Cimarron Campground (CO)
Campground · 22 bookable sites ·
Managed by the National Park Service
- 22
- Bookable sites
- up to 8
- People per site
- 6,900 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Cimarron Campground is located 20 miles (32 km) east of Montrose, CO on U.S. Highway 50 at the site of Cimarron, a historic narrow gauge railroad town . The campground accomodates all types of camping--from tents to medium sized RVs. All sites are first-come first-served, and the campground rarely fills. Railroad exhibits are adjacent to the campground, and Crystal Reservoir near Morrow Point Dam is approximately 1.5 miles away (2.4 km). Elevation: 6895 feet (2101 m)
Facilities
Seasonal potable water, flush toilets, dump station and trash/recycling collection provided. Picnic tables, fire grates and fire rings in every camp site.
Nearby Attractions
The Cimarron Canyon Rail Exhibit is adjacent to the campground. Crystal Reservoir near Morrow Point Dam is approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away.
Charges & Cancellations
The facts
- 22 bookable sites
- 23 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Scan and Pay
Site types
- 22 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.
23 campsites at Cimarron Campground (CO)
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 002 | — | Management | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 003 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 004 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 005 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 006 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 007 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 008 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 009 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 010 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 011 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 012 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | — | |
| 013 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 014 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 015 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | — | |
| 016 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 017 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | — | |
| 018 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 019 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | — | |
| 020 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| 021 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | — | |
| 022 | — | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | — | |
| Cimarron Campground (CO) Scan and Pay | Scan and Pay | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
Cimarron Campground is located 20 miles (32 km) east of Montrose between mile markers 112 and 113 on U.S. Highway 50, at the site of a historic narrow gauge railroad town.
38.44333, -107.55528 · 38°26'36.0"N 107°33'19.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 35°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 35 | 40 | 51 | 60 | 70 | 81 | 86 | 83 | 76 | 64 | 49 | 36 |
| Low °F | 3 | 10 | 19 | 26 | 32 | 38 | 45 | 45 | 37 | 26 | 16 | 6 |
| Precip in | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.8 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 1.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
All campsites at Cimarron Campground are first-come, first-served. This campground uses Scan & Pay to accept on-site payment through the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download the app ahead of your visit to arrive ready!
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Cimarron Campground (CO)
- Can you reserve a site at Cimarron Campground (CO)?
- Yes, Cimarron Campground (CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Cimarron Campground (CO) have?
- 23 sites in total, of which 22 can be booked.
- Are pets allowed at Cimarron Campground (CO)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Cimarron Campground (CO).
- Does Cimarron Campground (CO) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Cimarron Campground (CO)?
- Campfires are allowed at Cimarron Campground (CO). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 970-641-2337
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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