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Uncompahgre National Forest Thistledown Campground
★★★★☆
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Reviews • 5
This was our third choice after Amphitheater and Angel Creek. We were so happy that no sites were available at the first two campgrounds. Thistledown was beautiful. Our site #3 was right along the...
Nothing wrong with the campsites but it was pretty crowded. I think we got the last open spot and the stinkiest vault toilets ever. Burned my eyes to go in there. 🤢 We stayed here for the Mount...
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Overall, this campsite offers a unique and affordable camping experience with beautiful creekside views and a peaceful atmosphere, particularly in the less crowded months. While the vault toilets can be unpleasant and some sites may feel crowded, the presence of bear boxes and the isolation of certain walk-in sites are appreciated by campers. The campground's proximity to town and hiking trails adds to its appeal, making it a solid choice for nature lovers.
Highlights
- Affordable camping at $10 per night
- Beautiful creekside locations with stunning views
- Quiet and isolated walk-in sites for tent campers
- Bear boxes provided for food storage
- Friendly and helpful campground host
- Proximity to town and hiking trails
- Availability of trash dumpsters and vault toilets
Considerations
- Vault toilets can be unpleasant and poorly maintained at times
- Some sites are crowded, especially during peak season
- Long walk to vault toilet from certain sites (up to 20 minutes)
- Traffic noise from nearby road can be audible
- Bear activity requires hauling gear to higher sites
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