94% (490) • 24 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Palisade
Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
1. Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
95%
(65)
3.4mi from Palisade · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
One of a kind property on the Colorado River in the middle of wine country. Animal sanctuary w Alpaca, Goats, Pigs, mini Horses, Peacocks, Chickens, Dogs, That all free range the property. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the best of Western Colorado the views, stars secluded quietness in nature yet 5 miles from all the city conveniences
Electric 15 amp; water hookups & along the Colorado River on a private animal sanctuary. We allow tents, vans, small rvs & small campers. This is a very exclusive property and location. There is also a large lake for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding for our guest use. This spot is on a private beach shared w our family friends and guest on the Colorado river
Sorry no dogs allowed
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$85
/ night
Colorado river Airstream
2. Colorado river Airstream
91%
(11)
3.5mi from Palisade · 1 site
Animal sanctuary farm w alpaca, dogs, goats, pigs, mini horses, chickens, peacocks. Located on the beach of the Colorado river. Large 2 acre lake to fish, paddle board, kayak, canoe or swim. All the animals are rescues that are now pets that you can hand feed and interact with they all love attention and food.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$90
/ night
Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
3. Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
94%
(701)
3.7mi from Palisade · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
We moved here in 1997
The home has had major remodels done on it.
The lake is an old gravel pit to make road base for local road construction.
The buoys in the lake are scuba projects from the local college CMU, and hold lots of fish. Other nesting platforms are for our local Geese and they hatch out in April-June.
We airbnb 2 rooms in our home as a shared facility and have airbnbs in Northern Ca and Baja.
Our home is off limits for campers as we need to respect the space for our other airbnb guests.
But in an emergence please call, cell service works fine.
port-a potty is gone for the winter November-April.
port-a potty is clean and works great, May- Oct. If you are here in the winter you may use the trees or Mavericks gas station in 1.5 miles away.
The first two pets are included at no additional cost. For any additional pets beyond the first two, there is a fee of $10 per pet, per night. Please make sure to add the Pet fee extra accordingly.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Highline Lake State Park
4. Highline Lake State Park
83%
(3)
State park 28mi from Palisade · 27 sites
A Grand Valley hot spot and desert oasis with two lakes and miles of trails.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Vega State Park
5. Vega State Park
100%
(1)
State park 30mi from Palisade · 109 sites
Enjoy the outdoors all year long at this high-elevation state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Fruita By The Lake
6. Fruita By The Lake
97%
(83)
19mi from Palisade · 5 sites
The property is a mix of living quarters and a business with a beautiful 2-acre lake accessible in the summer.
Hipcampers will be camping on a 10-acre property mixed-used and will have their own little piece of land and privacy to enjoy.
They will find endless activities surrounding our property while enjoying their stay. There are miles of mountain and road bike trails easily accessed from the campsite. Rafting, golf, swimming, fishing, hiking, off-roading, dirt bike/ATV trails, Colorado National Monument, and the list goes on and on within a short distance. The campsites are just 2 minutes from downtown Fruita, offering easy access to good restaurants, great coffee shops a drink. You will find a grocery store, pharmacy, and gas station in the same area.
To consider:
Our place is great but not for everyone. We have three convenient sites, all with electricity and water and one with sewage.
They all have great views and are very close to the town of Fruita. Every hipcampers can enjoy the beach and the pond between mid-May and October when its full. Swimming not recommended!
The property is used by THE GONDOLA SHOP, which restores ski gondolas. Monday to Friday, you might hear some light noise and see employees walking around. For that reason and the potential hazard WE DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN on our property. We ask that all vehicles drive no faster than 10 miles per hour for the same reason.
We will consider a group of campers or mix camper/tents roof tents as long as you have your own bathroom to share. Please email us with any requests you might have. We are open to discussing any inquiries. Between May and October, when our lake is full and usable, our place is great for gatherings and a big BBQ.
