The best campgrounds near Buena Vista, Colorado with horseback riding

Set along the Arkansas River, the town of Buena Vista is built around community, mountains, and outdoor adventure, including camping. Head west to Gunnison National Forest and hike over 3,000 miles of trails winding through mountains, plateaus, and woodlands. Then, head to a nearby RV park with showers, full hookups, and picnic tables, or stay in a cabin rental with electricity, heating, and cleaning supplies. Travel south to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve to explore the tallest dunes in the country. Great Sand Dunes RV and tent camping provides access to flush toilets, dishwashing sinks, and potable water. Winter campers may want to reserve a cabin rental with furnished living areas and free wifi. More hiking awaits in PIke-San Isabel National Forest, where campers can trek the highest mountain peaks along the Continental Divide. Camp at a tent or RV site in the forest offering firepits, picnic tables, and barbecue grills, or rent a cabin with indoor plumbing, laundry facilities, and kitchen equipment instead.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Buena Vista

Set along the Arkansas River, the town of Buena Vista is built around community, mountains, and outdoor adventure, including camping. Head west to Gunnison National Forest and hike over 3,000 miles of trails winding through mountains, plateaus, and woodlands. Then, head to a nearby RV park with showers, full hookups, and picnic tables, or stay in a cabin rental with electricity, heating, and cleaning supplies. Travel south to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve to explore the tallest dunes in the country. Great Sand Dunes RV and tent camping provides access to flush toilets, dishwashing sinks, and potable water. Winter campers may want to reserve a cabin rental with furnished living areas and free wifi. More hiking awaits in PIke-San Isabel National Forest, where campers can trek the highest mountain peaks along the Continental Divide. Camp at a tent or RV site in the forest offering firepits, picnic tables, and barbecue grills, or rent a cabin with indoor plumbing, laundry facilities, and kitchen equipment instead.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Buena Vista

1. Riverfront Mountain Ranch

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2.4mi from Buena Vista · 10 sites · Lodging

Welcome to our geographic phenomenon! Here at the continental divide; we are lucky to have it all for the Outdoor Enthusiast. Our 5 acre Campground sits right along the Arkansas River. There are (2) 1 Min trails that lead you straight to River Access. Not wanting to get that close? No worries; watch the paddlers and rafters float by all summer long. If the Arkansas River is not enough of a playground for you, you will be happy to know that you have an uninterrupted view of Mount Princeton and the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Peaks. We are also located 1/2 mile from some of the most famous mountain biking trails the USA offers. Mount Princeton Hot Springs are a beautiful 10.5 mile (15 min) drive away. Our campground offers a dreamy Bathhouse with 5 glamoured showers and 5 bathrooms. We have (14) Yurt glamping sites and (2) Riverfront studio cabins. All sites have electricity (heaters included), parking, fire pits (unless we are facing a fire ban), and picnic table. In addition, we have a large community bonfire location and there is access to outdoor grilling. We are excited to have you!

2. DeD Tick Ranch

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17mi from Buena Vista · 6 sites · RVs

Unbelievable mountain views in an area of open range. This property is in open range, but far from the traffic or other disturbances, it is within a short distance from Antero, Spinney and 11 Mile reservoirs, as well as National Forests. This is the actual area of Colorado that the "South Park" animated series is based off of...

3. Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis

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19mi from Buena Vista · 7 sites · Lodging

The Mountain Goat Lodge is set within 20 acres of rolling pastures at the foot of the famous Sawatch Mountain Range. Our resident goats roam the meadows, providing us with the milk, cheese, and yogurt for our tasty homecooked breakfasts and our cheese-making classes. We are located in central Colorado in pristine wilderness, yet just 6 miles from the historic town of Salida. In addition to the tipis, we are a full service Bed and Breakfast lodge. We have campers and a vintage trailer available to rent. The tipis have a full-sized bathhouse for use by our tipi guests. Guests need to provide their own toiletries and towels. New in 2022: We have added a queen sized bed and mattress to each of the tipis.. Campers still should bring their own bedding (sleeping bags, pillows) or if need be, can rent bedding from us.

4. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

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94 sites · Salida, Colorado

Camping comes with a dose of adrenaline and a side of adventure along the Arkansas River.

