McPhee Recreation Area Introduce
McPhee Recreation Area is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Colorado's rugged landscape, providing a serene and natural setting for outdoor enthusiasts. Located at 27356 Forest Service Rd 271, Dolores, CO 81323, this charming recreation area offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Whether you're camping under the stars or exploring the nearby attractions, McPhee Recreation Area is an ideal destination for travelers seeking a memorable outdoor experience.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, and simply soaking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and reservoir. The recreation area features well-maintained campsites with tree coverage, fire rings, and basic amenities such as flushing toilets and clean water sources. RVs and tents are welcome, with designated sites available for vehicles or short walking paths to campsites (designated by the letter W after the site number). The camp host is always on hand to offer friendly assistance, ensuring a welcoming and safe stay for all visitors.
- Location: McPhee Recreation Area is located in Dolores, CO, near the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and just 30 minutes from Mesa Verde. These nearby attractions make it an ideal base camp for exploring the region's rich cultural and natural history.
- Amenities: The recreation area offers flushing toilets, sinks, clean water sources, fire rings, and picnic tables. Basic camping equipment is available on-site to ensure a comfortable stay.
- Natural Beauty: Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and overlooking the reservoir, McPhee Recreation Area provides a peaceful retreat for nature lovers.
- Activities: Hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and bird watching are popular activities. The area is also perfect for stargazing due to its remote location and minimal light pollution.
Customer Feedback:
McPhee Recreation Area has received glowing reviews from visitors who praise the friendly camp host, clean facilities, and well-maintained sites. One camper highlighted that the scenery exceeded expectations, describing it as a "great last camping location" for their trip. Another visitor appreciated the convenience of being less than 10 minutes away from the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, suggesting budgeting 4-8 hours to explore the entire loop.
Whether you're planning a quick overnight stay or an extended adventure in the Colorado mountains, McPhee Recreation Area offers a welcoming and picturesque destination for all types of campers. Don't miss the chance to experience this hidden gem!
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Customer Reviews
The camp host of juniper was so friendly! The sites were much better than expected, as on the website the main focus was the asphalt parking for the site. The sites had plenty of tree coverage and were very clean! Also, bathrooms were always very clean. Unexpected great last camping location for my trip! I would definitely go back!
Sites available for vehicles or short walking paths to campsites (designated by the letter W after the number, I had 10W). Friendly host on site. Well maintained campground with fire ring. Flushing toilet and sink. Clean water source available. Great scenery of the surrounding mountains and of the reservoir. Less than 10 minutes from the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument (budget 4-8 hours for the entire loop). About 30 minutes from Mesa Verde.
Mcphee Campgrounds are very centrally located to canyon of the ancients and Mesa Verde national park. The sites are nice and flat. The bathrooms were clean and neat. No showers available. Most sites have shade and drinking water is accessible throughout the park. The only real problem is that people for some reason don't seem to be able to follow simple rules dealing w. Quiet hours. Quite a few had generators running early in am or late. Site17 is nice and flat w shade but is across from the bathroom so there was a lot of foot traffic. Overall a nice place but not always relaxing if noise level is high.
We rented a boat from Doc's Marina (only option, but pretty beat up and run down, and the boat was functional but didn't inspire confidence to say the least!). The reservoir however was nice. We enjoyed seeing the area from the water and the kids liked swimming and tubing.
McPhee Recreation Area is a great place for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and camping. Whether you are spending your day on the water or hanging about having a picnic this is the perfect area to enjoy these gorgeous Colorado summer days. We have not camped here, yet. Only enjoyed the day and the views.
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