Camp #1 / 30amps + 110V (NO WATER). We have a spot on the property for you to fill in your water tank, but there is no water directly at the site. This site is on an old concrete pad and will need some leveling. This site is close to the tenant's house. You might see some chickens running around, but your camper will face the opposite way, and you will get your privacy. We accept campers class B and C ONLY, max 27 feet for this camp. NO TRAVEL TRAILERS. It would be best to park nose 1st to access the electric post and back up to get out. This site has lots
Pets
Full hookups
from
$25
/ night
Rifle Gap State Park
7. Rifle Gap State Park
100%
(5)
State park 47mi from Palisade · 88 sites
Take advantage of 360 surface acres of crystalline reservoir water at this state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
94% (490) • 24 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Palisade
Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
1. Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
95%
(65)
3.4mi from Palisade · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
One of a kind property on the Colorado River in the middle of wine country. Animal sanctuary w Alpaca, Goats, Pigs, mini Horses, Peacocks, Chickens, Dogs, That all free range the property. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the best of Western Colorado the views, stars secluded quietness in nature yet 5 miles from all the city conveniences
Electric 15 amp; water hookups & along the Colorado River on a private animal sanctuary. We allow tents, vans, small rvs & small campers. This is a very exclusive property and location. There is also a large lake for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding for our guest use. This spot is on a private beach shared w our family friends and guest on the Colorado river
Sorry no dogs allowed
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$85
/ night
Colorado river Airstream
2. Colorado river Airstream
91%
(11)
3.5mi from Palisade · 1 site
Animal sanctuary farm w alpaca, dogs, goats, pigs, mini horses, chickens, peacocks. Located on the beach of the Colorado river. Large 2 acre lake to fish, paddle board, kayak, canoe or swim. All the animals are rescues that are now pets that you can hand feed and interact with they all love attention and food.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$90
/ night
Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
3. Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
94%
(701)
3.7mi from Palisade · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
We moved here in 1997
The home has had major remodels done on it.
The lake is an old gravel pit to make road base for local road construction.
The buoys in the lake are scuba projects from the local college CMU, and hold lots of fish. Other nesting platforms are for our local Geese and they hatch out in April-June.
We airbnb 2 rooms in our home as a shared facility and have airbnbs in Northern Ca and Baja.
Our home is off limits for campers as we need to respect the space for our other airbnb guests.
But in an emergence please call, cell service works fine.
port-a potty is gone for the winter November-April.
port-a potty is clean and works great, May- Oct. If you are here in the winter you may use the trees or Mavericks gas station in 1.5 miles away.
The first two pets are included at no additional cost. For any additional pets beyond the first two, there is a fee of $10 per pet, per night. Please make sure to add the Pet fee extra accordingly.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Highline Lake State Park
4. Highline Lake State Park
83%
(3)
State park 28mi from Palisade · 27 sites
A Grand Valley hot spot and desert oasis with two lakes and miles of trails.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Vega State Park
5. Vega State Park
100%
(1)
State park 30mi from Palisade · 109 sites
Enjoy the outdoors all year long at this high-elevation state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Fruita By The Lake
6. Fruita By The Lake
97%
(83)
19mi from Palisade · 5 sites
The property is a mix of living quarters and a business with a beautiful 2-acre lake accessible in the summer.
Hipcampers will be camping on a 10-acre property mixed-used and will have their own little piece of land and privacy to enjoy.
They will find endless activities surrounding our property while enjoying their stay. There are miles of mountain and road bike trails easily accessed from the campsite. Rafting, golf, swimming, fishing, hiking, off-roading, dirt bike/ATV trails, Colorado National Monument, and the list goes on and on within a short distance. The campsites are just 2 minutes from downtown Fruita, offering easy access to good restaurants, great coffee shops a drink. You will find a grocery store, pharmacy, and gas station in the same area.
To consider:
Our place is great but not for everyone. We have three convenient sites, all with electricity and water and one with sewage.
They all have great views and are very close to the town of Fruita. Every hipcampers can enjoy the beach and the pond between mid-May and October when its full. Swimming not recommended!
The property is used by THE GONDOLA SHOP, which restores ski gondolas. Monday to Friday, you might hear some light noise and see employees walking around. For that reason and the potential hazard WE DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN on our property. We ask that all vehicles drive no faster than 10 miles per hour for the same reason.
We will consider a group of campers or mix camper/tents roof tents as long as you have your own bathroom to share. Please email us with any requests you might have. We are open to discussing any inquiries. Between May and October, when our lake is full and usable, our place is great for gatherings and a big BBQ.
