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Bright Star Campground

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466 reviews
 · Cortez, Montezuma, Colorado
20 acres hosted by Kent A.
7 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 1 RV site
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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 have complimentary WiFi, drinking water, ice, hot showers, bathrooms, communal kitchen, and a shaded pavilion with picnic tables, art nook, ping pong, and more. We are open from April - October. All of our sites and amenities 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
SUNRISE campsite enjoys all our amenities including a camp-kitchen and hot showers! Just 5 miles to Main Street, Cortez and 22 min to the entrance of Mesa Verde Nat'l Park. This shaded site has room to park campers/RVs up to 26’ next to the shade awning. 30 amp electric + a 110 and water on the grounds. Has nice views to Mesa Verde Nat'l Park and is closest to the bathrooms (not too close ;). Sunrise has a fire pit and picnic table. This is a campground with great amenities yet still rustic. Complimentary filtered drinking water, coffee, tea, cooking spices and ICE (not for filling chests or bottles over 1 gallon). Hot showers, Vault toilets have sinks with running water, and the central kitchen has everything you need to cook, hot plates and appliances, pots, utensils, large sink. There is also a fridge/freezer to use. See all the pictures! We provide dishes, you wash them, we provide the big sink, soap and hand towels.
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SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 26 ft
Sitting in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park's backside, enjoy 360 views! 5 miles from main street Cortez. Covered Tent/Van/Hammock site facing west. We have nice toilets, showers, and a central EQUIPPED kitchen for you to use with a covered pavilion. There is complimentary ICE, filtered drinking water (for small containers) coffee, tea, Pots, Pans, Utensils, Plates, etc for use and a dedicated refrigerator for camper's use. Reservation includes 1-3 people. Up to 8 people at this site. $8 ea guest after the first three. All guests are checked in at the gate. Dogs allowed. 3 maximum dogs for this site. The covered pavilion next to the kitchen has picnic tables, a propane grill, hammocks, sofas, a telescope, PING PONG, Fuse Ball, Darts.. there are also swings for kids. Hot showers are included. Running water, wifi and electricity on the campground.
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UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 27 ft
UTE VIEW #2 is named for its West view of the iconic Sleeping Ute Mountain. However, the views are 360 deg including Mesa Verde Nat'l Park to the East. A great site for Tents, Vans and RV's up to 27'. Tall 5th Wheels will NOT fit the turn. No hookups at this site but we have amenities. (our other UTE 2 site has water and 30 AMP, SUNRISE site has 30 AMP only) Bright Star Campground is just 5 miles from Main St, Cortez Colorado, and 22 minutes to the entrance of Mesa Verde Nat'l Park. The following are included and COMPLIMENTARY to our campers: WIFI KITCHEN: A community space equipped with drinking water, ice, dishes, appliances, a fridge/freezer, coffee, tea, spices, pots & utensils.. Dishwashing station, soaps & towels! HOT SHOWERS: 2 Shower houses with 6 stalls each VAULT TOILETS: The toilets are vault or "pit" but the sinks have running water COVERED PAVILION: Next to the Kitchen is a lrg community space, see pictures SWING SET: With small climbing structure Campsites include two people. There is an extra fee for up to five campers (per person). A sixth person under 6 yrs old is okay. No charge for guests under six, do not include them on the reservation. Dogs and Cats are OK, no charge (up to 3) and must be on leads or tie out. Bright Star Campground is one of Hipcamp's top campgrounds and awarded #3 in 2024 out of over 500 Colorado Hipcamps! We are a "Mom and Pop" locally owned commercial campground. Camp Hosts are always on site. We also have a large covered Group Site, Camping Cabins, Tipis (furnished and unfurnished) an authentic Navajo HOGAN (small wood yurt) a furnished equipped 2 bedroom house, and more tent/van sites.
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VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 27 ft
Big 360 deg views in this location just 5 mi from Main St., Cortez, and 23 minutes to the entrance of Mesa Verde Nat'l Park! The Views looks at the West side of Mesa Verde. This is a dry site on a campground with amenities. Showers, camp kitchen, bathrooms, drinking water, ice, electricity and a shady pavilion are included on the grounds. The Views sites have firepits and picnic tables. All amenities are central on the campground and not far. Please read the VIEWS main menu, see the photos. This is at Bright Star Campground in Cortez, Colorado. This site is great for tents, vans, campers, RV's up to 26' but without hookups. You get a lot of extras at this campground with the hot showers, equipped kitchen, propane grill, wifi, covered pavilion area, a fridge/freezer to use, complimentary filtered drinking water, ice , spices for cooking and coffee..
