Elk Ridge Campground
Ridgway State Park
Write a Review 28555 Highway 550 Ridgway, CO 81432 970-626-5822 Reservations: 800-244-5613 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.2197, -107.7384
Overview of Elk Ridge Campground
A park entry fee is required in addition to the camping fee. Find more about fees here.
Last Price Paid: $40
Reported by goeb on 10/22/2023
Longest RV Reported: 42 feet (Class A)
Reported by Life Rebooted on 8/21/2016
Number of Sites 107
Pad Type gravel
Reservations yes
Elevation 7,152 ft / 2,179 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 970-626-5822
Out&About asked on 8/15/2021
Does anyone know how level site 111 is in D Loop? I've read some reviews that D Loop has some very un-level sites. ...
Reviews of Elk Ridge Campground 32 people have reviewed this location.
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Confirmed by 11 Users
Last reported 11/14/2021
Confirmed by 14 Users
Last reported 9/29/2022
“Good Campground ”
Reviewed 10/22/2023
| Nightly rate: | $40 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Nicer campground than others in this state park . Clean . Trees . Laundry room good hiking . Close to interesting towns . Extra day use fee
goeb would stay here again
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“Large campground, nice location”
Reviewed 10/3/2023
| Nightly rate: | $56 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 143 |
| RV Length: | 24' (Class C) |
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We stayed here two nights in mid September, visiting Black Canyon of the Gunnison (about and hour away). The campground is very large, but sites were not too close and our site was 'fairly' level. Bathrooms and showers were good. Our site had a fire ring, and a separate raised BBQ grill. The laundromat was clean.
TXtraveler would stay here again
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“Nice State Park”
Reviewed 6/30/2023
| Nightly rate: | $36 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 176 |
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Got a last minute spot after we couldn’t get a spot in Ouray. Very nice park. The sites were large with a picnic table and fire pit area in the trees. Although your neighbor isn’t far, it felt more private than other campgrounds because of the trees. Hikes were nice. Bathrooms were clean although the showers were hit or miss with water... more
Got a last minute spot after we couldn’t get a spot in Ouray. Very nice park. The sites were large with a picnic table and fire pit area in the trees. Although your neighbor isn’t far, it felt more private than other campgrounds because of the trees. Hikes were nice. Bathrooms were clean although the showers were hit or miss with water saving low pressure. The laundry worked and was clean and reasonably priced. Requires day pass even with a reservation. Drove thru the other campgrounds in the park and would choose this one again due to the shady sites.
Jennie would stay here again
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“Great Location. ”
Reviewed 9/29/2022
| Nightly rate: | $34 |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | 103 |
Overall Rating
We camped in Elk Ridge which is part of Ridgeway State Park. Elk Ridge is by far the best camping area in spite of the fact that it only has only electricity with water faucets dispersed throughout the campground. This means that you need to use your fresh water holding tank and pump. The sites are spaced very well with cedar trees bet... more
We camped in Elk Ridge which is part of Ridgeway State Park. Elk Ridge is by far the best camping area in spite of the fact that it only has only electricity with water faucets dispersed throughout the campground. This means that you need to use your fresh water holding tank and pump. The sites are spaced very well with cedar trees between sites. The other two camping areas in the park, one of which is full hook ups, do not have the views and they are much closer to the highway which means you get quite a bit of road noise. We would definitely camp here again and will probably do so within the next couple of years.
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Jim would stay here again
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“Beautiful Campground, Well Located & Lots To Do”
Reviewed 11/17/2021
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
There is little not to love about this campground with relatively private sites, electric hookups (and water spigots every few sites), walking and biking trails, a large lake and lots to do nearby in Telluride & Ouray. Our site had a beautiful mountain view and was steps to a trail that we could ride all the way down to the visitor ce... more
There is little not to love about this campground with relatively private sites, electric hookups (and water spigots every few sites), walking and biking trails, a large lake and lots to do nearby in Telluride & Ouray. Our site had a beautiful mountain view and was steps to a trail that we could ride all the way down to the visitor center and lake beyond. We would definitely stay here again when we have more time.
