Amphitheater Campground - Ouray RD

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore Fees: $28 per night per camping unit; $10 per firewood bundle. Season: May 23 to Oct. 7 Status: closed Reservations: Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777, TDD 1-877-833-6777. Some sites are first-come, first-served. Amphitheater Campground is located on the side of a mountain above Ouray, CO. The campground is tightly designed with loops and 35 camping spurs among Gambel oaks and mixed conifers. There is a scenic overlook from the campground of Ouray and the "Amphitheater," which was formed by a volcanic explosion. A nice day trip is going into Ouray for the small mountain town feel and gift shopping. There is also a public hot spring pool in Ouray. The campground is best suited for tent camping and smaller trailers/RVs (RVs can park at sites 3 through 15, take the second right and follow the "trailer" signs). Total RV length should not exceed 35 feet. This is bear country. Please practice safe food storage techniques. Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recarea/?recid=32522 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.

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