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VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 26 ft
Big 360 deg views in this location just 5 mi from Main St., Cortez, and 22 minutes to the entrance of Mesa Verde Nat'l Park! The Views looks at the West side of Mesa Verde. This is a dry site on a campground with amenities. Showers, camp kitchen, bathrooms, drinking water, ice, electricity and a shady pavilion are included on the grounds. The Views sites have firepits and picnic tables. All amenities are central on the campground and not far. Please read the VIEWS main menu, see the photos. This is at Bright Star Campground in Cortez, Colorado. It is 5 miles outside of the Town on a dead end road. This site is great for tents, vans, campers, RV's up to 26' but without hookups. You get a lot of extras at this campground with the hot showers, equipped kitchen, propane grill, wifi, covered pavilion area, a fridge/freezer to use, complimentary filtered drinking water, ice , spices for cooking and coffee..
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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
Looking at Mesa Verde Nat'l Park and just 5 mi to Main St., Cortez, UTE VIEW 1 is a beautiful site on a spacious campground with 30 amp, water hookups and Wifi. No sewer but we have hot showers, toilets, a full kitchen with wash station, cooking appliances, pots, dishes and more just steps away.  It is wide and almost flat with panoramic mountain and mesa views. Ute View 1 is also close to the furnished pavilion for your use. Camp Kush is located in the Great Sage Plain in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic mountain/mesa views of the Four Corners region.  We also have Tipis, camping cabins, bunkhouses, tent and vehicle sites, a community kitchen, vault toilets with sinks, running water and soap, and again, hot showers. Our sites are spread out and this is not a concrete RV Park, it is on a wide open 40 acre rural ranch, yet convenient to downtown Cortez! Views are of Mesa Verde National Park and surrounding Mountains and Mesas.
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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, RV not included. 30 amp and 50 amp. It is only 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 strong Wifi, Propane Grill, Picnic Table and Fire Pan. This double-wide Mesa Verde view RV Pad is quiet and enjoys amenities from our campground yet is separated by .2 mi on the same 40-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, not in the back so you still feel private as you will face West.  There is also a privacy wall fence between the house and RV Pad. The campground's amenities open MAY 20 in 2025 and are available to you, including hot showers, an equipped community kitchen, and Game Pavilion. 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! This site is not for 2 RV's such as 1 camper van + 1 C-class, it is for a single unit unless you contact us with details and approval. Check-in time ends at 10:00 pm. Thank you! (Also: the main campground does not open in 2025 until May 20th. This RV Pad is on the same property, but separate. Showers and the camp kitchen will open May 15, 2025)
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JUNIPER Camping Cabin by Mesa Verde

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Cabin · Sleeps 6
Bright Star Campground is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic views 5 miles from Cortez.  We have lots of fun campground amenities! These private cabins are rustic camping cabins. The Toilets, hot showers and equipped camp-kitchen with water, ice, appliances, pots and dishes for guest's use are centrally located and SHARED by the campground.  Juniper Cabin has a comfy queen bed that comes with a mattress pad and clean fitted sheet. BRING your own pillows, blankets and towels. (we have a different cabin that comes with full linens but this one, Juniper, is optional so you don't pay for what you do not need. These cabins have electricity and fans. They do not have AC or Heat and are not insulated (Summer nights are typically high 60's). The bathrooms, showers and kitchen are a short path walk away. The furnished pavilion also has a propane bbq grill and there is a firepit you can use for campfires. (Sometimes we are in a fire ban).  - Please add pets or linens/pillows/towels for the bed or bunks in "Extras". See all of our photos for this listing and it's surroundings! We also have private bunkhouse cabins, tipis, tent, RV and vehicle sites, a stocked community kitchen, a covered event space, vault toilets with sinks/running water. There are two shower houses, each with six stalls and hot water on demand. FOLLOW US on IG for updates at Bright_Star_Campground and find us on the web for our StarHouse 2 bdr/2bath house on the property  BrightStarCampground There are so many things to do/see nearby: Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, Hovenweep National Monument and Phil's World. Raft down the Dolores River, maybe rent an SUP or kayak and chill on a quiet reservoir.  Take a day trip to Durango just 45 min drive, go to Sutcliff Winery for a tasting (25 min drive)There are several museums and cultural centers in the area as well. The road is paved until the last 1/4 mi. Any vehicle is fine but it can be bumpy on the last 1/4 mi.   Durango is 45 min and Telluride is 1.5 hr drive.  Moab is less than 2.5 hours away-including Arches and Canyonlands National parks. Phil's World Mountain Biking Trails is TEN MINUTES away.    The best/nearest airport is in Durango (airport is 1 hr 15 min), and the nearest large international airports are in Albuquerque or Salt Lake City.  However, Cortez Airport has options, see below.                  CORTEZ AIRPORT:  15 min to  Bright Star---DENVER AIR or Key Lime Air for commercial flights to Denver International Airport and Phoenix Sky-Harbor International Airport.  You can book a flight to Denver or Phoenix then a commuter on DENVER AIR to Cortez. The Durango Airport is 1.15 hrs drive and has many more options.
