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Bright Star Campground

Hosted by Kent · Cortez, Colorado
15 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 20 acres
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Near Mesa Verde National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the West Entrance Booth - 134A.
Best in Colorado: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Big rig-friendly
Spacious, level camping well-suited for travel trailers over 40 ft long.
We are a unique, community driven campground open from April - October. We have complimentary WiFi, drinking water, ice, hot showers, pit toilets, communal kitchen, and a shaded pavilion with picnic tables, art nook, ping pong, and more. The entire campground can be booked for retreats or events. There are two large covered pavilions. We customize reservations for small and large groups or longer stays. There are furnished tipis, camping cabins, tent/RV/van sites, and a Navajo Hogan (wooden yurt). Bright Star Campground: Originally established in 2012 as a church camp, it is now a place to connect, create, and rejuvenate in this spectacular high desert landscape. Bright Star Campground is located in the Great Sage Plain in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic views of the Four Corners region, and only 5 miles southeast of Cortez. We are a cannabis-friendly destination but ask that cannabis use stay at your campsite, cabin or tipi. There are many attractions nearby, such as Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, Hovenweep National Monument and Phil's World Mountain Biking. Raft down the Dolores river, maybe rent a SUP or kayak and chill on a quiet reservoir. We are located 45 minutes from Durango, 1.5 hours from Telluride, and about 2 hours from Moab (Arches and Canyonlands National Parks). The nearest airport is in Durango. The nearest large international airports are in Salt Lake City or Albuquerque.

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SUNRISE: Small RV CAMPSITE 30amp

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 5 · Vehicles under 26 ft
Small RV or tent site. Shade from awning. Faces La Plata mountains to the east. Picnic table and fire pit. 30A and 110 electric hookups. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star! Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
No water hookup
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SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 26 ft
Small RV or tent site. No hookups. Shade from awning. Faces Sleeping Ute Mountain to the west. Picnic table and fire pit. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 27 ft
Simple dry tent site. Shade from juniper tree. Faces Sleeping Ute Mountain to the west. Picnic table and fire pit. No hookups. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 27 ft
Simple dry tent site. Picnic table and fire pit. No hookups. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 26 ft
Simple dry tent site. Picnic table and fire pit. No hookups. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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UTE #1 30 amp RV site ~ Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 34 ft
Small RV or tent site. Shade from juniper tree. Faces Sleeping Ute Mountain to the west. Picnic table and fire pit. Water and electric hookups. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup

RV-only sites

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RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 5 · Vehicles under 44 ft
This is a large pull-through Full Hookup RV Pad with 30 amp and 50 amp. It is behind the Airbnb house on the property. The RV is not included. The pad is for full-size RV's, 5th Wheels and Travel Trailers that are self-contained. Large Vans are okay if they have a toilet onboard. We also have electric-only sites for smaller RV types on the campground, near bathrooms. The StarPad has Wifi, Propane Grill, Picnic Table and Fire Pan. You may enjoy amenities from our campground that is on the back half of the same 20-acre property. The Star Pad has big views and wide-open spaces yet just 5 miles from downtown Cortez. It sits behind the "Starhouse" vacation rental home, yet most of the activity there is on the front porch facing East, so you still feel private as you will face West.  There is also a privacy wall fence between the house and RV Pad. Contact us at Bright Star Campground for larger group options combining multiple sites including tipis, tent and camping cabins, or the House. If you do not wish to be in ROWS of RVs and you want a scenic experience, this is for you!
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CHASING MOON Tipi ~Mesa Verde views

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Bell tent · Sleeps 5 · 1 bed · 1 toilet
Chasing Moon tipi comes with a Queen bed with a top sheet only (full linens available for rental in Add-ons), and a futon. Additional cots/sleeping pads available. Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for cots/pads. This tipi does have electric hookups, a lamp, and a fan. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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JUNIPER Camping Cabin by Mesa Verde

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Cabin · Sleeps 6 · 6 beds
Camping cabin with a Queen bed with fitted sheet only (full linen set available for rental in Add-ons), and bunk beds (twin size-bring your own linens or to rent select “camper set” add-on). Sleeps up to six (can sleep more, call direct to discuss). Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for bunks for $10. No heating or A/C. Has electricity and fans. Uses shared campground pit toilets. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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MUSTANG Tipi ~ Mesa Verde views

