98% (863) • 119 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Rico
Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass
1. Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass
22mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
It’s time to reset your expectations of what a backcountry hut can be. Surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass is your perfect launch pad for off-grid outdoor adventure, with all the comforts of home. Explore spectacular views at 11,200 ft and stunning backcountry terrain with access to world class hiking, mountain biking, trail running, alpine lake fishing and OHV trails. We offer full-hut bookings with food service, giving you space and peace of mind while staying in the backcountry.
Open for summer hut trips June 20th - October 12th, 2025.
Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass is located off the “Million Dollar Highway” halfway between Silverton and Ouray. You can access the hut via 4x4 road in the summer. The Hut offers 3 loft-style bedroom areas with 6 beds (sleeps 8) for you and your crew to make your own. Fresh linens and towels are provided during your stay - no need to schlep in a sleeping bag!
Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass also offers a modern bathroom complete with hot & cold running water, flushing toilet, and toilet paper.
No need to worry about trucking all of your food and cookware to Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass! Food service is included during your stay. Food service includes breakfast, mid-day snack, and dinner daily during your stay.
You’re welcome to your bring favorite snacks or beverages for your trip, keeping in mind food storage space is limited. All meals are prepared with high-quality, natural and organic ingredients. Our staff is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences - just let us know during check-out so we’re aware of any allergies or restrictions!
After a long day hiking and exploring, nothing hits quite like a sauna. Kick off the boots and get ready to sweat it out in our 6-person, wood burning sauna! We’ve got all the firewood needed already cut and ready for your crew as well.
You can check-in with us anytime after 3pm the day of your reservation, all guests will be required to sign our release of liability waiver before camping (parents/guardians will have to sign for minors in your group)
- you can review more details as well as our terms and rules on our website: CampfireRanch.co
Toilets
Campfires
Wifi
from
$1200
/ night
Bear Paw Lodge Ponderosa Creekside
2. Bear Paw Lodge Ponderosa Creekside
31mi from Rico · 2 sites · Lodging
Welcome to Bear Paw Lodge, ideally located near the scenic Vallecito Lake and surrounded by the majestic San Juan Mountains. We offer private, secluded mountain cabins and spacious vacation homes, each equipped with the amenities essential for a peaceful, relaxing stay. Stay with us and discover the perfect blend of natural beauty and comfortable accommodations in the stunning landscape of Southwest Colorado.
Explore Bear Paw Lodge's selection of two to four bedroom vacation homes by Lake Vallecito. Each home is fully equipped with a kitchen, barbeque grills, fireplaces, and TVs. Many homes offer private outdoor picnic areas. Furnished with sheets, towels, and essential amenities, our vacation homes provide spacious and comfortable accommodations, perfect for family gatherings.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$225
/ night
Creekside Vacation Home
3. Creekside Vacation Home
31mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
Relax in this 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home on Grimes Creek. Large covered deck with Creekside views and charcoal/gas grills. Two bedrooms have queen beds, one bedroom has a double bed. Full kitchen with microwave, 2 smart TV's and fireplace.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$220
/ night
Hidden Pines Vacation Home
4. Hidden Pines Vacation Home
33mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath scenic and tranquil home is nestled among the pines. Primary bedroom has queen bed, 2nd bedroom has a queen and XL twin bunkbed on top. Fully equipped spacious kitchen with microwave. Spacious bathroom with large walk in shower and a large closet including stackable washer and dryer. Completely covered front porch with 2 ceiling fans and gas grill with seating for 6. Quaint back deck for morning views. No Pets allowed. Wifi and Satellite tv in living room and primary bedroom.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$180
/ night
Deer Trail Vacation Home
5. Deer Trail Vacation Home
33mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
Locked away in the beautiful whispering pines just below the dam sits a secluded cabin with a great wrap-around deck. River fishing down the road. There is one bedroom upstairs and one downstairs with a queen upstairs and a queen bed downstairs. Furnished full kitchen with microwave and a cute breakfast nook overlooking the quiet serenity of the beautiful Colorado mountains.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$180
/ night
98% (863) • 119 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Rico
Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass
1. Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass
22mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
It’s time to reset your expectations of what a backcountry hut can be. Surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass is your perfect launch pad for off-grid outdoor adventure, with all the comforts of home. Explore spectacular views at 11,200 ft and stunning backcountry terrain with access to world class hiking, mountain biking, trail running, alpine lake fishing and OHV trails. We offer full-hut bookings with food service, giving you space and peace of mind while staying in the backcountry.
