Matterhorn
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest — fishing, hiking
Location: MONTROSE, CO, CO
Price: From $26 per night
Price range: $26–$40 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (131 reviews)
Season: May through October
Matterhorn Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145), near the quaint town of Telluride, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its beautiful scenery, hiking and off-road opportunities.The Galloping Goose Trail #449 can be accessed from the campground. This 8.4-mile trail leads past a restored train trestle, over two trail bridges and along segments of the historic Rio Grande Southern Railway.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Matterhorn offers beautiful mountain scenery at 8,500 feet elevation with excellent access to the Galloping Goose Trail (#449) and nearby Telluride attractions. Campers praise the views, showers, and mix of reservable and walk-in sites across 28 total sites.
Wildlife alert: Expect to see Southwestern Red Squirrel, American Pika, Pacific Marten, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Dusky Grouse, and Black-headed Grosbeak in the area.
Insider tips for Matterhorn: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited sites Some sites are first-come, first-served walk-in options if reservations are full Showers are available despite the remote location
Skip Matterhorn if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only.
Best time to visit Matterhorn: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Matterhorn Cabin (Norwood , CO), Sunshine (Telluride, CO), South Mineral (Durango, CO), Cayton Campground (Rico, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Matterhorn
Cell signal at Matterhorn (MONTROSE, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Matterhorn Campground is located along the San Juan Skyway (Colorado Highway 145), near the quaint town of Telluride, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its beautiful scenery, hiking and off-road opportunities.The Galloping Goose Trail #449 can be accessed from the campground. This 8.4-mile trail leads past a restored train trestle, over two trail bridges and along segments of the historic Rio Grande Southern Railway.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with limited sites
Some sites are first-come, first-served walk-in options if reservations are full
Showers are available despite the remote location
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Telluride, travel approximately 7 miles south on Highway 145. Watch for campground signs; the turn off from the road is on the left.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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