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Travels With Luna would stay here again
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“Best of the best state park campgrounds”
Reviewed 11/14/2021
| Nightly rate: | $36 |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | 134 |
| RV Length: | 15' (Teardrop Trailer) |
Overall Rating
With a combination of mountain views, large, wooded sites, patios, good cell reception, great bathrooms and Lau dry facilities, this campground is one of the best state park campgrounds you can find.
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JennGrover would stay here again
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“Great Location”
Reviewed 9/1/2021
| Nightly rate: | $36 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 111D |
| RV Length: | 30' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
This was our first time at Ridgway SP. I liked Elk Ridge being up the hill with great views of the mountains and reservoir. Sites have electric, accessible table and fire ring. No water at site, but lots of spigots around park, so fill up before setting up. Sites had some small trees between them. It was nice to have a clean showe... more
This was our first time at Ridgway SP. I liked Elk Ridge being up the hill with great views of the mountains and reservoir. Sites have electric, accessible table and fire ring. No water at site, but lots of spigots around park, so fill up before setting up. Sites had some small trees between them. It was nice to have a clean shower nearby with a five minute timer that was plenty. There is a cell tower in the campground, ATT service was great. The small town of Ridgway is close to get what you need, folks were friendly. Ouray was only 20 minutes and is a great tourist town with bars & restaurants. The perimeter trail is a moderate tough hike, not easy. It took us 45 min to an hour to get to Telluride, another tourist town. The gondola ride is gorgeous and free in the summer. So a ride up and hike or mountain bike down.
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Out&About would stay here again
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“Excellent Campground!”
Reviewed 8/24/2021
| Nightly rate: | $36 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | D163 |
| RV Length: | 20' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
We stayed here one night and really enjoyed it. You are checked in at the front gate by the park staff. Our site was a drive thru on the top of the ridge so it has some nice views. The sites are spaced nicely, so not to close to others. Electric at the sited and water close by. Restrooms were clean and well maintained. In additi... more
We stayed here one night and really enjoyed it. You are checked in at the front gate by the park staff.
Our site was a drive thru on the top of the ridge so it has some nice views. The sites are spaced nicely, so not to close to others. Electric at the sited and water close by. Restrooms were clean and well maintained. In addition to the $36 you are required to purchase a $9 daily fee pass, unless you have a Colorado annual pass. The campground is adjacent the Ridgway reservoir which is a very nice large lake. Unlike some other reservoirs in CO that have very low water levels, Ridgeway was pretty good. The day pass permitted to go hang out at the beach which was nice. Our site was a handicap accessible one, although we did not requires this. It actually was rather nice in that it had a flat cement pad for the picnic table and fire pit. A bit more expensive than forest service sites but better maintained and more services.
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Jim would stay here again
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“Would stay here again but would not do a drive through. ”
Reviewed 8/22/2021
| Nightly rate: | $36 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 172 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Fifth Wheel) |
Overall Rating
E loop Very scenic with the most shade of any loop in the park. BUT, drive in is narrow and the pull through spots have a short and tight turn in the loop. We were 37ft 5th wheel and we spent 45 minutes trying to get in a good spot. We all love shade but the drive in as well as many of the sites have overhanging/encroaching trees t... more
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Very scenic with the most shade of any loop in the park.
BUT, drive in is narrow and the pull through spots have a short and tight turn in the loop. We were 37ft 5th wheel and we spent 45 minutes trying to get in a good spot. We all love shade but the drive in as well as many of the sites have overhanging/encroaching trees that need trimmed. This issue makes a tight pull through even smaller. Lastly, be equipped and ready to test your leveling skills. Many sites are sloping left to right and or front to back. The picture is not my class c but a neighbor. I rest my case. Nice spots to kayak with great views. We would stay here again but I would try a different loop. Att and Verizon would make phone calls but data was intermittent. T mobile hotspot had no service.
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T-Mobile
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“Perfect”
Reviewed 8/1/2021
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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By far the best campground we saw in the area! Many local options were crammed, but we had lots of space and gorgeous views. Location was ideal. Just a perfect stay all around!
apanda24 would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- picnic area
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dump station
- laundry
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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