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Top-rated campgrounds near Dove Creek
Indian Canyon Ranch
1. Indian Canyon Ranch
95%
(113)
26mi from Dove Creek · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Indian Canyon Ranch is a rugged, isolated, off grid property which focuses on enjoying the outdoor beauty of our little corner of the spectacular American Southwest.
Please be advised, that during heavy rain four-wheel drive may be necessary but in all cases low clearance vehicles are not ideal on the last section of road but if you go slow any vehicle can make it. The good news is that we have done a major upgrade on the road and it's much less intimidating now but If you arrive after dark the last bit of road still looks more challenging than it actually is due to shadows on the surface caused by the head lights. Please plan to show up before dark for the best experience and ease of finding the location. Units are not heated, please bring drinking water but water is available in the bathroom and kitchen.
Indian Canyon Ranch is proud to be an independent, off grid property with limited solar power and water available. There are no RV hook ups available but there is limited solar power in the rental units and in the communal area but not in the primitive campsites. Campsites are primitive camping only. Showers in the main communal area are solar powered and only hot with the sun and for an hour or so after sunset. Please conserve water at all times.
Joe purchased this property in 2008. At that time, it was 8 acres, and it is now at 20 acres continuous property. The ranch is situated 2 miles off the highway down a bumpy dirt road on the edge of the national forest, this gives you a feeling of being in the wilderness. The south and east sides are boarded by canyons and ruins. All other private properties in the area are 10 acres or more so are well spread out and sparsely populated.
All the structures on site were brought here piece by piece and were salvaged from construction projects in Yosemite and Grand Canyon national parks. Water is manually hauled in and the power in the kitchen area is solar generated so please be conscious of water and power use.
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Canvas Camp
2. Canvas Camp
91%
(11)
26mi from Dove Creek · 3 sites
An off-grid glamping camp in the mountains with spacious tents, shady porches, flushing toilets, potable water, hot showers, picnic areas, grills and propane fire rings. Close to Moab, Canyonlands, Arches, Butler wash ruins, Bears Ears, natural bridges, Needles, Hovenweep and more. 6 minutes from town.
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Camping in the Mesas
3. Camping in the Mesas
95%
(237)
29mi from Dove Creek · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This land was inhabited by the Ancient Anasazi and Pueblo people. The Anasazi Heritage Museum and archeological ruins are two miles away. There are ruins and sites on this land that have yet to be excavated. Many different ancient people came through this land, left and sites were inhabited by other people. One group of people would come and build upon the sites of another group, and taking part of their culture with them.
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San Juan National Forest
4. San Juan National Forest
97%
(41)
National forest 64mi from Dove Creek · 696 sites
Hike through the rugged wilderness or take a scenic drive in this expansive national forest.
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Manti-La Sal National Forest
5. Manti-La Sal National Forest
100%
(16)
National forest 166mi from Dove Creek · 328 sites
Trivia time! Which part of Utah contains the densest black bear and largest elk population? The Manti-La Sal National Forest, of course! How about this one: where does most of the coal mined in Utah come from? Well, 85% of it is mined right here in the Manti-La Sal. This special forest is full of natural surprises, like lofty mountaintops, lush meadows, cavernous sandstone canyons, plus plenty of water. If it sounds like there’s a ton of diversity here, that’s because there truly is! All of this diversity means that there’s a lot to do out here. Near Moab, the forest is home to the La Sal Mountains with their tall peaks and narrow canyons. To the north, on the Wasatch Plateau, you’ll be yearning for your next road trip along the Huntington and Eccles Canyons National Scenic Byways (also called the Energy Loop). And when it comes time to hit the hay at night? You guessed it—there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
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Canyon Trails Ranch
6. Canyon Trails Ranch
100%
(104)
30mi from Dove Creek · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The homestead was built in 1911 and was one of the original postal pickups in the area. The ranch is located between Mesa Verde National Park, Hovenweep National Monument and backs up to Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. Our family has lived in McElmo Canyon for over 40 years and the campground has hosted camping and outdoor educational groups since 1965. We are a family run ranch with an operating hay farm, horseback riding business, and carriage shop.
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7. RV sites
99%
(108)
32mi from Dove Creek · 3 sites
Learn more about this land:
View of mts off of paved highway access. Within minutes to national forest, lakes and rivers. Enjoy fishing, biking, hunting, ohv riding also hiking and climbing within minutes of sites.
