West Dolores Campground
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.
Services include potable water, trash pickup, composting toilets, picnic tables, and fire grates.
The campground also has 2 picnic areas.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Check out our Campground Status for up-to-date information. |
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Reservations: | Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777 |
Fees: | Standard: $26 Electrical Hookup: $35 |
Open Season: | May - September (limited services from Sept - Nov) |
Restrictions: |
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Closest Towns: | Dolores, CO |
Water: | Potable Water |
Restroom: | No |
Operated By: | Concessionaire |
Information Center: | Dolores Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Dolores, CO: Head north on Highway 145 for approximately 13 miles. Turn left onto West Dolores Road, FR #535 and continue for approximately 7.5 miles. Campground is on your right.
West Dolores is one of three campgrounds along the West Dolores Road (Forest Rd. 535). The road follows the West Dolores River almost to its headwaters in the Lizard Head Wilderness. Side roads lead into the backcountry. After 32 miles, the road rejoins the highway 6 miles north of Rico. The road has a gravel surface, but the last 6 miles are steep, narrow, and not recommended for trailers.
West Dolores Campground area map
General Notes:
- West Dolores River Fishing: Parking for fishermen is available near the campground. Please not, there are several parcels of private land along the river; please stay on the trail and do not trespass.
- Mountain biking: available on Forest Development Roads #532 and #535. Forest Service Trail #624 is 2.0 miles south of the campground.
Accessibility:
Barrier-free sites are available.