from Honeyville and across the river from fun at the Bar D  Ranch or James Ranch Harvest Grille.  Durango Mountain Resort is just up the road.  Horses and cattle grazing in the pasture below and the apple trees and the honey bees are in full production.  Mission Ridge red cliffs with the mysterious silhouettes and glow at sunset.  At night you may hear the Animas River below or some animal sounds. Name the constellations among the amazing view of the stars! Please provide what you will be driving and camping in, along with guesstimate of your arrival time for a quick booking response. Safe travels.  
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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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$40
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The Flower Hut at Fox Den

1 site ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Durango, CO
Come enjoy glamping and good vibes at the The Flower Hut! Located within 5 miles of downtown Durango and 1 mile of Pastorius Lake, with easy, nearby access to gorgeous trails and high country roads, this is the perfect home-base for your Four Corners adventures! The Hut boasts a comfy, canopied queen sized bed, mini-fridge, microwave, running water, outdoor (heated!) shower, clean and exclusive porta-potty access, free coffee/tea/snacks, a sweet woodstove, and a fire ring with comfy chairs for enjoying our beautiful starry nights. Your hosts are chill, 420 friendly, adventuring, 18+ year locals who are happy to give you the rundown (at your request!) of all the best spots both in-town and way up high in those gorgeous mountains. We built our Hut with the best of vibes and blessings and hope to provide you with a peaceful and joyful experience in our little corner of the world. We're excited to host you and aim to make your experience as amazing as possible! Cheers!
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Durango Placer

1 site ¡ RV, Tent5 acres ¡ Hesperus, CO
Learn more about this land: The creek is just feet away from your tent site, with numerous waterfalls. Great hiking, or just taking in the scenery. So much to do in the immediate area: biking, hiking, fishing swimming, jeeping, exploring, rock hounding, birding, etc. Located 35 minutes from downtown Durango at 9300 feet. Visit the cool mountains and the cold creek. Canines love it ! You will have the place to yourself. One group only on this property at a time. There are 3 tent sites to choose from, and a RV site to park. Up to 6 guests in a group allowed (double occupancy/ charge). For each additional guest 30.00/ person up to 6 guests/ night. **One person, one night $40. Fire wood is provided free, a full kitchen with utencils, cups, and plates are available. Updated privy, and hot showers. Update 5/12/22.......The creek is running big, and the flowers are blooming. The Placer may not be for everyone. It is rugged beauty ( no kids ( 12 and younger) sorry). Here is a opportunity to enjoy peace and privacy, something that is becoming more rare, so I want this possible for hipcampers visiting the Placer. Four day maximum. Enjoy ! The road closes in the winter so hosting is restricted from May 15th thru October 15th There is no cell service. Wifi is available. Landline is available in emergency. Happy Camping !
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MSB Legacy Retreat

4 sites ¡ RVs9 acres ¡ Mancos, CO
We have 9 acres with plenty of elbow room. Located 5 minutes from Mancos, right off CO 184, there is one site in the trees with full hookups and 2 sites on top perfect for group camping. Sites on top have a beautiful view of Mesa Verde to the west and the La Plata mountains to the east. Both sites have water and electricity and sewer dump nearby. The area is full of history, from Mesa Verde National Park to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. 3 ski areas within an hour, whitewater rafting, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, stargazing or just enjoying the sunsets. With Mancos only 5 minutes away, there are dining options, brewery, parks, library, and shopping all with a small, hometown feel. Come enjoy all the 4 Corners area has to offer!
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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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Camping in the Mesas

8 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents15 acres ¡ Dolores, CO
This land was inhabited by the Ancient Anasazi and Pueblo people. The Anasazi Heritage Museum and archeological ruins are two miles away. There are ruins and sites on this land that have yet to be excavated. Many different ancient people came through this land, left and sites were inhabited by other people. One group of people would come and build upon the sites of another group, and taking part of their culture with them. 
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Ponderosa Palisades

1 site ¡ Lodging3 acres ¡ Durango, CO
Solar-powered, off-grid cabin boasting a rustic layout and lovely patio. 12 minutes from Downtown Durango, 5 minutes to Lake Nighthorse, 15 minutes to Hesperus Ski Mountain, 30 minutes to Durango Airport, 40 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort and 50 minutes to Mesa Verde NP. Fantastic mountain biking, hiking, boating and camping within a thirty-mile radius. Durango Narrow Gauge Railway runs to Silverton—a beautiful mountain town—during spring, summer and fall.Learn more about this land:Awesome little cabin with solar power. No plumbing, sink or shower. Access to an outdoor composting toilet and a hose water tap. Sometimes access to a bathroom, kitchen and living area in the main house is available for an additional fee. Beautiful forested land with Ponderosa, Gamble Oak, and Aspen.
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Sanders Ranch

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Durango, CO
Stunning Mountain View’s from a working ranch. If you’re looking for full hookups, a place to park your van or tent camping we have you covered. Located down a gravel driveway a half mile off a paved road gives you the peace and quit country setting you have been looking for. Horses, piggy’s, chickens, and dogs are just some of the animals you might meet. Located 20 to 30 min from durango, 30 min to Mesa Verde and 50 min to purgatory ski resort.
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Bright Star Campground

32 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Cortez, CO
We have COMPLIMENTARY Wifi, Drinking Water, Ice, Hot Showers, Bathrooms, Shade, and an equipped Camper's Kitchen for our guests to enjoy from April 15 - Oct 15! There are TIPIS, CAMPING CABINS, TENT and BOONDOCK SITES. WE ALSO HAVE A NAVAJO HOGAN (wood yurt) OPEN-YEAR ROUND. All of our sites are not listed here. We can also accommodate groups and small events but not public events. We have a private covered group site as well. Bright Star Campground: Once used as a church camp, it is now a Campground for all to enjoy! We are a perfectly located vacation campground on 40 acres with amenities and wide-open spaces. Amenities include hot showers, an equipped community kitchen, a pavilion with hammocks, tables, ping pong, etc. Enjoy complimentary coffee, eggs, filtered drinking water and more. Bright Star Campground is located in the Great Sage Plain in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic mountain/mesa views of the Four Corners region, all only 5 miles southeast of Cortez. We are in an arid desert climate. Water is scarce, stored in cisterns for use in camp. Because of this we ask that you be conservative with water use in camp. We are a cannabis-friendly destination but ask that Cannabis use stay at your campsite, cabin or tipi. There are many things to do/see nearby: Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, Hovenweep National Monument and Phil's World Mountain Biking. Raft down the Dolores river, maybe rent a SUP or kayak and chill on a quiet reservoir. There are museums and cultural centers in the area as well. Durango is 45 min, Telluride is 1.5 hrs away, and Moab is about 2.5 hours away-including Arches and Canyonlands National parks. The best/nearest airport is in Durango. Cortez has Denver Air (Key Lime Air) with connections to Denver and Phoenix. The nearest large international airport is in Salt Lake City or Albuquerque.
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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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Looking for a camping experience near Durango, Colorado with great fishing opportunities? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 598 options in the area that cater to fishing enthusiasts, you'll be spoiled for choice. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or cabin rentals, Hipcamp has got you covered. Prices start as low as $15 per night, making it affordable for every budget. For the best campsites, check out Bright Star Campground (211 reviews), Hermitory (202 reviews), and Mudita Camel's Yurt (131 reviews). These popular spots offer amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly accommodations. Plus, you can enjoy activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and off-roading (OHV). Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience with Hipcamp!

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