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Dome · Sleeps 5 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 2 toilets
Comes with a Queen bed (linens included) and a futon. Cot or sleeping pad provided for additional guests. Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for cots/pads. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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HOGAN (Wood Yurt) - Mesa Verde View

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Yurt · Sleeps 3
Wooden Hogan, a traditional dwelling of the Navajo people. Woodfire stove, queen bed, Bluetti power station, lamp, and a fan. Cot or sleeping pad available for additional guest. Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for cots/pads. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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RAVEN Tipi ~ Mesa Verde Views

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Bell tent · Sleeps 6 · 2 beds
Largest of our tipis (24'). Comes with a King bed (linens included), a futon and a sofa. Bluetti power station. Cot or sleeping pad provided for additional guests. Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for cots/pads. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
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SAGE: Bunk Cabin ~ near Mesa Verde

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Cabin · Sleeps 6 · 6 beds
Camping cabin with a Queen air mattress with fitted sheet only (full linen set available for rental in Add-ons), and bunk beds (twin size-bring your own linens or to rent select “camper set” add-on). Sleeps up to 8 (can sleep more, call direct to discuss). Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for bunks for $10. No heating or A/C. Has electricity and fans. Uses shared campground pit toilets. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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ANASAZI Tipi ~ Mesa Verde views

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Bell tent · Sleeps 5 · 1 bed
Anasazi tipi with a Queen size bed with a top sheet only, and a futon. Bring your own linens, or choose the extra linen rental for $15 if needed for the bed, or camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) for $10. Cot or sleeping pad provided for additional guests. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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SKY: Bunk Cabin ~ near Mesa Verde

94%
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Cabin · Sleeps 6
Camping cabin with a Queen bed with fitted sheet only (full linen set available for rental in Add-ons), and bunk beds (twin size-bring your own linens or to rent select “camper set” add-on). Sleeps up to six (can sleep more, call direct to discuss). Camper sets (sleeping bag/pillow/towel) available for rental for bunks for $10. No heating or A/C. Has electricity and fans. Uses shared campground pit toilets. Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park, and nearby to many cultural and historical sites, including Hovenweep and Canyon of the Ancients. From every corner of the globe and every walk of life, our campground has become the perfect retreat and adventure base for thousands. From tipis and cabins to RV sites, or just sleeping under the stars, we have multiple camping and lodging options to choose from, spread out across 20 acres. Covered pavilions with propane grills, firepits, and Wi-Fi. We also have a stage for music events, playground with misters, art station, games & books, billiards room, movie nights with outdoor projector screen, ping pong and foosball tables, croquet, and cornhole. There's something for everyone at Bright Star!  Communal kitchen that includes: refrigerators for food storage, dishes, cookware, ice machine, filtered drinking water, free coffee, tea, spices, and more. Our men's and women's shower rooms have six stalls each. They feature on demand water heaters. No waiting for hot water, and no extra charge! Our restrooms have two stalls each, and sinks with running water. Guests rave we have the cleanest vault toilet facilities they've ever seen! Come for the relief, stay for the "graffiti"!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Reviews

