Ridgway State Park
State Park in Ridgway, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center/Office: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
28555 Highway 550
Ridgway, CO 81432
United States
Ridgway State Park
State Park in Ridgway, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center/Office: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
28555 Highway 550
Ridgway, CO 81432
United States
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Ouray County: Stage 2 Fire Restrictions -
Building, maintaining, attending, or using an open fire, campfire, or open flame outdoors is PROHIBITED, including in developed campgrounds and picnic areas. This includes charcoal grills, BBQs, coal, and wood-burning stoves. For more restrictions, see ouraycountyco.gov. For more fire-related information on the Western Slope, visit http://www.westslopefireinfo.com/.
Yurt with fall trees and majestic mountain range in distance
Camping and Lodging
Stay at Ridgway State Park
Imagine waking up to crisp mountain air and breathtaking views of the San Juan Mountains, right outside your tent or RV. Ridgway State Park offers an unforgettable camping and lodging experience, inviting you to extend your adventure in the heart of southwestern Colorado. With nearly 300 campsites across three distinct campgrounds — Elk Ridge, Dakota Terraces, and Pa-Co-Chu-Puk — you'll find the perfect spot, whether you prefer RV hookups, spacious tent sites, or the cozy comfort of our year-round yurts. Each campground provides convenient amenities like showers, flush restrooms, and seasonal laundry facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay.
For groups, the Eddy Group Campground in Pa-Co-Chu-Puk offers ample space and facilities. Even in winter, selected loops in Elk Ridge and Dakota Terraces welcome campers with plowed, reservable sites and heated facilities, transforming the park into a magical snowy retreat. Come discover your ideal escape and create lasting memories under the vast Colorado sky!
At This Park
At This Park
Campgrounds
What’s available at Ridgway
Ridgway State Park offers year-round camping with 253 sites available for RVs, trailers, and tent campers, including ADA-accessible and walk-in options. For those seeking a more secluded experience, there are also 25 dedicated walk-in tent sites.
Dakota Terraces and Elk Ridge campgrounds provide 30-amp electric hookups, an RV dump station, and shared water, with Elk Ridge also featuring 10 scenic walk-in tent sites. Pa-Co-Chu-Puk, by the Uncompahgre River, boasts full hookup 50 amp sites and 15 walk-in tent sites. All Campgrounds offer camper service buildings with showers, flush restrooms and seasonal laundry facilities.
Embrace the serene beauty of winter by camping in select campsites in Elk Ridge and Dakota Terraces campgrounds. Enjoy plowed, reservable sites with access to heated shower and restroom facilities, and a year-round dump station. Reservations are required and a park pass is required for each day of your stay.
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Yurts
Escape to nature in Ridgway’s yurts.
Escape to nature with a unique and cozy stay in one of Ridgway State Park's charming yurts! These inviting round tents, set on a sturdy wooden frame, welcome you with abundant natural light streaming through circular skylights and windows. All three of our yurts are heated, and include small refrigerators and microwaves, outdoor grilling areas, secure food storage boxes, and comfortable furnishings for up to six guests, ensuring a delightful year-round retreat. Pets are welcome in selected yurts for an additional fee. Reservations are required, so book your unforgettable yurt adventure today!
Campsites
Pack Your Gear
Relax and unwind by a crackling campfire under a blanket of stars after a day exploring the Park. Our diverse campgrounds offer nearly 300 sites, ranging from basic walk-in tent sites to full 50-amp hookup sites, and even a large group campground. At a minimum all campsites are equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, and BBQ grill, with many accessible sites ensuring everyone can enjoy a comfortable and memorable outdoor experience.
Remember to always practice Leave No Trace and Dark Skies principles and learn how to Live with Bears and how to Camp With Bears by properly storing all food and scented items to protect wildlife and ensure a safe, memorable experience for everyone.
Ridgway fall camping RVs in campground loop
A family sits by their campfire.
Ridgway winter truck bed camping
Couple sitting around firepit in the evening with tent in background
Reserve a Campsite or Yurt
282 Campsites, 3 Yurts
A reservation is required to camp at Ridgway State Park, and it’s easy to make one. Reservations can be made for campsites and yurts online at cpwshop.com or by phone at 1-800-244-5613. ADA designated campsites are available and must be reserved by phone at 1-800-244-5613. A valid handicap vehicle placard is required to reserve designated campsites and must be displayed in a vehicle while occupying the campsite.
