The best forest glamping near Silverton

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Experience the great outdoors in style with over 500 glamping options in the forested region near Silverton, Colorado on Hipcamp. Accommodations range from tipis to yurts, so you can enjoy the beauty of nature while still enjoying the comforts of home. Prices start as low as $15 per night, making it an affordable way to explore the wilderness. Popular campsites such as Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven (245 reviews), The Views at Gateway (243 reviews), and Bright Star Campground (211 reviews) are highly rated by campers. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires and potable water while participating in activities like horseback riding, hiking, and climbing.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Silverton

1. The Art Shack A Tiny Glamping Cabin

100%
(7)
49mi from Silverton · 1 site · Lodging
We are in the rural area between Hesperus, Durango, and Mancos - An easy drive to Durango and its thrift shops, restaurants, galleries, cafes, Animas River and River Trail, and hiking and biking trails. Mancos is filled with art galleries, a wonderful bakery and cafe, beauty, and endless trails. Also within driving distance are Phil's World, Cortez, Sand Canyon, the beautiful La Plata Canyon, Mesa Verde National Park, Lake NIghthorse, and more! There are endless hiking and biking trails within driving distance of the property. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing abound and alpine skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort are popular winter activities. The views of the La Platas and Sleeping Ute are ever changing, awe inspiring, and constant from the deck of The Art Shack. On the property are cats, two dogs, two equines (you will hear our burro braying). Our neighbors have yaks, cattle, goats, sheep, dogs, horses, poultry, and other farm animals. You will also see the wild critters that inhabit our corner of La Plata County. You are welcome to wander our property beyond the Big Stick Ditch but do not go into the pasture with our burro or enter any of the out buildings. Park within steps of the Art Shack, cross the foot bridge over the bubbling irrigation ditch, and you have arrived! Please remove your shoes before entering! There is electricity, a queen bed, rustic chairs inside, an outdoor table and chairs, a composting toilet, a coffee machine, and purified drinking water for your use. An electric heater is supplied during winter months. There is no air conditioning. We are available if needed (unless we are out of town adventuring) but will not expect to interact with you as you relax. No dogs are allowed - 2 people max - No smoking of lit substances inside The Art Shack. Please remove your shoes before entering The Art Shack!
Toilets
Wifi
Potable water
from 
$70
 / night

2. HTR Durango

98%
(27)
39mi from Silverton · 73 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
CLOSED FOR WINTER NOV 1, 2025 - APRIL 30, 2026. ***Dry camping is May 1-14, 2026 & October 12-31. Only electric is available. Bathhouses and pool are closed. No cabin or tent campers. Only accepting reservations for self-contained RVs during dry camping season. The only water available is at the front of the park at the fill-up station. The RV sites do not have water or sewer, but they do have electricity. Our staff is available on-call.*** Nestled in a protected box canyon surrounded by high cliffs of Douglas Fir and Ponderosa Pine and just minutes to downtown Durango, HTR Durango, formerly Lightner Creek Campground, is located on a seasonal mountain stream, making it an ideal setting for nature lovers of all ages. The paved county road off HWY 160W to our campground is well maintained, making the 1.5-mile drive easily accessible, regardless of what you bring. Enjoy various recreational activities in the Durango area, including many hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing, river rafting, rock climbing, zip-lining, off-roading, horseback riding, shopping, dining, breweries, and much more. There is so much to see and do in the Four Corners Area! If you want a memorable vacation experience in Durango, look no further than HTR Durango. Please note wood burning fires are not allowed on property. Propane and charcoal fires are permitted. We require vaccination records upon arrival if you are bringing a dog. There is a $50 pet fee for cabin rentals.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$35
 / night

15. Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass

6.2mi from Silverton · 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
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$1200
 / night

