96% (2K) • 376 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Alamosa
Starry Dunes Ranch Camp
1. Starry Dunes Ranch Camp
70%
(5)
21mi from Alamosa · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our rustic retreat at Starry Dunes Ranch, nestled right near Great Sand Dunes National Park!
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with breathtaking views of Blanca Peak, the 4th highest summit of the Rocky Mountains, and Colorado itself.
Our campsite offers an unparalleled stargazing experience in a Dark Sky Association certified area, making it one of the best spots in the world to gaze at the night sky. Set on 5 private acres, our off-grid oasis provides a true escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
At Starry Dunes Ranch, you'll have the opportunity to explore the otherworldly landscape of giant sand dunes, reminiscent of the Sahara desert right here in Colorado. Try your hand at sand-boarding, hike to the famous Zapata Falls, or unwind at the nearby hot springs. There is lots to do in the area, for water enthusiasts, the reservoir offers boating, fishing, and paddle boarding opportunities. For off-roaders try the famous Lake Como, or Blanca peak trail.
Our primitive campground ensures a true wilderness experience, so be sure to bring all the supplies you'll need for camping. Please remember to take your trash with you when you leave and leave no trace behind.
Depending on your service provider, cell service should be available, allowing you to stay connected if needed.
This listing is only a campground, there are no utilities, no bathroom, no water, no pre setup tent. There are fire pits and a picnic table at each site.
This listing is for 1 site. You can fit as many people as you can on a site, it can fit a few amount of tents, but depending on how many cars you are bringing. if you’d like to fit more people usually some of the others are available nearby and you can inquire!
A high clearance vehicle is recommended (but has been done in many sedans), roads are dirt/sand.
Come join us at Starry Dunes Ranch for an unforgettable outdoor adventure under the starlit sky!
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$16
/ night
NO FENCE CAMP
2. NO FENCE CAMP
79%
(7)
26mi from Alamosa · 1 site · Tent, RV
There is magic and more than that in the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Surrounded by ancient and contemporary human history along with lots of room left for modern exploration ! The hard part is choosing what to do in the day before enjoying the night sky after.Learn more about this land:Secluded camping spot back up against a small mountain and a canal outside Ft.Garland, CO . Very private w/few to no cars passing by ever. Very few neighbors in site at all. The site is close to the canal with room for two tents and a vehicle down by the site and one at top . Pack in pack out human waste as we are close to a water source . Follow the wash located next to the heart with an arrow up to the second pinion tree and you will see the secret camp toilet . Open both lids to secure bag when using the restroom and seal the bag closed when done each time and take sealed bags home please as critters will find there way in ! Please clean toilet seat after use . Feel free to explore the property and check out the many critters and wildlife running around and an unbelievable night sky on a clear night. We are very close to a reservoir with great beaches , the Sand dunes and the town is only 8 mins drive for supplies ! It’s magical out here . We are still actively making the road and clearing out unwanted vegetation so just watch out for cacti . Welcome to King Jackelope No Fence Camp !
Toilets
Campfires
from
$24
/ night
Viridian Valley
3. Viridian Valley
28mi from Alamosa · 1 site
Learn more about this land:This is a lovely piece of undeveloped land sitting in the beautiful Costilla County valley. The entire valley is ringed in mountains. There are plenty of local hiking/biking trails. Close to Mountain Home Reservoir for fishing and water activities.Just south of Fort Garland.
from
$20
/ night
Casa de Santa Maria
4. Casa de Santa Maria
88%
(4)
28mi from Alamosa · 1 site · Tent, RV
Casa de Santa Maria, home of Mother Mary's Garden, is a sacred site located 5 miles South of San Luis, Colorado. This is a rustic site for tent camping or boon docking without any electric or water hookup. Restrooms with showers are provided 1/2 mile walking/driving distance. Drinking water is available for transport.
The site is situated in the Mystical San Luis Valley and has a majestic view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range to the East, Blanca Peak to the North and Ute Mountain to the South. You will camp under the dark night skies and view the Milky Way depending on the moon phases. The surrounding prairie land is filled with the aroma of prairie sage.
If you are looking for a place to contemplate, renew your spirit, worship under the beautiful blue sky, or just unwind from the stresses of life with nothing between you and a Higher Power, you will want to visit Mother Mary's Garden on the Casa de Santa Maria property. The redwood cedar totem statue of Mother Mary is incredible, as is the garden landscaping—and more than anything, this beautiful garden is out in the open for everyone to enjoy. Surrounded by the mesa to the east and the wide expanse of chamiso covered prairie to the north, south and west, this beautiful spot on the planet is definitely a labor of love.