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CHASING MOON Tipi ~Mesa Verde views

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Bell tent · Sleeps 5
Enjoy beautiful 360 deg Sunsets and the Moon rising over Mesa Verde Nat'l Park!  This is a premium 330 sf Tipi and our only one with an electric 110 inside. It is closest to the amenities.  It is a "Glamping Tipi". It comes with a queen bed (either a tall air mattress or queen futon) and a clean fitted sheet only. NO other linens or pillows are included. You can rent linens with pillows and towels or bring your own. It has reclining chairs and a firepit. This is on a campground with amenities that include showers and a stocked kitchen to use. Twin sleeping pads can be added for kids (or padded cots can be requested, subject to availability) We have sleeping Bag/Pillow/Towel setups (camper sets) available to rent, or Queen bedding sets w/towels ($15).  Bright Star Campground has toilets, hot showers and an equipped kitchen to use. Complimentary coffee, filtered water, and ice. We are located on the Great Sage Plain in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic mountain/mesa views. It is just 5 miles southeast of Main St, Cortez. On our 20 acres we have tent and RV sites spread out, a fully equipped house (The StarHouse), private camping and bunkhouse cabins, four furnished and unfurnished Tipis, nice pit toilets with sinks, and hot showers. Our guests enjoy a furnished pavilion for shade, grilling, and dining. Bring your own linens or rent ours. Please select linens in "EXTRAS" also add pets in "EXTRAS". Thanks! See all the photos!
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MUSTANG Tipi ~ Mesa Verde views

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Dome · Sleeps 5
Mustang Tipi is for those who want to look at the stars and take in the Southwest sunsets. It has a Queen bed with full linens and 2 towels + 3 floor mattresses. For the floor pads: Bring your own linens/sleeping bags or a campers set can be rented for $15.00 each, which includes a sleeping bag, pillow and towel. This 20' deluxe Tipi has big rugs, a small battery fan w/light and a portable battery to plug in a lamp and phone charger. 5 max for this Tipi. See all the photos of the Campground and the amenities.
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RAVEN Tipi ~ Mesa Verde Views

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Bell tent · Sleeps 6
Set on a Campground with amenities, The big RAVEN Tipi is for those who want to look at the stars and take in the Southwest sunsets. It is furnished with a King bed, Queen futon plus cots or floor pads. This is glamping so enjoy a very comfy camping experience without hauling gear! We even provide all the cooking gear, a fridge/freezer, ice, etc in our community campground kitchen.. just bring the food . Walk to the Bathrooms and showers. Bright Star Campground is just 5 mi from Main St, Cortez with 360 deg views from Mesa Verde to the iconic Sleeping Ute Mountains. The camper's kitchen is stocked with pots, appliances, dishes, coffee, etc. Bring your food and enjoy our dining pavilion with tables and games. We provide spices, coffee, oil, filtered drinking water, ice, dish soap, a fridge/freezer.. so come sit under the stars even if you aren't prepared for the outdoors, we have you covered! Raven also has a small pump sink for convenience, a charging battery, solar lights, outdoor chairs, table and fire pit.. and more. This large 24' deluxe Tipi is 440 sf inside! The base price includes 2 guests, it is $8 ea for additional people over 12 yrs and $5 for under 13 yrs. 4 adult max or 6 with kids (six people is okay if the 6th is under 6 yrs. Do not include the 6th on the reservations, but let us know. See all the photos of the Campground and the amenities. For a group site, this is a great Tipi to combine with one or two of the 20' Tipis close to it. Each has different sleeping options, prices, and equipment. They all face East to Mesa Verde National Park.
