State: Colorado
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 28
Electric Water: 4
Elevation: 9459
County: San Miguel
Free: No
Reservations: Yes - Check Recreation.gov for information
About: Matterhorn Campground is a highly developed campground adjacent to Colorado State Highway 145 near Telluride, CO. There are 28 campsites with 4 of them offering RV hookups (electricity and septic). Maximum spur length – 45 feet. Most sites on the outer side of the campground loop are wooded. Sites on the inside of the loop are more open. Most sites have pleasant views, especially the walk-in tent sites with unobstructed and panoramic views of the mountains. Showers are available to both overnight and day use guests. All sites have picnic tables, combination fire-rings and grills, and lantern poles. Firewood is available for a fee.
The campground is convenient to Telluride, CO with its’ shops and a cook’s night out. Hiking trails, fishing and jeep roads are found nearby. Lizard Head Wilderness is about 3 miles away.
Fees: $20 (2011)
Usage: Heavy
Water: Potable Water
Restrooms: Flush Toilet
Closest Town: Telluride, CO
Directions: To get to the campground from Telluride travel west 3 miles to Highway 145. Turn left and travel south for 8 miles. The campground is on the left side of the highway.