The Great Sand Dune National Park is less than an hour drive to North. Taos, New Mexico is 60 miles to the south.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$25
/ night
Bestview
5. Bestview
30mi from Alamosa · 1 site
Learn more about this land:If you’re looking for your own beautifully scenic Colorado camping spot near a variety of wildlife, you have found it here. South Central Colorado’s sweeping landscapes are home to exceptional wildlife areas such as Sanchez Reservoir, Mountain Home Reservoir and Smith Reservoir. Prime for the camping life, this .24-acre property is nestled in the tranquil Sangre de Cristo Estates of Costilla County where various wildlife such as deer, elk and antelope are often seen in herds grazing in the fields. Along with stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and nearby rivers, you’ll quickly immerse yourself in nature and forget all about the hustle and bustle of the city.
from
$18
/ night
96% (2K) • 376 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Alamosa
Starry Dunes Ranch Camp
1. Starry Dunes Ranch Camp
70%
(5)
21mi from Alamosa · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to our rustic retreat at Starry Dunes Ranch, nestled right near Great Sand Dunes National Park!
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with breathtaking views of Blanca Peak, the 4th highest summit of the Rocky Mountains, and Colorado itself.
Our campsite offers an unparalleled stargazing experience in a Dark Sky Association certified area, making it one of the best spots in the world to gaze at the night sky. Set on 5 private acres, our off-grid oasis provides a true escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
At Starry Dunes Ranch, you'll have the opportunity to explore the otherworldly landscape of giant sand dunes, reminiscent of the Sahara desert right here in Colorado. Try your hand at sand-boarding, hike to the famous Zapata Falls, or unwind at the nearby hot springs. There is lots to do in the area, for water enthusiasts, the reservoir offers boating, fishing, and paddle boarding opportunities. For off-roaders try the famous Lake Como, or Blanca peak trail.
Our primitive campground ensures a true wilderness experience, so be sure to bring all the supplies you'll need for camping. Please remember to take your trash with you when you leave and leave no trace behind.
Depending on your service provider, cell service should be available, allowing you to stay connected if needed.
This listing is only a campground, there are no utilities, no bathroom, no water, no pre setup tent. There are fire pits and a picnic table at each site.
This listing is for 1 site. You can fit as many people as you can on a site, it can fit a few amount of tents, but depending on how many cars you are bringing. if you’d like to fit more people usually some of the others are available nearby and you can inquire!
A high clearance vehicle is recommended (but has been done in many sedans), roads are dirt/sand.
Come join us at Starry Dunes Ranch for an unforgettable outdoor adventure under the starlit sky!
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$16
/ night
NO FENCE CAMP
2. NO FENCE CAMP
79%
(7)
26mi from Alamosa · 1 site · Tent, RV
There is magic and more than that in the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Surrounded by ancient and contemporary human history along with lots of room left for modern exploration ! The hard part is choosing what to do in the day before enjoying the night sky after.Learn more about this land:Secluded camping spot back up against a small mountain and a canal outside Ft.Garland, CO . Very private w/few to no cars passing by ever. Very few neighbors in site at all. The site is close to the canal with room for two tents and a vehicle down by the site and one at top . Pack in pack out human waste as we are close to a water source . Follow the wash located next to the heart with an arrow up to the second pinion tree and you will see the secret camp toilet . Open both lids to secure bag when using the restroom and seal the bag closed when done each time and take sealed bags home please as critters will find there way in ! Please clean toilet seat after use . Feel free to explore the property and check out the many critters and wildlife running around and an unbelievable night sky on a clear night. We are very close to a reservoir with great beaches , the Sand dunes and the town is only 8 mins drive for supplies ! It’s magical out here . We are still actively making the road and clearing out unwanted vegetation so just watch out for cacti . Welcome to King Jackelope No Fence Camp !
