Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Lay, CO
Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the Rocky Mountains and the vast plains of Colorado, Lay, CO, offers an array of camping options, perfect for nature enthusiasts. For RV lovers, the nearby Flatiron Reservoir Campground provides full hookups and easy access to fishing, boating, and hiking trails, ensuring a comfortable and scenic getaway. Tent campers can explore the expansive San Isabel National Forest, where designated campgrounds like North Fork provide shaded spots along beautiful streams, surrounded by towering pine trees, perfect for immersing in nature. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping in the rugged foothills of the Wet Mountains allows campers to set up under the stars, far from typical campground bustle, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges. The area's diverse geography—from rolling hills to dramatic peaks—invites adventure in all forms, whether it’s hiking, biking, or wildlife watching. Embrace the spirit of the great outdoors in Lay, CO, where both relaxation and excitement await at every camping destination.
Big Creek Lakes Campground is located in the Parks Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest (2 hrs 59 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 9,021 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to mid September. 24 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Dripping Springs Campground is located in the Flaming Gorge Ranger District, Ashley National Forest (3 hrs 45 min east of Provo, UT) with an elevation of 6,084 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 23 and 95 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $127.00. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Split Mountain Group Campground is part of Dinosaur National Monument in Utah (2 hrs 35 min northwest of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 4,808 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $40.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Green River (Jensen) Campground is part of Dinosaur National Monument in Utah (2 hrs 35 min northwest of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 4,785 feet. There are a total of 80 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Marvine Campground is located in the Blanco Ranger District, White River National Forest (2 hrs 30 min northeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 8,166 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of November. 16 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 61 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $27.00 to $32.00.
Teal Lake Group Campground is located in the Parks Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest (2 hrs 55 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 8,824 feet. The site is normally open from the beginning of June to mid September. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Activities include fishing.
Green River (Manila) Campground is located in the Flaming Gorge Ranger District, Ashley National Forest (3 hrs 50 min east of Provo, UT) with an elevation of 5,544 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $13.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
North Fork Campground is located in the Blanco Ranger District, White River National Forest (2 hrs 21 min northeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 7,874 feet. There are a total of 28 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $27.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Shepherds Rim Campground is located in the Blanco Ranger District, White River National Forest (3 hrs 9 min northeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 9,781 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of November. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 54 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $22.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Pronghorn Campground is part of Elkhead Reservoir State Park in Colorado (3 hrs 58 min west of Boulder, CO) with an elevation of 6,447 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites including 11 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the end of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 68 and 141 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, restroom. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Bears Ears Campground is part of Elkhead Reservoir State Park in Colorado (3 hrs 58 min west of Boulder, CO) with an elevation of 6,395 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 48 and 66 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $22.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Pearl Lake Campground is part of Pearl Lake State Park in Colorado (3 hrs 59 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 8,038 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, restroom. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Rifle Gap Campground is part of Rifle Gap State Park in Colorado (1 hr 16 min northeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 5,983 feet. There are a total of 82 campsites including 10 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 72 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 115 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 33 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 5 sites have electric and water hookups. 15 sites have electric hookups. 8 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $41.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Stagecoach Campground is part of Stagecoach State Park in Colorado (3 hrs 14 min west of Boulder, CO) with an elevation of 7,208 feet. There are a total of 86 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 61 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $36.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Steamboat Lake Campground is part of Steamboat Lake State Park in Colorado (4 hrs west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 8,050 feet. There are a total of 188 campsites including 20 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 168 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 78 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $36.00. Some amenities include dump station, swimming, marina, restroom. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Yampa River Campground is part of Yampa River State Park in Colorado (3 hrs 41 min west of Boulder, CO) with an elevation of 6,300 feet. There are a total of 51 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of November. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 35 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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