Best Places to Camp for Free in Colorado

Map of free camping in CO: www.campendium.com/colorado/f...
The top places to camp for free in Colorado based on reviews from campers in the Campendium community:
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1:13 Free Camping near Great Sand Dunes National Park
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1:58 Free Camping near Mesa Verde National Park
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2:49 Free Camping near Durango, CO
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3:28 Free Camping near Silverton, CO
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4:04 Free Camping near Pagosa Springs, CO
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4:49 Free Camping near Buena Vista, CO
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5:41 Free Camping in Shavano Wildlife Management Area
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6:09 Free Camping at Williams Fork Reservoir
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6:43 Free Camping near Grand Lake, CO
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7:21 Free Camping near Fruita, CO
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[@lexstacks6944]

I highly recommend the san juan mountains of southwestern Colorado. Anywhere near Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Telluride, etc.. i used to camp in Cunningham gulch just outside of Silverton, co. Just past the old one hundred mine. Beautiful country!

[@lpnlivelihood8685]

The best video sharing. I love watching new places around the world as I have never been anywhere.

[@djp1234]

Love this app. Please add more free campsites. Camping in the wild is the best way to do it.

[@Campendium]

😊 We're always up for hearing of new free campsites! We've also got an entire search and review website over at www.campendium.com which features the ability to filter by 'free' if that's your jam.

[@T25de]

Should have tons of goodies for $25/month

[@whistlewyouwork]

I love Campendium and use it often, but these videos are very helpful. Nice to see the areas nearby and have the links. We've been wanting to go to Mesa Verde, but were very unhappy to learn that they don't take the National Parks Senior Pass. Love the option of the nearby campsite you featured. Thank you!

[@curtc6765]

Thanks for sharing, great content. As a Rocky Mountain region resident I'm always looking for new adventures. Will check these places out.

[@awitnessuntoallnations]

Great video! Thank you for highlighting free camping in Colorado. Hoping to have the opportunity to visit beautiful Colorado this summer. All of your recommendations look inviting. Can see why they made the list! 😊

[@Campendium]

Happy travels! 🏕

[@BabyMilo444]

Great list and well put together video. Definitely gonna hit one of these on my way through next month. Thank you 🤟🏻

[@Campendium]

Have an awesome trip! - Liz

[@SnaFubar_24]

I have wanted to go to Mesa Verde for the past 8-10 years and I am finally able to plan a trip this summer! Thanks for the beautiful campsite advice!

[@Campendium]

Have an amazing trip! 🏕 -Liz

[@abovetheblo8542]

Hope you figured out in advance that you have to get tickets in advance and they sell out quick. I haven't been since I was a kid and I didn't know about the tickets. We still went with the kids but didn't get to go ON any sites - only view from a distance.

[@chengcalvinlee]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@blakerarus]

Thank you for this. Going to give Stillwater pass a try in a couple of weeks!

[@khamtp42]

good video love it next year are family plan to visiting and stay at free camping site

[@ictia7036]

If you’re in the area around Durango or Mancos, you can also do La Plata Canyon Campgrounds- beautiful spot and free too

[@BrianB1963]

Thank you kindly. I really appreciate your videos

[@Campendium]

You are welcome! 🎥

[@lenodesignusa224]

The Best Free Campsite! Thank you for doing a great job

[@Campendium]

🏔 ❤️

[@EdMGrant1994]

Yes these are the sites! And pronounce things this way when you show up, great spots for vacationers 👍

[@stevefrancis990]

Thank you for doing a great job. Info and more free campsites would be great. Gives the wife confidence.

[@Campendium]

Our pleasure! You can use the links above for even more info, and head over to www.campendium.com to find even more great free campsites.

[@irishman3375]

Can't wait, moving to CS in June, campervan is ready to explore.

[@Campendium]

Happy travels to you! 🚙

[@jenniferdiehl1904]

Also Red Feather Lakes Colorado has a free camping area absolutely breathtaking and has moose and bear wildlife.

