15 acres hosted by Mario G.
3 RV/tent sites
Near Great Sand Dunes National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Entrance Station.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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100% Recommend122 ratings · 99 reviews
Mono Loco Flats offers campers a serene and picturesque setting with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the vast San Luis Valley. The campsite is well-maintained and provides a sense of seclusion despite its proximity to the highway, making it an ideal spot for stargazing and enjoying nature's beauty. Reviewers appreciate the clean facilities and the responsive, helpful host, Mario. However, potential visitors should be prepared for possible windy conditions and limited shade, as noted by some campers.
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Beautiful area with great views. . Stayed at site 1 and there where others at site 2, wouldn’t even know they where there. Good spaced out sites. Being holiday traffic a lot of cars heading up and down the highway. Overall highly recommend.
Jake A.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
14 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Site 2 Arroyo
Great spot! We had site #2 and loved the location. It was a little windy (mostly in the afternoon), but the stars at night and the privacy made up for that. There were no other campers at the other site when we were there, but they seemed far enough away that it would not have mattered. It was a really nice touch that there was firewood in the firepit for us to use. We didn't use it though because it was windy and I was nervous about anything spreading. I have 4 small kids so we would have been doing a fire earlier in the evening before bedtime. After the kids were in bed, it was calm enough to have had a fire if I wanted. Also, I was able to get my remote Wifi to pick up a little signal there. Thanks for a great stay. We'd definitely stay again.
Erin M.
2 reviews
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· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Site 1 The Mesa
It’s 100% as advertised! Beautiful views, quiet but close to the highway! Loved the opportunity to see the Milky Way and do some star gazing. The sky was amazing.
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Chasity D.
6 reviews
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· June 2025
18 ft travel trailer ·
Site 3 Blanca Vista
Camping was great at mono loco. Excellent views. Peaceful well kept sites showing lots of care by Mario.
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Robert G.
4 years on Hipcamp
Directions were clear and the sites were easy to find. Well maintained and cared for sites that offer great views. I enjoyed my stay and would recommend Mono Loco Flats to anyone visiting Great Sand Dunes or passing through the San Luis Valley.
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Zaine J.
2 reviews
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· June 2025
Tent ·
Site 1 The Mesa
The Mesa was a wonderful campsite! Views were stunning in every direction. The two other sites on property are far enough away that it still feels private. The campsite had plenty of space! Our car, tent, and canopy fit with tons of extra space. The picnic table was great to have too! The fire pit had some wood leftover from previous guests that we used but ultimately opted against a fire because of winds. We didn't end up having to use the firewood we brought but the fire pit was nicely constructed! It is 35 min from the site to the National Park (the longest portion being the main road into the park). You'll pass through two small towns (Ft Garland and Blanca) between the site and the NP, in case you need to pick anything up. Mario's communication was great! We had zero issues and would stay here again :)
If you're unfamiliar with the area be aware that there is NO shade and it is VERY windy. We were familiar with the area so came prepared with a canopy that way we could have shade during the day at our site but we would not have been able to use it without the weights we brought due to high wind.
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Michelle M.
4 years on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
15 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Site 1 The Mesa
We were unlucky with the weather the one night we were here (wind and thunderstorms) but the site was nice and the host even left us some firewood (which we couldn't use due to the aforementioned weather). The highway notwithstanding, the surroundings are absolutely beautiful, but to be honest, the nearest dwelling having a billboard sized Trump sign painted on the side of it kind of soured the mood.
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Ryan C.
6 reviews
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· June 2025
Great Site(s), Stunning Views!
18 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Site 3 Blanca Vista
Beautiful views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains (Mt. Lindsey, Blanca Peak, and Little Bear Peak to the north, especially)! Not much cover with low trees & sage brush, but this site offers stunning views of the San Luis Valley and surrounding area. Just 25 minutes from the Great Sand Dunes and Alamosa, CO. Perfect campsite, perfect stay. Thanks, Mario!
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Paul H.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
16 ft car · With kids ·
Site 2 Arroyo
Mario was very responsive with messaging and his land was great for a group of friends over a long weekend. It was a bit windy during the days but calmed down at night. It was nice and quiet and private.
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Ryan P.
8 years on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Site 3 Blanca Vista
We were with a large group and rented 3 adjacent sites which accommodated us well.
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Thomas R.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
14 ft travel trailer ·
Site 3 Blanca Vista
I didn't end up staying the night here, as my travel plan changed. The sight was clean and easily accessible.
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Kelly F.
6 reviews
Great reviews and lots of space between sites! Good directions to get there - fireplace and bench. Primitive but sounds like the host is adding more features soon! The area can get windy as expected
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Julia M.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
13 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Site 1 The Mesa
Great location! Close enough to gray sand dunes NP and very easy to find. Was mostly alone - could see other campers but not close enough to hear or be bothered by them. Very nice sight with great space - beautiful views and far from other groups - felt very remote, in a good way! But very close to highway
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Casey Y.