98% Recommend828 ratings · 556 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Really great facilities — well organized and well managed. This site is great for car camping — with clean bathrooms, showers and communal kitchen. Easy to stop by quickly or stay for a while. Rec room style amenities for socializing + kids. This is not a totally remote property, so if being neighborhood adjacent will bother you just FYI. Proximity to town convenient tho + doesn’t diminish the views!
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Channing K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
the bright star campground host is very nice. our campsite was changed since it rained hard and campsite #1 is very muddy. we are moved to sunset campsite without extra fee. Just Kent is very kind and helpful. i would rebook this camp site if needed on the future
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Wilma G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Dotti’s Adventures
20 ft Class B ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Very cool spot. Kent was very responsive & the facilities were outstanding! The kitchen was an added bonus along with hot showers & VERY clean restrooms. The pavilion area was great to hang out &!meet other guests.
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David K.
9 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
20 ft campervan ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
The kitchen with counter space, appliances, refrigerators, filtered water, and ice was such a treat. The bathrooms and showers were very clean, and the stars were spectacular.
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Andrea R.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Would definitely recommend
With pets ·
JUNIPER Camping Cabin by Mesa Verde
This place has a great location, stunning views and a fun, peaceful vibe. The hosts were very kind and understanding about a booking mistake I made. The communal kitchen is a great resource. Do pay attention to the description about heating and cooling which the hosts provide. Our cabin did get very hot during the day.
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Jocelyn M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Great Value Campground
Tent · Group trip ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Great amenities and away from town lights and sounds...great value for what is offered at the campground.
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Matthew W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
I loved brightstar campground it was one of the coolest places I've ever been. Very clean and family oriented kent is awesome!
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Wesley D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Ten out of five stars!
With kids ·
RAVEN Tipi ~ Mesa Verde Views
THIS is the glamping spot! It didn’t look like much when we drove up, but it held so much good energy, people, and fun! We stayed 2 nights in the Raven tipi. It was beyond expectations with a super comfy king bed, a power station for charging, flashlights, great decor & rugs, and a thoughtful piece of plastic for any areas that might get wet when it rains. It’s a real tipi so there is an hole at the top. We got down pours both days but things stayed dry since they provided what we needed in case of rain. The kitchen had everything you needed (plus) and was a great gathering spot to meet other explorers. They had the cleanest looking and smelling bathrooms I’ve ever seen in public and they are compost toilets! The coolest billiards room, ping pong table, fuse ball, painting supplies, games, and great people, especially the hosts Kent & Brandy. This is a ten out of five stars must-stay if you’re going to Mesa Verde or anywhere in the 4 corners area!
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Shana Y.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Best in SW Colorado!
Tent ·
SUNRISE: Small RV CAMPSITE 30amp
Bright star was fantastic. Super friendly folks. Camp didn’t feel crowded even when full. Great views. Convenient to many great sites. Lots of little extras that made our stay easy and fun!
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Chris V.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Love the community space with kitchen. great shaded area to hang out . awesome stars!!!
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Linda W.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Great place, kid friendly!!
With kids ·
SAGE: Bunk Cabin ~ near Mesa Verde
Great little place! Would definitely stay again if ever in the area!!!!!
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Sam D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
26 ft travel trailer ·
RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views
Great set up! Nice pad with full hook ups. Host was easy to connect with and gave me all the information I needed. The view of the stars was spectacular
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Ray M.
9 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Very cute site with lots of activities to keep you entertained! The bathrooms, showers, and kitchen were clean. Nice distance to town and to Mesa Verde. Great views too!
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Lexie J.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
What a little oasis this was. We had a great time stopping here on our road trip across America. The kitchen and community area was amazing, they truly thought of everything. Wish we had more time there. Ground was a little rocky for our tent, but we had a great time. Sunset and stars were beautiful.
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Grace M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
UTE #1 30 amp RV site ~ Mesa Verde
Such a beautiful, well-kept site with very friendly owners! A wonderful view, great facilities and a flat spot for a tent.
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Haley D.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
RAVEN Tipi ~ Mesa Verde Views
Stayed in Raven tipi two nights. Very clean, beds were comfortable. There was a power generator for charging phones, two fans, flashlights, a lamp, and a foot pump sink in the tipi. Showers and toilets were a little bit of a walk but I wouldn't want to sleep directly next to a pit toilet anyway. Kent was very responsive when we arrived and needed anything. The tipis do get warm as soon as the sun comes up (stayed in June), but also cool off quickly when the sun goes down. It was almost chilly sleeping at night but I prefer cooler temperatures for sleeping anyway. We all slept very well and enjoyed stargazing.
