$28
Amphitheater
Closed for the season
Total sites: 35
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
8,450 ft
61°F
42°F
42°F
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Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests › Ouray Ranger District › Colorado
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Amphitheater Campground, CO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Amphitheater Campground is located in the Ouray Ranger District, Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests (2 hrs 1 min southeast of Grand Junction, CO) with an elevation of 8,450 feet. There are a total of 35 campsites including 18 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the end of September. 17 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $28.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Campsite Reviews (142)
4.6 out of 5
| 5 star | 74% | |
| 4 star | 15% | |
| 3 star | 4% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 1% |
@KurtD77678F531 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #17
The campground is on the side of a steep hill with very narrow roads, tight turns and generally small sites. If you have a big motorhome or long trailer, this isnt a good choice for you. Its great, however, for tents, vans, campers and small trailers. We and some friends stayed here for five nights in early September while 4-wheeling the passes in our vintage Jeeps. We loved it. Despite a lot of turnover and being full every night, the campground was clean and quiet. Great views. Many nice sites. The camp hosts are awesome. They work hard and stay busy but do a great job keeping everything shipshape while being friendly and helpful. Hats off to them, they added a lot to our enjoyment while there. The only complaint from one of our friends was a noisy vent fan in a restroom near his campsite. It was a minor nighttime annoyance.
@JamesM9879118 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #6
Steve the camp host is great. But he can't make the road any bigger or the curves less tight. RECREATION.GOV needs to post in BIG PRINT that access to most of the sites in Amphitheater is TIGHT. The views are spectacular in almost all directions, but if your TOTAL vehicle length is greater than 35', pay close attention to where the site is located and how the site is entered and exited. Campsite #6 shows it holds a 24' trailer...and it does. But we only had inches to spare making the turn in the loop at the bottom to get out.
@JenipherA30409 · Camped on Sep 4, 2025 at Campsite #5
What a beautiful campsite the host was so full of wonderful information. They were very welcoming. The sites were clean and beautiful bathrooms. Had lights! We will definitely be back.
@PatriciaJ69268 · Camped on Aug 26, 2025 at Campsite #25
The campground and campsite were great. Gorgeous scenery. It was chilly and rainy nearly the whole time I was there, but that's not the fault of the campground. If the weather had been better, it would have been an excellent vacation. The camp hosts were delightful and helpful. The water was very convenient, and the facilities were spotless. High marks, except for the weather!
@AdamG5394164 · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #5
Where this campsite is situated is just outstandingly stunning. Sites are flat, spacious and well spaced out from one another. All sites are in beautiful surrounds. Easy short drive to Ouray town for eating out or shopping needs. Facilities are basic (drop toilets, no showers), however they are kept very clean.
@SteveQD0C37EC9 · Camped on Aug 18, 2025 at Campsite #20
Very nice campground. Quiet, well-maintained and well-located. Most sites are fairly private and the restrooms are clean. The windy road up the hill from Ouray filters out excessively large recreational vehicles.
@JanieJ7A820A53 · Camped on Aug 17, 2025 at Campsite #24
Stunning setting for a campground! Hosts were friendly and knowledgeable.
@SaraM7513074 · Camped on Aug 17, 2025 at Campsite #25
The camp ground hosts were very friendly and knowledgeable.
@MichaelB697476 · Camped on Aug 17, 2025 at Campsite #14
love this place. site # 14 has great views and has plenty of privacy. Ouray one of my favorite places in the state.
@RayJ8923719 · Camped on Aug 17, 2025 at Campsite #23
Beautiful location with great views. Camp hosts were great.
@HelenW99705788 · Camped on Aug 10, 2025 at Campsite #11
Such a beautiful spot! The camp host was so friendly and helpful with ideas of where to go and what to see. Our campsite was the best one in the whole campground, so we really lucked out! Bears did show up near us at another campsite , and the chipmunks got into our food so beware.
@JenniferS83796 · Camped on Aug 6, 2025 at Campsite #9
Sites were clean, great views, private feeling. Hiking trails from camp. Hosts (esp David and Nancy) were very friendly and accommodating. Only had reservation for one night and they found a ffs for next 3 nights. Ill be back!
@PatriciaH36547 · Camped on Aug 6, 2025 at Campsite #14
This campground is so unique! Close to town but secluded enough to feel remote. The trails that surround the campground are easily marked and varied for all types of hikes. The hosts were very accommodating and friendly. The cleanliness of the toilets, group spaces and sites were a testament to their dedication to making Amphitheater Campground special.
@RalfB75C060ED1 · Camped on Aug 4, 2025 at Campsite #14
I had fantastic hikes to the chief mine and the twin peaks.
@JanetK7081807 · Camped on Jul 28, 2025 at Campsite #6
The camp host, Steve was amazing! So very helpful and friendly. The campground itself was beautiful. It's a bit tight but once you're in your spot, the beauty and wildlife come to life. Really enjoyed our stay!
@AngieW57438637 · Camped on Jul 24, 2025 at Campsite #15
We love this campground - our family favorite! It has the best views, wildlife and camp hosts. Its right off the perimeter trail and close to town. We plan to come back every summer!!
@KelsiR7FC99FC5 · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #5
The campground was a fantastic place to stay. Although there are no showers, the restrooms were VERY clean and stocked with toilet paper. The campground host was very nice and helpful. The location is right off of Million Dollar Highway overlooking Ouray. We saw lots of wildlife but thankfully no bears!
@JeanneS20FEB63 · Camped on Jul 16, 2025 at Campsite #8
We were greeted by our camp host, Dave, just as we arrived. He gave us detailed directions to find our campsite and was very helpful throughout our stay with suggestions for hikes and activities around the area. We felt welcomed and he was available for any questions we had. Our experience at Amphitheater campground couldnt have been better!
@BrentD9353520 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #6
David and his wife were lovely host.
@BethanyRF53301 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #8
The hosts were amazing and the upkeep was top notch. I have never seen the hosts rake campsites between visitors. The hosts were also a wealth of knowledge and very present. The hosts did keep the pit toilets clean and placed airfreshner within, but because it is summer and many visitors, they did smell from time to time. My spot had amazing views and I would camp here again!
@RyanW7011906 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #20
Best campground ever! Hosts are super nice and helpful. So much to do in and around Ouray!
@TinneGAC674848 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #14
Gorgeous camping site overseeing Box Canyon. The hosts are the most lovely and helpful people. Clean bathrooms.
@LanaZ30AF8DC6B · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #15
Fantastic view and nicely spaced out camp sites!
@JAMESS8693241 · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #22
3 days 3 different sites due to being so crowded for July 4. Had a great time and the hosts help find me a site so we could stay on the 4th and watch the fireworks show.
@HeatherA230508 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #8
We adore this campgrounds. Steve, the camp host, is friendly and welcoming. The bathrooms are primitive but clean. The views are stunning. There is so much to do around here-its a perfect family destination. And deer come through the campgrounds daily.
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