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Amphitheater Campground

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Reservations
recreation.gov
Nearest dump station
Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 83.1 mi
Coordinates
38.0244, -107.6628
Last verified
September 18, 2026
38.0244° N · 107.6628° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Amphitheater Campground is located on the side of a mountain above Ouray, CO. The campground is tightly designed with loops and 35 campsites among oak brush and mixed conifers. There is a scenic overlook within the campground. The town of Ouray is nearby and offers full services. Amphitheater Campground is best suited for tents and smaller trailers/RVs. Total RV length must not exceed 35 feet.

From the USFS.Official page

Is Amphitheater Campground free?

No. Amphitheater Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.

How do I get to Amphitheater Campground?

From Ouray, CO, travel south on State Highway 550 approximately 1/2 mile. Turn left at the Amphitheater Campground sign, on the switchbacks, and travel about one mile to the campground.

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What are the rules at Amphitheater Campground?

This is bear country: campers must properly store food and other attractants.

Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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