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Primitive & Backcountry Camping in Colorado

202 primitive campgrounds in Colorado. Reported as backcountry or primitive. Browse by city, check amenities, and get directions.

By city

Estes Park (55)Georgetown (44)Rangely (25)Aspen (7)Granby (7)Lake City (7)Nederland (7)Silverton (7)Silverthorne (6)Bailey (5)Coal Creek (5)Ouray (4)Mountain Village (3)Pagosa Springs (3)Salida (2)Boulder (1)Buena Vista (1)Creede (1)Delta (1)Dove Creek (1)Fruita (1)Glenwood Springs (1)Golden (1)Gunnison (1)Gypsum (1)Leadville (1)Leadville North (1)Manitou Springs (1)Olathe (1)Westcliffe (1)

All primitive campgrounds in Colorado

July

Campground
Estes Park

#10

Campground
Nederland

#11

Campground
Nederland

#8

Campground
Nederland

#9

Campground
Nederland
Tents

1

Campground
Silverthorne

15

Campground
Silverthorne

18

Campground
Silverthorne

2

Campground
Silverthorne

3

Campground
Silverthorne

4

Campground
Silverthorne

About primitive & backcountry camping in Colorado

Primitive sites have no hookups and often no water, just a cleared spot, a fire ring, and quiet. They are the closest thing to dispersed camping with a designated site, and they suit small rigs, vans, and tents best.

See every listing in the state on the Colorado RV parks page, or browse primitive campgrounds across the whole country.