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Durango Placer

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· Hesperus, La Plata, Colorado

5 acres hosted by Joe G.

1 RV/tent site

Joe is a Star Host

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

All to yourself

98% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

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 !

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67 ratings · 63 reviews

Colleen H.recommends

July 8, 2024

Creekside

Great spot. A lot of traffic on the road during the holiday weekend though. Very nice creek running thru the land, lush vegetation and restful spot to cook out, with comfy chairs and even paper plates and cups.

Seth L.recommends

July 5, 2024

Creekside

Primitive Glamping

Joe’s camp is the best of both worlds! We have camped at a number of spots in the past decade but this one takes the cake as a home base. Think of it more as primitive glamping. You get to tent camp in the mountains while utilizing the amenities Joe has set up. Although we came prepared, the provided gear was useful. The work he has put into the land shows. He’s a respectful host who gives you your space, but is readily available should a need arise. It took us a couple of nights to get the layout of the land, but now we’ll be old pros when we return, because we are definitely returning in the future! To address a concern about road noise in an earlier review, yes you occasionally hear a vehicle or two travel up and down, but the sound of running water in the creek really cancels out the minimal road noise you might be concerned about. Thanks for a great stay, Joe!

Kyle C.recommends

July 1, 2024

Creekside

Lovely location, it was spectacular and serene. Would definitely go again.

Seton T.recommends

June 21, 2024

Creekside

The tent spot is tucked into the forest near the creek and is so beautiful and serene! And the amenities Joe added were a great plus!

James M.recommends

June 18, 2024

Creekside

Well equipped and beautiful location. Camping with a great fire pit, bbq and even out door heated shower all next to a creek he has gear to pan for gold. Well done!!

Brian F.recommends

June 18, 2024

Creekside

Creekside excellence!

What an amazing campsite this was. It set a high bar for all other sites. The setting was beautiful and tranquil with a creek running by. It offered plenty of shade and privacy. The host really thought of everything when building this site and his hospitality was second to none.

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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

Hosted by Joe G.

Joined in August 2021

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