The best waterside campgrounds near La Veta, Colorado

Looking for a camping getaway near La Veta, Colorado? Hipcamp has over 2,600 options to choose from, ensuring you'll find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. With prices as low as $10 per night and an average price of $37 per night, you can experience the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Check out top-rated campsites like Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), Rabbit Hole Ranch (259 reviews), and The High Desert Ranch Colorado (205 reviews). Popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and pet-friendly locations are available, and you can enjoy activities such as biking, visiting historic sites, and fishing. Start planning your camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Campe Diem!

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(296)

22mi from La Veta · 49 sites · Tents, RVs · CO

Do you want a large, private, uniquely situated, pet friendly CampSpot™ to yourselves or family with a BATHHOUSE where it can be so quiet and some days there are stars for as deep as you can see? We have about 300 of those days and nights. Usually can stay longer on Sundays! We are 72 acres of piñon trees, some small animal life and crickets tucked against a mesa just a few minutes from town. Bring your shoe prints! We have sandboards! $15 per day! We are approximately a 35 minute beautiful drive from the National Sand Dunes around Mt. Blanca. (14'r). 5 minutes from the Mountain Home State Wildlife Park and reservoir where you can fish swim chill cookout etc. You can bike, hike, Swim, jet ski or fish at the newly stocked reservoir. Firewood must be purchased at the campsite. Pet friendly!

2. Great Sand Dunes National Park

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(82)

47 sites · Crestone, Colorado

Come play in North America’s tallest sand box.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Looking for a camping getaway near La Veta, Colorado? Hipcamp has over 2,600 options to choose from, ensuring you'll find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. With prices as low as $10 per night and an average price of $37 per night, you can experience the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Check out top-rated campsites like Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), Rabbit Hole Ranch (259 reviews), and The High Desert Ranch Colorado (205 reviews). Popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and pet-friendly locations are available, and you can enjoy activities such as biking, visiting historic sites, and fishing. Start planning your camping trip today!

95% (1K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Campe Diem!

92%

(296)

22mi from La Veta · 49 sites · Tents, RVs · CO

Do you want a large, private, uniquely situated, pet friendly CampSpot™ to yourselves or family with a BATHHOUSE where it can be so quiet and some days there are stars for as deep as you can see? We have about 300 of those days and nights. Usually can stay longer on Sundays! We are 72 acres of piñon trees, some small animal life and crickets tucked against a mesa just a few minutes from town. Bring your shoe prints! We have sandboards! $15 per day! We are approximately a 35 minute beautiful drive from the National Sand Dunes around Mt. Blanca. (14'r). 5 minutes from the Mountain Home State Wildlife Park and reservoir where you can fish swim chill cookout etc. You can bike, hike, Swim, jet ski or fish at the newly stocked reservoir. Firewood must be purchased at the campsite. Pet friendly!

2. Great Sand Dunes National Park

99%

(82)

47 sites · Crestone, Colorado

Come play in North America’s tallest sand box.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Public campgrounds near La Veta

If you want unimpeded views of the dunes, look for sites on the west side of the loop. The only downside is most of these sites don't have trees for shade, so bring a canopy if you don't want to bake!

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Pinon Flats Campground

32mi from La Veta · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · in Great Sand Dunes National Park

Stories from the community

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Cate

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

We had a wonderful time staying here! The land is gorgeous and it was easy to find a great campsite. Perfect for rustic dispersed camping and close to lots of wonderful nature in this corner of Colorado. Would love to stay again!

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Courtney

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Campe Diem!

It was BEAUTIFUL!! The thing that stood out the most was the blanket of stars we got to enjoy for the night. It was incredible peaceful and clean. We loved it here!! Highly recommend

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Angie

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

Perfect desert style camping! Bring your own shade! ☀️ Thank you for providing water with large tank for the unbeatable camping bathroom experience! A flush toilet and a HOT shower under the incredible starry skies are unmatched! The lake is a 3 min drive or a small hike away. You cannot swim in this lake but there's plenty of beach and you can still fish and be on-water! The small town aboit 12 mins away is perfect for any last minute or forgotten quick grabs. A perfect get away without getting too far away!

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Chase

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at Campe Diem!

Great spots with lots of privacy and you truly feel alone out their!

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Rob

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

We had a great time. This is a great location with a beatiful view. This is the second time we've stayed at Campe Diem. I would use this spot again if I come this way in the future.

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Regine

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

What a beautiful site with a 5 min drive to a beautiful lake! We loved our stay and just what we expected ! Highly recommend!!

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Addie

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

Awesome location and views. Loved that my dogs could run around. Trees for shade and hammock too. Really nice!

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joey

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

Great spot lots of room. Heard other campers but didn't really see anyone and still felt pretty secluded. Excellent hiking!

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A.J.

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

the dispersed camping was great… plenty of privacy. I love the sagebrush landscape and the mountain views. we’ve stayed at Campe Diem twice so far and will likely be back next time we’re in the area.

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Lauren

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Campe Diem!

Great location. Away from most things but easy to get to some populated places. The host was friendly and helpful without being overbearing. Dedication to LNT and treating the land with respect.