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Glamping Canyonlands
8. Glamping Canyonlands
100%
(180)
33mi from Dove Creek · 9 sites
We are a husband-and-wife team that purchased raw land in 2020 and have been building Glamping Canyonlands ever since. We privately own and operate a sustainable off grid property. We proudly run our business off solar power. We have a recycling and compost program along with happy pasture raised chickens and free range kittens. We work to reduce waste by supporting businesses that focus on the environment, health and using non-plastic products where we can. We use simple, clean, natural cleaning products. We do not use single use plastic and provide washable cotton paper towels and hand towels. We work with locals to bring you tours, pastries, breads and hand crafted souvenirs for you to remember your trip.
We have a mix of different unique units so there is something for everyone. 3 bell tents, 1 stargazing lotus tent, 1 safari tent, cedar pod, moon stargazing barrel, solar powered casita and an unfurnished high rise tent. We have 22 acres and we are currently using around 5 acres. We like to space out our units so there is privacy at every units.
We have a communal kitchen that is equipped to make some gourmet meals. Flat top grill, BBQ Box, pizza oven and a stove.
Communal modern bathrooms with hand towels and bath supplies are available.
Sauna is available to our guests along with coffee and breakfast delivery.
Late check-ins are available.
Located on private and rural land 40 mins South of Moab and 40 mins from the entrance of The Needles District of Canyonlands National Park (the hikers paradise park!)
Our land borders Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands and State Trust Lands which means you have a panoramic view of the desert landscape and dark skies.
We are surrounded by Dark Sky National Parks, State Park, Monuments and communities. Because of this, light population is almost non-existent.
We built this place to be an escape or a place to unwind from our busy and loud daily lives. Embrace the break from the daily grind and find space here on the open desert.
We opened to our first guests in October 2020 with only 3 bell tents, 1 bathroom and a kitchen inside a tent. Even though we have grown and improved the facilities, we are still a small husband and wife owned and run business. You will see us working and cleaning.
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Zuma Bike Ranch & Camping in Cortez
9. Zuma Bike Ranch & Camping in Cortez
98%
(83)
33mi from Dove Creek · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Zuma Bike Ranch invites you to ride.relax.repeat in the high desert of Dolores and Cortez Colorado. Surround yourself with views of Mesa Verde National Park, Sleeping Ute and the San Juan mountains straight from your tent or camper van. The ranch offers camping, and borders Phil's World mountain bike trail network. Our goal is to encourage community among campers and bikers and connection with the land and its rich history. Zuma Bike Ranch resides on native lands of Puebloan and Ute peoples.
At Zuma Bike Ranch we provide professional mountain bike instruction and guided rides for individuals and groups. You have immediate access to over 60 miles of world class singletrack at Phil’s World trail network. More mountain bike trails can be found nearby at the Aquaduct trail system in Mancos, Boggy Draw in Dolores and Sand Canyon at Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. In less than an hour you can be riding high alpine terrain with access to the Colorado Trail. We’re 45 minutes from Durango and 120 minutes from Moab, UT.
We keep things simple at Zuma Bike Ranch. This is to minimize impact on the land and our environment. Each camp site can accommodate one vehicle or van/truck bed camper. Camp sites fit two tents. We have a nice rinse station, potable water source, and porta potty on site. There are no lights but there are plenty of stars! Please pack out what you pack in.
Visit our website for questions or to book a group or private lesson.
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Hovenweep National Monument
10. Hovenweep National Monument
100%
(2)
National park 17mi from Dove Creek · 31 sites
This national monument was once a haven for more than 2,500 people.
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Moab Field Office
11. Moab Field Office
93%
(168)
Park 65mi from Dove Creek · 572 sites
There’s a pretty solid chance that you’ve heard about Moab, one of Utah’s most happening recreation spots. This gorgeous place gets packed, so do your homework beforehand so you know where to go! The Moab Field Office, administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), takes up 1.8 million acres of gorgeous canyon-riddled lands. Spend your days hunting for natural arches and bridges, exploring mesas, and contemplating how the heck rocks can look so crazy. BLM lands are also fantastic base camps for forays into nearby Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park. There are 26 campgrounds, and you can usually find something even on the busiest of weekends (but, if you can swing it, it’s always best to arrive early). River recreation on the Colorado and Green Rivers is another major draw. However you spend your time in Moab, you’ll fall in love with the impressive red rock formations, the deep canyons, and surprising amount of plant life.
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Uncompahgre National Forest
12. Uncompahgre National Forest
85%
(23)
National forest 56mi from Dove Creek · 228 sites
Head to wild western Colorado to truly get away from it all.
