Welcome to The Dolores River Experience Private Campground and River Retreat, a one-of-a-kind riverside escape in Dolores, Colorado. Nestled along the banks of the beautiful Dolores River, our campground offers a rare combination of peaceful relaxation and direct access to some of the best outdoor recreation in Southwest Colorado.
Wake up to the sound of the river, spend your days fishing in prime waters just steps from your site, and unwind with a refreshing cold plunge in the flowing current. Whether you're tubing through gentle stretches, rafting and pack rafting more adventurous sections, or paddle boarding under wide Colorado skies, the river is at the heart of everything we offer.
Designed for those who appreciate both comfort and the outdoors, our private campground provides a quiet, scenic setting to relax, recharge, and reconnect. Beyond the river, guests are perfectly positioned to explore the surrounding region—from mountain trails and alpine lakes to historic towns, national forests, and endless high-desert beauty.
At The Dolores River Experience, it’s more than a stay—it’s your basecamp for adventure and your retreat for relaxation.
Discover Southwest Colorado
World Class Fishing!
World Class Fishing!
World Class Fishing!
Southwest Colorado offers premier fishing, featuring Gold Medal waters on the Animas, Gunnison, and San Juan rivers, plus abundant trout in San Juan National Forest streams. Anglers can target rainbow, brown, cutthroat, and brook trout, alongside kokanee salmon, pike, and bass in major reservoirs like Vallecito, Navajo, and McPhee.
River and Lake Fun!
World Class Fishing!
World Class Fishing!
McPhee Recreation Complex is located on the south shore of McPhee Reservoir near the town of Dolores in southwestern Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, water skiing, and fishing opportunities.
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232146
Tubing or paddleboarding the Dolores River is a great way to cool off in the summer.
Mountain Biking!
Ancestral Puebloan Ruins
Ancestral Puebloan Ruins
The Phil's World trail system sits atop a southwest desert mesa approximately four miles from Cortez, Colorado, and consists of classic single track riding intermixed with segments of challenging slickrock. Trail difficulty ranges from beginner to intermediate. The majority of trails within the system are mildly technical with limited ext
The Phil's World trail system sits atop a southwest desert mesa approximately four miles from Cortez, Colorado, and consists of classic single track riding intermixed with segments of challenging slickrock. Trail difficulty ranges from beginner to intermediate. The majority of trails within the system are mildly technical with limited extended uphill sections. Riders seeking a playful ride experience will find plenty of mountain bike optimized features throughout the system.
One of the Bureau of Land Management's "Backyard to Backcountry" treasures, information on Phil's World Trail System was developed between IMBA and the Tres Rios BLM Field Office in Dolores, CO, to provide world-class riding experiences. IMBA's data on the trail includes elevations, ratings, current conditions, photos, and comments.
https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/mountainbike/philsworld
Ancestral Puebloan Ruins
Ancestral Puebloan Ruins
Ancestral Puebloan Ruins
Southwest Colorado is home to extensive, well-preserved Ancestral Puebloan ruins, featuring iconic cliff dwellings and mesa-top sites, mostly concentrated near Cortez. The premier location is Mesa Verde National Park (600+ cliff dwellings), complemented by Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and Hovenweep National Monument, which offer more remote, high-density archaeological experiences.