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Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

7 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents35 acres ¡ Hotchkiss, CO
The House where we live is the corner stone of the Bruce Property and is on the Colorado Register of Historic Houses.The residence was constructed between 1905 and 1912, using red bricks made on the site. John and Sophia Bruce, early pioneers in the North Fork Valley, were first involved in cattle raising. The family later became successful fruit growers. Located along the West Elk Loop, a Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway, the large two-story residence features a steeply pitched hipped roof with prominent attic dormers.As a guest of Riverwalk you will have full access to the river during your stay. In addition, there is the Riverwalk Trail System that skirts the North Fork of the Gunnison River from the top of the property, by the Riverwalk Yurt, (available on this site) meandering downstream past the Riverwalk TIPI (available on the site) passing  the Grove Yurt (available on this site) and terminating at the bottom of the property with the sandy Riverwalk Beach. There is a trial that zigs through the Cottonwood Grove and zags back along the gentle Monitor Ditch skirting a newly planted grove of young trees.For RV Campers we provide 2- 30amp,1-50 amp and 1- 110-amp electrical services and potable water. There is a dump station available. There is also access to our heated shower house with running water and bathroom amenities (<3 min. walk, may be shared with other guests). The property is perfectly geared to groups of friends gathering in a central location between the onset of the Rockies and the termination high desert to the west. Friends or family will reserve both Yurts and the RV Site for a perfect reunion setting!
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Lovely Vega Lake View

10 sites ¡ RVs, Tents25 acres ¡ Collbran, CO
Built in the 1960's this place has a lot of history, but has been kept a secret from many!  We have been told that the locals wanted to keep it for themselves so they didn't tell anyone about it.  But, we think you deserve a chance to come and check it out.  If you love hiking, biking, water sports, fishing, OHV, snowmobiles, and just outdoors in general you will love this place!  This is a remote location, the nearest town is 20 minutes away.  The nearest big box store is a little over an hour.  There is no cell phone service, except in a couple locations.  It is a true getaway.  We see families reconnect here, life long friendships are made here, and kids actually put down their devices and get dirty!!  
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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)

7 sites ¡ RVs, Tents22 acres ¡ Clifton, CO
We moved here in 1997 The home has had major remodels done on it. The lake is an old gravel pit to make road base for local road construction. The buoys in the lake are scuba projects from the local college CMU, and hold lots of fish. Other nesting platforms are for our local Geese and they hatch out in April-June. We airbnb 2 rooms in our home as a shared facility and have airbnbs in Northern Ca and Baja. Our home is off limits for campers as we need to respect the space for our other airbnb guests. But in an emergence please call, cell service works fine. port-a potty is gone for the winter November-March. port-a potty is gone for the winter November-March.
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Tater's Black Canyon Campground

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents35 acres ¡ Crawford, CO
Coming soon! Hot showers and toilets will be available end of May. 35 acres of mountain bliss shared with 2 humans, 2 dogs, 2 cats, 3 horses and 5 chickens. Eggs may be available upon request. Incredible views and dark skies make the perfect respite for just hanging out, climbing in the Black, foodie time in the North Fork Valley or pretty much whatever you like to do.
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River Side

1 site ¡ RV4 acres ¡ New Castle, CO
Learn more about this land:At River Side you will have an overlook of the Colorado River with river access. You will wake up to a breathtaking view of the river winding west towards the Anvil Points and Roan Plateau. The property is an easy 7 minute drive from old town New Castle where you can find a grocery store, gas and basic amenities. The town of New Castle is up and coming with several restaurants and a new local's favorite, Colorado Drifters Coffee and Fly shop. You can rent paddle boards, and book guided fishing trips on the river right there. A 20 minute drive from New Castle you can find a popular lake called Harvey Gap. The lake is great for paddle boarding and fishing. Ten minutes away from Harvey Gap is another beautiful area called Rifle Falls which is truly a hidden gem. Climbing and rafting are also available up Canyon. There are many great hikes around the area. Our favorite is Rifle Arch which is about 25 minutes away right outside of the town of Rifle. New Castle has mountain biking trails everywhere and is home to some of the best mountain biking trails in the Roaring Fork Valley. Glenwood Springs is 11 miles away and is the home of the famous hot springs. Aspen is about an hour from our property. Please note our home is located on this property as well. You will have an OPEN (no trees) grassy flat spot to the right of our home that overlooks the river with a view. Just realize you also have a view of our backyard to your west. Due to very high fire danger on the Western Slope we kindly ask you to refrain from using a fire while staying on our property. Please clean up after yourselves, your dogs, and be respectful of noise. Campers or self contained bathrooms are best. We ask that you come prepared and bring your own bathroom at this time. Please message or call when you arrive at our property. We are happy to answer any of your questions. Happy HipCamping to All!
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Palisade Vista

