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Matterhorn

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundDurango / San Juan NFColorado⭐ 4.5 (161)
Matterhorn
🟢 2 open windows right now — soonest Mon Aug 31–Wed Sep 2
Availability checked 46m ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🔥 Just opened — our latest scan caught 1 cancellation here, marked below
📈 CampSage caught 6 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Matterhorn in Colorado has 2 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Aug 31–Wed Sep 2. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

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Mon Aug 31 – Wed Sep 22 nightsbook these dates →🔥 just openedopened 46m agosites #017
Tue Sep 8 – Thu Sep 102 nightsbook these dates →sites #010
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 6.3 mi away (straight line).

⚡ Tesla Supercharger6.3 midirections →
⚡ ChargePoint Purgatory Resort15.2 midirections →
⚡ ChargePoint HiON Ouray Hot Springs17.1 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 13 openings at Matterhorn over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays 4–17 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $26–$40/nightStandard ElectricStandard NonelectricTent Only Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.5★★★★☆150 ratings
5★109
4★22
3★7
2★5
1★7
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T1.1/4
T-Mobile0.7/4
Verizon0.4/4
Sprint retired0.3/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Matterhorn FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Matterhorn?

Matterhorn in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Matterhorn?

Campsite fees at Matterhorn run about $26–$40/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Matterhorn when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Matterhorn often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Matterhorn?

CampSage's scans caught 13 openings at Matterhorn over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays 4–17 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Matterhorn a good campground?

Matterhorn holds an average rating of 4.5/5 from 161 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Matterhorn?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Matterhorn, AT&T rates highest at 1.1 out of 5 from 32 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Matterhorn located?

Matterhorn is located in Durango / San Juan NF, Colorado. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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