The best dog-friendly RV campgrounds near Durango, Colorado

If you're looking for RV camping options near Durango, Colorado and want to bring your furry friends along, Hipcamp has over 850 options to choose from! Some of the top campsites with rave reviews include Bright Star Campground (211 reviews), Hermitory (202 reviews), and Sunset Campground on Ruin Road (130 reviews). With popular amenities like pets, toilets, and trash, and activities like surfing, climbing, and wildlife watching, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure. Plus, with prices as low as $10 and an average price per night of $45, you can stay within your budget while enjoying the great outdoors.

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If you're looking for RV camping options near Durango, Colorado and want to bring your furry friends along, Hipcamp has over 850 options to choose from! Some of the top campsites with rave reviews include Bright Star Campground (211 reviews), Hermitory (202 reviews), and Sunset Campground on Ruin Road (130 reviews). With popular amenities like pets, toilets, and trash, and activities like surfing, climbing, and wildlife watching, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure. Plus, with prices as low as $10 and an average price per night of $45, you can stay within your budget while enjoying the great outdoors.

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1. Animas River Valley red cliffs

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10mi from Durango · 1 site · Tent, RV · 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.

2. Denkai Animal Sanctuary

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14mi from Durango · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Hesperus, CO

Nestled amidst 40 acres of breathtaking Mountain Views, our tranquil sanctuary offers a truly serene and peaceful retreat. Located on our nonprofit animal sanctuary property, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while knowing that your stay supports a worthy cause. Just a short ten-mile drive away lies the renowned Lake Nighthorse, a haven for water enthusiasts. And for those looking to explore the shimmering waters, we provide convenient on-site paddleboard rentals, ensuring you have everything you need for an unforgettable aquatic adventure. As you wander through our expansive grounds, you'll discover pockets of lush greenery and shaded areas, perfect for finding solace in the embrace of nature. If you're traveling with an RV, worry not, as we offer ample parking space to accommodate your vehicle. Additionally, horse owners will find our sheltered areas with larger paddocks ideal for their equine companions. Whether you're seeking a peaceful respite or embarking on an equestrian adventure, our sanctuary provides the perfect haven for both humans and horses alike. At our sanctuary, we understand that everyone has unique needs and desires. Whether you're in search of a quiet place to rejuvenate your soul or simply passing through the area, we are dedicated to catering to your individual requirements. While we don't provide amenities such as water, electricity, or septic facilities for RVs, we encourage you to come prepared for sustainability. Bring your own water and necessary items to ensure a comfortable stay. Rest assured, our idyllic surroundings and warm hospitality will make your visit a memorable one, regardless of the purpose of your stay.

3. E-Z Access Camping

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19mi from Durango · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Mancos, CO

Camp spots are just off the county road, easily accessed with a car or non 4 wd vehicles. Turning Beyond Ranch is comprised of 120 acres, camp spots are situated in the garden area. The view of the La Plata mnts is beautiful to the north, with an open field to the east. Cherry creek runs year round on the east bank past the field, just below the mnts. This is a safe area with most farm and ranches of 100 + acres. Location is convenient for a short drive to Mesa Verde park - approx 20 miles to entrance, 25 miles from Durango, or 45 miles to Farmington MM.

4. Four Corners' Dragonfly Camp

41mi from Durango · 2 sites · RVs · Cortez, CO

Our setting is cooler and greener than much of the surrounding area. If you still haven’t “gotten over the color green” (there’s a book by that title!), this is the place for you. Or, even if you do thrill in a red rock setting, a little green will refresh you in the evening and morning. A small stream nearby, with a four-foot waterfall, graces our camp with the sound of running water. Cottonwoods and historic fruit trees shade parts of each site, while dragonflies and birds often dart about among the rabbitbrush and sagebrush. Each site can accommodate one vehicle, van, small RV, or truck-bed camper up to 18 feet in length. Just north of Cortez, we are ideally located in the heart of the northern Four Corners region—only 15 minutes to Mesa Verde National Park, 20 minutes to Canyons of the Ancients, 10 minutes to Phil’s World, and 30 minutes to the mountains for hiking, biking, or fishing. Cortez markets and restaurants are just 10 minutes away. Durango is an hour away, Telluride is 1½ hours, and Moab is 2 hours. We are naturalists, so if you have questions about birds, dragonflies, butterflies, or fireflies (yes, fireflies!), such as the best places to see them besides your campsite, just ask us! We also worked in the field of archaeology and can help you choose sites to visit—like Mesa Verde National Park or Canyons of the Ancients. We encourage you to connect with the natural world as well as the ancient cultures of this region. Four Corners' Dragonfly Camp exists on the ancestral lands of the Puebloan and Ute peoples. This is a dry site—please bring your own water and toilet. Showers are available at the Cortez Recreation Center, just 10 minutes away. Please pack out what you pack in, including human waste, for now. Plans for a composting toilet are in the works for next spring!

5. Cottonwoods

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39mi from Durango · 1 site · RV · Dolores, CO

Learn more about this land: High desert solitude - you got it - rented as the only spot available at Mesa Verde Hemp - a five acre working hemp farm. The farm is on Highway 145 so you will hear traffic during the day but very quiet at night. Fantastic stars at night. One dog is ok - before 10 am and after 6 your dog can run the whole farm - if he is friendly. I have a small dog that gets along fine with other dogs.

Public campgrounds near Durango

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Junction Creek Campground

5mi from Durango · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Juan National Forest

Lower Hermosa Campground

12mi from Durango · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Juan National Forest

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Snowslide Campground

13mi from Durango · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Juan National Forest

Kroeger Campground

13mi from Durango · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Juan National Forest

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Miller Creek Campground

14mi from Durango · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Juan National Forest

Stories from the community

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Christine

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Animas River Valley red cliffs

We loved staying on Melinda's land! It was pouring rain from a freak storm and she generously allowed us to use her mudroom and her addition downstairs. Genuinely, she saved our trip. She had great recommendations on things to do in the area and was available and communicative. I could not ask for a better host,

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Tammy

October 2025

Tent

3 nights at Animas River Valley red cliffs

We love camping at Melinda’s. Beautiful views, gracious host and close to hiking trails and Durango. This was our 2nd time there and we’ll be back our next time through Colorado.

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yury

January 2025

25 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at Cottonwoods

Great spot overall. Seely was friendly, accommodating, and polite. Road noise was audible but not a big deal in a camper. Location is easy to find and close to Mesa Verde National Park.