1 site ¡ RV40 acres ¡ Palisade, CO
Learn more about this land:Canyon and orchard views await. Only a short drive (≈2.5 Miles) or bike ride to Palisade, less then a mile to vineyards and wine tasting.  BookCliff Vinyards, Vines 79 Winery, Savage Spectrum Winery all within 1.5 miles.  Clark Family Orchards, Juicy Acers, Ball Fruit, and Cunningham Orchards also with 1.5 miles if you are looking for fresh fruit.  A put in to the Colorado river is also close by (≈2 miles) if you are looking for a leisurely float. Palisade Rim Trail and Mount Garfield trail are also near by for those looking for a hike or bike adventure.  The newly opened Palisade Plunge mountain bike trail which takes you from over 10000' to 4700' exits just about 2 miles below the camp site if you are looking for a thrill.A rustic camp site with privacy and access great night sky viewing and amazing sunsets and sunrises.
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Glenwood Canyon Resort

102 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs10 acres ¡ Glenwood Springs, CO
Glenwood Canyon Resort, located just east of Glenwood Springs, CO is the only lodging, camping, and RV resort in beautiful Glenwood Canyon, where Hanging Lake resides and the mighty Colorado River flows. Learn more about our newest addition, The Sprinter Village. A beautiful area custom designed for Sprinter vans, small RVs, truck campers, pop-up campers, and Rooftop Campers. Guests enjoy on-site rafting, fly-fishing, Bar & Grill, and canyon bike path access, and package deals with Glenwood Hot Springs and Iron Mountain Hot Springs and deals for skiing and snowboarding at Sunlight Mountain Resort in the winter. Our variety of cabins is available year-round and perfect for couples getaways, family fun vacations, reunions of all kinds, RV & travel groups, and corporate retreats. Not only does the Glenwood Canyon Resort boast the most scenic and gorgeous location in all of the western slopes, but we also have some of the coolest (and most convenient) amenities to offer our guests. From the most adventurous activities requiring nerves of steel and uncommon strength to the least adventurous activity of doing your laundry, we’ve got what you’re looking for right here on site. Need camping supplies or maybe a souvenir for those back home? Stop by our resort office and store where we have basic camping needs including wood & fire starters, ice, cold drinks, tent stakes, propane, and all the s’mores fixings you may need. Don’t miss out on trying our favorite s’mores recipe with peanut butter cups! You’ll find other items for your laundry and RVing needs as well. Also located in our resort store are fun little trinkets and things that make great gifts for the ones back at home as well as souvenirs in the form of hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and such.
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Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven

7 sites ¡ Lodging22 acres ¡ Paonia, CO
Formerly known as the North Fork Tipi Haven, this 22 acres was once owned by International sculptor Lincoln Fox, and built by Mr. Wooten in the early 1900's as an apple orchard, Old Moon Acres is now home to Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven. The North Fork Valley of the Gunnison River, encompassing Crawford, Hotchkiss and Paonia, was an important fruit orchard area in the late 1800's and well into the early 1900's. The valley's climate is a banana belt, perfect for fruit with the cold air coming down from the mountains at night and the heat from the mesas warming up the valley during the day. Coal mines up the road in Bowie and Somerset paid better, so many of the orchards languished over the years. Since the closing of all the mines but one, today the NFV is home to the largest concentration of organic farms in the state of Colorado as well as becoming a state Creative District serving the multitudes of artist and creatives that call the valley home. There are many pick-your-own peaches, cherries, apples, pears, nectarines and if we are lucky, apricots, in the valley. Delicious Orchards, 1 mile down Hwy 133, is an excellent place to pick your own, drink local hard cider and listen to live music on the weekend over a wonderful brunch. It is all about the farms, cattle, art, music, outdoor adventure, fun and relaxation here in the North Fork Valley. The tipis are custom made by the Colorado Yurt Company in Montrose, Colorado where they have been making yurts, tents and tipis since 1976. The tipis are expertly designed and made with custom paintings invoking the animal spirits that inhabit our land. These are a Sioux design tipi as the Ute's mainly lived in wiki-ups until they were introduced to the tipi in the 1800's. The Ute's appropriated the tipi design from the Sioux or Plains Natives. We have solar showers (solar bags of water heated by the sun during the day) available for free. Showers are also available at the local laundromat in Hotchkiss. Our goal is to awaken your sense of wonder by sleeping out in nature and waking up to the Colorado blue sky in clean, clear air at 5500 ft. You can visit the many high altitude wineries, fruit orchards, organic farms, farm-to-table restaurants, great music, interesting movies at the community owned Paradise Theater, art at the Creamery Arts Center in Hotchkiss, stand-up paddle boarding, WSSUP, at Crawford reservoir, mountain biking in Grand Mesa, hiking in the West Elks, rafting down the Gunnison river in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, fishing up canyon in the coolness of the forest or relaxing in one of many hot springs within an hour of us. Colorado Detours is highly recommended by us to take you and yours on a hiking, farm, wine, or geology tour of the area. Aspen, Crested Butte (over Kebler Pass), Glenwood Springs, Gunnison, Ouray, Grand Junction, Ridgeway and Telluride all are about an hour or two away by car. Welcome to Colorado.
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Sage View Ranch

