Base Camp 550 Review & Ratings Overview
8 Reviews
These reviews are the opinion of RV LIFE's members and not the views of RV LIFE
“Great Location and Atmosphere”
Nightly Rate: $59 USD
We had an amazing stay at Basecamp 550. The campgrounds location is perfect, with easy access to Ouray, Montrose, Telluride, and other nearby areas. The amenities were excellent, including...
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| Power Available | jno |
| Sewer Connection | qgl |
| Water Connection | zin |
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| Space Between Lots | nwae kachu |
| Sun & Foliage | gxwaqm skhyk |
| Tow Vehicle Parking | qqz |
Tip for Other Campers:
West Gold Hill Dinosaur Trackway
“great mountain views, tight space, great bathrooms”
Nightly Rate: $35 USD
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was attentive and helpful. We were close to town with a great mountain view. The space was tight but worked. We would stay here again. We camped at Base Camp 550 in a...
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| Power Available | hss |
| Sewer Connection | liv |
| Water Connection | mfi |
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| Space Between Lots | munv mdunx |
| Sun & Foliage | hdsg sruxg |
| Tow Vehicle Parking | ovj |
Tips from campers about Base Camp 550
- REN3 If you go to Red Bluff Overlook, (not to be confused with the Overlook Trail Lookout in the Park which is a nice hike for all) be very careful with the Google map directions. But you will need them, unless you have very finely detailed maps. I have a high clearance 4WD F-250 and needed it in some places. I do not recommend going there in a passenger vehicle. Tomahawk Slab Road is pretty bad, but you can and should bypass it. Don't take AR 5033 starting out from Hwy 14, go 3.5 miles North and take AR 5032 (the road to Maumee from Hwy 14). (99% of the State Roads are rough gravel, made worse by the recent deluges.) Good viewpoints at the Overlook are on very steep bluff "goat trails". Not recommended for kids, pets and old fools like me!2 weeks ago Buffalo Point
- ArkRVHog Book early.1 month ago Buffalo Point
- Ronald Tebbetts A bit of a challenge to get to with a large motorhome. Narrow roads with lots of curves and steep grades but we made it. Rather isolated from a town of any size. The closest (14 miles) with a grocery store is Yellville. There is also a BBQ restaurant and a Sonic. Otherwise, its 24 miles to the nearest town. No Verizon cell service. Did see others on their phone so I believe that AT&T had some service. Could not get a connection with a satellite for DISH. Lots of canoe rental places nearby so I imagine that this place is crazy in the summer. We were here 50 years ago and it hasn't changed all that much.1 month ago Buffalo Point
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“Nice park with plenty of shade”
Nightly Rate: $49 USD
I stayed a couple of nights at Basecamp 550. The campsite (#28) was nice and shady. It is situated off Highway 550 and next to a cattle pasture that is dominated by a giant American flag. The road...
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| Power Available | dfr |
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| Water Connection | uqo |
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| Space Between Lots | fiwnbh |
| Sun & Foliage | ujzrzz fhwdy |
Tip for Other Campers:
Visit the historic section of Ridgway where much of "True Grit" (1969) was filmed. The True Grit Cafe has excellent food.
“Friendly Hosts and sites with Great Views”
Nightly Rate: $59 USD
This was our first time staying at Base Camp 550. The crew was very welcoming & responsive. We stayed on the lower level, one of the sites on the fence, and enjoyed tremendous sunrises & starry...
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| Site Type | ejoka |
| Site Space | cftt thtzfn jej bv oufucs inmklyg rju tjm rnofctt |
| Power Available | tal |
| Sewer Connection | lcj |
| Water Connection | tzf |
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| Space Between Lots | ozesam |
| Sun & Foliage | xtoh ftklh |
| Tow Vehicle Parking | pvf |
Tip for Other Campers:
Ridgeway has a lot to offer, food & shops.
The drive to Silverton via the Million Dollar Highway is well worth it.
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“Amazing Gem!!!”
Nightly Rate: $140 USD
My wife and I love Ouray and Telluride but are finding hotels are getting insanely expensive. We were lucky to find Basecamp 550!! We love camping and this is the first time we have done glamping. Its...
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| Power Available | oei |
| Sewer Connection | ajc, Lcikel |
| Water Connection | uxy |
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| Space Between Lots | nobodahl |
| Sun & Foliage | oyjmbalaxr |
Tip for Other Campers:
Ouray and Telluride are nearby for awesome hikes and hot springs!
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