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Mancos State Park
13. Mancos State Park
100%
(1)
State park 42mi from Dove Creek · 33 sites
From summer kayaking to winter ice fishing, this lakeside getaway has activities for all seasons.
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Sunset Campground on Ruin Road
14. Sunset Campground on Ruin Road
96%
(642)
34mi from Dove Creek · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Watch the sun come up over the Sleeping Ute Mountain in Colorado and enjoy a gorgeous sunset as the sun sets over the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. We are off the grid and have no electricity or water. Our graveled camping sites are easy to access. We are located next to a paved road. You do not need high clearance vehicles or 4-wheel drive.
Camp in a natural high desert environment consisting of cedar and pinion trees, Brigham tea, sagebrush, etc. Great views of the night sky. An ancient Indian mound is on site. The Five Kiva Ruin and Nations Natural Bridge are within hiking distance. Minutes away is the town of Blanding with restaurants, hospital, gas stations and a dump station.
Its only a short drive to five different National Monuments: Bears Ears, Natural Bridges, Rainbow Bridge, Hovenweep, and Canyon of The Ancients. Take a scenic drive over the Blue Mountain and Elk Ridge.
Southeastern Utah is full of archeology history to hike and explore.
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Ramble at Mesa Verde National Park
15. Ramble at Mesa Verde National Park
100%
(11)
34mi from Dove Creek · 15 sites · Tents, RVs
Basecamp your Mesa Verde adventure at Ramble Mesa Verde—48 acres of juniper dotted red rock campsites just 15 minutes from Mesa Verde National Park and neighbors to Phil’s World mountain bike park. Choose from Adventure, Signature, Signature Plus, or Group sites, all set up with a smokeless fire pit, stove + grill (propane included), picnic setup, and easy access to hot showers + flush toilets. Wind down with wide-open mesa views, starry skies, and Friday movie nights in our amphitheater. Book your spot and camp comfortably—no RVs or trailers.
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Dark Sky Paradise
16. Dark Sky Paradise
95%
(21)
35mi from Dove Creek · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Did you know the Milky Way has color? Come experience night skies like you have never seen them before! Look up when the next meteor shower is and reserve your spot. Most visitors love the serene atmosphere and want to get away from it all. You can explore 45 of our acres and access 45 acres of land locked BLM lands. A quick 5 min drive away is endless BLM and public lands.
The land is around 10 miles from the town of Naturita which has a restaurant, atv rentals, a bar, a grocery store, thrift store, library, consignment store, dispensaries and gas stations.
Naturita is an amazing place for Dark Sky viewing, hiking, camping, biking, and scenic drives. The outdoor recreation opportunities are endless. It is very close (driving) to the Dolores River. The land is surrounded by BLM and near the Uncompahge National Forest. The Dark Sky campsite is also close to the Unaweep/Tabegauche Scenic and Historic Byway. We are about 2 hours from Moab, UT! We go to Moab to get sushi. Come here to get away from it all!
The land itself offers incredible mountain views. You park at the tree line with desert Sage brush views to the East, Pinion and Juniper trees with a private canyon and beautiful rock formations to the West. Just North is 45 acres of landlocked BLM public land walking distance from the campsite. Unit 70 for the hunters who know how legendary this area is. Our land has an obstacle course, private paintball/gel blaster/nerf field, seasonal lake, trails, canyon, elevation gains and drops. Pets are encouraged to join you.
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Lavender Farm Bed and Breakfast
17. Lavender Farm Bed and Breakfast
100%
(53)
36mi from Dove Creek · 1 site
Welcome to Mesa Verde Lavender! We are a working lavender farm with 2500+ lavender plants, a flower garden, calendula, yarrow, and a small orchard. Hike in the canyon that runs through the property, roam with the birds in our pastures, pick some fruit if in-season, or sit and enjoy wildlife, sounds of the creek, and views of the La Plata Mountains, Sleeping Ute Mountain, and Mesa Verde. Our 50 acres is situated in Southwest Colorado between Cortez, Mancos, and Dolores. 5 minutes to Phil’s World for mountain biking, 1 hour to Durango, and 2 hours to Telluride.
Pay for the experience - farm tour and all the fixings. The breakfast, stay and hospitality is included with the farm tour! Note: this is NOT a commercial campground; rather an agricultural business with a focus on all things lavender.
Come adventure, smell the flowers (literally!), and enjoy feeling of these ancient healing lands!
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CampV Colorado
18. CampV Colorado
97%
(45)
36mi from Dove Creek · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Inspired Shelter for the Spirited Wanderer
CampV was established in 1942 by the Vanadium Corporation to house the engineers who worked in the uranium mines outside of Naturita, Colorado. In 2020, this historic gem was restored by StudioVille Crew to welcome wanderers to a remote and scenic corner of SW Colorado. Discover your Wild without the crowds.