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SAGE: Bunk Cabin ~ near Mesa Verde

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Cabin · Sleeps 6
We are "BRIGHT STAR CAMPGROUND" on 40 acres just 5 mi from Cortez, CO, and looking up at Mesa Verde National Park.  SAGE is a rustic bunkhouse on a friendly campground with amenities! It is NOT a shared bunkhouse (it's all yours) but you will share bathrooms, showers and a wonderful stocked campground kitchen with a fun pavilion attached.  The base price includes 2 guests. 3-6 Additional guests are $10 each, per night.  NO CHARGE for kids 5 yr and under. Do not include them on the reservation, but let us know in a message. Bunkhouses are basic shelter structures with electricity and fans. You bring your own bedding/linens or add "camper sets" for $10 in "extras".  A clean sleeping bag, pillow and towel is a "CAMPER SET". Camping-Cabin Bunkhouses do not have heat or AC, but evenings cool down and in the day our furnished Pavilion is a shadier cooler option to relax.  Bright Star is located in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic mountain/mesa views of the Four Corners region, all only 5 miles from Cortez. See our years of 5 star reviews! PETS: Add pets in "EXTRAS". They must be added to a reservation. They cannot run around the Campground off-leash or be left inside the Bunkhouse unsupervised for more than 1 hr (less if it's hot summer days) We also have the same style cabins with beds and linens and six bunks on one side. The Campground has Tent, furnished and unfurnished Tipis, and two RV sites with 30amp . The community kitchen is stocked with pots, dishes, spices, complimentary coffee, clean water and Ice.  Shower Houses have hot water on demand! The Vault Toilets include sinks with running water.  ~ For a more unique stay, there is also a traditional Navajo "HOGAN" tiny house (similar to a wood yurt) that is set more privately from the main campground.   FOLLOW US on IG for updates at Bright_Star_Campground and find us on the web for our vacation rental 2 bedroom "Star House" booking on the property       -  BrightStarCampground.    There are many things to do/see nearby: Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, Hovenweep National Monument and Phil's World mountain biking. Raft down the Dolores river, maybe rent an SUP or kayak and chill on a quiet reservoir. There are several museums and cultural centers in the area as well. We are located just outside of Cortez. You really need a vehicle to get the full Colorado experience as public transportation is scarce...and the land, vast! However, we do have occasional groups on bicycles! Durango is 45 min and Telluride is 1.5 hr drive.  Moab is 2 hours away-including Arches and Canyonlands National parks about 2.5 hrs. Phil's World Mountain Biking Trails is TEN MINUTES away.
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ANASAZI Tipi ~ Mesa Verde views

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Bell tent · Sleeps 5
ANASAZI TIPI is set on a campground with amenities. Bring your own linens/sleeping bags OR rent ours for a "laundry fee". It is camping w/extras. It has a tall Queen Air Mattress plus quality Futon and foam floor pads if needed. Tipis come with rugs, reclining camp chairs, etc! We have a camper's kitchen stocked with pots, appliances, a fridge/freezer, dishes, coffee, etc. Just bring your food. We provide spices, coffee, oil, filtered drinking water, ice, dish soap and a big sink to wash dishes. We are just 5 mi from downtown Cortez and 22 min to the Mesa Verde NP entrance. This large 20' deluxe Tipi has a portable solar light and a small battery fan w/light, a table and a trash can for convenience. There is a fire pit and chairs. The base price includes 2 guests. 5 max guests in this Tipi but if you have a 6th child under 6 yrs, that's okay, no charge! Extra guest fees per day are for the showers and other amenities on-site. Do not include kids 5 and under on the reservation, they are free. See all the photos of the Campground and the amenities. This is a great Tipi to create a small group site. Combine with a tent, small RV, Camping Cabin or Van camping. Or, combine the Tipis such as the ex-large furnished Raven Tipi for a group site, etc. For custom group packages at Bright Star Campground, call us.
