Morefield Campground, Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado

Morefield Campground in Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado offers the opportunity to camp within the park and be close to the main park road to the ruins. This front country campground has a great RV loop with full hookups.

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Morefield Campground

This campground is divided into many many loops so you will want to know where you are picking a campsite. Some of the sites are on hills and have steps up into the sites.

Morefield Campground is located up the hill past the park entrance station from the visitor center. The campsite has native flowers, deer, and wild turkeys along with a great scavenger hunt.

Number of Sites: 267 campsites

Location in the park: four miles inside Mesa Verde

Campsite Cost: Make sure to check with the park for the most up-to-date camping fees

Senior/Access Camping Fee: NPS Golden Age/Golden Access passes: Passes are applicable to tent and non-hookup campsites; with discount applied only to campsite occupied by the person to whom the passport has been issued.

Reservations: Yes

Campground Address:

Latitude/Longitude: 37.3021° N, 108.4190° W

Accessible Sites: There are several designated, accessible campsites and comfort stations (with flush toilets) available along the Apache Loop.

Pets Allowed: Pets are allowed in the campground and must be under physical control at all times. Please do not leave pets unattended in campsites, vehicles or RV. Responsible pet ownership includes proper disposal of pet wastes.

Campground Reservations

Are campground Reservations Available? Yes, The campground is managed by Aramark and they offer reservations.

Phone Number? 800.449.2288

Reservations: Yes, reservations can be made online

How Far Ahead can you make a reservation?

First Come, First Served?

Payment Policy: Deposit equal to a one-night stay including taxes and or surcharges is due at time of booking. Remaining balance is due at check-in.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made more than 72 hours prior to arrival in order to avoid forfeiture of full deposit.

Campground Amenities

The campground is located next to a lot of amenities including a camp store/gift shop, laundry, showers, and the Knife Edge Cafe.

Dump Station: Yes

Bear Boxes: Some sites had bear boxes but not every site has them

Flush Toilets: Yes

Showers: Yes

Payphone: an emergency phone (local calls only) is located in Morefield Village, just outside the laundromat.

Firewood: You can purchase firewood at the camp store

Is wifi available? Yes, Wi-fi should be available throughout the entire campground. However, the strength of connection varies. It may be faster near the Morefield Village and campground store.

Is cellular Phone Service Available? No

Is camp host available on site? Yes

Is firewood available for purchase? Yes, at the camp store

Amenities at each campsite: Campsites include a fire pit and/or barbeque grill, picnic table with seating, and gravel tent pad.

Fire pit in the site? Yes a firepit or bbq grill

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

Potable Water? Yes

RV Camping at Morefield Campground

15 full hook-up RV sites with water, electric, and sewer (reservations accepted, recommended)

RV Length: Morefield RV & Campground does not allow RV's longer than 46'.

Generators: Generators are not allowed in the tent loop.

Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: The site fee includes double occupancy. There is a charge for additional occupants over the age of 6.

The number of cars per campsite: 2 cars or 4 motorcycles

Check In: Check-in is accepted any time after 1:00 pm local time, at the Campground Store. If arriving after store hours, please pick a location and check-in the next morning.

Checkout time: Check out is by 11:00 am local time.

Quiet Hours: 10 pm to 6 am

Morefield Campground Map

Best Mesa Verde National Park Tours & Activities

Mesa Verde National Park Half-Day Small-Group Tour
⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars (250+ reviews) | ⏳ Tour Length: 4 hours | 🚗 Check Rates and Availability

One of the top-rated Mesa Verde tours on Viator, this small-group half-day experience covers the park's major highlights including Cliff Dwellings and Pit Houses with a knowledgeable guide handling all the driving. Reviewers praise the personal feel of the tour, with many guests getting one-on-one time with their guide. Snacks and drinks are available. A great choice for first-time visitors who want a well-paced introduction to the park without the logistics.

Mesa Verde Full-Day Tour with Cliff Palace and Lunch
⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars (279+ reviews) | ⏳ Tour Length: 8 hours | 🚗 Check Rates and Availability

For those who want to go deep, this full-day tour out of Durango covers the park thoroughly, with a ranger-led visit to Cliff Palace included. Lunch is provided, and guides consistently earn rave reviews for their knowledge and enthusiasm. Likely to sell out, especially in peak summer and fall months. The top pick for travelers who want the most complete Mesa Verde experience available.

Mesa Verde National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
⭐️ Rating: 4.6 out of 5 Stars (91+ reviews) | ⏳ Tour Length: 4 to 12 hours (self-paced) | 🚗 Check Rates and Availability

Perfect for independent travelers who want to explore on their own schedule, this GPS-synced audio driving tour automatically triggers narration as you reach each stop in the park. No need to rewind or follow a script. Reviewers love the flexibility and the quality of the commentary, which covers geology, wildlife, and the deep history of the Ancestral Puebloans. A budget-friendly option that still delivers a rich, informative experience.

Make sure to click here for a complete list of tours available at Mesa Verde National Park!

Where to stay when the Far View lodge is Full?

The Farr View Lodge is the only lodgelocated in Mesa Verde National Park and the lodge can fill up. Here is a couple additional options nearby.

⭐️ 4.8 of 5 Stars - Retro Inn at Mesa Verde - Click here for Rates and Availability.
A completely remodeled and wonderfully quirky retro-themed boutique motel just 9 miles from Mesa Verde National Park, loaded with personality and charm! Individually decorated rooms feature flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, coffee makers, and free WiFi, with fireplace suites available for a cozy upgrade. Guests enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast including breakfast burritos, a garden terrace, BBQ grills, picnic area, on-site playground, and free parking. Just minutes from the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, making it a perfect base for the entire Four Corners region. Pet friendly!

⭐️ 4.8 of 5 Stars - Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch - Click here for Rates and Availability.
One of the most extraordinary places to stay near any national park in America, a boutique archaeology-themed guest ranch nestled inside the densest collection of ancient ruins in the country! Choose from uniquely designed private cabins and guesthouses including the Sky Kiva, a circular chamber inspired by ancient Puebloan design with 20-foot ceilings, a fireplace, full kitchen, and king bed with organic sheets, or the Star Tower with a rooftop stargazing deck. Farm animals roam the pastures, fresh eggs from resident chickens are stocked in your cabin, and guests can participate in ranch life, sound therapy sessions, hiking, fishing, and canoeing. Free WiFi, sauna, and pet friendly. Mesa Verde is 45 minutes away!

Click on this link or the map below for additional hotels and vacation rentals near Mesa Verde NP including the Far View Lodge!

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Mesa Verde National Park Entrance Fee

Park entrance fees are separate from camping and lodging fees.

Summer Rates (May 1 through October 22)

Park Entrance Pass - $30.00 Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $25.00 Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

$25.00 plus $15 for each person for commercial vehicles with 1-6 seats

Winter Rates (October 23 through April 30)

Park Entrance Pass - $20.00 Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $15.00 Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

$25.00 plus $10.00 for each person for commercial vehicles with 1-6 seats

Year-Round Rates

Per-Person Entrance Pass - $15.00 Visitors 16 years or older who enter on foot, bicycle, or as part of an organized group not involved in a commercial tour.

Annual Park Entrance Pass - $55.00, Admits pass holder and all passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. Valid for one year from the month of purchase.

$75.00 for commercial vehicles with 7-15 seats

$100.00 for commercial vehicles with 16-25 seats

$200.00 for commercial Tours with 26+ seats

Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.

$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.

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National Park Free Entrance Days -Mark your calendars with the free entrance days the National Park Service offers for US citizens and residents.