18. Top of the Pines Vacation Home

33mi from Silverton · 1 site · Lodging
This is a completely log structure except for the first floor and the views are amazing off of the decks. While the bottom of the mountain is quite populated now, up where we are is still comparatively much less populated. We wanted a log cabin in the mountains and we believe we achieved it. But, you decide. First floor: 1 bedroom twin over full bunkbed, full bath, mud room, laundry room, large living room; second floor: 2 bedrooms w/queen beds, full bath, kitchen w/island and pantry, dining room, living room. Third floor: 2 bedrooms w/queen beds, full bath, loft area w/futon. Two full decks w/tables and chairs & umbrellas and great views of valley below. Covered walkway w/gas grill. Parking for 3 or 4 vehicles at rear of cabin. Wifi throughout. Satellite tv (direct tv) on 1st and 2nd floors. Lots of pine trees surrounding the cabin. Can hike to the top of the mountain and view Lake Vallecito (45 min hike) deer are usually plentiful and other wildlife as well.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$440
 / night

19. Lake Vista Vacation Home

29mi from Silverton · 1 site · Lodging
Amazing top of the mountainside cabin overlooking Lake Vallecito (highly encourage 4wd, AWD or truck/suv) with plenty of space for a comfortable stay! This gorgeous home has 3 floors of accommodations, and is the perfect place to get away and be in nature. This cabin boasts a three story floor plan, with a full bathroom on each floor (as well as a half bathroom on the main floor), a king size bed in main floor full sized bed in every other room, and two large decks with plenty of space overlooking the lake with a million dollar view. The main floor has a primary bedroom with full bathroom, the top floor loft has a connected bathroom with a separated bathtub/shower combo and an additional standing shower (as seen in pictures), and the bottom floor has an oversized bedroom with two full beds and a full bathroom in hall. A gas fireplace is on the main floor, with an amazing view on all sides and an entertainment space with large flat screen tv located on the bottom floor. This property is also pet-friendly *with approval* and under 50lbs, $15/pet/night. *Highly encouraged on AWD, 4WD or truck. Wifi Washer/Dryer
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$320
 / night

Experience the great outdoors in style with over 500 glamping options in the forested region near Silverton, Colorado on Hipcamp. Accommodations range from tipis to yurts, so you can enjoy the beauty of nature while still enjoying the comforts of home. Prices start as low as $15 per night, making it an affordable way to explore the wilderness. Popular campsites such as Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven (245 reviews), The Views at Gateway (243 reviews), and Bright Star Campground (211 reviews) are highly rated by campers. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires and potable water while participating in activities like horseback riding, hiking, and climbing.

100% (113)

Top-rated campgrounds near Silverton

1. The Art Shack A Tiny Glamping Cabin

100%
(7)
49mi from Silverton · 1 site · Lodging
We are in the rural area between Hesperus, Durango, and Mancos - An easy drive to Durango and its thrift shops, restaurants, galleries, cafes, Animas River and River Trail, and hiking and biking trails. Mancos is filled with art galleries, a wonderful bakery and cafe, beauty, and endless trails. Also within driving distance are Phil's World, Cortez, Sand Canyon, the beautiful La Plata Canyon, Mesa Verde National Park, Lake NIghthorse, and more! There are endless hiking and biking trails within driving distance of the property. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing abound and alpine skiing at Purgatory Ski Resort are popular winter activities. The views of the La Platas and Sleeping Ute are ever changing, awe inspiring, and constant from the deck of The Art Shack. On the property are cats, two dogs, two equines (you will hear our burro braying). Our neighbors have yaks, cattle, goats, sheep, dogs, horses, poultry, and other farm animals. You will also see the wild critters that inhabit our corner of La Plata County. You are welcome to wander our property beyond the Big Stick Ditch but do not go into the pasture with our burro or enter any of the out buildings. Park within steps of the Art Shack, cross the foot bridge over the bubbling irrigation ditch, and you have arrived! Please remove your shoes before entering! There is electricity, a queen bed, rustic chairs inside, an outdoor table and chairs, a composting toilet, a coffee machine, and purified drinking water for your use. An electric heater is supplied during winter months. There is no air conditioning. We are available if needed (unless we are out of town adventuring) but will not expect to interact with you as you relax. No dogs are allowed - 2 people max - No smoking of lit substances inside The Art Shack. Please remove your shoes before entering The Art Shack!
Toilets
Wifi
Potable water
from 
$70
 / night

