Matterhorn

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UNCOMPAHGRE NATIONAL FOREST
MONTROSE, CO 81402

Overview

Matterhorn Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145), near the quaint town of Telluride, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its beautiful scenery, hiking and off-road opportunities.

Recreation

The Galloping Goose Trail #449 can be accessed from the campground. This 8.4-mile trail leads past a restored train trestle, over two trail bridges and along segments of the historic Rio Grande Southern Railway. The trail is open to hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Many scenic driving routes, both paved and off-road, can be found in the area. Additional hiking trails crisscross the surrounding mountains. Lizard Head Wilderness is about 3 miles from the campground.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Some sites are accessible and some have full RV hookups. Flush and vault toilets, drinking water, showers and trash collection are provided.

Natural Features

Most sites on the outer edge of the campground are wooded. Sites on the inside are more open.

Most sites have pleasant views, especially the walk-to tent sites, which have unobstructed and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

Nearby Attractions

The charming and historic town of Telluride is just 7miles away, offering dining and lodging options, live music, shopping, museums, galleries and plenty of summer activities.

A free, scenic gondola connects Telluride with nearby Mountain Village, a small town with additional shopping and dining opportunities. On the gondola, visitors are awarded a panoramic view of the town and surrounding mountains.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Camp site features

Across 28 camp sites:

  • Electric hookups: 4 of 28 sites
  • Water hookups: 4 of 28 sites
  • Sewer hookups: 4 of 28 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 28 sites
  • ADA accessible: 8 of 28 sites
  • Longest RV: 40 ft
  • Largest party: 8 people
  • Power up to 30 amps
  • Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Telluride, travel approximately 7 miles south on Highway 145. Watch for campground signs; the turn off from the road is on the left.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

171 reviews
5 stars
126
4 stars
25
3 stars
7
2 stars
6
1 stars
7
William T
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Reviewed 2 months ago
The camp hosts were FANTASTIC!! They were accommodating, and up early, making sure the bathrooms were in great shape for the campers. The hot showers were a great bonus for camping at Matterhorn. It is a great jumping off spot for countless beautiful trails in the high country.
Mike M
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Reviewed 2 months ago
The camp host is one of the best ones we have experienced.
Riley H
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Camping at Matterhorn was such a lovely experience. The camp hosts are fantastic and even delivered fire wood to our campsite for $10, and offered advice about where to explore nearby. Bathrooms were well kept and clean, making it easy to rinse off after a long day. The area is scenic and peaceful and I truly never wanted to leave!
Marianela F
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Camp grounds are clean and checking in is easy. There are multiple trails to hike and couple lakes within less than 2 miles.
Kara G
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Great campground, hosts were so nice! One thing to bear in mind is that although the bathrooms have toilet paper, for some reason they do not supply soap for hand washing. (This is not an oversight on the part of the hosts, it is intentional on the part of the Forest Service; there is no soap dispenser.) So be sure to bring your own soap even if you do not intend to shower!
David W
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Very well kept campground, clean restrooms. Showers a bonus. Friendly host - Corrie.
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Season dates

Peak season

May 28, 2027 – Sep 12, 2027

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Walk In season

Sep 13, 2027 – Sep 30, 2027

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Peak season

Jun 5, 2028 – Sep 12, 2028

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Walk In season

Sep 13, 2028 – Sep 30, 2028

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