Beautiful with a tiny bit of dirt under the fingernails and 120 acres to explore, travelers can sleep well in one of the newly reimagined historic cabins, glamping tents, Jupes, airstreams or river front camping.
Through our arts non-profit WEarts, explorers can experience our curated art and support art and creative programming in a rural community. When you’re ready for a mission, check out Planet V, our annual arts and music gathering over Memorial Day and prepare to lift off.
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7450' Summit Fullhookup Camping!
19. 7450' Summit Fullhookup Camping!
97%
(16)
37mi from Dove Creek · 1 site · Tent, RV
Hi! What makes us special?
Welcome to the forest!
Our property is on 3 wooded acres of tall Ponderosa Pines, we offer a full hookup fenced camp site, with private driveway off the main road.
We are a small homestead and raise free range chickens and have a large garden and greenhouse.
You will enjoy your own fire pit, and private fenced acre or so of space.
PLEASE NOTE: Some reviews reflect a time when we rented our personal RV out in this space-It is now just an RV space.
We are a short drive into the San Juan Mountains, 20 mins from Mesa Verde bring your JEEP or ATV and explore the many historical mines. If you would like a guided tour, just ask us! We are almost always up for a ride! (Added bonus, Doug is geologist and can give you the ROCK history.)
Mountain bikers, this is your dream! We are a short drive to Phil's world and Boggy draw riding areas. Your bikes will be safe locked or unlocked to the RV.
We have excellent Verizon phone service and do provide onsite Starlink WIFI.
Summit lake is 1/4 mile away, a short and easy walk. Great fishing and a nice beach.
We have many surrounding trails for some great hikes!
Ideal home base for visits to Mesa Verde National Park, Phil's World and Boggy Draw (mountain biking), Hovenweep National Monument, Canyon of the Ancients and so much more!
We are 40 mins to Durango, 90 mins to Telluride (take the FREE gondola for a super fun beautiful ride), 20 mins to Cortez. Delicious food can be found in our local restaurants in Mancos and Dolores.
In the winter Purgatory Ski Resort is just over an hour. Come play in the Rocky Mountains!
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Bright Star Campground
20. Bright Star Campground
98%
(779)
38mi from Dove Creek · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We have complimentary WiFi, drinking water, ice, hot showers, bathrooms, communal kitchen, and a shaded pavilion with picnic tables, art nook, ping pong, and more. We are open from April - October. All of our sites and amenities can be booked for retreats or events. There are two large covered pavilions. We customize reservations for small and large groups or longer stays. There are furnished tipis, camping cabins, tent/RV/van sites, and a Navajo Hogan (wooden yurt).
Bright Star Campground: Originally established in 2012 as a church camp, it is now a place to connect, create, and rejuvenate in this spectacular high desert landscape.
Bright Star Campground is located in the Great Sage Plain in the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park with panoramic views of the Four Corners region, and only 5 miles southeast of Cortez.
We are a cannabis-friendly destination but ask that cannabis use stay at your campsite, cabin or tipi.
There are many attractions nearby, such as Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, Hovenweep National Monument and Phil's World Mountain Biking. Raft down the Dolores river, maybe rent a SUP or kayak and chill on a quiet reservoir.
We are located 45 minutes from Durango, 1.5 hours from Telluride, and about 2 hours from Moab (Arches and Canyonlands National Parks).
The nearest airport is in Durango. The nearest large international airports are in Salt Lake City or Albuquerque.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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J
3 days ago
Tent
Finally a spot at Phil's World to camp! This makes exploring all the zones way easier. Jake has thought of everything the biking community could want fresh water, trail access, numerous features to practice skills, and a hot shower!
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Stephen
4 days ago
30 ft travel trailer
Great RV park. Small, quiet, peaceful, roomy, free WiFi, clean, great water and a really terrific and helpful host. Convenient to Arches, Moab and Canyonlands. You don’t have to fight the crowds in Moab to be close to everything.
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Kiersten Leah
5 days ago
33 ft fifth wheel
Very nice hosts. Good directions and good communication. The environment was different than I expected but the view was nice, the hosts were nice, and the hookups were good. Good price too. Thank you guys!
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Sarah
6 days ago
17 ft campervan
Clean port a potty. Great view of Bears Ears. Quiet.