Reservations can be made up to six months in advance of your arrival date. Visitors are required to display a vehicle pass and have a valid reservation.
Know Before You Go
Amenities
Whether you’re camping in a tent or yurt, Ridgway’s campgrounds offer amenities to make your stay more comfortable.
For campers seeking ultimate convenience, the Pa-Co-Chu-Puk campgrounds (F & G Loops, Campsite #’s 200-280) offer premium full hookup 50 amp sites. Nestled by the scenic Uncompahgre River, these sites provide everything you need for a comfortable stay, including access to a modern camper service building with showers, flush restrooms, and seasonal laundry facilities.
- ADA-accessible campsites (Sites 236 and 280)
- Individual 50 amp electrical hook ups
- Individual water hook-ups
- Individual sewer dump
- Picnic table
- Fire Ring with grate
- BBQ grill
- Some sites have shade shelters
- Bear proof dumpsters
- Flush Restrooms
- Free showers
- Coin-operated laundry facilities (summer only)
- Vending machines (summer only)
- Playgrounds & picnic areas
- Fishing access
- Trails
Within the Dutch Charlie area of Ridgway State Park, campers can choose from two beautiful campgrounds: Dakota Terraces and Elk Ridge. Dakota Terraces features three camping loops with 76 campsites (Loop A site #’s 1-25, Loop B site #’s 2653, and Loop C site #’s 54-76). Elk Ridge, the park's most popular campground, provides 2 camping loops with 98 campsites (Loop D site #’s 80-118 and Loop E site #’s 119-188).
- ADA-accessible campsites (Sites 44, 46, 105, and 107)
- Individual 30 amp electrical hook ups
- Shared water hook-ups (Fill and go water hydrants)
- RV dump station located above Dakota Terraces campground
- Picnic table
- Fire Ring with grate
- BBQ grill
- Some sites have shade shelters
- Bear proof dumpsters
- Flush Restrooms
- Free showers
- Coin-operated laundry facilities (summer only)
- Vending machines (summer only)
- Park Visitor Center
- Playgrounds & picnic areas
- Fishing access
- Trails
- Swim beach
- Boat Ramp
- Blue Heron Marina & Store
For those seeking a more rustic and immersive camping experience, the park offers dedicated walk-in campsites (Site #’s 151-160 in Elk Ridge E-Loop and Site #’s 281-295 in Pa-Co-Chu-Puk H-Loop). These basic sites require a short walk to access, providing a secluded feel away from vehicle traffic. Please note that reserving and sleeping in a vehicle at these sites is prohibited; only tents are permitted for overnight stays. While amenities are limited, these sites offer a true connection with nature and a peaceful retreat under the stars.
- ADA-accessible campsites (Pa-Co-Chu-Puk H Loop site 281)
- Shared camping carts to haul gear to campsite
- Individual parking spot reserved for site
- Shared water available near restroom
- Picnic table
- Fire ring with grill grate
- Bear proof food storage locker
- Bear proof dumpsters
- Flush restrooms
- Free showers
- Nearby coin-operated laundry facilities (summer only)
- Nearby vending machines (summer only)
The Eddy Group Campground, located in the scenic Pa-Co-Chu-Puk area of Ridgway State Park, offers an ideal setting for your next large group event or gathering. This dedicated campground provides ample space and essential amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay amidst the beautiful natural surroundings. For more information on reserving the Eddy Group Campground, its amenities, or other camping options, please visit the Group and Event Spaces page.
Welcome to Ridgway State Park! To ensure a pleasant and respectful experience for all, please be aware of our essential camping regulations. Check-in time for your site is at 1:00 p.m. on your arrival day, and check-out is by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on your departure day. Early check-in will not be permitted. Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. to allow everyone peaceful rest. A reservation and park pass are required for each day of your stay, and camping is permitted only in designated areas. Please note that each individual site allows a maximum of six people, two motorized vehicles, and one camping unit. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these regulations, which help preserve the beauty and tranquility of our park for generations to come. For comprehensive information on all park regulations, please visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations page.