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SKY: Bunk Cabin ~ near Mesa Verde

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Cabin · Sleeps 6
We accidentally deleted our SKY Cabin listing and lost its 5 years of stellar reviews. You can look at Bright Star Campground's overall reviews to see more of what our guests say about us!   THIS IS "GLAMPING." It is camping made easy! SKY Cabin is a private "camping camping" with electricity, fans, but no AC.  In the Summer the nights cool down as we are at 6100' "high plains/desert" BRIGHT STAR CAMPGROUND is just 5 miles from Main St. in Cortez and 22 minutes to the Mesa Verde entrance. It has 360 deg views spanning from Mesa Verde Nat'l Park, to Sleeping Ute Mountain. The Cabin shares the Campground's bathrooms, showers, kitchen and pavilion.  Sky Cabin comes with a nice queen bed . Bring your own linens, or rent ours. There is also a wall of six bunks. The base nightly price includes 2 guests. Up to 5 additional guests are $10 each per night. Children under 6 yr are free (do not include them in the reservation).   Please see all the pictures! For Pets, please select the number of pets in EXTRAS For adding Queen Linens or Sleeping Bags "Camper Sets" select that in EXTRAS. You will have close access to the following: A community kitchen stocked with dishes, pots, utensils, spices to use. Nice pit toilets sinks with running water and hot showers.  A furnished pavilion for shade, dining, ping pong, BBQ and hammocks is next to the kitchen. It has filtered drinking water, Ice, and everything you need to cook. There is complimentary coffee and often farm-fresh eggs for the taking.   On our 40 acres we also have four large Tipis (furnished and unfurnished), a fully equipped vacation house (The Star House), bunkhouses, tent sites, RV sites. For larger groups, 8-50 people, we have a big covered group site and we can also customize reservations using multiple sites. For big groups of up to 65 people, you can rent the entire campground but at least 6 months advance is usually needed.
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98% Recommend714 ratings · 466 reviews
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· June 2025
18 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
UTE #1 30 amp RV site ~ Mesa Verde
Kent was very accommodating when our plans changed due to a health issue. He was very responsive and polite
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Steve L.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Paradise in Mesa Verde's shadow!
22 ft campervan · With kids ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
This is a beautiful space, which absolutely surprised us and surpassed all our expectations. The warmth of the hosts, the camaraderie of the other campers, and the true beauty of the surrounding area was absolutely perfect for our family. We cooked in the communal kitchen and relaxed under at tin roof listening to the rain while our kids played games and created art. We wish we had spent more time there. Thank you guys!
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Christy L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
It was beautiful. The common areas were a nice perk.
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Nomi G.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
Beautiful!
CHASING MOON Tipi ~Mesa Verde views
Surrounded by beauty! So peaceful and good vibes. Great hosts! Very friendly and welcoming. Will be back!
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Makayla M.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
30 ft Class C · With kids ·
UTE #1 30 amp RV site ~ Mesa Verde
Incredible campsite! Amazing shared space with ping pong table and art supplies. The children had such a blast and the desert was quiet and peaceful. Beautiful place we hope to return to.
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Brian M.
6 reviews
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· June 2025
Would definitely stay here again!
Tent · With pets ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
We arrived in the dark, and pulled in to this site only to find a considerable amount of mud and quickly pulled out so we wouldn’t get stuck. Kent and party met us shortly thereafter and offered us a different site that was dry. There had been considerable rain, so it was not within their control, but they were so accommodating and fixed the issue so swiftly! We greatly appreciated this. We stayed instead at Juniper 2 and actually felt this was a better site overall, close to shower houses and kitchen, but far enough to have mostly privacy. The property is beautiful and fun with impressive touches throughout.
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Jaime D.
2 reviews
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· June 2025
Would book again
18 ft campervan ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Great campground for some peace and quiet, stunning views 360 degrees, as well as amenities like hot showers, full kitchen, and an outdoor pavilion. We went before busy season so no crowds and super private. The showers are like a shack with a hose, not what I was expecting as a first time camper lol. I wish we could have stayed longer!
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Jenny T.
3 reviews
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· June 2025
Tent ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Great spot, cool vibe, everything you need; fire pit, table, shade cover, bathrooms, showers, and more. Loved it!