[@nicholasdanielson55]

I am only 19 years old, but for the last six-ish years of my life I've known that I want to move to college when I am capable of doing so. The info on this site has provided me with even more exciting opportunities to explore the day I move! Thanks for the content.

[@Campendium]

Enjoy your adventures! 🎒

[@teekotrain6845]

School is indoctrination. Learn a trade. No debt and you will always have money and be smarter than most people stuck in the rat race with nothing to show for it

[@whatinthefudge5346]

You dont have it in you

[@Chopper140]

I bought a Prius because it’s perfect for setting up a cozy make shift bed inside. I’m nervous about this but here I go.

[@robertayres682]

Thank you !!!

[@11079113]

Twin Lakes and Leadville have some great boondocking spots that could make this list

[@Campendium]

So many spots could make 'the list' - for sure! 🌅

[@peterpowell6168]

Wow can't wait to go see! Great info ☺️ thanks. Happy trails to y'all 🙂

[@Campendium]

Have a great trip! ⛰

[@02051970sonny]

Lived in Colorado my whole life and didn't know about these places

[@Campendium]

Glad we could help you find a few new places. Happy camping!

[@WmTyndale]

Wonderful! I have always been respectful of nature. I will be double so with your exhortation in mind. I will bring an extra trash bag and pick up any trash I find! Thank You!

[@Campendium]

Thank you! ❤

[@RobandMarvy]

Please note, gates are closed at Still Water pass. Fires have burned a lot of it and only a few campsites before the gate are available but not very pleasant.

[@flexjay87]

Colorado is a national Treasure, and i would live there if i could afford it.

[@solitudeinthewild82]

Awesome video, my friend! Great mountain camp! Enjoyed watching, your skills are really good! And the surrounding nature is amazing. Cheers from Russia, bro, and welcome to my channel about special bushcraft tips and hacks! Kind regards, Yuriy! 😀

[@jzh6821]

Hey brotha I’ve had this whole video on my bucket list for a while now. I planned to take a whole month to hit up all these campsite next month. I was wondering if you were willing to help me out with more info to getting to these destinations. I am pulling my travel trailer. Please let me know if you’re able to assist me. Thank you.

[@nicholasperez6799]

Can you do some in northern colorado. All I hear about it southern

[@Campendium]

Head over to www.campendium.com to search for free campsites anywhere you want to roam! 🏔

[@jamesgeorge1709]

You prononced mt Shavano wrong, you put an o where the a is.

[@subhashnamey5562]

Greetings from Pune City India. Please tell me the location where cowboy movies made. It's the Westerns that makes me to come and see all South West USA especially Arizona,Utah, California, Mexico. And Texas yes I enjoyed your videos Thanks for sharing all the information.

[@whatinthefudge5346]

Alabama hills

[@troygunter2848]

Moument Valley

[@WBGDubBG]

pitch a tent huh....

[@altricoche487]

Spots I have to see

[@gavinkensinger4471]

Any areas I should try to avoid? I’m gonna go car camping with a friend of mine and are trying to shoot for Rocky Mountain National Park! Just wondering also if there’s plenty of hotels just in case we can’t find a spot to park and sleep XD. Lmk ASAP we leave Thursday morning!

[@Campendium]

Be sure to confirm open/closed (some of these areas are seasonal) status before arrival and always practice common-sense safety practices! You can find even more options for overnight over on www.campendium.com ⛺️ - Liz

[@BrianB1963]

Hello my friend, thank you so much for what you're doing. Let me know if there's any place near lemon or vallecito reservoir that you can camp near a creek for free. Thank you

[@Campendium]

Hi Brian! You can use the Campendium search tools to find camping spots across the U.S. and Canada - including near Lemon or Vallecito Reservoir. Head over to www.campendium.com to start your search 🔍

[@BrianB1963]

@@Campendium thank you, I have tried it, I guess there's not any dispersed camping sites in that area. 😔 Thank you.

