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Basalt Mountain Homestead
1. Basalt Mountain Homestead
99%
(82)
11mi from Carbondale · 3 sites
Basalt Mountain Oasis is perched on a south facing mountainside with incredible views of 3 14ers including Capitol Peak. It is a completely private location in the middle of nature yet only two miles from Basalt, and 20 miles from Aspen and Carbondale.
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Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping
2. Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping
94%
(49)
20mi from Carbondale · 1 site
Stoneyard Distillery, producing Beet Sugar Spirits since 2013. Taking its name from the old stoneyard surrounding it. Upstream from the confluence of the Eagle and Colorado Rivers, this site was chosen for it's private water source. Rocky Mountain water pulled directly from the river.
The Distillery sits on a 4000 year old lava flow from the Dotsero Volcano. This lava rock provides the vapor refining distillation packing in the still hand built by the owners. With it's scratch built process, Stoneyard distills the true Spirit of Colorado into every last drop.
Get Hammered... Responsibly!Learn more about this land:With beautiful Rocky Mountain views, the Distillery sits on a 4000 year old lava flow from the Dotsero Volcano. River access just a short walk away! 10 minutes to Hiking, Mountain Biking, and Eagle River Water Park. 25 minutes to Hot Springs, 35 minutes to World-Class Skiing!
40 Flavorful & Smooth Spirits distilled from Colorado beet sugar and rocky mountain water from the pristine Eagle River
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Colorado River Camp Has It All!
3. Colorado River Camp Has It All!
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21mi from Carbondale · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
One of the valleys last original stone homes dating back to 1845. We have been restoring the buildings made from the stone. The main house which is not yet finished has beautiful etched glass windows of the cattle drives.
James Hinds the homesteader and original owner of the ranch created the ware and hinds ditch which supplies our abundant Valley water. He was a prominent attorney and got our water rights given to us forever from President Harrison.
Currently, the ranch is running on an open range policy. Livestock is not fenced in, so please be cautious and understand that you are camping at your own risk. Please do not feed the animals (even though they are friendly they can get rambunctious) and keep all dogs on leash at ALL times.
It includes water that extends to the middle of the Colorado River and the one mile of our shoreline. Everyday that we live here we give thanks for his wisdom and foresight. The once huge ranch that used to extend across I -70 and to the far side of the Colorado River is now reduced to our beautiful 110 acres, but it is the most beautiful and hist
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White River National Forest
4. White River National Forest
93%
(71)
National forest 22mi from Carbondale · 1193 sites
Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.
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Gunnison National Forest
5. Gunnison National Forest
96%
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National forest 43mi from Carbondale · 423 sites
Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.
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ALPINE HOLIDAY RANCH Vail Valley!!
6. ALPINE HOLIDAY RANCH Vail Valley!!
91%
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25mi from Carbondale · 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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Riverside Rest for RVs
7. Riverside Rest for RVs
98%
(150)
30mi from Carbondale · 1 site · Tent, RV
The original homestead cabin from 1903 is still here! This became our home when my husband retired because it is his dream. Our Highland cattle have personality plus!!
The river wrapping around the ranch at the foot of the mountain washes away the stress and leaves a peace here that fills the spirit with calm. We love the land, the bald eagles, the wildlife, our guests and each other!
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Sleep in your RV with the sound of the river lulling you to recharge and just breath in the peace. We have a great boat ramp with a put-in and a place to kayak, tube, raft or fish! Great hiking trails nearby and a quiet country road to bike that the big bike races use. Our Scottish Highland cows give kisses are happy to share your carrots, apples and watermelon! We only rent two spots to keep it peaceful here.
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3 Pond Ranch
8. 3 Pond Ranch
92%
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30mi from Carbondale · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
This property is nestled right between two great Colorado reservoirs, Harvey Gap and Rifle Gap.
The camping area is right beside a beautiful pond with live fish. There is a picnic table and small firepit for activities.
Harvey Gap is about a 1 mile walk from the property and Rifle Gap is a 7 min drive.
This property is situated right beside BLM land with a trail head for 4x4 and hiking just 30 seconds down the road or out the back door.
