Beach Camping Near Telluride, Colorado, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2026

Looking to go camping near Telluride, Colorado and enjoy the beach? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 180 available options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your beach-loving adventure. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews like Riverwalk Yurt (180 reviews), Lakeside Camping (149 reviews), and Wilderness Bud and Breakfast (66 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities such as toilets, potable water, and campfires. Plus, you'll have plenty of opportunities for thrilling activities like climbing, whitewater paddling, and wind sports. With an average price per night of $84 and options as low as $20, camping near Telluride has never been more affordable. So pack your beach gear and get ready for a memorable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Telluride

Looking to go camping near Telluride, Colorado and enjoy the beach? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 180 available options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your beach-loving adventure. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews like Riverwalk Yurt (180 reviews), Lakeside Camping (149 reviews), and Wilderness Bud and Breakfast (66 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities such as toilets, potable water, and campfires. Plus, you'll have plenty of opportunities for thrilling activities like climbing, whitewater paddling, and wind sports. With an average price per night of $84 and options as low as $20, camping near Telluride has never been more affordable. So pack your beach gear and get ready for a memorable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Telluride

1. Riverside Glamping Retreat

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39mi from Telluride · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Looking for an epic camping spot with easy access to both the outdoors and some local adventure? This tent site in the Animas Valley, right on the banks of the Animas River, is perfect for you. Imagine waking up to the sight of elk or mule deer casually grazing nearby while red-tailed hawks cruise the skies. It’s super chill and ideal for anyone who loves wildlife. But that’s just the start—you're also a quick drive from Durango’s cool local scene and all the hiking, biking, and exploring the San Juan Mountains have to offer. Spend your days hitting the trails, rafting the river, or checking out Durango’s breweries and cafes, then come back to relax by your campfire under the stars. It’s the perfect mix of wild and town vibes!

2. Ridgway State Park

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257 sites · Loghill Village, Colorado

Pack up your boat or paddle-board for a camping excursion at this reservoir park.

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3. Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

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85 sites · Montrose, Colorado

A dramatic vertical wilderness ideal for hikers, rock climbers, and sightseers.

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Electrical hookup

Toilets

4. Curecanti National Recreation Area

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158 sites · Gunnison, Colorado

Nestled high in the mountains west of Colorado Springs is a boater's paradise.

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Electrical hookup

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Public campgrounds near Telluride

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Yurts

20mi from Telluride · 3 sites · in Ridgway State Park

Dakota Terraces

20mi from Telluride · 69 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ridgway State Park

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Elk Ridge

20mi from Telluride · 102 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ridgway State Park

Pa-Co-Chu-Puk

21mi from Telluride · 83 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ridgway State Park

Beautiful riverside camping down at the bottom of Black Canyon.

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East Portal Campground

42mi from Telluride · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

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South Rim Campground

42mi from Telluride · 57 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

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Lake Fork Campground

45mi from Telluride · 64 sites · Tents, RVs · in Curecanti National Recreation Area

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North Rim Campground

45mi from Telluride · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park

Red Creek Group Campground

49mi from Telluride · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Curecanti National Recreation Area

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Michael

May 2025

39 ft Class A

8 nights at Riverside Glamping Retreat

This is a beautiful property and the hosts are very kind. We had great views of the river and mountains. There are 2 dogs and a cat that live on the property, they mostly keep to themselves and are all very friendly and add to the natural ambiance of the property. There is an amazing walking path along the river. The hosts were in the process of setting up some very nice glamping tents on wood platforms. Keep an eye out for those when they become available because those would make for a wonderful peaceful stay.