[@Campendium]

... that we know of yet! You might poke around to see if there is National Forest or BLM in the area. Campendium supporters (if you're one, thanks!) have access to BLM/NFS overlays to help you scout. Just be sure if you head out in search of a campsite on public lands, that you don't disturb undisturbed areas! More info: www.campendium.com/camping/how-dispersed-camping-gets-shut-down/

[@brianmulato9880]

I’ve never hear the term OHV which I think it’s off highway vehicles

[@dallaswilliamson5270]

Anyone know of a spot close to the entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park. My so and I are planning a two week camping trip across Colorado in June and I am having trouble finding a place to set my tent up in that area.

[@Campendium]

Sounds like a great trip! You can use the search and filter features over on www.campendium.com (or the Campendium iOS app) to find a campsite that meets your needs! ⛺️

[@Campendium]

www.campendium.com/rocky-mountain-national-park#price-range=0-0

[@T25de]

2:12 Country road ? 😁 Or county road

[@CitaLoo]

Thank You.

[@Campendium]

😊 You're Welcome!

[@debrahookham1620]

Are these free spots first come first serve or do they require reservations?

[@Campendium]

Each location is different. While most don't require a reservation in a traditional sense, some may require a permit (free or for a small fee). You'll want to click on the links to each camping location above to learn the specifics! Happy camping - Liz

[@ronaldbeach8724]

Do you need four wheel drive I only have two wheel drive

[@smswkpk]

Many do not need 4 wheel drive

[@Campendium]

Not for every campsite! You'll note that several of the places Seth mentions include areas for big rigs or non-4x4s.

[@melindamara8802]

@@Campendium How long can you stay in each area?

[@Campendium]

@@melindamara8802 That is dependent on the specific site. Head over to www.campendium.com to research more regarding stay limits and other amenities available at each campsite.

[@bocaccio11]

Can you camp for free at twin lakes?

[@ColoradoSolar]

Yes. There is dispersed camping at the Southern lake on the West side. Or the West lake on the South side. 😂 Great for lake access!

[@PeeWeeHenson]

LOOKS LIKE WE'LL BE SPENDING MOST OF MAY IN COLORADO.

[@michelleekins1406]

Need more videos...

[@Campendium]

We've got more coming! In the meantime, head over to www.campendium.com to search for great campsites, or the Campendium blog to read more about what's going on in the RV/camping overnight world! 📰

[@davidpiccolo3039]

Where do you poop at these locations?

[@xcv1io2v]

is there any security here or staff?

[@Campendium]

Most free camping is available on public lands, which are monitored and regulated by various land management agencies. Most areas do not have staff directly on site. - Liz

[@marlinpruett8343]

I would be great with gps coordinates

[@Campendium]

Hey Marlin! You can find all of the GPS coordinates on the Campendium Review pages for these spots - linked above! 🗺 -Liz

[@TheCryptoKeeper]

I need to find a place soon that has WiFi signal. Anyone know anything?

[@Campendium]

You can use the search and filter tools over at www.campendium.com or on the Campendium iOS app to narrow down your search. 🔎

[@jolenegonzales4295]

You are pronouncing so many of these names incorrectly.

[@goldpeoplepower1821]

Remember trappers are trapping coyotes on these lands. Keep a close eye on your dogs. Learn how to release a trap and snare

[@davidsoto9621]

Stillwater pass is definitely NOT free.

[@burbenska]

I had to bail... too much wind noise. What a shame.

[@Campendium]

Colorado can be a windy place 🌬

[@TheCryptoKeeper]

You probably wouldn’t like camping then

[@robertsandidge441]

NOPE! Wyoming has way more. Colorado actually sucks. I should know I’m 61 born and raised NEVER left and been an avid outdoorsman pretty much my entire life.