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Gondola Village at Holy Cross
9. Gondola Village at Holy Cross
94%
(166)
39mi from Carbondale · 2 sites
Welcome to our little slice of mountain heaven! Tucked away between Aspen, Vail, and Leadville, Gondola Village is more than just a cabin—it’s a dream we’ve built at nearly 12,000 feet. We’re pretty sure it’s one of the highest-altitude retreats on the planet, making it a true bucket-list spot for anyone with an adventurous soul. When you stay here, the Holy Cross Wilderness is literally your front porch. You’ll have direct access to pristine trails, hidden alpine lakes, and peaks that feel like they belong only to you, all while being just a few hours from the hustle of Denver. It’s Colorado’s "water wilderness" at its most majestic, and we can’t wait for you to experience the magic of having world-class hiking, fly fishing, and backcountry skiing right outside your door.
We’ve poured our hearts into the design of our two cabins, the Alpine Gondola Lodge and the Lost Gondola Lodge. We wanted to celebrate the rugged history of our local mining towns while bringing in the clean, cozy vibes of Scandinavian mountain design. Every corner is filled with things we love: snuggle up with Rumpl blankets, sip your morning coffee from Miir mugs, and cook up a feast on a classic Coleman stove. We’ve even tucked in a guitar, a library of our favorite books, and a super comfy Metolius couch for those lazy afternoons. Fun fact: because our spot is so secluded that big deliveries have to come in by helicopter, we’ve hand-picked every single item to make sure your off-the-grid stay feels special and incredibly comfortable.
You might have spotted us on Discovery Channel’s Reclaimed or heard about our support from Airbnb’s OMG! Fund. We’ve spent years learning how to blend high-end design with wild beauty, and Gondola Village is the result of that passion. It’s a place we built for people who, like us, are looking for a little peace, a lot of seclusion, and a chance to really plug back into the natural world.
Part of the magic is just getting here—it’s the first chapter of your adventure! Since we’re so far off the beaten path, access is part of the fun. You can hike or bike the scenic 2.5-mile uphill trail or if you’re driving, you’ll need a serious off-road vehicle with a winch and lockers to make the climb. In winter, the approach is 11 miles of over-snow travel.
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Sylvan Lake State Park
10. Sylvan Lake State Park
75%
(4)
State park 26mi from Carbondale · 56 sites
Choose from cabins, yurts, and rustic campsites at this fishing and kayaking hot spot.
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Paonia State Park
11. Paonia State Park
State park 31mi from Carbondale · 13 sites
Paddle or water ski amongst the wildflowers at this low-key state park.
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Grand Mesa National Forest
12. Grand Mesa National Forest
88%
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National forest 39mi from Carbondale · 316 sites
Escape to a high elevation forest brimming with lakes, trails, and scenic views.
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Rifle Falls State Park
13. Rifle Falls State Park
100%
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State park 32mi from Carbondale · 18 sites
Check out the triple waterfalls and limestone caves at this forested state park.
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Sage View Ranch
14. Sage View Ranch
98%
(224)
41mi from Carbondale · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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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Secluded Property with All Hookups,
15. Secluded Property with All Hookups,
98%
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42mi from Carbondale · 1 site · Tent, RV
We have a lovely, shady, and quiet property about a mile outside of Paonia- just a 20 minute walk, or a few minutes bike ride into town. The camping spot is shaded and secluded with hookups on site, as well as a flush toilet and sink in rustic out house and is about 150 feet from the main house. There are a lot of birds, squirrels, chipmunks, and foxes around, and we do our best to respect them!
The Entrance has been widened substantially to improve backing in and a deck,
flushing toilet and sink have been added to the sight
You can relax on the deck of the Dry Gulch Saloon mockup, or soak in one of the cool tubs while enjoying the serenity.
Bathroom on site. Pets are welcome as long as they are well behaved and diligently picked up after :)
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Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river
16. Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river
99%
(399)
43mi from Carbondale · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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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Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
17. Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
97%
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45mi from Carbondale · 5 sites
Formerly known as the North Fork Tipi Haven, this 22 acres is now home to Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven. This property offers spectacular views, a large grass field for activities and games, a short hike up Mandala Mountain (behind the solar panels), and relaxion by Love Gulch in the many hammocks. Two mile drive from Big B's and even closer to the nearest winery (Storm Cellar). Tipi camping offers an authentic camping experience, complete with possible bugs and other critters one would expect to find in nature.