3 reviews
This campsite was very clean and had great views. Appreciated the proximity to Great Sand Dunes National Park. Prepare for no shade and sudden gusts of wind.
Sara K.
3 reviews
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· March 2025
19 ft campervan · With kids ·
Site 1 The Mesa
Quiet campsite just a bit off the highway. Perfect for a night of camping while traveling. The directions were easy to follow and the site was clean and flat.
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Rosalind S.
23 reviews
Beautiful spot. Peaceful. Nice stop and go. Would def stop there again. The host report all my questions instantly. I WOULD tell everyone to stay here over the others in the area.
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Stephanie S.
5 reviews
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· March 2025
Tent ·
Site 1 The Mesa
We loved this campsite! It was just what we needed. Not too far from the main road but far away enough to feel out in nature. Amazing views of the sunrise and sunset and even got to see some deer! Highly recommend this site!
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Rebekah R.
2 reviews
Great camping site overall! Was able to see the stars and even got to see a plethora of wildlife. Easy access to the campsite with plenty of room. Would definitely recommend staying here and definitely would stay again.
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Sam C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent ·
Site 3 Blanca Vista
I had a great stay! It was very windy but to be expected for late November. I saw a few deers, and was overall a positive experience. Highly recommended!
Riley W.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
15 ft campervan ·
Site 1 The Mesa
Beautiful views and very private feeling. Would definitely
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Jacob S.
4 reviews
Great little spot off the highway. Good base camp.
We felt safe. An abundance of Cacti so keep kids and pets on road.
Christine N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
14 ft campervan · With pets ·
Site 1 The Mesa
This was my first hip camp experience. We used it as a home base for 2 days to do some hiking at rio grande del Norte. I Thoroughly enjoyed staying here. 360 views are breathtaking. Very peaceful and lots of space between you and other camp sites Definitely hoping to stay here again
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Chris S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Site was as advertised. Easy to find, clean, great views.
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Travis B.
2 years on Hipcamp
This was our 3rd time at Mono Loco Flats + our favorite. In late September, the mountains are dotted with gold + orange and the weather was beautiful. We can’t wait to come back next year!
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Laura D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Site 1 The Mesa
Gorgeous views with mountains all the way around and lovely sunrises and sunsets, just as the description says! You can see the highway and some other houses not too far off in the distance, so during the day it doesn’t feel completely secluded, but it’s private enough and the camp feels very isolated and peaceful at night. There are cacti mixed into the plants surrounding the site, so not ideal for exploration beyond the small clearing, but the site itself is well maintained in a perfect level circle and clear of hazards. It’s the perfect stop for a chill home base and good night’s rest! I enjoyed my time there and the serenity the surrounding land provided.
Jasa F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Really beautiful view and amazing star gazing. Highly recommend!
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Jessica M.
11 months on Hipcamp
My new fiance and I went tent camping here. Mario was very helpful and the directions were super clear, even coming back at night. He gave us good recommendations for fishing and a website to visit for weather updates. We stayed at sight 2, if you're a light sleeper, maybe choose site three, as with ours we were able to hear the highway, but it was far off noise. We are heavy sleepers, so it didn't bother us one bit. We would absolutely recommend staying here if you want amazing views, sunsets, a place to eat at and firewood for you when you arrive. We will definitely be back the next time we are passing through.
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Carlos V.
10 months on Hipcamp
The site was easy to find and beautiful. We were really impressed with the tidy and flat, rock-lined camping area with wood already in the firepit for us. There are only three sites, which are spaced quite far from each other for privacy. The stars were amazing in the clear un-lit sky. We would definitely go back.
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John J.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Site 1 The Mesa
Directions to get to the site was easy to follow. Beautiful view of the mountains and pretty night sky. Perfect location near the Sand Dunes. There was some traffic noise at night, but got less and less as the night went on. I would recommend the stay!
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Michelle K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Stayed at the Mesa site and it was beautiful! The view of the mountains were incredible and the sunset/sunrise was pretty spectacular! Mario was a great host and answered any questions I had about the spot and things to do in the area. This is a great spot if you want to visit the Sand Dunes, but don't want to stay in the crowded campsites in the park that are very close together. The drive is 40 min to the dunes, but it wasn't too bad for having some more quiet at the camp spot! (Just note you can hear the highway a bit from the spot but was able to turn on music and couldn't hear it anymore. Super convenient though to the highway for going to the dunes so that was nice!) One thing I will note that is super important in the summer months, is to bring a canopy! I stayed in August so this spot was very hot and has no shade. I also want to mention the whole surrounding area of the spot is covered in cacti. This was a little challenging with having a dog with me. I originally thought we could walk around in the sage brush a little bit but unfortunately it was impossible due to the cacti everywhere. It was also hard to even get to the trash bin with all the cacti. I would definitely bring closed-toed shoes for camp! Otherwise this spot was great and highly recommend it!
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Jenna H.
1 year on Hipcamp
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Fort Garland, Costilla, Colorado, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Mario G.
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