Stake out your campsite, pitch a tent and let your fun-filled weekend begin!
Exclusive shows, easy access to the festival stages - camping is the most fun way to experience the Festival! Please read the info below to find everything you’ll need to know to have the best time possible.
Load-In Instructions
5-Day Campers - Wednesday, September 11
8:00 am Zone 1 line up, release at 8:30 am
2:30 pm Main Campground line up, release at 3:00 pm
Step 1: Line up
One person from a group or as an individual may begin lining up on foot between the Blues Stage and the Tennis Courts. Line up first come, first serve - the line will form & start in front of the Blues Stage. Campers will be released in the first come, first serve order in to the respective campgrounds. Do not line up before the posted time. DO NOT LINE UP WITH YOUR VEHICLE ON MAIN STREET PRIOR TO RECEIVING A TEMPORARY “UNLOADING” PARKING PASS OR RV/VEHICLE PASS.
There will be separate lines for RV/Vehicle, Zone 1 and Main Campground tent campers.
Step 2: Claim a site using a tarp or tent
Once released, campers will be allowed to place a tarp or tent down to claim a site of their choice in a slow, orderly fashion.
Step 3: Go to the Camp Host to pick up a temporary parking pass
Step 4: Leave the park and bring your vehicle in to unload quickly at camp sites
Step 5: Park nearby and leave your vehicle
Parking staff will direct vehicles to nearby parking for the duration of the festival.
RV’s & Vehicles:
RV's will collect a tag at the site they want and bring it to the Camp Host site to exchange for a RV Hang Tag to display in your windshield for the duration of the festival. Please bring proof of purchase.
Vehicles - Please bring proof of purchase of Vehicle Pass to exchange for Weekend Hang Tag
4-Day Campers - Thursday, September 12
8:00 am Warner Field line up, release at 8:30 am
Same procedure as above.
Campground FAQs
Can I bring my Dog? . . .
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted in the campground.
Can I camp near my friends? . . .
Camping is first come first serve. If you would like to camp next to friends you will have to arrange this as best as possible with the area available.
My friends are in Glamping. Can I still visit them with a GA pass? . . .
Glampers have guest passes for friends to use while visiting the Glamping Village.
Will there be a host or security? . . .
There is a host located in the main campground all weekend. There will be security provided 24 hours a day from Thursday-Monday in all campgrounds. Campground security and host will strictly enforce all rules including quiet hours.
Can I keep my valuables in the campground? . . .
We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items. If you leave anything at your campsite it is at your own risk.
Will I be able to charge my phone? . . .
For general campers there will be outlets and charging stations provided. Charging stations may be found by the bathrooms. Glampers will have power in their tents.
Can I bring alcohol into the campground? . . .
You are allowed to bring your own alcohol/food/beverages into your campsite. You are not allowed to walk into town with any open containers. You will not be allowed to bring any alcohol in to festival grounds either.
Can I have a grill or small stoves for cooking? . . .
You are allowed to grill on grills that are already in the campground, personal charcoal grills and propane grills in Town Park campground. If you are camping in Warner field you are not allowed to use charcoal grills, propane grills are permitted.
Can I give my camping pass to a friend? . . .
Once you have exchanged your ticket for a camping wristband it is non-transferable. Mutilated or torn wristbands will not be honored.
Can I bring friends into the campground? . . .
No you are not allowed to bring non-campers into the campground for security reasons.
Is smoking allowed? . . .
Smoking is permitted but we ask all of our campers to please be respectful of their neighbors. Marijuana may not be consumed openly or publicly. The best course of action is to be respectful to those around you at all times. Security will intervene if there are complaints.
Are there Showers/Bathrooms? ADA accessible? . . .
Yes there are showers and bathrooms available and they are ADA accessible.
What hours can you use showers? Are they free? Where are they located? . . .
Restroom and shower facilities are available in the campground (flushing toilets and all). Shower tokens are needed, which can be obtained from a token machine outside the shower buildings that converts $1, $5, $10 and $20 bills only - no coins or credit cards.
What are the Campground Sessions? . . .
A special perk available to campers only are the additional shows in the campground exclusive to campers only (camping wristband required for entrance). Artists will be playing on the Campground Stage each day of the festival. Don't miss the chance to see these performances in an intimate campground setting! Click here for more info.
How do I check into the campground? . . .
Early arrivals will participate in a Load-In Lottery (please see the Campground Info tab). Please drive directly to the campground and festival volunteers will direct you to unload your vehicle and where to park your vehicle. From there you will be able to got to the Box Office and exchange your tickets for wristbands. You do not need your credentials to unload your equipment. You have 30 minutes to unload your vehicle unless you have purchased a campground vehicle pass.
Are campsites designated? . . .
No, all camping is first-come/first-serve with no designated sites being enforced. There are no campsites in the campground and it is communal camping. So get to know your neighbors.