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Zenzen Gardens
18. Zenzen Gardens
95%
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45mi from Carbondale · 4 sites
Zenzen Gardens is now the official tasting room for Alfred Eames Cellars, a local winery located 3 miles south of Paonia. Come enjoy some local wines in the garden with a beautiful mountain view. Our tasting room is open May 1st to November 1st from 12 PM - 6 PM.
We will be hosting several Farm to Table Dinners along with a Summer Concert Series, Water Lantern Festival, Masquerade Ball, and Murder Mystery Night
There is veranda seating to enjoy the beautiful flower gardens and where you can access the internet. Wine tastings are offered daily 12-6:00pm. The veranda is open from 9:00 am till 8:00 pm.
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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Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road
19. Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road
97%
(166)
46mi from Carbondale · 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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Cabin on the river at Welder Ranch
20. Cabin on the river at Welder Ranch
97%
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47mi from Carbondale · 1 site
Our 100 acre ranch property and cabin is nestled along the banks of beautiful White River and is surrounded by the White River National Forest and Flat Tops Wilderness.
The cabin has been in the family for over 35 years. There are 100's of miles of streams and trails for hiking, riding, and OHV's trails.
Private fishing on the river is available
Pets are welcome as long as they stay off the furniture.
Along with ranching, we operate a guide and outfitting service from the ranch and provide horseback rides and back country trips in the Summer and snowmobiling in the Winter.
The cabin has a main bedroom , full bathroom, living area, and kitchen with a loft above. It uses electric heat and has a wood stove.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ned
1 week ago
19 ft travel trailer
Short drive from Jack’s to all that Peonia has to offer.
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leigh
2 weeks ago
26 ft travel trailer
We loved the quiet atmosphere at Stoneyard Distillery! There was plenty of room to park and the location is not far from the highway. We enjoyed the view, kayaking, and the nearby trails. No one was there when we arrived, but Max was quick to return our call, provided parking instructions, and made sure to meet us the next day.
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Tiffany
2 weeks ago
20 ft travel trailer
Frequent flyer at 3 pond ranch. Great location for outdoor activities and the host is awesome!
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Tiffany
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
This is the third time camping here! Its always a great relaxing family vacation for the whole family! Definitely recommend and we will be back!!
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Sara
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
These is our 2nd year enjoying this campsite. This time we went swimming in the river.We had a lot of fun. We did miss the porta potty. Other than that, it was a fantastic time, beautiful night sky. Host is always responsive.Thank you for having us.
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Ali
2 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Gondola Village at Holy Cross
As everyone else said, this was SO worth the hard hike! What an incredible experience, we can’t wait to go back
A few things to know:
DRIVING/PARKING:
as of Aug 2026, the GPS coordinates for the parking lot for Tacomas and 4Runners leads you up the 4x4 HCR on Google Maps, which is NOT doable, so make sure you follow the written directions provided and NOT Google Maps!!!!
HUT LOCATION:
We had a hard time locating the hut from the city - it is up the hill to the LEFT when you are facing the HC city. we could not see the huts at all because of the trees and were very unclear where to go and it took us a little while to find
Other things:
- Highly recommend Cleveland Lake day hike
- Easy access to water source when we went (slow trickle moreso than a stream but easy to get to)
- Don’t recommend relying on the solar generator/panels
- We hiked up the 4x4 road (by accident) and it was ~4.5 miles, ~2400 elevation gain. Constant uphill with tough rocky terrain
Don’t want to give all the fun away, but it was even better than we expected and highly recommend this experience! We can’t wait to go back
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Aoife
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
This land was great for a one night camp! The electrical outlet was helpful to charge my hybrid car. The bathroom did not have toilet paper or soap, something I’m sure could easily be provided for the next guest. Would recommend staying here!
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Chad
3 weeks ago
45 ft fifth wheel
Great experience! Such a beautiful place and Brandon was so nice to deal with. 10/10 We will be back!