Open for summer hut trips June 20th - October 12th, 2025.
Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass is located off the “Million Dollar Highway” halfway between Silverton and Ouray. You can access the hut via 4x4 road in the summer. The Hut offers 3 loft-style bedroom areas with 6 beds (sleeps 8) for you and your crew to make your own. Fresh linens and towels are provided during your stay - no need to schlep in a sleeping bag!
Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass also offers a modern bathroom complete with hot & cold running water, flushing toilet, and toilet paper.
No need to worry about trucking all of your food and cookware to Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass! Food service is included during your stay. Food service includes breakfast, mid-day snack, and dinner daily during your stay.
You’re welcome to your bring favorite snacks or beverages for your trip, keeping in mind food storage space is limited. All meals are prepared with high-quality, natural and organic ingredients. Our staff is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences - just let us know during check-out so we’re aware of any allergies or restrictions!
After a long day hiking and exploring, nothing hits quite like a sauna. Kick off the boots and get ready to sweat it out in our 6-person, wood burning sauna! We’ve got all the firewood needed already cut and ready for your crew as well.
You can check-in with us anytime after 3pm the day of your reservation, all guests will be required to sign our release of liability waiver before camping (parents/guardians will have to sign for minors in your group)
- you can review more details as well as our terms and rules on our website: CampfireRanch.co
Toilets
Campfires
Wifi
from
$1200
/ night
Bear Paw Lodge Ponderosa Creekside
2. Bear Paw Lodge Ponderosa Creekside
31mi from Rico · 2 sites · Lodging
Welcome to Bear Paw Lodge, ideally located near the scenic Vallecito Lake and surrounded by the majestic San Juan Mountains. We offer private, secluded mountain cabins and spacious vacation homes, each equipped with the amenities essential for a peaceful, relaxing stay. Stay with us and discover the perfect blend of natural beauty and comfortable accommodations in the stunning landscape of Southwest Colorado.
Explore Bear Paw Lodge's selection of two to four bedroom vacation homes by Lake Vallecito. Each home is fully equipped with a kitchen, barbeque grills, fireplaces, and TVs. Many homes offer private outdoor picnic areas. Furnished with sheets, towels, and essential amenities, our vacation homes provide spacious and comfortable accommodations, perfect for family gatherings.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$225
/ night
Creekside Vacation Home
3. Creekside Vacation Home
31mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
Relax in this 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home on Grimes Creek. Large covered deck with Creekside views and charcoal/gas grills. Two bedrooms have queen beds, one bedroom has a double bed. Full kitchen with microwave, 2 smart TV's and fireplace.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$220
/ night
Hidden Pines Vacation Home
4. Hidden Pines Vacation Home
33mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath scenic and tranquil home is nestled among the pines. Primary bedroom has queen bed, 2nd bedroom has a queen and XL twin bunkbed on top. Fully equipped spacious kitchen with microwave. Spacious bathroom with large walk in shower and a large closet including stackable washer and dryer. Completely covered front porch with 2 ceiling fans and gas grill with seating for 6. Quaint back deck for morning views. No Pets allowed. Wifi and Satellite tv in living room and primary bedroom.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$180
/ night
Deer Trail Vacation Home
5. Deer Trail Vacation Home
33mi from Rico · 1 site · Lodging
Locked away in the beautiful whispering pines just below the dam sits a secluded cabin with a great wrap-around deck. River fishing down the road. There is one bedroom upstairs and one downstairs with a queen upstairs and a queen bed downstairs. Furnished full kitchen with microwave and a cute breakfast nook overlooking the quiet serenity of the beautiful Colorado mountains.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$180
/ night