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Elizabeth H.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2026
Tent ·
SUNRISE: Small RV CAMPSITE 30amp
We had a good experience. However it was a bit more rustic than I expected. It would depend on the friend
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Glenna T.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Magical Camp Experience
With kids ·
CHASING MOON Tipi ~Mesa Verde views
This is a magical place. We stayed in the Chasing Moon Tipi with two adults and a 10-year-old and it was more than perfect! Excellent amenities. Cool hosts, kid friendly, super clean. Warm showers. Artsy vibes. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need from an air fryer, to a stove, to a French press, to a kettle, to a toaster oven, to a microwave, to a coffee maker, filtered water and an ice machine for drinking. Honestly, if there's a complaint about this place, it's not the place that's the problem. We also met some super interesting and kind people. I would recommend this place to all of my friends.
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Lisa W.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Bright Star Beams!
Tent · With kids ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Bright Star campground is an AMAZING place! It's situated close to Mesa Verde, has amazing views (sunsets/sunrises are incredible), and is clean and extremely well-kept and managed. The common area is a fantastic oasis with many fun things to explore, fun games, a wonderful art-making station, and a great large shaded area for the summer sun. If you're into meeting interesting people this is a both a great hub for interaction or solo relaxation. The kitchen is very well-stocked, clean, with plenty of room to accommodate several cooking campers without feeling cramped. Best of all are all the wonderful personal touches that Kent and his partner have put into the whole campground. I don't want to call out too much but there are many fun surprises here. The love, care, and creativity put in to Bright Star is more than evident. Kent was a responsive, kind, knowledgeable host, and fun to talk with. I felt fully restored and creatively inspired after my stay at Bright Star—its magic worked wonders for me!
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Erika W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
SUNRISE: Small RV CAMPSITE 30amp
Really nice campground with amazing views lots of amenities and super friendly hosts. Have I mentioned the views?
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Fred D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
great tent site with beautiful views. nice communal area with clean showers, bathrooms, and kitchen.
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Kira G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
With kids ·
RAVEN Tipi ~ Mesa Verde Views
Fun teepee! Loved the foosball and craft extras. Beautiful sunset!
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Holly I.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With pets ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Lots of unexpected amenities and activities! And the camp hosts were very welcoming
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Erica Y.
18 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
21 ft Class B · With pets ·
UTE #1 30 amp RV site ~ Mesa Verde
Kent is a great host and communicator. Really liked the site overall. Very clean bathroom. Cool Western style showers were a big relief at the end of the day… 6 showers for each gender! Quiet, great views and sunsets. Highly recommend. Kevin S, Castle Rock CO
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Kevin S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent · With kids ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Great camp setup with a ton of amenities. Very clean. Friendly host and staff
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Alex B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
A gem!
21 ft travel trailer ·
RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views
Amazing views. Resounding quiet. And all the amenities one hopes for, including full hookups and speedy WiFi. A great home base for exploring some of what SW Colorado has to offer.
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Joan R.
15 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Great campground!
Tent ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
What a great campground. The facilities are clean and creative. The kitchen is fully equipped. There is a really cool hangout area right next to the kitchen that would be great for a group gathering. The views and wide-open sky were great for stargazing. I stayed here to mountain bike Phil's World, it was great for that. I will stay here again and would recommend it.
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Dan V.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Amazing Memorial Day weekend
With pets ·
JUNIPER Camping Cabin by Mesa Verde
Kent and his wife are amazing hosts. They are extremely friendly down to earth people who have a sense of community. If you have kids, or don’t, pets or not, you’re solo or with a tribe, stay here. They are warming and welcoming. Im certain anyone can go to their camp and they will be met with the most welcoming hosts. Please keep doing what you do and we will be back ❤️
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Jarrad D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Amazing views, amazing amenities
Tent · With pets ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
This was a beautiful spot! Definitely recommend checking out the amenities. From the kitchen to the showers, they’re all clean and purposeful. The host was friendly and invited us to attend an event on the grounds. The site has delightful artistic flair, and it is also practical and well maintained. Not to mention the complementary cucumber lemon water was a special treat in the desert! We would love to stay here again in the future!
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Jenny B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
24 ft Class B ·
SUNRISE: Small RV CAMPSITE 30amp
Beautiful area! We got there after dark, so it was very nice to get to look around in the morning. We were next to a field with cows. Pretty sure we heard coyotes during the night. So many birds to watch, we even saw a hummingbird. The showers were clean and private, plus they had hot water. Big fan, would recommend!
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Caroline K.
11 months on Hipcamp

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