Will there be a lost and found? . . .
Lost and found is at the warming hut next to the Town Park Oval on the path from the Box Office to the main entrance of the festival.
Will there be electrical outlets? . . .
Yes there are outlets but they are very limited and only at bathroom locations.
Can I bring a bicycle? Are there local places to rent a bicycle? . . .
You are allowed to bring a bicycle. However, there are no designated places to lock your bike within the campground. You can rent a bike from one of the many bike stores in Telluride. Please note that no bikes will be allowed in the festival grounds, you must leave your bike at the designated bike parking area at the Box Office or locked at your campsite.
How close are the campsites to the festival site? . . .
Depending on your campsite all camping is within a 2-3 minute walk to the festival site.
Where do I park? . . .
If you have purchased a campground parking pass you will be able to park in the campground with a pass displayed in your windshield. If you have not purchased a campground parking pass campground volunteers will direct you to free parking for campers elsewhere.
Will there be ice available for purchase? . . .
Yes, ice can be purchased through the campground host.
How long can I be in the campsite? . . .
5-Day campers can check-in on Wednesday as early as 8:30 am (Zone 1) and 1:30 pm (Main Campground). 4-Day Campers can check-in on Thursday as early as 8:00 am. The Festival takes over the campground and all camping becomes first come first serve - no designated sites. All Festival campers must be out of the campground by Monday at 11:00 am, at which time control of the campground returns to the Town of Telluride.
Can I camp in the campground without a Festival ticket? . . .
No campers will be allowed in the campground that do not hold tickets for the Festival.
Regional Camping . . .
There are plenty of options to camp outside of the Town of Telluride. The two closest campgrounds that we recommend are the Sunshine Campground and the Matterhorn Campground. Both are conveniently located within a short driving distance and are easily accessible without a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
Sunshine Campground is a single loop, paved campground with 15 campsites nestled in a dense aspen forest featuring a small mountain lake. A spectacular view of Sunshine Peak is visible from many sites. Hiking trails, fishing and jeep roads are found nearby. Lizard Head Wilderness is a short drive away. Unfortunately, reservations cannot be made in advance, all sites are first-come, first-serve. For more information, click here.
Matterhorn Campground is a highly developed campground adjacent to Colorado State Highway 145 near Telluride, CO. There are 28 campsites with 4 of them offering RV hookups (electricity and septic). Most sites have pleasant views, especially the walk-in tent sites with unobstructed and panoramic views of the mountains. Showers are available to both overnight and day use guests. All sites have picnic tables, combination fire-rings and grills, and lantern poles. Firewood is available for a fee. Reservations can be made in advance but certain sites are first-come, first-serve. For more information, click here.
My question isn't here! How can I get the answers I need? . . .
Please feel free to contact us with any additional questions here. If it gets asked frequently we'll add it to the page.
Campground Info
General Rules
Per the Town of Telluride contract, absolutely no animals in campgrounds or parking lots.
Per local ordinance, no wood fires are allowed in the campground.
Charcoal cooking fires are permitted in metal containers designated for that purpose. Propane fire pits and BBQs are allowed on Warner Field.
We are not responsible for lost, stolen or forgotten tickets, and under no circumstances will we replace them.
We will provide trash, recycling and additional port-a-potties throughout the campground.
No camping is permitted within 50 feet of Bear Creek Falls.
No camping is permitted on private land or within/beyond taped areas.
Campground Hosts will be on duty 24 hours and can be contacted via radio and cell phone.
Lost and found is located at the Warming Hut.
Children 12 and under are free for camping and the festival, and must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Showers will be available at the permanent facilities located in Town Park. All fees associated with showers will be collected by the Town of Telluride. Shower tokens may be purchased with bills at the shower entrance.
Tickets and Wristbands
All campers must have festival tickets in order to camp in the Town Park Campgrounds.
All campground tickets are sold per person and per vehicle, not per site.
All occupants of a vehicle or RV must have a valid camping wristband and festival wristbands.
All vehicles in the campground must display a vehicle or RV pass. All others will be towed.
All persons entering the campground must have a valid camping wristband and festival wristband.
Vendors with a vendor wristband will have access to the Town Park showers.
If a camper removes, tears, damages or loses their band, they will not receive a new one.
Vehicles & RV’s
All vehicles and RV’s must have previously purchased a vehicle or RV pass. The appropriate pass must be displayed in their windshield at all times. If a pass is not properly displayed, that vehicle will be subject to towing at the owner's expense.
Vehicles/RV are not allowed to drive in and out during the festival and must remain parked. Vehicle gate supervisor must remove the car/RV pass from any vehicle if they leave the campground prior to Monday.
Campground Hosts will provide a general area for RV’s to park. Towed vehicles are counted as two vehicles and must have the appropriate number of passes. Towed vehicles may be dropped off in the campground and the second vehicle can be parked off–site.