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Leslie N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Very nice
Tent ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Sun Country/Bright Star Campsite was great! We stayed in the "sunset site" and enjoyed the view. Bathrooms were very clean and the showers were hot. The activity Pavillion had ping pong, corn hole, rock painting and couches where we could just relax. The kitchen is fully stocked. And the host is wonderful
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Robin E.
4 reviews
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· May 2025
Tent ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Perfect balance between being secluded enough to get away from it all, but close enough to town to run and buy supplies. Beautiful location, a full kitchen loaded with cooking supplies for campers to use, a great deal on firewood that beats anything you'd get from a gas station, a lovely shower facility, a clean bathroom, and plenty of electrical outlets for campers to charge their devices with. Everyone I met was super friendly and it felt almost like a small community and not just a campground full of individual parties of people. I hope I get the chance to stay here again!
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Wesley B.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Wonderful Site, Beautiful location
23 ft Class C ·
RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views
Wonderful site, beautiful location. We were in the The camp was located in a beautiful idyllic locations with mountain views all around. It was quiet and peaceful. We rented the RV site. The site had the full hookups. It also had an extremely level concrete pad. There was also a picnic table and firepit. Everything you could need. The rest of the camp was soo cool with the TeePees. Everything was neat and clean. Kent was very nice and helpful. I'd totally stay again. Highly recommend.
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Margaret W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
16 ft car ·
VIEWS #1 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
The best campground I have ever stayed at. The amenities and views were top notch for a fantastic price. The common space kitchen has everything you need and then some. Very well maintained and you can tell that they take pride in this campground. The simple touches made it that much better. Blown away. Will be coming back!
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Kris V.
42 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Great spot!
Tent ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
Awesome site! Great views of Mesa Verde National Park from site 2. There's a firepit on site, but even better there is a full kitchen with hot plates, fresh water and grills a short walk away. The kitchen area has a patio that serves as a hangout area with couches, a hammock and heat lamp. It was nice to have a place to cook that was indoors as it was a bit chilly that night. Awesome sunset taboot! I hope to return to this site next time i visit Cortez or Mesa Verde
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Clay H.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Chasing Moon Tipi for the WIN!
With pets ·
CHASING MOON Tipi ~Mesa Verde views
We rolled into the campground, found our tipi, and we were immediately greeted by Kent and one of the other guys working to create a beautiful walkway to the Chasing Moon tipi. The bed inside was so comfortable and the temperature inside stayed regulated by the fan. Naturally we were glamping and the electricity really helped keep our devices charged so we could take amazing pictures just down the road at Mesa Verde. We were also introduced to the Dotty Wampus Magical Chocolate Factory very nearby which is a cannot miss if you're staying at the campground. A full kitchen made it easy for people to cook and the fun covered area with ping pong tables, comfortable seating and good vibes made it a great experience. The shower proximity to Chasing Moon is quite nice and while the bathroom was a bit farther away, we found it easy all around. We had an awesome time over Memorial Day weekend.
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Kim Z.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
CHASING MOON Tipi ~Mesa Verde views
Really an excellent campsite with lots of different accommodations and lodgings to choose from the view is wonderful. The camp hosts keep the facilities in tiptop shape.
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Abigail C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With pets ·
VIEWS #2 ~ Campsite near Mesa Verde
My group of friends and I had a great stay! This was the perfect home base for hiking at Mesa Verde and mountain biking at Phil’s World nearby. It was convenient having all of the amenities (kitchen, bathroom, etc.) while we camped and the communal area was a relaxing place to gather. We’d come back!
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Val O.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
What an amazing campground! Abundant amenities , clean bathrooms and warm showers, and easy to find with close proximity to stores and food. You can see so many stars at night since there is hardly any light. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay near Cortez!
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Caleb M.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
26 ft Class C · With kids ·
RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views
Close to town but feels remote. Wide open space, great for seeing the night sky. Friendly host.
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Marie N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Had a great night tent camping at Robins spot. The shelter was nice to give the tent a little extra protection from the rain that came down all night
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Shane H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Best Hipcamp Experience Yet!!!