For the safety and enjoyment of all visitors, and to protect our natural environment, please remember that all dogs and pets must be on a leash no longer than six feet and under control at all times while on park lands. Pets are not permitted beyond the fenced entrances at the Dutch Charlie Swim Beach. We kindly ask all pet handlers to immediately collect and properly dispose of all pet waste. Numerous pet waste stations, with ecofriendly waste bags, and trash receptacles are conveniently located throughout the park for your use. While we appreciate you picking up after your pet, please ensure waste bags are disposed of properly in a trash receptacle and not left on trails, picnic tables, or elsewhere in the park. Failure to control a pet or properly dispose of waste may result in a citation or eviction from the park. Your cooperation helps keep Ridgway State Park safe and beautiful for everyone!
For information on park regulations visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations page.
Embrace the serene beauty of winter by camping at Ridgway State Park, where select campsites in Elk Ridge and Dakota Terraces campgrounds remain open. Enjoy plowed, reservable sites that provide access to heated showers and restroom facilities, and a year-round dump station, ensuring a cozy and comfortable experience even amidst the crisp mountain air and snow-covered landscapes. For an even cozier winter escape, consider staying in one of the park's three heated yurts. Beyond the park, enjoy the local area with activities: go for a dip in the local hot springs, go ice climbing in Ouray, snowshoe local trails, explore the region on cross-country skis, or experience world-class skiing in Telluride.
Winter amenities:
- 30 amp electrical hook ups
- Shared water hydrants
- Year-round RV dump station
- Heated flush restrooms
- Free heated showers
- Picnic tables
- Fire Ring with grates
- BBQ grills
- Plowed roads
- Plowed and shoveled campsites
- Some sites have shade shelters
- Bear proof dumpsters
- Park Visitor Center
- Playgrounds & picnic areas
- Fishing access
- Trails
Fees
Pass |
Description |
Duration |
Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Campsite |
Single campsite (max 6 occupants) |
1 Night |
$28 to $41 |
|
Park Pass |
Multiple park passes available at this park |
1 Day / 1 year |
$4 to $80 |
YURTS
Stay in Style
Experience the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cozy comfort with a stay in one of Ridgway State Park's charming yurts! These unique round tents offer a delightful alternative to traditional tent or RV camping, providing a comfortable way to immerse yourself in nature year-round. Ridgway features three inviting yurts, each thoughtfully appointed with a screened skylight and windows for abundant natural light and fresh air. Inside, you'll find comfortable furnishings including one set of bunk beds and two queen-size futons, accommodating up to six people for a memorable group or family getaway. For added convenience, all three yurts are heated and include small refrigerators and microwaves, as well as outdoor grilling areas. We are proud to offer Yurts 10 and 14 as universally accessible options, with a year-round accessible restroom conveniently located nearby. Book your yurt adventure today and discover a truly unique way to enjoy the beauty of Ridgway State Park!
The Beaver Lodge yurt with railings and a bench
A camper sits outside a yurt at a picnic table while another camper enters the yurt.
"Secret Creek" Yurt with cement walkway, patio, picnic table, grill and firepit
"Secret Creek" yurt inside showing skylight, ceiling fan, table, chairs, futon, gas fire place and bunk beds
Yurt interior showing table, chairs, bunk beds, futon, small refrigerator and microwave
Know Before You Go
Yurts are a unique, round tent set on a sturdy wooden frame, offering a delightful alternative to traditional camping. Ridgway features three inviting yurts, each thoughtfully appointed with a screened skylight and windows for abundant natural light. Inside, you'll find comfortable furnishings including one set of bunk beds and two queen-size futons, accommodating up to six people. All beds include mattresses, but please remember to bring your own bedding, such as sleeping bags, sheets, blankets, and pillows. For your convenience, all three yurts have air conditioning for summer months and are heated for cooler times. Yurts also include small refrigerators and microwaves, as well as outdoor grilling areas, ensuring a cozy and comfortable experience year-round.
Amenities include:
- Deck
- Outdoor grill
- Fire ring
- Picnic table
- Water hydrant
- Dumpster
- 30 amp electrical hook-up
- Outlets and ceiling light
- Small refrigerator and microwave
- One twin-size bunk bed
- Two queen-size futons
- Gas fire place
- Free showers
- Seasonal coin-operated laundry facilities
To make your yurt stay at Ridgway State Park as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, it's helpful to come prepared with a few essential items. While our yurts offer many conveniences like mattresses, heating, and basic appliances, packing the right gear will ensure you have everything you need for a memorable outdoor adventure.
