West Dolores Campground
West Dolores Campground is located on the West Dolores Road (Forest Road 535), which branches north from Colorado Highway 145 about 20 miles northeast of Dolores. It is a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors by hiking, biking and fishing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| Standard with electric | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 11 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 12 | Standard | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 13 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 15 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 16 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 17 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
West Dolores Campground, located approximately a mile north of Mavreeso Campground, has 18 campsites on 10 acres near the river. Most campsites are shady and level. There are 10 reservable campsites, 7 campsites with electrical hookups and several that are suitable for large RVs. A site near the restroom is designated for wheelchair access and has electricity. The campground also has 2 picnic areas.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to September (limited services from Sept - Nov) |
| Forest | San Juan National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777 |
| Fees | Standard: $27 Electrical Hookup: $36 |
| Rules | Quiet time is typically between 10pm - 6am. Please be a good neighbor and limit use of generators to no more than one hour at a time. Dogs must be leashed or otherwise physically restrained. Do not leave pets unattended. Check-out time: 12:00 pm; Check-in time: 2:00 pm - if the site is empty, campers may come in anytime. |
Getting there
From Dolores, travel 21 miles north on Highway 145 and Forest Road 535 to the campground entrance, 1 mile from Mavreeso Campground.
| Nearest town | Dolores, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 37.6597° N, 108.2761° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
Fire nearby
- WildfireGold Mountain
42 mi from the campground · 39,747 acres · 92% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Telluride Angler ↗ | 31.8 mi |
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West Dolores Campground - San Juan National Forest, CO
Trails nearby
- 3 miGoble3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miMavreeso ↗5.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miSpring Creek3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miCottonwood Connector1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.7 miStoner Mesa ↗11.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4.3 miTaylor OHV3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
San Juan National Forest begins about 3.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.9 miSan Juan National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,094,539 acres
- 14.5 miLizard Head Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 41,531 acres
- 15 miHermosa Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 37,344 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is situated on the banks of the West Dolores River, which has its headwaters in the nearby Lizard Head Wilderness. A shady forest of spruce, ponderosa pine and Douglas fir covers the campground. The campground is at an elevation of 7,800 feet.
Recreation
The West Dolores River offers fishing for brown, rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout. A day-use parking area is available on-site. Several parcels of private property are found along the river. Visitors are asked to stay on the trail and not trespass. Mountain biking is allowed on Forest Roads 532 and 535. Forest Service Trail 624 begins three miles south of the campground.
Nearby
Southwestern Colorado, part of the Four Corners region, contains more than 4,000 archaeological sites and 600 cliff dwellings. Mesa Verde National Park is an hour and a half south of the campground, close enough for a day trip. Other sites within the region include the Anasazi Heritage Center in Delores, Canyon of the Ancients and Hovenweep National Monument. Burro Bridge campground is loacated 19 miles north of the campground offering Horse camping and a trail from the campground into the Lizard Head Wilderness.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at West Dolores Campground?
Sites at West Dolores Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at West Dolores Campground?
Standard: $27 Electrical Hookup: $36
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at West Dolores Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at West Dolores Campground?
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is West Dolores Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September (limited services from Sept - Nov).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does West Dolores Campground have?
18 sites, including 12 standard sites without power and 6 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at West Dolores Campground?
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does West Dolores Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at West Dolores Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at West Dolores Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at West Dolores Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Quiet time is typically between 10pm - 6am.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at West Dolores Campground?
The West Dolores River offers fishing for brown, rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to West Dolores Campground?
Dolores, Colorado. Southwestern Colorado, part of the Four Corners region, contains more than 4,000 archaeological sites and 600 cliff dwellings.
Source: Getting there