Pets

Potable water

Toilets

Campfires

Showers

Trash

Cooking equipment

Settle in for the night and experience the wonder of the stars in what is soon to become the world's largest International Dark Sky Reserve. 

Dunes Desert Camp

Enjoy your own private desert playground, 320 Acres of pristine wilderness in the shadow of Blanca Peak and in sight of the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Whether you want to explore the valley on a hike, bike, or All Terrain Vehicle, fly over it in a private light aircraft, or plan an expedition to the mountains, Dunes Desert Camp is your staging ground for exploring the breathtaking natural wonders of the San Luis Valley. Located just twenty miles from downtown Alamosa, Dunes Desert Camp offers remoteness and privacy coupled with the convenience of being near a vibrant metropolitan center. Get away from it all, and get back to finding yourself in the desert.

We have one large Safari tent with a double bed and 5 two person dome tents fitted with camp cots

Sleeping bags, inflatable mattresses and camping equipment is available to rent on site.

Kick back in the "chill zone" when it gets hot, or watch the sunset light up the evening sky.

Shower and washing facilities are located a short walk from your accommodations.

Spacious rooms with open views of the desert allow you to enjoy the wild beauty of Colorado in comfort and luxury.

Enjoy a luxurious evening taking the sounds of the surrounding desert and the the extraordinary sights of the sky above.

Located within eyesight of the sprawling Great Sand Dunes National Park, Dunes Desert Camp is your ideal base camp for an unforgettable adventure.

Wash away the sand and the dust before settling in for an evening of stargazing and campfire songs.

The Chill Zone is ideal for a sunrise meditation session with no distractions but the distant sounds of the open desert.

You need to be well rested to enjoy all that the Great Sand Dunes and the San Luis Valley have to offer. 

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Let's camp!Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent, bring your horses, stay 14 days. Next year (2018) will provide additional amenities. Contact me for details.

This drive in camp site is perfect for the self sufficient camper!

Sand Dunes Base Camp

The San Luis Valley has a storied history in Colorado. Come experience this slice of virtually untouched 10,000-acre plot of land nestled against the legendary Fourteener Mt. Blanca! Taos, Alamosa, Hiking, Skiing and the Sand Dunes close by! Learn more about this land:Your own camping plot minutes from the Sand Dunes National Park Gates, at the base of Mt. Blanca (a 14’er)! Wake up to unobstructed million dollar views.  Lovely area with lots of wildlife. Pulls campers from all walks of life and everyone seems to have a huge smile on their face. A little town with sundries is close enough for goods but far enough to forget you’re near civilization. The nights sky has an unobstructed view of the sky (no light pollution). Easy to get to and close to the sand dunes. If you have a large group we recommend booking both sites. 

The property is just minutes away from Great Sand Dunes National Park

The property is nestled beneath Mt Blanca and the national forest border is just steps away.

Host is flexible and lets you up your tent wherever you'd like!

Super peaceful and quiet place for reading.

Plenty of space for vehicles, tents and a firepit!

Beautiful view. Campers took this in later winter. By April it all turns green and it’s breath taking.

Rabbit Hole Ranch

The Rabbit Hole Ranch offers beautiful unobstructed views of the majestic Blanca Massif and the Great Sand Dunes and is just a (gorgeous) 35 minute drive from both to include Zapata Falls. The Great Sand Dunes National Park is a must-see, and I am grateful for the opportunity to offer you a place nearby to set up camp and go exploring. 

Alamosa, the largest town in the SLV, is just 20 minutes away. With a population of around 9,800 Alamosa has that small town feel and has the goods and services you will need. 

Camping here at the Rabbit Hole Ranch is primitive and dispersed (no numbered sites) and there 30 acres available for you to use. 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 two Great Pyrenees are here to help keep you and your pets (and our chickens)  safe. Please help make their jobs easier  by not leaving any food or trash in or around tents. 

Please keep your pets on leash or under control until you’re comfortably certain they get along with all four of our dogs. This year we have a new Great Pyrenees to greet you, his name is TheoVon and he is huge! Returning this season is KayLee also a GP and and Finn, who is a little Benji lookin rescue from Alaska who just LOVES everybody. And then we have our latest addition, Kya, Shes a rescue as well and spent way too much time in an apartment before coming to stay with us,  This will be her first season with us and she is 1 1/2 years old. A more energetic dog than what were used to around here but so far so good! Hopefully you happy campers can help us socialize the new dogs!

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 do not strictly enforce quiet time during holidays.

Looking east from our campsite. View of California, Twin, Blanca, and Little Bear Peaks.

Freedom on Acoma

This piece of property is our 4th of July weekend retreat spot. Learn more about this land:Perfectly located in the middle of nowhere set up a dry camp with your RV or camper van and enjoy the view. Rio Grande river at hiking distance, 30 minutes away from San Luis or Antonito.Plenty of activities in the area.

A perfect spot to explore near the site  

The bridge you cross on the way to the sight. 

Nature is FREE

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Learn more about this land:

We have scraped areas , sites 3 & 4. 
Sites 1 and 2 are raked not scraped. 
We are offering free Duck and chicken eggs for breakfast or dinner. As well as a free bundle of wood for a fire. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AND WEATHER ALLOWS. 

***Now a bathroom is available***

Want to ride atvs or park and stretch or do some yoga in front of the mountain ? Do it here cheaper than the rest !

I do offer firewood and other extras. Ducks and Chickens onsite for kiddos, also have kiddos. Live the offgrid life for short time.  Safe travels !

All areas are MANY yards from each other.  Terrain is scrapped for tents but be aware cactus is everywhere. Please check weather for area because the wind can get fierce. 

Great night views of the stars and 360 view of mountains as well as being at the base of one. Sand dunes and waterfall just 15 minutes away .

Please respect the wildlife and property. 
Pet/420 Friendly. 
We do NOT charge to camp, charges are for a GATE FEE. You are paying the gate fee THRU HIPCAMP NOW... NO PAYMENT on arrival. Best if GPS is used, but address given after booking.

IF AT NIGHT,  STAY TO YOUR LEFT ON DRIVEWAY, CONTINUE LEFT TILL YOU SEE NUMBERED SPOTS. 
FOR DAYTIME, LOOK FOR 3 LARGE WIND TURBINES INFRONT OF A BLUE AND WHITE HOUSE.


3/4 more secluded in the back of property. 

4/4 big 600sq ft area in the back of property. Driveway in picture leads to here.

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