2. HTR Durango

98%
(27)
39mi from Silverton · 73 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
CLOSED FOR WINTER NOV 1, 2025 - APRIL 30, 2026. ***Dry camping is May 1-14, 2026 & October 12-31. Only electric is available. Bathhouses and pool are closed. No cabin or tent campers. Only accepting reservations for self-contained RVs during dry camping season. The only water available is at the front of the park at the fill-up station. The RV sites do not have water or sewer, but they do have electricity. Our staff is available on-call.*** Nestled in a protected box canyon surrounded by high cliffs of Douglas Fir and Ponderosa Pine and just minutes to downtown Durango, HTR Durango, formerly Lightner Creek Campground, is located on a seasonal mountain stream, making it an ideal setting for nature lovers of all ages. The paved county road off HWY 160W to our campground is well maintained, making the 1.5-mile drive easily accessible, regardless of what you bring. Enjoy various recreational activities in the Durango area, including many hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing, river rafting, rock climbing, zip-lining, off-roading, horseback riding, shopping, dining, breweries, and much more. There is so much to see and do in the Four Corners Area! If you want a memorable vacation experience in Durango, look no further than HTR Durango. Please note wood burning fires are not allowed on property. Propane and charcoal fires are permitted. We require vaccination records upon arrival if you are bringing a dog. There is a $50 pet fee for cabin rentals.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$35
 / night

15. Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass

6.2mi from Silverton · 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
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$1200
 / night

18. Top of the Pines Vacation Home

33mi from Silverton · 1 site · Lodging
This is a completely log structure except for the first floor and the views are amazing off of the decks. While the bottom of the mountain is quite populated now, up where we are is still comparatively much less populated. We wanted a log cabin in the mountains and we believe we achieved it. But, you decide. First floor: 1 bedroom twin over full bunkbed, full bath, mud room, laundry room, large living room; second floor: 2 bedrooms w/queen beds, full bath, kitchen w/island and pantry, dining room, living room. Third floor: 2 bedrooms w/queen beds, full bath, loft area w/futon. Two full decks w/tables and chairs & umbrellas and great views of valley below. Covered walkway w/gas grill. Parking for 3 or 4 vehicles at rear of cabin. Wifi throughout. Satellite tv (direct tv) on 1st and 2nd floors. Lots of pine trees surrounding the cabin. Can hike to the top of the mountain and view Lake Vallecito (45 min hike) deer are usually plentiful and other wildlife as well.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$440
 / night

19. Lake Vista Vacation Home

29mi from Silverton · 1 site · Lodging
Amazing top of the mountainside cabin overlooking Lake Vallecito (highly encourage 4wd, AWD or truck/suv) with plenty of space for a comfortable stay! This gorgeous home has 3 floors of accommodations, and is the perfect place to get away and be in nature. This cabin boasts a three story floor plan, with a full bathroom on each floor (as well as a half bathroom on the main floor), a king size bed in main floor full sized bed in every other room, and two large decks with plenty of space overlooking the lake with a million dollar view. The main floor has a primary bedroom with full bathroom, the top floor loft has a connected bathroom with a separated bathtub/shower combo and an additional standing shower (as seen in pictures), and the bottom floor has an oversized bedroom with two full beds and a full bathroom in hall. A gas fireplace is on the main floor, with an amazing view on all sides and an entertainment space with large flat screen tv located on the bottom floor. This property is also pet-friendly *with approval* and under 50lbs, $15/pet/night. *Highly encouraged on AWD, 4WD or truck. Wifi Washer/Dryer
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$320
 / night

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