Morefield Campground
The Quick Take
Morefield is Mesa Verde's only campground, and it owns that monopoly with surprising grace. Tucked into a grassy canyon just four miles past the entrance gate, it sits at elevation surrounded by Gambel oak and enough wild turkeys to make Thanksgiving awkward. The sites are well-spaced for a campground this large, and the canyon walls give it a tucked-away feel that belies its size. You get a solid camp store, laundry, and a dump station, but no flush toilets or showers at your site -- plan accordingly. The full-hookup RV spots are limited to about fifteen, so those go fast. WiFi exists but do not plan your remote workday around it. This is the right pick for anyone using the campground as a base camp to explore the cliff dwellings, which is essentially everyone here. Families and RVers will feel right at home; minimalists might find it a touch civilized.
Booking
Reserve Your Campsite
All 267 sites are reservable.
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Sites & Setup
RV Information
RVs allowed. Maximum length: 46 feet. No electrical hookups. Generators permitted during designated hours.
Accessibility
Accessible restrooms available. Wheelchair accessible camp sites are available along the Apache Loop. These sites are level and offer easier mobility without obstacles. Two wheelchair accessible restrooms are also available on the Apache Loop. An accessible, portable toilet is also available at one of the group sites. A fully ADA accessible restroom is located next to the Knife Edge Café at Morefield Village. Please ask about availability of wheelchair accessible camp sites when registering or making your reservation. Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Rules to Know
- Fires:Fires must be kept in designated fire grates only.
- Generators:Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.
- Bear Safety:This is for your protection and that of park wildlife.
- Occupancy:Up to 2 tents per site are permitted if the site can accommodate them.
Pro Tips
The campground opens in spring and closes in fall, with peak demand from June through August when cliff dwelling tours are in full swing. Book your site the moment reservations open -- Morefield is the only game in town, and the full-hookup RV sites sell out months ahead. Midweek arrivals in May or September are your best bet for snagging a spot without a reservation.
Morefield sits at around 7,800 feet, which means nights get genuinely cold even in July. Bring layers you would not think you need in summer. The elevation also means afternoon thunderstorms roll in fast from late June through August -- have your rain fly ready and avoid exposed ridge trails after noon.
Lock up every scrap of food in your vehicle, no exceptions. The bears here are not the headliner -- it is the bold, larcenous wildlife corridor of deer, turkeys, and smaller critters that will raid an unattended cooler in minutes. Firewood collection is banned, so grab bundles at the camp store before they close for the evening.
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Directions
Morefield Campground is just off the Main Park Road, near milepost 4. Once you exit Hwy 160 and enter the park, continue on the Main Park Road for four miles until you reach the turn off for Morefield Campground on your right.
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