MUSTANG Tipi ~ Mesa Verde views
My wife and I loved camping at Robins place. Brightstar Campground is an all around peaceful and beautiful place to stay. We stayed in a Tipi for two nights and the Mountain cabin another two nights because we liked the vibe so much. Both lodging options were more than big enough for my wife and I and very comfortable. The early spring nights get cold, but each bed is outfitted with a variety of blankets to stack up. We used our own extras some nights, but didn't need them the whole time. The amenities and accommodations were very accurate to the website and hipcamp description with a few pleasant surprises sprinkled in. Robin was flexible and friendly, but not overbearing as a host. Check in and out was easy and hosts were consistently responsive via text or call. Kent, the new camp host was friendly and helpful through the stay. He has a great eye for unique art and a knack for outdoor hospitality! Anyone who is used to camping and glamping would absolutely thrive here and if you're just looking to dip your toe in but not ready for packing and planning all your own gear and camping trip the tipi or cabin would be a great option!
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Kayla W.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
16 ft car ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
What a perfect spot for a night! I needed something simple and would have been fine with just a campsite but the bathroom amenities and communal kitchen/lounge area was above and beyond. I enjoyed the simplicity of camping while accessing the WiFi to work. Such a lovely spot. I look forward to staying again next time in passing through!
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Brittany L.
8 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Car camper
Tent ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Great spot! Really fun group hangout area and beautiful Mountain View’s.
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Katie S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
We had such a great experience at this campsite. We were at “sunset” and set up a tent, and it was so nice having a GREAT shower and very clean bathrooms. We loved sitting on the observation deck and had great views. Some dogs barking/crickets, but a peaceful night. Also loved the common space, stocked with games and ping pong. Will definitely be back!
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Haley M.
5 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
12 ft Class B ·
UTE #2 Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
We had a great stay at Bright Star! We were able to stay in the Hogan the first night we were there after all of our camping gear was wet logged from the previous days of camping. The hogan was nice and warm with the wood fire stove inside and fit the bill for a stay inside. The campsite we had at UTE was level and had fantastic views of UTE mountain and 360 surrounding of the area. We loved having the camp kitchen for coffee and water and appliances as needed and having a bathroom and shower was great. It’s close to town to go in for any needs and only about 20-30 min from Mesa Verde NP! We would definitely return!
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Lauren I.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Grandiose views and close to town
Tent ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
If you are looking for a campsite that feels remote, provides solitude, and has grandiose views of the sky and mountains but it close enough to a small town for emergency supplies, then Brighton Star is the camp for you. The big draws for us were the community pavilion and kitchen, running water, and toilets. The kitchen was extremely clean and a big bonus was that they had an ice machine! Also loved that they had microwaves. The campsite hosts were very responsive, friendly, and helpful. The only downside of our experience was that we had a tough time finding soft ground to lay or tent on. We stayed at the “Sunset” site. If you have a mattress, then you are all set, but if not, be prepared for a rough night of sleep. Must bring mattress. Overall, a wonderful campsite!
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Katrina F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
24 ft campervan ·
SUNRISE: Small RV CAMPSITE 30amp
This property is gorgeous! It’s not fancy, but has literally anything you could possibly need. The Mesa views will knock your socks off. Please do remember that the Colorado weather is constantly changing. Be prepared. Communication from the host is prompt and clear. Will totally stay again.
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Gezelle W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With pets ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Cute place with everything we needed! A flat camping spot with a lovely barrier for wind & privacy, and a picnic table + restrooms. The kitchenette and showers was nice to have access to, although we didn’t use it.
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Jazmin C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Worth it!
19 ft campervan ·
RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views
I loved staying here! It was easier to find than I thought it would be. There's bathrooms, showers, a kitchen, a little area to hang out and play ping pong, darts, etc. Plenty of space between spots.
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Susie L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Great Hosts! YouTube Video Uploaded
20 ft campervan · With pets ·
SUNSET: Campsite ~ near Mesa Verde
Great amenities and communal set up! I uploaded a 3 min YouTube about this location highlighting what’s available and introducing the host, Robin titled ‘Bright Star Campground | Hipcamp near Cortez, Colorado (4 Corners Region)’ @caleblivesoutside.
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Caleb H.
13 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Star Qualities
24 ft Class B · With pets ·
RV PAD full hookup Mesa Verde views
We loved our stay here. Robin and Troy are good people, very friendly and helpful. The location is unique, close to town yet quiet with great views. We shy away from packed RV parks so Bright Star was a natural choice.
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Irene N.
2 reviews

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