Best camping near Rico
40 campgrounds · 40 ranked · updated 2026-07-25 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Rico, Colorado — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 40 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Priest Lake Designated Camping Area - Norwood RD
Marginal
11.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Priest Lake Designated Camping Area, located on Norwood Rd in Colorado, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. This campground provides a range of amenities to make…
Why 100: 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Matterhorn Cabin
Marginal
11.5 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Matterhorn Cabin camping area is a picturesque campground located in the beautiful state of Colorado. Situated amidst nature's bounty, this camping spot offers a range of…
Why 100: 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Matterhorn Campground - Norwood RD
Marginal
11.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Matterhorn Campground, located in the state of Colorado, is a fantastic camping spot for nature lovers seeking a peaceful and scenic getaway. Nestled on Norwood Road, this…
Why 100: 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Matterhorn
Marginal
11.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
The Matterhorn Camping Area, located in the state of Colorado, offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. With beautiful natural surroundings and convenient…
Why 100: 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Woods Lake
Marginal
13.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Woods Lake camping area, located in Colorado, offers a peaceful and scenic environment for campers to enjoy the outdoors. The campground provides several amenities to enhance the…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Woods Lake Campground - Norwood RD
Marginal
13.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Woods Lake Campground, located on Norwood Rd in Colorado, is a picturesque camping area with a range of amenities to enhance your outdoor experience. The campground offers tent…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
South Mineral
Marginal
13.9 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
South Mineral camping area is a beautiful campground located in the state of Colorado. It offers a range of amenities to make camping comfortable and enjoyable. The campground…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
South Mineral Campground
Marginal
13.9 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Located in the state of Colorado, South Mineral Campground offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. Nestled within the San Juan National Forest, this campground…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Sunshine Campground - Norwood RD
Marginal
14.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Sunshine Campground is a picturesque camping area located on Norwood Rd in the state of Colorado. This campground offers a serene and peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by natural…
Why 100: 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Sunshine
Marginal
14.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Sunshine Camping Area, located in the state of Colorado, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. This picturesque campground provides well-maintained campsites, toilets…
Why 100: 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Alta Lakes Campground (Designated) - Norwood RD
Marginal
14.9 mi away
· Cool night · low 44°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Alta Lakes Campground, located on Norwood Rd in Colorado, is a designated camping area that offers a serene and picturesque experience. This campground boasts several amenities…
Why 100: 30 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed)
Marginal
15.0 mi away
· Cool night · low 44°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Alta Lakes Campground is a picturesque dispersed camping area located in the state of Colorado. Nestled in the San Juan Mountains, this campground offers a serene and secluded…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Little Molas Lake Campground
Marginal
15.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Little Molas Lake Campground is located in Colorado and offers stunning views of the San Juan National Forest. It is located near the Continental Divide Trail, which makes it a…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Anvil Designated Camping Area
Marginal
17.0 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Anvil Designated Camping Area is a tent camping destination near Durango, Colorado, situated at approximately 9,000 feet elevation in the San Juan National Forest. This…
Why 100: 38 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Kendall Campground
Marginal
17.2 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Kendall Campground, near Silverton, Colorado, offers established campsites on a first-come, first-served basis—no reservations required and no fees. It’s a rustic site with pit…
Why 100: 36 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Rico
The Rico area has 40 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Rico
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.