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Camping near Portland

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Looking to go camping near Portland, Colorado? Hipcamp has over 900 options for you to choose from. With prices starting as low as $15 per night and an average price of $48 per night, there's something for every budget. If you're looking for top campsites with rave reviews, check out Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven (245 reviews), The Views at Gateway (243 reviews), or Bright Star Campground (211 reviews). Popular amenities include pet-friendly sites, showers, and potable water. And if you're into horseback riding, snow sports, or paddling, you'll find plenty of opportunities for those activities as well. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Portland

Campfire Dreamers (4WD or AWD)

1. Campfire Dreamers (4WD or AWD)

96%
(12)
1.2mi from Portland · 1 site · Tent, RV
This location is 4WD only and no trailers. Access to the site requires going down a 12% grade. Beautiful location on the side of a mountain with great views. Fire ring, firewood and water for extinguish your fire are provided.
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Hartwork Ranch

2. Hartwork Ranch

95%
(50)
17mi from Portland · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
We now have propane fire pits available and we also have fresh DUCK EGGS!! This is a beautiful 40 acre ranch on Hastings Mesa with views of Alder Canyon and Hayden’s Peak. You can hear Alder Creek flowing through the canyon from the comfort of your campsite. Many nearby options for bicycling, hiking, kayaking and skiing… even backcountry, in the area. Once you pull out the driveway you are a few minutes from Last Dollar Ranch Road (hike, bike, or 4x4) where True Grit was filmed, and about a 25 minute (weather depending) drive to Telluride, 35 minutes to Ridgway, and 35 minutes to Norwood. Just outside of Ridgway is Orvis Hot Springs, and more hot springs and a vapor cave can be found in Ouray. The property offers access to Alder Creek and our beaver ponds down in the canyon. The fields are blanketed with Iris and clematis flowers in May and June and other wild flowers throughout the summer including pentstemon, larkspur, and wild roses. There are patches of scrub oak and fields with cinquefoil bushes in the camping areas, and as you go down in the canyon there are aspen groves, blue spruce, and ponderosa pines. The backside of the property is up against BLM land, which everyone is welcome to.
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Columbine Roadhouse

3. Columbine Roadhouse

100%
(12)
19mi from Portland · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging
The Columbine Roadhouse was built in the 1920s and is nestled in the heart of the beautiful San Juan Mountains on the outskirts of Silverton, Colorado. It is the closest lodging to Ice Lake and Island Lake, providing year-round adventure with activities and recreation for every season. Surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, guests have easy access to ski areas, 4WD trails, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and countless outdoor adventures.
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Uncompahgre National Forest

4. Uncompahgre National Forest

85%
(23)
National forest 19mi from Portland · 228 sites
Head to wild western Colorado to truly get away from it all.
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Electrical hookup
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Grand Mesa National Forest

5. Grand Mesa National Forest

88%
(24)
National forest 68mi from Portland · 316 sites
Escape to a high elevation forest brimming with lakes, trails, and scenic views.
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Electrical hookup
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The Hop Yard Hideaway

6. The Hop Yard Hideaway

99%
(175)
22mi from Portland · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Wake up to the fresh aroma of hops, enjoys beers made with the hops grown next to your sleeping bag, have a campfire with an incredible view of the San Juan Mountains and open night sky, take a tour and learn about the unique world of hops, walk around an 18-foot tall, 32-acre hop trellis, and adventure in all that the Western Slope of Colorado has to offer. We also have 'Fridays on the Farm' every Friday from May 22nd until October 2nd from 4-9pm serving beer with our hops, a local food truck, live music, and yard games. Check our website for more details! We can open the beer barn on other days by request, as well as offer tours! And our neighbors happen to be LaNoue DuBois Winery... This is a perfect basecamp for adventure! The attractions are endless: Exploring Black Canyon NP, Curecanti NRA, and Gunnison Gorge NCA; fly fishing in gold metal waters; hunting; hiking, climbing, and traversing the Via Ferrata in the San Juan Mountains; rafting, kayaking, or SUPing on three different rivers, including a wave park right in town, as well as on reservoirs and lakes; relaxing in mineral-rich hot springs; shopping for unique souvenirs and gifts; and enjoying the activities, restaurants, and shopping of nearby Ouray and Telluride! If we're booked out, message us and we may have some backup spots! ; )
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Coworking Space with Mountain Views

7. Coworking Space with Mountain Views

99%
(77)
24mi from Portland · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Our sites have a tent pad and 20-amp electric service. The main building, which we have converted into a coworking space, is available for our guests to use from 9 AM to 6 PM. Unfortunately, we are on old agricultural land, so the sites are in the direct sun during the day. Please be aware that it gets hot out here in the summer, and consider this when booking your stay with us. Please note that only one camping structure is allowed per site (one tent, one RV, one van, etc.). Our property is also on a bike trail that connects to 70 miles of (mostly paved) bike trails across the town of Montrose. Please reach out with any questions. We look forward to hosting you!
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Darbywoods RV Mountain Lot

8. Darbywoods RV Mountain Lot

99%
(35)
25mi from Portland · 1 site · Tent, RV
This is a one acre lot for just one RV located at 9500ft in the Colorado mountains located halfway between Montrose and Gunnison off Hwy 50. The lot is six miles up the Alpine Plateau road. This area is surrounded by BLM land and National Forest. The lot is located with full hook ups and wifi in a neighborhood with cabins and rv lots. Please ask about deep discounts for long term rentals.
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Balsam Bliss

9. Balsam Bliss

95%
(10)
25mi from Portland · 1 site
Natural RV site at 9500 feet within Arrowhead Ranch. Electric (50 amp RV and 2 - 20 amp circuits), water, and septic on site. Enjoy nature on this primitive site. No WiFi provided and Cell Service is not ideal. No unapproved fire pits allowed. No firewood provided. Speed limit in Arrowhead is 20 mph. Arrowhead Mountain Lodge is a mile from the site. The lodge has a small convenience store and an excellent restaurant. In the summers, they offer musical groups on the weekends. Long Term Stays are available in Spring, Summer and early Fall. No winter camping allowed. Other things to note Hwy 867 is a gravel road. All roads within Arrowhead are gravel. Sorry no Fifth Wheels, they do not fit.
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Full hookups
Ridgway State Park

10. Ridgway State Park

100%
(5)
State park 10mi from Portland · 257 sites
Pack up your boat or paddle-board for a camping excursion at this reservoir park.
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Gunnison National Forest

11. Gunnison National Forest

96%
(38)
National forest 55mi from Portland · 423 sites
Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.
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San Juan National Forest

12. San Juan National Forest

97%
(43)
National forest 38mi from Portland · 696 sites
Hike through the rugged wilderness or take a scenic drive in this expansive national forest.
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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

13. Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

97%
(32)
National park 32mi from Portland · 85 sites
A dramatic vertical wilderness ideal for hikers, rock climbers, and sightseers.
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Arrowhead Getaway

14. Arrowhead Getaway

92%
(24)
25mi from Portland · 1 site · Tent, RV
Come to a private camping space with great scenery and access to lakes. This space provides access to water, a tent, fire pit/grill with an additional tent pad and rv pad. There is also an additional shower and bathroom tent on the premise. Arrowhead lodge has live entertainment throughout the summer as well as dining and additional housing if needed.
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Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park

15. Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park

91%
(11)
29mi from Portland · 46 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Cedar Creek stands out as a unique destination near downtown Montrose, offering a serene and well-shaded RV park that caters to a variety of accommodation preferences. Whether you choose to stay in one of our charming tiny homes, park your own RV or van, indulge in glamping, or set up your tent right by the creek, you’ll find a perfect spot to unwind in nature. Our campground provides essential amenities to enhance your stay, including access to a bathhouse, laundry facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. With the beautiful surroundings, you can explore nearby natural features, enjoy swimming holes, and partake in various outdoor activities. Plus, you’ll be just a short distance from local restaurants and shops, making it easy to experience the best of Montrose. We look forward to welcoming you to Cedar Creek for a memorable getaway!
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Twilight Falls

16. Twilight Falls

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30mi from Portland · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Twilight Falls is a 40 acres private paradise of natural forests, meadows, streams and waterfalls nestled within thousands of acres of San Juan National Forest. Come experience this amazing place. Words cannot describe it. This has been a family retreat for our family for decades, and we want to share it with you.
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Lazy Rooster Ranch

17. Lazy Rooster Ranch

96%
(111)
34mi from Portland · 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. 
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Almostaranch

18. Almostaranch

92%
(36)
39mi from Portland · 1 site
The Almostaranch Family welcomes you to stay with us in the San Juan Mountains located in Durango, Colorado. Our property features spectacular views and endless activities for you and your family. We look forward to seeing you! Durango is the Capitol of mountain biking in the US. Horseback riding next door and snowmobile rentals close by. Kayaking very close & hiking trails everywhere. Silverton 35 miles. RV site includes horseshoe pits and tables.
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Poplar Place

19. Poplar Place

94%
(17)
40mi from Portland · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Locally owned, this large tree grove with over 100 trees, was planted in 1979 for privacy and shade between 2 homes. Learn more about this land: Pitch a tent, sleep in a hammock or park your RV at the Poplar Place. Several campsites within a large grove of trees which provide privacy & shade. Enjoy the sounds of nature including but not limited to: woodpeckers, owls, hawks, farm animals, frogs, crickets & much more. Hammocks, local area maps & yard games available at our check-in station and don’t forget to carve your initials in the totem pole before you leave. You can enjoy visiting with friends around the fire pit, play a game of tic-tac-toe, have an axe throwing contest or hide out in the Tee-Pee, whatever your heart desires. **Pets are welcome, however, they MUST BE ON LEASHES AT ALL TIMES & PROPER DISPOSAL OF ANIMAL WASTE IS A MUST* Thank you
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Tater's Black Canyon Campground

20. Tater's Black Canyon Campground

97%
(328)
41mi from Portland · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
North Rim of Black Canyon National Park has re-opened. Hot showers and toilets! Tater's was voted a 2024 top runner up as 'Best Hipcamp in Colorado'. 35 acres of bliss shared with 2 humans, 2 dogs, 2 cats, 3 horses and 4 chickens [Eggs may be available upon request]. Black Canyon National Park is a short drive to the west. Conveniently located to Crawford and the North Fork Valley to wineries, music fests and local eateries.  Incredible views and dark skies make the perfect respite for just hanging out, climbing in the Black, foodie time in the North Fork Valley or pretty much whatever you like to do. Hunters are welcome as this is a perfect base camp to Unit 63.
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