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.

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4.6 out of 5

5 star		72%
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@DeborahR772108 · Camped on Jun 3, 2025 at Campsite #14

Very nice campground. Great location. Nice hike to and from hot springs which takes you past the waterfall and right past all the shops like Ouray Mountaineering. The campground hosts are very nice people and keep a clean campground.

@JAMESS8693241 · Camped on Jun 1, 2025 at Campsite #14

Always enjoy staying at the amphitheater campground. Site 14 has stunning views. Clean and well kept. The only negative are the old and smelly pit toilets. They should have been replaced years ago.

@BenS5147247 · Camped on Sep 11, 2024 at Campsite #23

Site 23 is right in the middle of the campground but still felt private, and very quiet. There are great views and hiking from the campground. Highly recommend Amphitheater Campground/ site 23 if you're in Ouray & looking to be close to the Million Dollar Highway. Our group can't wait to return.

@JanetD9735856 · Camped on Sep 10, 2024 at Campsite #17

Nice campground with very pit toilets. Road in campground is extremely narrow and has sharp curves. Its not for large motor homes or trailers. Sites not very level. Steve and Dave were excellent hosts.

@JAMESS8693241 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #11

Site 11 has fantastic views and good shade. Very limited camping areas in Ouray so its a challenge to book this campground. Beautiful area. The downside is the stench from the dilapidated vault toilets. They really should replace them.

@SusieW3346180 · Camped on Sep 1, 2024 at Campsite #22

This campground is always clean, outhouses are clean, the sites are always nicely groomed when we arrive, the area and views are stunning! The thing that makes it really great is the camp hosts, Steve and Lori Jonker and Dave and Nancy!! They are so friendly and super helpful all the time! Give them a raise!

@ChantelRF39908 · Camped on Aug 19, 2024 at Campsite #16

One of my favorite camp sites. Very clean, well maintained. He host is super friendly!

@KaitlynN1208BF · Camped on Aug 13, 2024 at Campsite #17

This was a nice and peaceful campground, we had a great experience. The camp host was super friendly and helpful and the bathrooms were clean and smelled good.

@RichardB341941 · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #10

The camp ground host was exceptional. He helped us get a space after our reservation space ended. After a very heavy rain he was on the road hand shoveling mud off the roadway. It was a pleasure to interact with him.

@DerekL4870960 · Camped on Aug 4, 2024 at Campsite #16

Love the park and location but site 16 had terrible sewage smell the entire time we were there. It is not even that close to the latrines.

@SheldonL89C0E4 · Camped on Aug 1, 2024 at Campsite #13

Fix the smell from the bathroom. Campers have been complaining about this now for years and you do nothing. $38.00 per night should not include free poop smell.

@Antoinett79EE3 · Camped on Jul 31, 2024 at Campsite #10

Beautiful location and sites! Dave and Steve were excellent camp hosts. I can't wait to go back!Antoinette

@JoeH9727393 · Camped on Jul 28, 2024 at Campsite #15

Great campground above the beautiful town of Ouray.

@SueC7675810 · Camped on Jul 22, 2024 at Campsite #4

The Amphitheater Campground is one of our favorites. The sites are spacious and clean. The restrooms were clean and actually smelled good! We discovered the great hiking trails coming right out of the campground and especially enjoyed the Ouray Perimeter Trail.

@KarenC7594177 · Camped on Jul 17, 2024 at Campsite #20

I have camped in this campground for over 50 years. I have seen it go through many changes. One of the biggest changes was the management from the national forest service to an independent management service. The independent management that currently manages the campground has seriously neglected taking care of a number of things. The outhouses were built in the late 70's or 80's and they just don't work right. They stink the whole campground up, but now there is rotten wood that is supporting the outhouses. They need to be replaced. They have for years. We stayed in two different camp spots and the rotten wood steps are terrible and also need to be replaced before bones get broken. The campground is one of the gems all around and has always bee a pleasure to stay in. Plus the hosts are absolutely wonderful!!!! They were helpful and very friendly! The management company just needs to fix, repair, and update a lot within the whole campground.

@MikeD2668364 · Camped on Jul 14, 2024 at Campsite #15

Beautiful camp ground!! The hosts do a great job keeping it clean! Dave and Tom are very friendly and welcoming!!

@AimeeV4227709 · Camped on Jul 8, 2024 at Campsite #14

I love Ampitheater campground! Great views. The tent sites are small but perfect for me. Campground host is always helpful and friendly.

@WendyT4765884 · Camped on Jul 6, 2024 at Campsite #22

The hosts were welcoming, the bathrooms were clean, and the views were amazing!

@EvanS6769947 · Camped on Jul 6, 2024 at Campsite #25

One of our favorite places to stay.

@StacieH7527557 · Camped on Jul 2, 2024 at Campsite #12

The hosts were friendly and attentive. Their organizational skills in arranging and organizing stays was exceptional. This mountain campground above Ouray, Colorado is an absolute delight.

@BekkiFF8FC193F · Camped on Jun 26, 2024 at Campsite #18

Amazing hosts and tons of camping opportunities right from the campground. Loved being close to town, million dollar highway, and off roading.

@CharlesS661433 · Camped on Jun 17, 2024 at Campsite #23

We reserved site 23 on a whim. It turned out to be not only the last site available but the best one in the campground. With nearly 360-degree views, including Ouray below and the San Juans above, it is one of the best places weve camped - period. The camp host was awesome, too. Cant wait to come back.

@KelseyR8218946 · Camped on Jun 12, 2024 at Campsite #9

This was one of our favorite camping experiences! The sites are beautiful- you cant get a bad one! The views are spectacular. The rangers are friendly and helpful. There are bears in the area so plan accordingly.

@RobertR8191303 · Camped on Jun 11, 2024 at Campsite #7

The campground is very conveniently located perched on the mountainside directly above Ouray. The campsites are large and the mountain views are great. Both Steve and David were the nicest, friendliest campground hosts we've ever encountered.

@eileenr5905441 · Camped on Jun 9, 2024 at Campsite #7

The camp hosts were very helpful

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