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5. San Isabel National Forest

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912 sites · Smeltertown, Colorado

Walk along the footsteps of giants in this natural Rocky Mountain playground.

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6. Creekside Chalets

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20mi from Buena Vista · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Welcome to Creekside Chalets Escape from the stresses of everyday life with a rejuvenating mountain vacation. Here you can revel in the beauty of the mountains, relax to the sounds of the river, and experience an unforgettable trip. Our cozy and charming cabins & campsites offer stunning views, wonderful amenities, and an unbeatable location. Nestled among picturesque peaks, there is no shortage of lovely sights when you stay in our campsites & cabins. Every season is equally lovely. From snow-capped peaks in the winter to bright gold aspen leaves in the fall, you’ll never be left wanting when it comes to picture-perfect surroundings. We are just minutes from Monarch Mountain, which boasts 800 ski-able acres and an annual average snowfall of over 350 inches. Just a short drive east of our cabins is Salida, Colorado known as the ‘Gem of the Rockies’. This small but vibrant town offers a number of restaurants and shops as well as festivals and events throughout the year. New for 2023 Creekside Chalets has added 3 Creekside Camping spots all with access to the North Fork of the South Arkansas creek that flows through the property. The sites are located in an aspen grove along the creek with a picnic table provided and room to park one vehicle up to 20 feet long and space for a tent. 30 amp power is provided to each site, a porta-potty within 250 feet and water from a camp spigot. The campsites are pet friendly, $30 per pet per stay, max 2 pets.

7. A Special Place in South Park

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20mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · RV

Your base camp for Gold Medal fishing at Spinney Mountain Reservoir, or just some relaxation and stargazing! Once a gargantuan ranch, this section of South Park has been subdivided into residential and recreational lots so more of us can enjoy the local beauty, and remains sparsely populated. Learn more about this land Enjoy exclusive use of this six-acre spread which features trees, rock outcroppings, and absurd mountain views. Remote yet accessible by county road, the property is a few miles from Hartsel, where you'll find a general store and saloon, and the other historic railroad settlements of Park County. (Learn about the South Park National Heritage Area at southparkheritage.org.) The property has flat (but not *quite* level) areas for tent setup and also gently sloping and wooded areas for exploring. All supplies (including water) must be packed in, and all waste packed out. I stashed a collapsible picnic table behind the big rock and you're welcome to use that, please just fold it and stash it again. There are no structures at all on the property. Per Hipcamp and local zoning, you may not relieve yourself outdoors; you must be in a vehicle or privacy tent. There is a fire ring. If you intend to make a camp fire, YOU MUST LET ME KNOW so I can call the Hartsel Fire Department. They will then tell me if there's a burn ban in place and I will relay that info to you. This must be done no later than 24 hours before you plan to burn. Hipcamp will sometimes turn on my fire ban based on data from the National Weather Service. The only way to know the full situation is for me to call. If you see some expensively outfitted motorcyclists cruise by, they're from the Rawhyde Training Camp up the road so give them a wave!

8. Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

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20mi from Buena Vista · 52 sites · Tents, RVs

Nestled in a small valley in the San Isabel National Forest along the south fork of the Arkansas River, Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground is at 8,620 feet above sea level – literally in the Heart of the Rockies. We offer free Wi-Fi access, clean laundry and shower facilities, and a camp store with last-minute supplies and snacks. Our RV guests can enjoy 60-foot+, pull-thru sites with full hook-ups, including 20, 30 and 50 amps of power. We also have tent campsites with the south fork of the Arkansas river close by.

9. Cumberland High Alpine Campsites!

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21mi from Buena Vista · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land: Flat rocky, high alpine grass tundra very exposed with some trees for cover! Incredible view! Top of the "top of the Rockies"! Most incredible view in Colorado! Hike, bike, 4 wheel, pictures, explore old mine workings! High clearance vehicles recommended!

10. Pike National Forest

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904 sites · Westcreek, Colorado

A surprisingly diverse landscape sprawled throughout a huge national forest.

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11. Gunnison National Forest

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423 sites · Crested Butte, Colorado

Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.

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12. Grand Mesa National Forest

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316 sites · Cedaredge, Colorado

Escape to a high elevation forest brimming with lakes, trails, and scenic views.

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13. White River National Forest

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1193 sites · Fulford, Colorado

Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.

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14. Little Buffalo Cabin

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23mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Lodging

Experience the charm of our historic 1800s cabin, the Little Buffalo Cabin, in Hartsel, Colorado. Explore Colorado's attractions from this central location, including fishing in nearby Gold Medal waters. The property boasts endless mountain views and the site of the town’s original post office. Nearby local amenities include a quick mart, cafe, saloon, and pizza place. Enjoy the spacious living areas, a cozy queen bedroom, and the versatile office/bedroom space with a futon and desk. The perfect home base for exploring the central Colorado mountains! We're Super Hosts, excited to be able to offer this unique experience to the HipCamp community!

15. Mountain Views

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25mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

This cozy campsite sits just off Highway 24 and only a few minutes from the charming town of Hartsel. You will enjoy wide open mountain views and sunsets that will stay with you long after your visit. Whether you love fishing, hiking, or gravel biking, this spot is a perfect base for your adventure. Fairplay is only twenty minutes away and Colorado Springs is just over an hour, making this a convenient and peaceful escape. Before your trip, be sure to check the fire ban status in Park County since the winds can pick up at times. The property is open meadowland with no trees for shade during the day, so plan accordingly. The driveway is dirt but easy to access, and even small cars make it in just fine. Review the property layout image before you arrive so you know exactly where to go and what to look out for. If you are car or tent camping, bring warm clothes for the cool evenings, a comfortable spot to sleep, and of course some bug spray. Most importantly, relax and enjoy the quiet beauty of the land and the night sky. While the guideline mentions one car per site, you are welcome to bring friends. With a small additional fee, you can have up to two cars and four people per site so you can share the experience together. Take a moment to look over the access and campsite image before your arrival, and keep in mind that GPS will drop a pin in the middle of the property. We look forward to hosting you and hope your time here is filled with peace, adventure, and unforgettable memories.

16. Wonderlust Off-Grid Camper

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27mi from Buena Vista · 3 sites · Lodging

This fun and romantic place to stay offers a history all its own. Located in the heart of Colorado, WonderLust is a perfect getaway, fun family weekend stay, group camping trip on property camp site, photo shoot location and more. Enjoy the surrounding areas hiking, fishing, local restaurants, shops and more. This location is off grid. Solar power is available, outdoor fire pit, small kitchenette inside with a composting toilet. Up to 3 Pets are welcomed.

17. Lodge pole forest

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29mi from Buena Vista · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

This property was once a Gold mining encampment in the turn of the last century, just out of view nestled in a pine forest, Learn more about this land: It’s like a national park setting in the trees, you should be very aware that wildlife wanders through here 24/7, near several national forests and gold medal fishing as well as beautiful hot springs within 40-45 minutes

18. Riverside Vintage Campers

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31mi from Buena Vista · 5 sites · Lodging

Just 20min from Gunnison, sit two Vintage 16ft Shasta Campers that have recently been renovated and updated. Inside the campers there are full size beds that convert into couches as well as a seating areas in the front for eating or reading. The campers have amenities like running water for hand washing, heat, and small fridges. Ohio City is a mecca for hiking, biking, ORV riding, and fishing making this the perfect jumping off point for all the recreation activities in the area.

19. Meadow Hot Springs Glamping Cabin

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32mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Lodging

The Zella Hut is a cabin built in the late 1800's. It was redone in the 70's and recently updated with mid century modern interiors. Now it serves as a backcountry hut in the winter and glamping cabin in the summer. During the winter it can be accessed by skinning, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. During the summer it can be accessed by car. Its a small cabin, but it can sleep 4 in comfort. No Rv campers, van and sprinter rvs ok.

20. Bristlecone Camp Breckenridge

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34mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Tent, RV

Camper favorites near Buena Vista

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Meadow Hot Springs Glamping Cabin

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32mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Lodging

The Zella Hut is a cabin built in the late 1800's. It was redone in the 70's and recently updated with mid century modern interiors. Now it serves as a backcountry hut in the winter and glamping cabin in the summer. During the winter it can be accessed by skinning, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. During the summer it can be accessed by car. Its a small cabin, but it can sleep 4 in comfort. No Rv campers, van and sprinter rvs ok.

Bristlecone Camp Breckenridge

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34mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Tent, RV

Twin Bridges Campground

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38mi from Buena Vista · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Overnight, Seasonal, and Extended Stay Camping, we are open year-round. We have 30/50amp sites (shade and partial shade) around our lake, 20 amp in the "upper campground," and dry camping (full facilities) along the Arkansas River (Gold Medal fishing) with access for all campers for fishing and floating. Many of our sites are great for star-gazing, watching meteors, looking for fireflies, and seeing the birds zip on by. We are conveniently located on Hwy 50, in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, and have all sorts of rental options for your outdoor adventure needs. Whether you want to pitch a tent, try out the glamping experience, enjoy the convenience of an RV, or rent one of our fully equipped RVs, we have the perfect spot for you. We have four entrances marked by sail flags into the campground, two by the lake, one near the bathhouse, and one by the post office (on our property). The map of the Arkansas River has our campground listed! Adventure awaits with home to the highest mountain peaks in Colorado and the river and 102 miles of Trout Gold Medal Water. There is access to white water rafting, guided fishing, and fishing lessons. There are at least 5 hot springs within 60 miles of Twin Bridges Campground. Salida is considered the white-water rafting capitol of the US by some and has a whitewater park and surfing wave. Salida area is also home to a ton of hiking (14'ers anyone?) and mountain biking trails. The Royal Gorge is a quick 30 minute drive with restaurants and other fun near Canon City. The Sand Dunes are 90 minutes and Monarch Ski Area is 45, we have some of the best bird watching! Warbling Vireo, Western Wood-peewee, Cassin's Kingbird to name a few.

Blue Mountain Ranch

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44mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · RV

Learn more about this land: Blue Mountain Ranch is a summer camp for kids and is a Park County Land-marked Historic District. We are in a little valley at the base of Blue Mountain. We are currently offering one dry camping location next to our lake.  You are asked to stay away from our buildings, equipment and other camp facilities. No tent campers. There is no fire pit as well we ask that if you do not have your own portable fire pit please do not build one.

Gondola Village at Holy Cross

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44mi from Buena Vista · 4 sites · Lodging

Gondola Village at Holy Cross is a little sanctuary in the mountains between Vail, Leadville, and Aspen. There is little nearby except for the next door Holy Cross Wilderness, with a lifetime worth of trails, lakes, and peaks to explore -- all only two hours from Denver. Gondola Village at Holy Cross has direct access that many dream of to Colorado's water wilderness, and some of the best backcountry skiing, hiking, scrambling, backpacking, and fly fishing in the Summit Vail Eagle Aspen area. Our modern alpine cabins are some of the cutest cabins you'll step foot in, complete with a mix of amenities to make your wilderness stay a bit more comfortable. Gondola Village at Holy Cross is at 11.5k feet above sea level (believed to be the highest altitude Hipcamp in the world). Gondola Village at Holy Cross has been featured on Discovery Channel’s Reclaimed, Airbnb's OMG! Fund, Arch Digest, and the site of many product shoots. The managers of this property have worked in yurt, ADU, and cabin construction and hospitality for many years and have brought together some of the best Scandinavian and modern design with a mining town aesthetic. The trip up can be challenging (only off-road, winch / locker equipped vehicles dare try the 759 Holy Cross City jeep road, others will need to hike in at least 2.5 miles), but the views and cabins are well worth the trek. Snow free season tends to be June 15 an October 30 annually, and outside of this guests should be prepared for up to 11 miles of over-snow travel with no cars allowed (a bit less depending on snow coverage in the shoulder seasons from May 21 - early June and late October - November 21)

Asha's Retreat

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46mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Lodging

Time to enjoy the beauty of the mountains! The cottage is located on 4 acres, with orange flags marking the property lines. Our cabin is built near the camp site. The tiny cabin has a propane heater to make this a beautiful and cozy experience. It is a quiet and peaceful place located 25 minutes from Cripple Creek (if you like gambling) , and 45 minutes from Woodland Park where you can find restaurants, supermarkets, rock and gem shops and more attractions typical to a tourist town. A place to find peace, and nature with lots of wildlife, you may get a glimpse of a bear, mountain lion, fox, wild turkeys, deer, cayote. Enjoy the outdoor fireplace (weather permitting), watching a beautiful night sky, in a clear sky you can spot the Milky way and some star constellations. The place is surrounded by many tourist attractions. Gambling, hiking, biking, fishing, Florissant fossil bed with giant tree stumps, horseback riding, waterfalls, wolf and wildlife sanctuary, balloon rides, mining museums, our majestic Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge bridge, Rio Grande train rides and more! If you like to shoot arrows bring your bow! The terrain is rocky so, we highly recommend to keep your eyes on your small kids as well as when they are on the lofts, for security reasons. Reiki healing sessions are available upon request as well as Reiki training by a Certified Reiki Master. Smoking is permitted outside when not under a fire ban. Hipcamper under 21 years old are welcome only under adult supervision. We recommend to bring your own towels and a flashlight since our lodging has an out side toilet. Please don't expect a flash toilet, we want to emphasize that we offer a porta potty. We are charging a very small cleaning fee, expecting our guests to leave the place as they found it. Feel free to reach out for any questions and more detailed information about Asha's retreat!

Green Acres Herbal Retreat

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46mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Lodging

Learn more about this land: Private room fully furnished, kitchen & bath, attached to large greenhouse with organic vegetables (seasonal), with access to herb shop, enclosed communal courtyard sitting area with fire pit, water features and mountainous views. Close to tourist attractions and outdoor activities. Guided hikes and herbal workshop available upon request as time allows. We jokingly named our place Green Acres after the 1960's sitcom. As through blood sweat and tears and a little humor on the side we have transformed it from a junkyard to a small paradise. We do not mean to indicate several acres of green, although there is plenty of room to stretch out, relax and catch an awesome sunset on our 2 acres of land. This listing is not suitable for children under 10 years of age.

Panoramic Colorado Mountain Views

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22mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · Tent, RV

Get away from it all with almost 6 acres of quiet secluded land with panoramic mountain views. This space is good for camping, hiking, nature views, and stargazing. Good location for small or large tents, cars, and RVs. It says '1 RV/Tent' but you may bring up to 2 RVs and as many tents as you need to accommodate 15 individuals. Can accommodate up to 15 people - Please note there is no toilet or facilities on site. You must bring your own camping toilet. ~3 hours away from Denver airport ~2.5 hours away from Colorado Springs airport ~1 hour away from Eleven Mile State Park ~1 hour away from Spinney Mountain Park ~30 minutes to downtown Hartsel You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of your dependents at the campsite.

Public campgrounds near Buena Vista

Ruby Mountain & the Brown Canyon National Monument

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Ruby Mountain

6.5mi from Buena Vista · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

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Railroad Bridge

6.7mi from Buena Vista · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

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Bootleg Campground

8.4mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · in San Isabel National Forest

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Cottonwood Lake Campground

8.7mi from Buena Vista · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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Mount Princeton Campground

9.2mi from Buena Vista · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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Chalk Lake Campground

9.5mi from Buena Vista · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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Collegiate Peaks Campground

9.6mi from Buena Vista · 56 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Cascade Campground

9.9mi from Buena Vista · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Bassam Guard Station

12mi from Buena Vista · 1 site · in San Isabel National Forest

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Hecla Junction

13mi from Buena Vista · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Iron City Campground

14mi from Buena Vista · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Buffalo Springs Campground

16mi from Buena Vista · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pike National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Stella

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Meadow Hot Springs Glamping Cabin

This is a thoughtfully designed and beautiful but very simple little cabin in a gorgeous spot. William was very communicative and helpful by phone and text.

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Anne

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Little Buffalo Cabin

What a wonderful visit to the sweetest Cabin imaginable. Hartsell is a darling little town with lots to do within a short drive… Hot Springs, a drive-in, movie theater, great restaurants and outdoor activities. The house was exactly as pictured with wood for the fireplace, a well stocked kitchen, a cozy bed, plenty of extra blankets and pillows, and absolutely stunning views. We had an incredible time and would go back in a heartbeat!

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Anna

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Gondola Village at Holy Cross

We had a lovely (but challenging, carrying a toddler) hike up and stay at Cabin #2. The cabin was quaint, clean and more well-appointed than expected (I guess we didn't need to pack a hatchet?). It was hovering around freezing when we arrived, but we got the stove lit and got the space up into the 50s for a comfortable night. Sunrise was lovely from bed and we finished our trip with a hike up to the lake in the morning before descending to the car.

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Evelyn

October 2025

19 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to A Special Place in South Park

Lovely stay on Eric’s property. He was quick to respond and we enjoyed some beautiful stars!

Kimberly

October 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blue Mountain Ranch

This is one of the most beautiful camp sites we have been to this year. Tim is great to work with and we appreciate him for sharing this property with us. If you get a chance to book, I would highly suggest you do. Spending time fishing with my young grandaughter was the best part of our trip. and the fishing was excellent. I also loved being able to take my dogs without any worries. Just a beautiful property.

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Garrett

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Bristlecone Camp Breckenridge

Great spot very high up on the mtn so you get really good views from the campsite. Very secluded from other campsites. Very rocky though so be sure to bring sleeping pads if you decide to tent camp. We had a great time up there.

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Alexis

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

Had the BEST time tent camping here over the weekend! The staff onsite was friendly and helpful. The sites and bathrooms were clean and well managed. I was shocked to see there was laundry on site as well which was so nice to have after coming back from the hot springs. Definitely recommend 10/10 will stay again.

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Roman

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

Magnificent place with incredible views, privacy and a lot of tranquility, the boys enjoyed all the outdoor activities offered and fishing in the lake was the icing on the cake

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Chris

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lodge pole forest

Don was super responsive and helpful! Nice spot that has a beautiful mountain view when you wake up!

Whitney

October 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Creekside Chalets

Absolutely loved this spot! Peaceful and beautiful. We could hear the creek all night which was so peaceful! Host was very kind and courteous.

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Frasier

October 2025

2 nights at Gondola Village at Holy Cross

Relaxing cabin in the mountains! Make sure not to over pack so you can actually enjoy the hike up to the cabin!

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Daniel

September 2025

10 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bristlecone Camp Breckenridge

This was amazing. The location felt remote but was easy to access and had so many amenities. It was easy to walk up the road and be right in national forest. The hiking maps in the bear box were just one of many little inclusions that will bring us back!

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Amy

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

We had a beautiful secluded camp spot right on the river. It’s next to the road but the river is so loud you don’t hear it. Great accommodations, lovely staff and great location!

Jason

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Meadow Hot Springs Glamping Cabin

I had a nice stay with my dog at the end of September. The view is as nice as everyone says. The site is big with an outdoor fire pit, but i didn't use. You are at 11k feet and will feel it hiking and chopping wood for kindling. That was fun with a heavy axe. The portable toilet is interesting. still not sure how I feel about it. Temps were down to 35 night but was fine inside with the wood stove. The road up is pretty rough, but I made it fine in a Tesla 3. Just go slow.

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Ian

September 2025

17 ft campervan

Group trip

1 night at DeD Tick Ranch

Cool spot, there was no moon light so I probably saw more stars than I have ever seen before. Spot was easy to find with the directions given, don’t let maps route it for you.

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GARIEN

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

Very clean and everyone was friendly. Plenty of fun stuff for the kids! Communication was great.

Crisp morning air after an overnight dusting with a moose sighting

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Tim

September 2025

3 nights at Meadow Hot Springs Glamping Cabin

Loved the set up of this well built cabin. Wood stove was a nice feature and kept it nice and toasty inside even with freezing temps. Seclusive and convenient to hiking Mount Bross and even Mounts Lincoln, Cameron and Democrat. Saw a moose and several deer in the open area in front of the cabin which was a highlight.

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Jordan

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

Amazing experience every time , great spot near Salida

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Marti

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

Great site right on the creek! Fall colors were popping too.

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Sydnee

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground

This was our second time camping at tent site 5, and it was amazing both times! Right on the river so we could hear the water running all night, which helped drown out the noise of the road. The only downside was they removed the Porta potty, but otherwise we will be back for sure!