Known as the heart of the high country, Silverton has quite a few locally owned and operated lodging options. From the cozy bed and breakfast establishments overlooking the beautiful San Juan Mountains, to the rustic and adventurous camping areas, you have many options to choose from based on your individual needs and budget.

• National Forest Camping

  • South Mineral Creek
  • Molas Lake
  • Dispersed Camping Guidelines in the San Juan National Forest
    • Motor Vehicle Use Map (shows forest service roads open/closed to dispersed camping and primitive, non-reservable campgrounds)

• Motels, Hotels & In-Town Campgrounds

  • See the Silverton Chamber of Commerce's website for the latest listings
  • Located about halfway between Silverton and Durango, check out Cascade Village and Purgatory Resort
  • Also, don’t forget about Ouray. Hardrock doesn’t put the same type of lodging pressure on Ouray as it does on Silverton, and Ouray offers some great lodging options.