Parking in Ouray
Parking in Ouray is convenient but limited—plan ahead, especially on summer weekends and during festivals. Street parking is available throughout town; free parking is allowed on the main streets and down the side avenues. There are several public lots near Main Street and the Visitor Center for easier access to shops, restaurants, and trailheads. Oversized vehicles and RVs have designated parking areas—check posted restrictions before leaving your vehicle. Be respectful of residential driveways, do not block sidewalks, and obey winter parking bans during snow events and plowing. For a smoother visit, arrive early for peak attractions and use alternative transport when possible to do Ouray right. Check out our city maps for activity-related parking.
Designated Parking Areas
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Catch Basin 9th street
Traveling with a larger vehicle or trailer? Convenient oversized parking is available on 9th Avenue, just steps from the Visitor Center.
From the Visitor Center, turn right onto 9th Avenue and use the large public lot just around the corner.
Overnight parking is permitted for up to 72 hours from May 1 – November 1.
Camping inside vehicles while parked within city limits is prohibited.
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Ouray Hot Springs Parking Lot
Convenient day parking is available at the Ouray Hot Springs parking lot, located right next to the Visitor Center.
Vehicle Limit: 21 feet maximum length
Use: Day parking onlyOvernight parking is not allowed.
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4th and 2nd street
Visitors may park vehicles and/or trailers overnight in any non-designated head-in parking space from May 1 – November 1, for up to 72 hours.
Camping inside vehicles while parked within city limits is prohibited.
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Horseshoe parking lot
Heading to Box Cañon Falls or the Via Ferrata? As you travel south of town, convenient day parking is available in the large gravel lot across from County Road 361.
Use: Day parking only
No overnight parking is allowed.