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

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

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.

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MONTROSE, CO, CO★ 4.5 (131 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
Hookups4 electric sites
ADA sites8 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsElectric Hookups

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it 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

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Expect to see Southwestern Red Squirrel, American Pika, Pacific Marten, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Dusky Grouse, and Black-headed Grosbeak in the area.

Location

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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

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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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Matterhorn cost per night?+
Matterhorn costs $26–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Matterhorn open?+
Matterhorn is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Matterhorn have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Matterhorn?+
Matterhorn can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Matterhorn?+
Matterhorn is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Matterhorn?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Matterhorn is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Matterhorn open, and what are check-in times?+
Matterhorn is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$26 /night★ 4.5 (131)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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