Camp #1 / 30amps + 110V (NO WATER). We have a spot on the property for you to fill in your water tank, but there is no water directly at the site. This site is on an old concrete pad and will need some leveling. This site is close to the tenant's house. You might see some chickens running around, but your camper will face the opposite way, and you will get your privacy. We accept campers class B and C ONLY, max 27 feet for this camp. NO TRAVEL TRAILERS. It would be best to park nose 1st to access the electric post and back up to get out. This site has lots
Pets
Full hookups
from
$25
/ night
Rifle Gap State Park
7. Rifle Gap State Park
100%
(5)
State park 47mi from Palisade · 88 sites
Take advantage of 360 surface acres of crystalline reservoir water at this state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jeff
December 2025
19 ft campervan
Stayed here in early December and it is such a great spot! Nice sunset viewing, easy access to the sites, quiet, and it's a rare Colorado location near water. Mike stopped by to chat and is a very accommodating host. I would highly recommend visiting this campsite, especially in the warmer months.
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David
November 2025
22 ft campervan
With pets
Mike is such a great host and the site was exactly as advertised. We will absolutely be staying again when we make it back out to Palisade
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Jon
November 2025
Tent
We got moved to RV spot #1 from our original spot a few days before our stay which wasn't an issue. The lake was beautiful and clean, and we were well stocked on wood. We didnt have any neighbors so it was nice and quiet with little sound from distant traffic.
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Anne
November 2025
32 ft travel trailer
With pets
This is a spectacular spot and Mike is an awesome host. I will definitely be back
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Serena
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful view of the lake. Mike was attentive and responsive as well. There was some good birding in the morning, too! There is some road noise at the lake but not too loud.
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Rob
October 2025
19 ft campervan
Site is exactly as described. Very convenient for our overnight stop and even had electricity.
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Lydia
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful place! Super fun and great for the doggie!
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Fabian
October 2025
23 ft Class C
Really nice campground with large fire pit and Kayaks available for a cruise on the lake. Worth a stay!
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Kelly
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Sweet spot by the lake to camp for the night! We had a lovely campfire and appreciated the full set up ready to roll as we got in late and were tired from the drive!! It was a wonderful way to unwind and enjoy the night before getting a good sleep for our drive the next day. The next morning we had the place almost entirely to ourselves, and my dog especially loved exploring!
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Thomas
September 2025
Tent
Nice area for everyone in our group including our friends.
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Nate
September 2025
Tent
Very nice spot right on the river! Had a campfire, fed alpacas carrots and hung out with dogs. Cool property all around, would definitely recommend!
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Jay
September 2025
Tent
Nice quiet spot. Loved that I was able to paddleboard and enjoy the water right next to my campsite. Would definitely book again if in the area
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Jay
September 2025
12 ft travel trailer
Group trip
Lots of space for our group. We loved that we were right next to the water and were able to drop our paddleboards off at the dock
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Timothy
September 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Group trip
This spot is amazing! The lake is gorgeous and peaceful. The CO river is a very nearby as is the town of Palisade. only a few campsites and spread out well so you have plenty of space and quiet. Mike is extremely helpful if ou want him to be. We will definitely be back.
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Daniel
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Awesome host. Lots of fun activities to do with kids. Beautiful spot!!!
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Heather
September 2025
Tent
The campsite was so relaxing and peaceful. A great stay.
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Deborah
September 2025
20 ft campervan
Such a peaceful place to camp! The campsite was clean and Dominique was a fantastic host. This camp is removed from the bustle but close enough to everything. It’s the perfect spot and I highly recommend it.
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Jonda
September 2025
29 ft Class C
With pets
Great spot and easy to find! Just a warning that there are a lot of ants (which of course is beyond the hosts’s control) so be ready to be on bug patrol a bit! Otherwise, absolute perfection.
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Mariajose
August 2025
Tent
Solid place to rest on our trip west.. good camp site with beautiful views. Thank you!
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Lily
August 2025
Tent
Such a nice stay on this land. There were no other campers, so it was amazing to have the place to myself. It's a small area for the tent campers so I would have felt really close to people. Really clean porta-potty and lovely spots to sit and hangout around. A beautiful lake with lovely frogs and turtles! Buggy around sunset but not too bad besides that. I really enjoyed my time, very peaceful, simple. Life on a lake is a dream! Thank you Mike!
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