24 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres ¡ Paonia, CO
After traveling the US in our motorhome for almost 5 years my husband Scott and I know the value of a smiling face and a helping hand after a day (or week) of travel. Exploring and experiencing this amazing country, its diversity and incredible people enhanced our lives in so many ways. In mid 2017 we found out our first grandchild was on the way. Long story short we parked the RV and parked ourselves here in Paonia, CO. In December of that year, we moved onto this amazing property full time and started the long list of fix ups (the list is still long). lol We are blessed to have our two adult sons and (aforementioned) grandson living on this property with us. Our philosophy is to live in the moment as the present is the gift. Whether enjoying a sunrise or a sunset or anytime in between you’ll likely find us outside most days. In that, we love all that nature has to offer including fresh fruits and veggies, animals, beauty and fragrances. Sage View Ranch is being created with the desire to have people experience the natural rustic beauty and magic of Paonia. Scott and I look forward to meeting you :)
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4 Leg Adventures Non Profit

8 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents46 acres ¡ Paonia, CO
A Beautiful and quiet small ranch two miles from town and one mile from national forest. Our property is home of 4 Leg Adventures Non Profit. 4 leg Adventures offers conventional riding lessons, Alexander Technique Riding Lessons, and Trail rides for experienced riders. They also do Equine and wilderness based summer camps.
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Zenzen Gardens

33 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres ¡ Paonia, CO
We are now the official tasting room for Alfred Eames Cellars beginning May 15th. The tasting room will be open from 11:00am - 6:00 pm. Come sit under the veranda and taste some exceptional local wines. The property is also a music venue with two performance sites in the barn and a stage by the pond. We also offer farm-to-table dinners throughout the summer, and tapas on Thursdays. Check out our calendar for concerts and dinner dates at www.zenzengardens.com There is veranda seating to enjoy the beautiful flower gardens and where you can access the internet. At the turn of the century, this farm was a dairy operation with its huge old red barn built in the 1880's. The property is pastoral, relaxing, rural and beautiful! It is surrounded by hay and alfalfa fields. It is very quiet with wide open spaces. You might see deer, fox, Golden Eagles, Bald Eagles, Red Tail Hawks and Red Wing Blackbirds, just to name a few.
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Mountain Made Cabin Retreat

5 sites ¡ Lodging232 acres ¡ Collbran, CO
Welcome to our incredible 232-acre Colorado property! Prepare to be amazed as you step into a natural wonderland that truly exceeds expectations. From breathtaking mountains and majestic bluffs to meandering streams and peaceful ponds, our property offers a little slice of paradise. But that's not all! You'll be delighted to stumble upon a natural spring that emerges gracefully from the mountainside, adding to the magical charm of this place. And let's not forget about our fantastic wildlife! Get ready to encounter magnificent elk, graceful mule deer, curious turkeys, and even the occasional awe-inspiring bear. Trust us when we say this is an experience you absolutely don't want to miss out on! With 232 acres of beauty and adventure, you'll find yourself immersed in a truly unforgettable journey. So come on over and explore the wonders of our remarkable Colorado property, where nature's embrace is waiting to greet you with open arms.
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The best camping near Vega State Park guide

Overview

About

Situated at an elevation of around 8,000 feet, this Western Colorado state park provides plenty of great opportunities to get out and enjoy winter, no matter the season. The high-mountain lake here can be used for both motorized and non-motorized water sports and there's a fishing pier for those who don't have their own boats. Swimming is also allowed in non-wake areas. Winter activities include snowshoeing, sledding, ice-fishing, and even ice skating, and a few of the campsites and all five of the cabins at the park are open to winter visitors.

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Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve campsites and cabins online or over the phone through Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
  2. Campsites and cabins are released six months in advance and can be reserved up until your day of arrival.
  3. Book early to avoid disappointment. Early Settlers Campground, in particular, fills up fast.
  4. All five cabins and a few campsites are available in the winter months.
  5. If you can’t find a campsite in the park, there are many Hipcamps in the area. You’ll also find plenty of reservable and first-come, first-served campsites available at Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests nearby.

When to go

Vega State Park offers a mix of summer and winter activities, making it a good place to visit year-round. That said, summer is still the most popular time to visit, and the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is usually busy. This is also the only time of the year where hunting is permitted in the park. Camping season runs from mid-May through the end of September, with some sites available in October and from mid-April through mid-May.

Know before you go

  • You can pick up groceries and supplies in the town of Collbran, a 20-minute drive from Vega.
  • The park's visitor center offers educational exhibits, fishing and hunting passes, boat and off-highway-vehicle registration, and souvenirs for sale.
  • Accessible features at the park include a fishing pier, showers, restrooms, and eight campsites.
  • Dogs are welcome at the park but must remain leashed. Pets are allowed in some cabins for an additional nightly fee.
  • Parking is not included in camping fees. All vehicles must have a day or annual parking pass displayed.
  • Horse corrals are available for rent and are located behind the Pioneer cabins.

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