Toilets
Campfires
from
$24
/ night
Viridian Valley
3. Viridian Valley
28mi from Alamosa · 1 site
Learn more about this land:This is a lovely piece of undeveloped land sitting in the beautiful Costilla County valley. The entire valley is ringed in mountains. There are plenty of local hiking/biking trails. Close to Mountain Home Reservoir for fishing and water activities.Just south of Fort Garland.
from
$20
/ night
Casa de Santa Maria
4. Casa de Santa Maria
88%
(4)
28mi from Alamosa · 1 site · Tent, RV
Casa de Santa Maria, home of Mother Mary's Garden, is a sacred site located 5 miles South of San Luis, Colorado. This is a rustic site for tent camping or boon docking without any electric or water hookup. Restrooms with showers are provided 1/2 mile walking/driving distance. Drinking water is available for transport.
The site is situated in the Mystical San Luis Valley and has a majestic view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range to the East, Blanca Peak to the North and Ute Mountain to the South. You will camp under the dark night skies and view the Milky Way depending on the moon phases. The surrounding prairie land is filled with the aroma of prairie sage.
If you are looking for a place to contemplate, renew your spirit, worship under the beautiful blue sky, or just unwind from the stresses of life with nothing between you and a Higher Power, you will want to visit Mother Mary's Garden on the Casa de Santa Maria property. The redwood cedar totem statue of Mother Mary is incredible, as is the garden landscaping—and more than anything, this beautiful garden is out in the open for everyone to enjoy. Surrounded by the mesa to the east and the wide expanse of chamiso covered prairie to the north, south and west, this beautiful spot on the planet is definitely a labor of love.
The Great Sand Dune National Park is less than an hour drive to North. Taos, New Mexico is 60 miles to the south.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$25
/ night
Bestview
5. Bestview
30mi from Alamosa · 1 site
Learn more about this land:If you’re looking for your own beautifully scenic Colorado camping spot near a variety of wildlife, you have found it here. South Central Colorado’s sweeping landscapes are home to exceptional wildlife areas such as Sanchez Reservoir, Mountain Home Reservoir and Smith Reservoir. Prime for the camping life, this .24-acre property is nestled in the tranquil Sangre de Cristo Estates of Costilla County where various wildlife such as deer, elk and antelope are often seen in herds grazing in the fields. Along with stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and nearby rivers, you’ll quickly immerse yourself in nature and forget all about the hustle and bustle of the city.
from
$18
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Hamish
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
The owner gave great directions to help find the location and the view was amazing.
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R
Randall
July 2025
Tent
Casa de Santa Maria is a beautiful and unique campsite. With outstanding views of Blanca Peak, Ute Mountain, and Culebra Peak you can stay in camp and be rewarded with eyefuls of beauty. As a base camp it is easy to get away to Great Sand Dunes National Park, or the hot springs in Hooper (Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool). There’s great fishing and hiking opportunities along the way to Chama, New Mexico, and just 65 miles away in Taos you can enjoy history, art, and great food. Susan is a fantastic host! You won’t find a better place for a spiritual reset than Casa de Santa Maria!
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Daneka
July 2025
Tent
This place was absolutely amazing. We had it completely to ourselves and never once felt unsafe. It was close enough to town to get a bite to eat but far enough away to have the amazing dark sky. The site has a picnic table and fire pit and the most amazing view of Blanca Peak. Definitely already planning my trip back.
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Brenna
June 2025
Tent
Beautiful 360’views, currently under some construction but beautiful and rustic set up. Very friendly host.
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Alyssa
April 2025
Tent
With pets
This cozy spot is owned by two AMAZING people that make you feel like real VIPs! Susan's knowledge about the area and recommendations for places to explore as well as the friendly check-ins made our stay such a fantastic adventure. Steve is super friendly and helpful and his dog Luna makes you feel like you are the most special person in the world every time you see her!
My boyfriend and I had the pleasure of being their first ever campers on their land and they already seemed like pro hosts! The bathrooms are so clean and luxurious for a camp spot and our camp site had a great tent bed and fire ring that made set up super easy. Our pups loved having space to run around and all of the plants to sniff and of course enjoyed playing in the snow during our stay.
We recommend trying the amazing places to eat in town, definitely Sonja's for breakfast burritos! But if you bring your own food, there is plenty of space to feast with an amazing view all around you! There is a great short and beginner friendly hike to a nearby lake and we definitely recommend taking the walk up to the garden on the land, I'm sure it's even more beautiful once all of the flowers are in bloom! There are also plenty of birds to see, many different types and the wild horses are gorgeous if you're lucky to see them while you drive by.
We can't wait to come back to stay again!! Highly recommend!!
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