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Tom
1 week ago
30 ft travel trailer
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The site was level, it was very peaceful and quiet and the porta-potty was very clean and well stocked. That was a pleasant surprise!
Thanks again for the wonderful stay😊
This was our first Hipcamp stay and we hope to continue visiting more Hipcamps!
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Carolee
1 week ago
15 ft pop-up camper
Our Zuma Bike Ranch stay was fabulous. Beautiful sites and beautiful views. The quiet echoed off the canyon walls. Great biking right out of camp. And the outdoor shower was icing on the whole experience. Thank you for a wonderful get away!
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Donna
1 week ago
17 ft Class B
There were only 4 spots occupied when we were there, so it was very quiet. We never met Cassie and Evan, but you can see their efforts as it is well maintained and organized. It’s on a dead end road so no noise from that, just a little cattle and horse chatting. Nice hike to a natural bridge and further down is a Five Kiva built into the canyon. Walk (or drive) down the road, turning right as you exit the campground. They are both marked with signs, but if you choose to hike to the natural bridge, go to the left at the trailhead, following along the gorge.
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Deanna
1 week ago
Tent
Great! I love camping here when I travel to Cortez to ride my bike at Phil's World!
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Cea
1 week ago
Tent
Beautiful property with fun trails to walk or bike and Phil’s World trails access from camp. Jake was a great host and we look forward to going back some day soon
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Noah
2 weeks ago
16 ft car
Views were great and toilet was clean. Good neighbors too.
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Jeff
2 weeks ago
20 ft rooftop tent
With kids
This was a great stop. Make sure to visit the ruins just down the road!
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Paulina
2 weeks ago
18 ft campervan
This campground was wonderful! Close enough to town but far enough to be very peaceful. Camp sites are well laid out, well equipped and clean. Stephen’s directions are perfect and access was easy! Views are beautiful! If you are reading this while considering booking do yourself a favour and do it! Would recommend to anyone! Place is amazing and you are supporting a great person! Thanks a lot Stephen!
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Hannah
2 weeks ago
21 ft Class B
Great experience! The campsite was exactly as described! Very well maintained with all the electrical / water in great working order. Toilets were very well kept and accessible. Easy to find with directions provided and wifi was amazing given there wasn’t very good cell service in the area. We saw the most beautiful sunset over the mountains.
Most importantly - Stephen was an amazing host. He was extremely responsive and available and even helped us find something very important to us that we left behind at the site. Cannot recommend Stephen and this site enough! Great for anyone travelling through Moab.
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Patricia
2 weeks ago
2 nights at Lavender Farm Bed and Breakfast
AMAZING!!! The wagon was incredibly cute, cozy and comfortable - the craftsmanship and details are extraordinary. Having access to walk the property was a real treat. And it was so nice to have the outdoor private shower, which was also an amazing construction. Best of all were the hosts who all went out of their way to make me feel welcomed and comfortable and provided extraordinary breakfasts both mornings I was there. I can’t recommend this place highly enough.
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Justin
3 weeks ago
32 ft travel trailer
With pets
No thrills, simple full hook up, quiet and spacious.
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Cameron
3 weeks ago
22 ft Class B
My mom and I loved camping on Steven's land! It was very quiet and easy to get to. You also have a great view of Looking Glass Rock! We stayed for two nights, visiting the Needles District of Canyonlands NP after the first night and Arches NP after the second. This stay is almost exactly in the middle of the two parks, which was a major plus. Steven is very nice and we would love to stay again!
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Kathryn
3 weeks ago
20 ft Class B
Had a great stay at Sunset Campground. Place was immaculate. You can tell it is well taken care of. Site was perfectly level. Port-a-potty was very clean. We definitely recommend this place!
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Derek
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Very welcoming experience! Had a great time at Danny’s place. Great Mountain Views from the campsite. My 13 and 7 year old boys had a great time feeding the animals every morning, including the new baby goats! Danny helped us out with the unexpected colder weather. He is very knowledgeable about the area and life in general. We even enjoyed an incredible elk chili prepared by Danny. We appreciated his hospitality and will plan to stop again on our future travels.
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Tara
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful views, good amenities! There weren't any other tent campers while we were there, but site 5 felt pretty private. There's no table/seating, so be sure to bring that along. We appreciated the clubhouse for cooking on one particularly windy night! The tent sites are far enough away from the RV sites that we sometimes forgot they were there - that's a good thing! :)
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Leigh
3 weeks ago
24 ft Class C
With kids
Great spot. Feels like you’re in the middle of no where. Stephen has great communication. E’s general store in La Sal had a great selection of items we needed to continue our trip.
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