How to Make A Reservation

Step 1: Check the calendar and make sure the date(s) you want are available.

Step 2: Read the TOP Safety Rules and Regulations for Group Users.

Step 3: Fill out the TOP Reservation Form (Group User Permit). (Not needed for family picnics or individual hiking/day use)

Step 4: Print out and sign the TOP Indemnification Form. Email signed form to info@topofthepines.org. (Not needed for family picnics or individual hiking/day use)

Step 5: If you are planning a wedding of any size OR you have a group larger than 30 or are an overnight student group using our facilities: Request a Certificate of Liability Insurance (for 1 million in coverage) from your insurance company (or school). Please name County of Ouray, Ouray County and TOP, Inc. 1035 Highland Drive, Ridgway, Colorado as Additional Insured Parties. Email to:  info@topofthepines.org

Step 6: Check the fees below and click the PAY NOW button on this page to make a payment with your credit card or PayPal account. 

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Camping Fees

Single Campsite: $20 per night
Exclusive use of all 9 campsites: $150/night
Please Note: Educational campsite reservations include day use and no extra fee is required. Commercial groups who reserve the campsites receive 50% off of the day use fees.

Weddings and Special Events

TOP is available for wedding reservations from May 15-Oct. 15. We offer two wedding rates:
  • One day (8 am – 6 pm): $750 + $500 refundable damage/cleaning deposit (minus a 2.5% processing fee); this rate is for a simple wedding with minimal setup that can be in and out in a single day.
  • Three days and two nights (12:00 noon – 12:00 noon): $2000 +$500 refundable damage/cleaning deposit (minus a 2.5% processing fee); this rate includes exclusive use of the campground and pavilion and is intended for larger weddings with more extensive setup (tents, etc.) that needs to be installed the day before and taken down the day after the wedding.
  • Payment terms: Full payment is due at the time of reservation. We cannot hold your date until we receive full payment.
  • Refund terms: Full refund minus a 2.5% processing fee up until four months before the reservation date, after which no refund will be offered. 

Disclaimer: TOP is a multi-use facility and does not guarantee exclusive use for group events. There may be other educational or recreational groups and/or individuals who come and go during the time of your reservation for a hike, bike ride, educational outing, etc. 
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Group Fees for Daily Use

Fees pertaining to picnicking, biking, hiking, educational excursions

  • Families: By donation
  • Schools in Ouray County: 4 hours – $15 per class; over 4 hours – $ 25/class
  • Schools outside of Ouray County: 4 hours – $30 per class; over 4 hours – $50 per class
  • Parties and Commercial Groups:  4 hours – $45 per 10 participants; Over 4 hours – $65 per 10 participants. 

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