The best waterfall camping near Coaldale

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Chasing waterfalls in Coaldale? You’ve got over 740 campsite options, all within reach of rushing water and rocky cascades. Expect average nightly prices around $109, with spots dipping as low as $40 if you’re watching your budget. Waterfall lovers gravitate to Twin Bridges Campground (57 reviews), Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis (44 reviews), and K-Bar Ranch (23 reviews). You’ll find sites where you can cast a line, hit the trails, or cool off with a swim—all with toilets, pet-friendly policies, and crackling campfires. This stretch of Colorado packs a punch for anyone who wants to wake up to the sound of falling water and spend days exploring creeks, pools, and hidden forest trails.

96% (155) 55 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Coaldale

K-Bar Ranch

1. K-Bar Ranch

97%
(46)
36mi from Coaldale · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
K-Bar Ranch is a small hobby farm situated on over 20 acres of beautiful, rolling grassland sprinkled with pine trees and offering breathtaking views in every direction. Just off of CR102, we are conveniently located to the little town of Guffey and are only 3 miles from the wildly popular Guffey Gorge. Additionally, Eleven Mile Reservoir, The Royal Gorge, gambling at Cripple Creek, the Colorado Wolf Sanctuary, the Florissant Fossil Beds and many more areas of interest and recreation are within an easy drive. You can open camp here and be completely off-grid or you can park near our barn and have access to electricity and wifi. We also offer Glamping Overnights in Gypsy, an adorable tiny camper with a double bed, sofa, 2 burner cooktop and everything you need to have a comfortable stay while still having a camping experience! Glamping stays are still largely off-grid with a "Luggable Loo" and an outdoor Joolca shower (upon request). Our large 5m Bell Tent offers plenty of room whether you just want to stretch out or if you're traveling with family or friends. If you want to upgrade your experience, we offer Romance Packages with charcuterie boards, a bottle of bubbly, chocolate covered strawberries and can create unforgettable special occasions since we are in the wedding/events industry! Wanting to get engaged? Looking to elope? We can do that! Ask us for details! We will be adding more off-grid accommodations in the future so stay tuned for updates! We have Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Mini Donkeys, Chickens and 2 Livestock Guardian Dogs. *Please be aware that the dogs are working dogs and you WILL hear them bark at night as they are doing their job in deterring predators. We are excited to share our beautiful property with Happy Campers from everywhere!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$32
 / night
Twin Bridges Campground

2. Twin Bridges Campground

93%
(99)
3.6mi from Coaldale · 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) 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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$27
 / night
Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis

3. Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis

98%
(64)
20mi from Coaldale · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$109
 / night
San Isabel National Forest

4. San Isabel National Forest

91%
(77)
912 sites · Smeltertown, Colorado
Walk along the footsteps of giants in this natural Rocky Mountain playground.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Rio Grande National Forest

5. Rio Grande National Forest

85%
(27)
691 sites · Alpine, Colorado
Explore the many ecosystems of south-central Colorado in this massive national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Gunnison National Forest

6. Gunnison National Forest

96%
(37)
423 sites · Crested Butte, Colorado
Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Grand Mesa National Forest

7. Grand Mesa National Forest

87%
(23)
316 sites · Cedaredge, Colorado
Escape to a high elevation forest brimming with lakes, trails, and scenic views.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pike National Forest

8. Pike National Forest

84%
(66)
904 sites · Westcreek, Colorado
A surprisingly diverse landscape sprawled throughout a huge national forest.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Great Sand Dunes National Park

9. Great Sand Dunes National Park

99%
(82)
47 sites · Crestone, Colorado
Come play in North America’s tallest sand box.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

Chasing waterfalls in Coaldale? You’ve got over 740 campsite options, all within reach of rushing water and rocky cascades. Expect average nightly prices around $109, with spots dipping as low as $40 if you’re watching your budget. Waterfall lovers gravitate to Twin Bridges Campground (57 reviews), Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis (44 reviews), and K-Bar Ranch (23 reviews). You’ll find sites where you can cast a line, hit the trails, or cool off with a swim—all with toilets, pet-friendly policies, and crackling campfires. This stretch of Colorado packs a punch for anyone who wants to wake up to the sound of falling water and spend days exploring creeks, pools, and hidden forest trails.

96% (155) 55 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Coaldale

K-Bar Ranch

1. K-Bar Ranch

97%
(46)
36mi from Coaldale · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
K-Bar Ranch is a small hobby farm situated on over 20 acres of beautiful, rolling grassland sprinkled with pine trees and offering breathtaking views in every direction. Just off of CR102, we are conveniently located to the little town of Guffey and are only 3 miles from the wildly popular Guffey Gorge. Additionally, Eleven Mile Reservoir, The Royal Gorge, gambling at Cripple Creek, the Colorado Wolf Sanctuary, the Florissant Fossil Beds and many more areas of interest and recreation are within an easy drive. You can open camp here and be completely off-grid or you can park near our barn and have access to electricity and wifi. We also offer Glamping Overnights in Gypsy, an adorable tiny camper with a double bed, sofa, 2 burner cooktop and everything you need to have a comfortable stay while still having a camping experience! Glamping stays are still largely off-grid with a "Luggable Loo" and an outdoor Joolca shower (upon request). Our large 5m Bell Tent offers plenty of room whether you just want to stretch out or if you're traveling with family or friends. If you want to upgrade your experience, we offer Romance Packages with charcuterie boards, a bottle of bubbly, chocolate covered strawberries and can create unforgettable special occasions since we are in the wedding/events industry! Wanting to get engaged? Looking to elope? We can do that! Ask us for details! We will be adding more off-grid accommodations in the future so stay tuned for updates! We have Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Mini Donkeys, Chickens and 2 Livestock Guardian Dogs. *Please be aware that the dogs are working dogs and you WILL hear them bark at night as they are doing their job in deterring predators. We are excited to share our beautiful property with Happy Campers from everywhere!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$32
 / night
Twin Bridges Campground

2. Twin Bridges Campground

93%
(99)
3.6mi from Coaldale · 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) 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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$27
 / night
Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis

3. Mountain Goat Lodge Tipis

98%
(64)
20mi from Coaldale · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$109
 / night
San Isabel National Forest

4. San Isabel National Forest

91%
(77)
912 sites · Smeltertown, Colorado
Walk along the footsteps of giants in this natural Rocky Mountain playground.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Rio Grande National Forest

5. Rio Grande National Forest

85%
(27)
691 sites · Alpine, Colorado
Explore the many ecosystems of south-central Colorado in this massive national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Gunnison National Forest

6. Gunnison National Forest

96%
(37)
423 sites · Crested Butte, Colorado
Venture into the wild mountain wilderness of western Colorado.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Grand Mesa National Forest

7. Grand Mesa National Forest

87%
(23)
316 sites · Cedaredge, Colorado
Escape to a high elevation forest brimming with lakes, trails, and scenic views.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pike National Forest

8. Pike National Forest

84%
(66)
904 sites · Westcreek, Colorado
A surprisingly diverse landscape sprawled throughout a huge national forest.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Great Sand Dunes National Park

9. Great Sand Dunes National Park

99%
(82)
47 sites · Crestone, Colorado
Come play in North America’s tallest sand box.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

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