- Bedding: Sleeping bags, sheets, blankets, and pillows (mattresses are provided, but no linens)
- Cooking & Food Supplies: Food, trash bags, coolers, paper products, dish soap, all utensils, camp stove and fuel, firewood, matches, and charcoal (for outdoor grilling)
- Water: Water containers (drinking water is available near the yurts year-round)
- Restroom & Personal Care: Toilet articles, first aid supplies, sunscreen, towels
- Electronics & Lighting: Electrical devices, charging cords, flashlights and lanterns, extra batteries (for nighttime use outdoors)
- Seating: Lawn chairs, camp chairs (for outdoor use)
- Parking: Daily park pass for each vehicle that does not have a valid annual park pass
- Pets (Yurts 12 and 14 ONLY): Collar/tags, 6-foot or shorter leash, bowls, food, medications, pet waste bags
To ensure a pleasant and respectful experience for all, please be aware of our essential camping regulations for yurts. Check-in time for your yurt is at 4:00 p.m. on your arrival day, and check-out is by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on your departure day. Early check-in will not be permitted. Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. to allow everyone peaceful rest. A reservation and park pass are required for each day of your stay, and yurts are for lodging only. Please note that each yurt allows a maximum of six people and two motorized vehicles. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these regulations, which help preserve the beauty and tranquility of the park for generations to come. For comprehensive information on all park regulations, please visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations page.
For the safety and enjoyment of all visitors, and to protect the natural environment, please remember that all dogs and pets must be on a leash no longer than six feet and under control at all times. If you are staying in a yurt, please note that pets are allowed inside Yurts 12 and 14 only, for a required pet fee of $10 per night. Pets are strictly prohibited in Yurt 10. We kindly ask all pet handlers to immediately collect and properly dispose of all pet waste. Numerous pet waste stations, with eco-friendly waste bags, and trash receptacles are conveniently located throughout the park for your use. While we appreciate you picking up after your pet, please ensure waste bags are disposed of properly in a trash receptacle and not left on trails, picnic tables, or elsewhere in the park. Failure to control a pet or properly dispose of waste may result in a citation or eviction from the park. Your cooperation helps keep Ridgway State Park safe and beautiful for everyone! For information on park regulations, visit the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Lands regulations.
Imagine escaping to a cozy, heated yurt surrounded by the serene beauty of a snow-covered landscape at Ridgway State Park this winter. The yurts offer a unique and comfortable way to experience the quiet magic of the colder months, perfect for those new to winter camping or looking for a memorable retreat. Not only will you enjoy a warm and inviting base, but you'll also be perfectly positioned to explore a variety of local winter activities, from invigorating adventures to relaxing dips in nearby hot springs.
Here's what you can expect during your winter yurt stay and a list of amenities to help you prepare:
- Deck
- Outdoor grill
- Fire ring
- Picnic table
- Water hydrant
- Dumpster
- 30 amp electrical hook-up
- Outlets and ceiling light
- Small refrigerator and microwave
- One twin-size bunk bed
- Two queen-size futons
- Gas fire place
- Free heated showers and restroom facilities
Fees
Pass |
Description |
Duration |
Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Yurt Fee |
Single yurt (max 6 occupants) |
1 Night |
$90 |
|
Pet Fee |
per night (not per pet) |
1 Night |
$10 |
|
Park Pass |
Multiple park passes available at this park |
1 Day / 1 Year |
$4 to $80 |
Visitor with Disabilities
Accessible Camping Options
Ridgway State Park offers a welcoming camping experience for visitors with mobility impairments, featuring designated accessible campsites and yurts across three campgrounds: Elk Ridge, Dakota Terraces, and Pa-Co-Chu-Puk. These sites are designed with accessibility in mind, providing features like accessible restrooms, shower buildings, picnic tables, and BBQs, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay amidst the park's beautiful natural setting.
You can only make reservations for designated ADA campsites by calling 1-800-244-5613. A valid handicap vehicle placard is required and must be displayed in the vehicle while occupying the campsite. Yurt reservations may be made through our online reservation system.
Borrow Equipment
Planning a camping trip to Ridgway State Park but don't have all the gear? Thanks to a generous grant from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), we offer free loaner camping equipment to make your outdoor adventure a reality.
Camping Equipment
Our "Camping Lending Locker" provides a variety of essential items, ranging from tents and camping chairs to camp stoves and coolers. This program ensures that everyone has the opportunity to experience the joy of camping at Ridgway State Park, even if you're just starting out or forgot something at home. Simply inquire at the park visitor center or call 970-626-5822 to see what's available and get ready for a memorable stay.