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Durango Placer

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· Hesperus, La Plata, Colorado
5 acres hosted by Joe G.
1 RV/tent site
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All to yourself
99% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Joe is a Star Host
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Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Near Mesa Verde National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Mesa Verde.
Learn more about this land: The creek is just feet away from your tent site, with numerous waterfalls. Great hiking, or just taking in the scenery. So much to do in the immediate area: biking, hiking, fishing swimming, jeeping, exploring, rock hounding, birding, etc. Located 35 minutes from downtown Durango at 9300 feet. Visit the cool mountains and the cold creek. You will have the place to yourself. One group only on this property at a time. There are 3 tent sites to choose from, and a RV site to park. Up to 6 guests in a group allowed . Fire wood is provided free, a full kitchen with camp stove, sink , utensils, cups, and plates available. Updated privy, and hot showers. Enjoy ! The road closes in the winter so hosting is restricted from May 15th thru October 15th There is no cell service. Wifi is available. Landline is available in emergency. Happy Camping !The creek is just feet away from your tent site, with numerous waterfalls. Located 35 minutes from downtown Durango at 9300 feet, nestled in the Rockies. It is cool here so bring a jacket Daytime temps in the 70's; nighttime in the 50"s. Numerous places to explore nearby and afar. There are 3 tent sites to choose from, and a RV site to park. Full kitchen includes stove, pots and pan. utensils, soap, cleaning supplies , firewood, hot shower, and wash station provided. Up to 6 guests in group; Pricing is $40.00/person /night for one person. $35.00/ person/ night for additional campers, ie. 1 camper $ 40 ; 2 campers $ 75 3 campers $ 110 4 campers $ 145 5 campers $ 180 6 campers $ 215 The road closes in the winter so hosting is restricted from May thru September. There may be camping offered in October depending on weather conditions. There is no cell service. Wifi is available. Happy Camping !
Activities
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Climbing
Natural features
Forest
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
Waterfall
99%
80 ratings · 73 reviews
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Rachael S.recommends
September 1, 2024
Creekside
Really beautiful & well set-up
Joe's spot is really exceptionally beautiful. This was my first time using HipCamp and the bar is now high. Nestled up 124 miles after it has become a dirt road, the land is dense, beautiful forest of aspens & evergreens, boulders of various sizes & a hearty rushing stream running through (in late August, at least). Joe makes it all a welcome place to land, with varied trails running between two tent sites, the large kitchen & fire area, the outhouse & the outdoor shower (I didn't use as I was just there one night & it did require a tiny bit of handling). I noticed some folks writing about the proximity of the tent site to the road & cars- there is one closer to the road but there is another just a little further down the trail where the main sound you hear is the rushing of the stream, and, on Labor Day wknd, the occasional ATV or dirt bike over the stream. Communication was easy & I got to chat with Joe for a few minutes in person. Lovely. Would highly recommend, and longer than one night would be lovely!
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Michelle W.recommends
August 27, 2024
Creekside
Great Location and Host
Joe is awesome, the site is well equipped with everything you need. We were the only guests but all sites felt very private. There is plenty to see around the camp, we wish we had more time!
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Mary Lin V.recommends
August 23, 2024
Creekside
Very peaceful. The river/creek is pretty audible all around from the parking spot up to top of the property that backs to public lands. Great for hiking. Plenty of chairs to sit and relax in and out of the sun/rain. Great fire pit and camp set up. I would go back-dog had blast running in and around the creek.
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Bridget C.recommends
August 23, 2024
Creekside
Magical Retreat
Not sure where to start. Best campsite ever for this solo traveler. I spent most of my time by the creek in my hammock, reading or just losing myself in the sounds of the water rushing over rocks and the wind in the pines. As others noted, I did hear road noise at the kitchen area but not a problem. Highly recommend this site. Absolutely magical.
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Dylan K.recommends
August 17, 2024
Creekside
Joe is a great host! This is an immaculate location with great access for various outdoor activities.
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Amanda R.recommends
August 6, 2024
Creekside
Great camp! Will be back.
I loved this spot up La Plata canyon, perfect spot prior to the Kennebec race. Great camping amenities, I'm just sad that we had to leave a day early due to some animals needing vet care at home. I will 100% book this location again. Great level spot for our truck camper, but the tent site is so perfect as well. Loved being able to be right by Boren creek as well as having the opportunity if needed to shower and cook outside in a beautiful extended space. This campsite is campsite goals!
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Hesperus, La Plata, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Diné Bikéyah, Pueblos, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Joe G.

Joined in August 2021
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