There are no provisions for electricity or sewer within Town Park for RV’s. RV pass holders will be advised of this prior to entering the campground. RV’s can empty their waste tanks at the Society Turn dump station pre and post festival, NOT DURING.
Upon arrival at the campground, each vehicle will be stopped by the Campground Host on duty. Patrons will be asked to show their camping and festival tickets.
NO sleeping is permitted in vehicles parked in off-site parking.
Parking
Campers who have a vehicle pass may keep their cars in the campground. Once parked in the campground, they will not be able to drive in and out until after the festival. Campers who leave early with their vehicles will not be allowed to return with their vehicle.
Non-vehicle pass holders will unload their gear at a campsite and then move their car to an off-site parking area as directed by Campground Hosts. Campers will have 30 minutes to unload and move their car to off-site parking. The driver’s side windscreen will be marked with a dry erase marker indicating the time permitted to stay.
Any vehicles parked in the campground prior to Wednesday, must be moved to off-site parking from 8:00 - 10:00 am on Wednesday morning or display their vehicle pass.
Standard Camping
The Most Fun & Affordable Way To Stay
There are 3 general areas for camping to choose from:
4-Day Camping on Warner Field - the baseball field on the right as you enter the park. No trees. This campground is open Thursday-Monday.
5-Day Camping in Town Park Campground - The Town Park Campground is a large, wooded general area of the campground complete with our Campground Sessions Stage and adjacent to the stunning Wilderness of Bear Creek. This campground is open Wednesday-Monday.
5-Day Camping in Zone 1 - The Town Park Campground is a large, wooded general area of the campground complete with our Campground Sessions Stage and adjacent to the stunning Wilderness of Bear Creek. This campground is open Wednesday-Monday.
Camping tickets will be sold per location. All festival campers will have access to full array of campground amenities including restrooms (flushing toilets and all), shower facilities and access to the Campground Sessions.
Camping is communal in all areas, there are no designated campsites. You are welcome to put your tent up wherever you want. The campground is more of a social than a wilderness experience, it can get a bit crowded so be prepared to be close to your neighbors!
RV & Vehicle Camping
The Festival Campground offers a variety of amazing options to enjoy vehicle camping in the heart of the San Juan Mountains.
RV Camping
Limit one per customer - Only 10 Available! The RV Pass includes 4 days of RV parking in the Telluride Town Park Campground.
The Telluride Town Park Campground has a limited amount of 10 RV Campsites located a quick three minute walk from the festival grounds. RV camping or sleeping in an RV is allowed in these designated campsites only. RV camping is not permitted residential areas in the Town of Telluride or Mountain Village. Any vehicle 18 feet and over in length is considered an RV. The maximum length of RV’s allowed in the Festival Campground is 30 feet.
No hookups are available, but restrooms and hot showers are available nearby in the campground. Generators are allowed as long as quiet hours are respected.
This is a parking pass, this ticket does not include festival or camping passes.
All RV campers must have a Camping Pass and a Festival Pass (sold separately).
Vehicle Camping
Limit one per customer - only 35 available. The Vehicle Camping Pass includes 4 days of vehicle parking in the Telluride Town Park Campground.
Vehicle Camping Passes allow parking for one vehicle next to your campsite located a quick three minute walk from the festival grounds. Designated campsites for vehicles in the festival campground are very limited and sell out almost instantly. Vehicle camping or sleeping in a vehicle is allowed in these designated campsites only. Vehicle camping is not permitted in residential areas in the Town of Telluride or Mountain Village. “Vehicles” are considered to be any automobile up to 18 feet in length. Vehicles 18 feet and over in length are considered to be an RV and will need an RV Camping Pass.
Restrooms and hot showers are available nearby in the campground.
This is a parking pass, this does not include festival or camping passes.
All vehicle campers must have a Camping Pass and a Festival Pass (sold separately).
Glamping
Glamour Camping - Camp In Style
Leave your worries (and camping gear) behind and come stay in one of our Luxury Tents located in a prime camping location exclusive only to Glamping patrons. Each Safari-Style Tent comes equipped with all you need from top to bottom! Just bring your clothes, food, and essentials with you and we will take care of the rest!
Each Glamping Package includes the following:
Two VIP 3-Day Festival passes
4-Day Camping Passes
One Safari-Style Tent complete with 1 Queen Bed with full linen package, bath towels, a table and chair(s), overhead lighting, décor unique to each tent with heat included
On-site Concierge ("Glamp Counselor")
Private restrooms for glampers only
Access to hot showers ($)
Gas Cooking Grill
Ice and cooler
Morning coffee and pastries
“Front Porch” with Adirondack chairs
Power source for personal electronics
Dedicated parking located near the Glamping site
Campground Sessions
A special perk available to campers only are the shows in the campground exclusive to campers only (camping wristband required for entrance). Artists will be playing on the Campground Stage each day of the festival.