Matterhorn
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.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| Standard with electric | 4 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
28 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | 40 | No | 8 / 1 | ||||
| 002 | Standard | 40 | No | 8 / 1 | ||||
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Standard | 40 | No | 8 / 1 | ||||
| 006 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 30 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Pull-through | 30 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 |
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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 003, 004, 006, 007 and 4 more are listed accessible |
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.
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 23 to Oct. 7 (weather dependent) |
| Forest | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore |
| Booking | Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777, TDD 1-877-833-6777. Some sites are first-come, first-served. |
| Fees | $26 per night per camping unit; $14 per night electric/sewer fee; $10 per firewood bundle. $8 for showers (for non-registered guests). |
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Telluride, travel approximately 7 miles south on Highway 145. Watch for campground signs; the turn off from the road is on the left.
| Nearest town | Montrose, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 37.8447° N, 107.8811° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireGold Mountain
18 mi from the campground · 39,747 acres · 92% contained
- PrescribedHigh Mesa Piles Rx
34 mi from the campground · 324 acres
- PrescribedTransfer Rd Rx
46 mi from the campground · 139 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Telluride Angler ↗ | 7.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.9 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Matterhorn Campground - Uncompahgre National Forest, CO
Worth a stop
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.
- 4.5 miCross Mountain Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miP Lake Ski Campgrund Loops0.4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- under 0.1 miP Lake Ski Cg Connector0.1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.1 miP Lake Ski Outer1.2 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.1 miP Lake Ski Start Loop Outer0.4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.1 miP Lake Ski Start Loop Inner0.07 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.3 miP Lake Ski Mid Meadow Loop 20.2 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
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
This campground sits inside San Juan National Forest.
- inSan Juan National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,094,539 acres
- 2.7 miLizard Head Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 41,531 acres
- 8.7 miMount Sneffels Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 16,486 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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.
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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Matterhorn?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Matterhorn?
$26 per night per camping unit; $14 per night electric/sewer fee; $10 per firewood bundle. $8 for showers (for non-registered guests).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Matterhorn?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Matterhorn open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 23 to Oct. 7 (weather dependent).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Matterhorn have?
28 sites, including 21 standard sites without power, 4 standard sites with power, and 3 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Matterhorn?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Matterhorn have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Matterhorn?
Flush and vault toilets, drinking water, showers and trash collection are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Matterhorn?
Yes, pets are allowed at Matterhorn. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Matterhorn?
Sites 003, 004, 006, and 007 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 8 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Matterhorn?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Matterhorn?
The Galloping Goose Trail #449 can be accessed from the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation