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Wideawake Ranch and Waterhouse
1. Wideawake Ranch and Waterhouse
91%
(284)
Black Hawk, CO · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Wideawake Ranch & Waterhouse is a true Colorado gem—family-owned and operated, and rooted in a love for the land. Just 50 minutes from Denver, our ranch offers an authentic Colorado experience where nature, relaxation, and adventure come together.
Guests can enjoy our spring-fed pond for swimming and paddleboarding (boards provided!), easy access to nearby National Forest trails, and close driving proximity to additional hiking, biking, and local fishing spots. Whether you’re here to unplug, explore, or soak it all in, Wideawake Ranch is the perfect home base.
We can’t wait to welcome you—along with your family, friends, and furry companions—on your next camping getaway.
📸 Instagram: @WideawakeRanchWaterhouse — We love being tagged in your Wideawake adventures!
🌐 Website: www.wideawakeranch.com — Visit us to learn more about our artesian water and hot soaks.
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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
2. Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
94%
(730)
Clifton, CO · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
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-April.
port-a potty is clean and works great, May- Oct. If you are here in the winter you may use the trees or Mavericks gas station in 1.5 miles away.
The first two pets are included at no additional cost. For any additional pets beyond the first two, there is a fee of $10 per pet, per night. Please make sure to add the Pet fee extra accordingly.
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Arapaho Valley Ranch
3. Arapaho Valley Ranch
94%
(510)
Granby, CO · 62 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Arapaho Valley Ranch is a gorgeous, family-owned guest ranch in Colorado’s beautiful Grand County. Our ranch is surrounded by the Arapaho National Forest and is nestled in one of the most beautiful wilderness areas in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. This area features hiking trails, waterfalls, and historic steam engines from the old town of Monarch. We have a private hiking trail that leads to our “kissing swing” overlooking the headwaters of the Colorado River Valley.
Property Description Disclaimer: The amenities, features, and services displayed in photos on our website or promotional materials are for illustration purposes only. AVR does not guarantee the availability, condition, or quality of these amenities at the time of your visit, and they are subject to change. AVR reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue any feature or service without notice at any time. Guests must be at least 18 years of age or older to book and stay at Arapaho Valley Ranch.
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White River National Forest
4. White River National Forest
93%
(69)
National forest in Colorado · 1193 sites
Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.
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Rio Grande National Forest
5. Rio Grande National Forest
86%
(29)
National forest in Colorado · 691 sites
Explore the many ecosystems of south-central Colorado in this massive national forest.
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Vali Soul Sanctuary
6. Vali Soul Sanctuary
Boulder, CO · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Tucked at the edge of Boulder on 8.5 acres, Valli Soul Sanctuary is the kind of place that feels worlds away from the city, yet sits just minutes from downtown.
Mature trees, green lawns, community fire pits, a little pond, and flat spots perfect for tents, vans, and cars. The land is irrigated and stays lush year-round, with paths wandering through the property that make it genuinely nice to just walk around and be outside.
Mosquitoes are part of the ecosystem here and can be pretty bad in the evenings in some spots, at some times of the year. We're setting up as many bat boxes as we can!
The property has a vibrant community event space that hosts gatherings, music, ceremonies, and celebrations throughout the week, so expect good energy, and sometimes a thumping bass line in the evenings (usually Tuesday nights until 10pm). Though, it's a long property, so most of the camping spots are down and several acres away from the events and can barely hear them. Find more info on events here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ValiSoulSanctuary
Daytime is peaceful and serene, ideal for exploring the grounds, relaxing under the trees, or simply enjoying being close to nature on the edge of Boulder.
*Management of the property is currently in transition, so please bear with us as we are doing clean-up, day projects, and getting a working website/calendar.
If you're looking for a campsite with character, beautiful land, real community energy, and easy access to everything Boulder has to offer, Vali Soul Sanctuary is your spot.
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High Peaks Campground
7. High Peaks Campground
97%
(777)
Moffat, CO · 18 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to the San Luis Valley; the largest Alpine Valley in the world!
San Luis Valley is a region in south-central Colorado with a small portion overlapping into New Mexico. The valley is approximately 122 miles long and 74 miles wide, making it the largest alpine valley in the world. It extends from the Continental Divide on the northwest rim into New Mexico on the south.
This campground sits close to the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. I encourage binoculars or even a telescope to view wildlife and check out the Rockies and then the night sky views!
Looking to submerse yourself in nature? The Sangre de Cristo Range in Colorado contains the following 14ers: Blanca Peak, Challenger Point, Crestone Needle, Crestone Peak, Culebra Peak, Ellingwood Point, Humboldt Peak, Kit Carson Peak, Mount Lindsey, and Little Bear Peak.
Great Sand Dunes are visible from every site. With unlimited mountain views, beautiful starry night skies, come see the Milky Way, Eclipse, even Meteor showers!!!
History: this land was originally part of a large cattle ranch in the 1980s. The main ranch is still up and running but this parcel was used for many purposes over the years.
In 2021, we were featured in USA Todays Ten Best for star gazing!
My property has 360 degree mountains views with the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range as our back yard. Nearby you can find many different trail systems for all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts. From hiking to jeeping, ATV or dirt biking and equestrians - you can find it all!
You will be surrounded by BLM land, BACA land, and Wildlife Refuge just two miles away. Be sure to bring extra bug spray and protection needed against biting insects such as flies, gnats, and mosquitoes.
For those bringing your pets, they MUST be on a leash/lead at all times. While I do not have much cactus on my property, I do have an abundance of greasewood (Chico brush) which is very thorn-like if stepped on.
Accommodations for those with livestock or horses, just make sure you chat in advance your initial message.
Close to BLM, and National Forest as well as 3 hot springs within 20 miles and the Great Sand Dunes.
We are still under construction and making changes often so bear with us while we continue to add and change things for the better!
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Yeti Sanctuary
8. Yeti Sanctuary
94%
(178)
Florissant, CO · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Situated on almost 4.5 acres of partially wooded acres, with a small pond, We have 6 beautiful campsites. Two can be used by an RV, two cabins, and the others for tents. There are great hammocking spots amongst the trees and bolders.. Enjoy the rugged beauty in Florissant, CO, with seasonal Aspen foliage and wildflowers, and a lot of birds, for the avid bird watchers.
Florissant Fossil Beds Natl Monument is 7 miles away, with a Night Sky program, at
every new moon. Plenty of winter activities …
Ice skating on the lake, Snowshoeing and cross country skiing in Pike National Forest only 2 miles away.
Florissant Mercantile is 5 miles away, for your needed supplies.
Come and enjoy the quiet beauty and peaceful atmosphere, of Colorado's beautiful mountains.
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Tater's Black Canyon Campground
9. Tater's Black Canyon Campground
97%
(286)
Crawford, CO · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
North Rim of Black Canyon National Park has re-opened. Hot showers and toilets! Tater's was voted a 2024 top runner up as 'Best Hipcamp in Colorado'. 35 acres of bliss shared with 2 humans, 2 dogs, 2 cats, 3 horses and 4 chickens [Eggs may be available upon request]. Black Canyon National Park is a short drive to the west. Conveniently located to Crawford and the North Fork Valley to wineries, music fests and local eateries.
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. Hunters are welcome as this is a perfect base camp to Unit 63.
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San Isabel National Forest
10. San Isabel National Forest
91%
(78)
National forest in Colorado · 912 sites
Walk along the footsteps of giants in this natural Rocky Mountain playground.
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San Juan National Forest
11. San Juan National Forest
97%
(41)
National forest in Colorado · 696 sites
Hike through the rugged wilderness or take a scenic drive in this expansive national forest.
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Roosevelt National Forest
12. Roosevelt National Forest
83%
(44)
National forest in Colorado · 800 sites
Get out in nature without straying far from the city in this wooded national forest.
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Gunnison National Forest
13. Gunnison National Forest
96%
(37)
National forest in Colorado · 423 sites
Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.
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Neverland Camp Wilder
14. Neverland Camp Wilder
92%
(357)
Nederland, CO · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Camp Wilder! We are an off-the-beaten-path camp offering peace and solitude.
The cabin is very special to my family and me. It was passed down as a mining claim from my grandmother who founded it in the '60s. The vision for the land was simply perfect.
A small 10 x 10 cabin with the whole mountain to explore and whoever they wished to bring with them.
The town of Nederland is 10 minutes down the road where you can fish at Baker Reservoir. Lots of fun little stores in town to keep the family busy.
Wildlife is everywhere up by the cabin/campsite, always remember don't leave food lying around with lots of great things to look for around the magical town of Nederland.
The cabin sleeps up to 8 with the futon downstairs being very comfortable and 3" foam upstairs in the loft for more sleeping area. Bring your sleeping bags to stay cozy at night. There are lanterns inside to light up your night with a wood stove to keep you warm at night. The ground around it is sloped so you may have a hard time setting up any tents around the cabin.
The grocery store is in Nederland where you can buy food, Coleman green propane bottles, gallon jugs of water and wood. There is a 3 burner Coleman, stove to cook on with limited pots & pans as well as silverware.
Road disclaimer, the road to the cabin is one lane dirt road. The drive up to the cabin is pretty good but the turn onto the single dirt road to the cabin has a slight dip, if you have a low-clearance car it may bottom out when you are turning so be careful.
No Trailers. They will not be able to turn around once there.
Recommend vehicles with AWD. Go 3.4 miles up Caribou road. Turn right @ yellow stakes go .4 miles. Park on the left. Hike down to the cabin between yellow stakes.
We are @ 10,000 feet and it is a slight hike to the cabin. Go 3.4 miles up Caribou road. Turn right @ yellow stakes go .4 miles
When leaving please make sure both door locks are locked, put the key in the lock box and mix the code for the next camper.
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Rabbit Hole Ranch
15. Rabbit Hole Ranch
94%
(569)
Mosca, CO · 196 sites · Tents, RVs
The Rabbit Hole Ranch offers beautiful night skies with little to no light pollution and unobstructed views of the majestic Blanca Massif. The Great Sand Dunes and Zapata Falls is just a (gorgeous) 35 minute drive.
Camping here at the Rabbit Hole Ranch is primitive and dispersed (no numbered sites) and there 30 acres available for you to use. Just follow the signs to the designated area and pick out a spot you like.
Some spots have fire rings, some don’t. We are working on getting more, but in the meantime you’re welcome to bring your own. Or feel free to dig out a little hole. It works great and is easy to extinguish when you fill it back in and bury it. Please do not bury any trash.
Typically, you will experience a rare kind of solitude and silence that feels…. other-worldly, with incredible sunrises and sunsets filling the enormous skies.
On holidays, however, expect it to be busy.
Our only dog, Boudicca, is a working dog and she is more than happy to help keep you and your pets safe. Please help make her job easier by not leaving any food or trash in or around tents. Her name is Boudicca (BOO duh kuh) and she lost her two besties last year, so she needs extra love and treats!
Please keep your pets on leash or under control until you’re comfortably certain they get along with our dog. And please report any issues promptly.
Quiet time begins at 10:00 pm.
Note: Holidays still offer the excellent location and spectacular views, but are likely to be less quiet and far more busy. We typically do not strictly enforce quiet time during holidays.
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ALPINE HOLIDAY RANCH Vail Valley!!
16. ALPINE HOLIDAY RANCH Vail Valley!!
91%
(182)
Eagle, CO · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This Gorgeous 6 acre property has DIRECT PRIVATE ACCESS to Hardscrabble Mountain, The Holy Cross Wilderness and The White River National Forest. There are 24,000 acres of BLM public land and also The White River National Forest with over 3,500 square miles, both with thousands of miles of recreation trails for mountain biking, hiking, ATVing, MOTO X Dirtbiking, SidebySide UTVing, backcountry skiing and snowboarding, 4x4 Jeeping/Mudding, Jeep, Bronco, Land Rovers, OffRoad, Bike, Hike and snowmobiling. Walk out of your tent, your RV or my cabin and you are in BLM and The White River National Forest. Plenty of flat, shaded ground with water and electric available. The biggest shade trees in Eagle County, firepits, and a creek with pond and waterfall with sand beach await. Incredible views of Castle Peak, The Flat tops Wilderness, Red Canyon and Hardscrabble Mountain right from the Property.
Vail and Beaver Creek Ski Resorts with the best skiing and powder in the world and Glenwood Springs with the world famous Hot Springs Pool and Glenwood Caverns Amusement Park ( amusement park on top of a mountain) and the Iron Mountain Hot Springs Each 25 minutes away. Aspen is a little over an hour away. Pets are welcome and can be off leash if they can respond to voice controls and owners are responsible for their pets at all times. Dogs love it here! All poop must be picked up, $35 per pet per night. GoPro Mountain Games, Eagle County Rodeo, Birds of Prey Downhill, Vail Farmers Market, Free Showdown Down Thursday Eagle, Gerald R. Ford Ampitheater, Free Hot Summer Nights Music Vail
Eagle is the county seat of Eagle County and is known for the Eagle and Colorado River and the amazing system of biking and hiking trails.
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Open 40 Acres Near The Dream Stream
17. Open 40 Acres Near The Dream Stream
97%
(29)
Lake George, CO · 80 sites · Tents, RVs
40 acre property overlooking 11-mile reservoir. This property currently has a well drilled and a fire pit installed. More being added regularly. Wildlife in the area are Antelope, Cattle, Elk, Deer, and a large herd of Big Horn Sheep live in the hills to the north of the property. Surrounded by Stoll Mountain, Pulver Mountain, and Puma ridge this is a great open location for RV, Bus, Sprinter, Van, or Tent camping.
This area is a 10 minute drive to multiple reservoirs and the Dream Stream which is some of the best fishing in Colorado. Boats, rafts, etc are allowed on different reservoirs. Hiking, ATV trails, fossils, gems, rafting, skiing are all very close to this location. Come enjoy the great outdoors!
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Twin Bridges Campground
18. Twin Bridges Campground
93%
(103)
Coaldale, CO · 5 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) on the Arkansas River with 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.
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Twin Lakes Treasure
19. Twin Lakes Treasure
89%
(9)
Twin Lakes, CO · 1 site
Epic lake and Mountain Views. Flat ground for tent. Walking distance to the lake for paddle boarding or kayaking. No bathroom facilities. Wag bag kits recommended.
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Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road
20. Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road
97%
(157)
Meeker, CO · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The Ute Lodge was homesteaded in the 1930’s by Joe Fox who after leaving the military came west to settle in the White River valley.
Joe was known for his friendliness, hospitality and wild stories.
Today you might find much of the same. From Joe’s day to today it is a place where families come together to get away.
The Ute Lodge is now owned by Karl and Mona Maser who celebrated 20 years of ownership summer of 2019!
All summer our cabins are filled with guests from all over the US as well as international travelers. One of our favorite things about the summer is our weekly potlucks where we all share an outdoor meal. All of our visitors have a standing invitation to join us around the community campfire at night.
From our beautiful private lake (where you can paddle-board, kayak and fish), to immediate access to the Papoose and Crooks Park Trails on National Forest land, as well as the vast variety of wildlife that roams around, you can find what you need here to unplug and get away from it all.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Debbie
1 week ago
Tent
Beautiful campsite right on the lake. We loved the firepit and kayaks and canoes that were available. Very peaceful stay. We were at the furthest end of the tent site and only wished the porta potty was closer but nonetheless had a great stay.
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Luke
1 week ago
17 ft travel trailer
With pets
Beautiful views and very laid back host. We enjoyed our family time out at the lake!
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Charles
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
Great lakeside campsite for the dogs. Definitely worth it.
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Ross
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Great views and close to Denver. Pricey for a tent site and only porta potty for bathroom but pretty clean. I’d definitely come back again
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Seth
1 week ago
Tent
Fun campsite with everything you would need! Amazing access to any mountain you want to go to. Plus Gerry is great!!
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Devlin
1 week ago
12 ft rooftop tent
With kids
It was a very nice and peaceful spot to camp. My daughter loved going out in the canoes provided and the fire pit was huge. Definitely a great place to unwind after a long day of fun!
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Taron
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
This place was great. Mike supplied so many things we hardly had to pack. We will definitely be back!
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Mike
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
When we arrived the site had received a fair amount of snow the previous day, the hosts were quick to greet up on arrival and find a spot that we could setup that was less snowy. Even getting snowed on the whole time, we had a great time! The campsite was quiet, and having some wi-fi available at the center of the grounds made it convenient to be able to check-in on the outside world.
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Yen
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
This is by far one of my favorite camping spots out there. We've done alot of camping and this was by far way to perfect. Mike, the host is very tentative and very friendly to make sure we had everything we needed. The space is amazing for Star gazing, and fishing since it's right on the river!
The site is private and provides super clean bathrooms! If you get a chance
to stay here, definitely don't hesitate to book!
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Scott
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
This was a great spot for a weekend getaway property was nice really close to some reservoirs and also Rifel Falls State Park which was amazing. This was a perfect spot to stay at so we could go explore this surrounding areas.
Brandon was available if we needed him (which we didn’t) but was super helpful and we would definitely come back.
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Matthue
2 weeks ago
10 ft pop-up camper
With kids
Loved how isolated and away from people this place was. Would definitely come back.
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Joan
2 weeks ago
21 ft Class B
The property has beautiful views. It is very quiet. It is not hard to find. My low riding class B did fine on the country road and on the property. Christine is very responsive and very pleasant to communicate with. If you like the open range, open sky with mountain views then you will love this spot.
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T
2 weeks ago
21 ft travel trailer
We had a great stay! It was out first time spending the night in our new trailer and we loved our camp site. The site had a dock with a canoe, a kayak as well as a fire pit and a picnic table. The porta potty was clean.
We hope to return when the water in the pond is warmer so we can paddleboard and swim.
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Brittnie
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
We had a great time! The hosts were very friendly. There were people using the waterslide at our campsite which was totally fine, but a young girl kicked my very sweet dog, which was upsetting. Pretty and private! Driving was slightly confusing lol but other than that everything was great plus the water was so crisp!!
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Mara
2 weeks ago
With pets
We had such a great time staying at this NEVERLAND property! It was the perfect spot for a little off grid trip and had amazing views. It was also nice just being a few minutes down the road from town in case we needed anything. We’ll definitely be back!
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Stephanie
2 weeks ago
18 ft travel trailer
All of the hotels were booked last weekend in Grand Junction so I ended up spending a night in my camper at Mike's property, last minute. It's a little slice of heaven 5 minutes from Palisade and 15 minutes from Grand Junction. The sunset views are amazing and it's like being in a bird sanctuary. He's got all kinds of boats to take out on the little lake and he was so helpful and hospitable. I've stayed there numerous times and look forward to the next time I get to visit.
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DziłTa'ah
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great host and a nice a quiet spot for camping.
Views are also amazing.
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Nicole
2 weeks ago
Tent
This place is such a gem! The host was easy to communicate with. The area was very clean and the lake was amazing for a cool down. Definitely will be back!
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Challey
3 weeks ago
With pets
Beautiful, amazing stay. Host was helpful and communicative. This is our second year here and hope to make it an annual experience. Definitely recommend!
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Bill
3 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
With pets
Tater's is one of best campsites we've stayed at. The bathhouse was great. Fantastic views!
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