Big Cimarron

Federal campground in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

Location: Cimarron, CO, CO

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/big-cimarron to be notified when sites open up.

Budget-friendly tent camping at $20/night with fire rings and picnic tables in the scenic Cimarron, CO area. First-come, first-served availability allows flexible trip planning.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, American Elk, and Mule Deer present in the area—store food properly and be bear aware.

Insider tips for Big Cimarron: Arrive early—no reservations accepted, first-come, first-served only. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for remote payment. Book early in the season as this federal campground fills quickly.

Skip Big Cimarron if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this campground.. You're visiting outside May through October—seasonal closure..

Best time to visit Big Cimarron: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only per verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Beaver Lake (Co) (Cimarron, CO), Silver Jack Campground (Co) (Lakeside, CO), Jackson Guard Station (Montrose, CO), Cimarron Campground (Co) (Gunnison, CO).