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matthew
3 weeks ago
Tent
Joyce was very welcoming and communicative. The campsite was large, had many shade trees, and was just steps from the river. We stayed 2 nights and loved every minute of it. Bring your swimsuits for a cool dip in the river. We can't wait to come back!!!!
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Kasey
3 weeks ago
3 nights at Basalt Mountain Homestead
The tiny house was lovely! Very cute decor and a stunning view! I agree with previous recommendations of bringing fans and eye masks as it gets direct sun light all day. It cools off nicely at night but is quite warm during the day time. The drive up is definitely winding and some dirt road up closer to the homestead so keep this in mind depending on your vehicle and comfort driving in those conditions. It’s totally worth the drive up!
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Patti
August 2026
25 ft campervan
With kids
We have visited this location many times. We love the scenery right on the Colorado River. The host and property is wonderful and we loved Elon and Sage. They played with my grandkids in the river and hung out at our site. Best place ever!
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Paul
August 2026
3 nights at Gondola Village at Holy Cross
A good high-alpine base camp. The construction is tight, the windows and screens are new, we didn’t have a single mosquito or fly during the stay despite keeping the windows open.
The small steel table works well as a camp kitchen, and there’s pots and a frying pan available. There was a tiny rivulet 30 yards from the cabin with just enough flow to refill bottles.
Off-roaders will love the jeep trails. We hiked, and carried water shoes for the crossings on French Creek but didn’t need them (it’s a drought year). There are nicer hiking trails up above the cabin and toward Fancy Lake/Pass. We found Gaia far more useful than Alltrails in this area since most of the old trails are unnamed/unmarked and without pre-recorded routes.
The bed is comfortable. We brought sleeping bags and pillowcases. At 1:00am, the first night, some animal was scratching at the siding and then on the beams underneath. Very loud. I used a long piece of wood (there’s still plenty of construction detritus around, handy for the purpose) to roust it out, then it left us alone for the rest of the trip.
Things to bring: water filtration, maybe sporks, charged headlamps and battery backup since the current solar/battery system in the cabin is not functioning. Ben intends to work on it…but near term I’d bring a backup, so your phones/nav don’t die like ours did before getting out of the wilderness.
All-in-all a great trip. Thanks, Ben, for managing this place and letting us stay. What a cool adventure!
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Sarah
August 2026
20 ft campervan
We loved being right on the river. Having drinks at the lodge was a nice option. It did feel overpriced for a basic site.
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Edward
July 2026
32 ft travel trailer
George and Devin are amazing people and great hosts. As far as the facilities, the electric and water work perfectly. They have a dump station for the sewer. There is a place for grilling, and they have a newly built shower house, which is amazing. It's in a beautiful spot, which is secluded for privacy. It's close to several hiking, rafting, and sight-seeing areas. There are two small cities nearby with grocery stores and restaurants. Overall, this is a great place to camp for RVs, tents, and yurts. You'll love it. Highly recommend.
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Dorothy
July 2026
18 ft campervan
Nancy was an incredible host. Always responsive and welcoming. I will definitely be back to rest by the river!
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Donna
July 2026
26 ft travel trailer
Ute Lodge is a gem! We camped in our 26 ft travel trailer. Full hookups. We felt we were blessed finding such a beautiful place! Thank you to the crew that runs it. We'll definitely be back!
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V
July 2026
20 ft travel trailer
Nancy is amazing host!
Thank you for warm welcome
We will definitely come back
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Amanda
July 2026
Weekend Trip to Colorado River Camp Has It All!
We absolutely would recommend this location especially for anyone with kids! Joyce was very communicative and welcoming during our stay. The 4 camp sites are very well kept and absolutely breathtaking! Plenty of trees, right next to the Colorado River and my kids loved being able to pet the farm animals. We will most definitely be returning and have found our new favorite camp spot :)
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Samantha
July 2026
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful property! Felt very safe. Close to the town of Basalt. Nice tucked-away area with lots of privacy for camping :)
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Kia
July 2026
With pets
Such a great stay! Would definitely recommend. The kitchen area was lovely and the solar showers were awesome!
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