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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)

1. Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)

94%
(700)
47mi from Rifle · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Clifton, CO
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
Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

2. Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

99%
(383)
48mi from Rifle · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hotchkiss, CO
The House where we live is the corner stone of the Bruce Property and is on the Colorado Register of Historic Houses.The residence was constructed between 1905 and 1912, using red bricks made on the site. John and Sophia Bruce, early pioneers in the North Fork Valley, were first involved in cattle raising. The family later became successful fruit growers. Located along the West Elk Loop, a Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway, the large two-story residence features a steeply pitched hipped roof with prominent attic dormers.As a guest of Riverwalk you will have full access to the river during your stay. In addition, there is the Riverwalk Trail System that skirts the North Fork of the Gunnison River from the top of the property, by the Riverwalk Yurt, (available on this site) meandering downstream past the Riverwalk TIPI (available on the site) passing  the Grove Yurt (available on this site) and terminating at the bottom of the property with the sandy Riverwalk Beach. There is a trial that zigs through the Cottonwood Grove and zags back along the gentle Monitor Ditch skirting a newly planted grove of young trees.For RV Campers we provide 2- 30amp,1-50 amp and 1- 110-amp electrical services and potable water. There is a dump station available. There is also access to our heated shower house with running water and bathroom amenities (<3 min. walk, may be shared with other guests). The property is perfectly geared to groups of friends gathering in a central location between the onset of the Rockies and the termination high desert to the west. Friends or family will reserve both Yurts and the RV Site for a perfect reunion setting!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping

3. Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping

94%
(40)
40mi from Rifle · 1 site · RV · Gypsum, CO
Stoneyard Distillery, producing Beet Sugar Spirits since 2013. Taking its name from the old stoneyard surrounding it. Upstream from the confluence of the Eagle and Colorado Rivers, this site was chosen for it's private water source. Rocky Mountain water pulled directly from the river. The Distillery sits on a 4000 year old lava flow from the Dotsero Volcano. This lava rock provides the vapor refining distillation packing in the still hand built by the owners. With it's scratch built process, Stoneyard distills the true Spirit of Colorado into every last drop. Get Hammered... Responsibly!Learn more about this land:With beautiful Rocky Mountain views, the Distillery sits on a 4000 year old lava flow from the Dotsero Volcano. River access just a short walk away! 10 minutes to Hiking, Mountain Biking, and Eagle River Water Park. 25 minutes to Hot Springs, 35 minutes to World-Class Skiing! 40 Flavorful & Smooth Spirits distilled from Colorado beet sugar and rocky mountain water from the pristine Eagle River Craft Cocktails Production Tours
Pets
Campfires
from 
$35
 / night
Outskirts Palisade

4. Outskirts Palisade

44mi from Rifle · 1 site · Tent · Palisade, CO
Welcome to Outskirts Palisade! Thanks for joining us in Palisade. We love this community and hope you will too. We have big plans in store for our property, and welcome you to fall in love with it as much as we have. Outskirts Palisade is located to the south of Palisade on the edge of the Orchard Mesa. We are located right behind Talbott Farms Tasting Room and have loved getting to know them as neighbors so far. Our property features a gentle drainage, rising mesa features, lava rock outcrops and stunning views of Mt. Garfield, the Grand Mesa, Colorado National Monument, and the Palisade vineyards and orchards. Wait till you see a sunset from up here. As we said, we have some exciting long-term plans for our property to become a key part of the Palisade community. Because of that, we ask that you respect our neighbors and the surrounding area when it comes to things like: trash, noise, fires, alcohol consumption, and general P's & Q's. Basically, don't be a jerk. If you'd like to learn more about our long term plans, check out our website and social pages!
Pets
Toilets
from 
$28
 / night
3 Pond Ranch

5. 3 Pond Ranch

90%
(15)
8.3mi from Rifle · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Rifle, CO
This property is nestled right between two great Colorado reservoirs, Harvey Gap and Rifle Gap. The camping area is right beside a beautiful pond with live fish. There is a picnic table and small firepit for activities. Harvey Gap is about a 1 mile walk from the property and Rifle Gap is a 7 min drive. This property is situated right beside BLM land with a trail head for 4x4 and hiking just 30 seconds down the road or out the back door.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$36
 / night
Lots of space between tipis for privacy.

6. Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven

97%
(487)
48mi from Rifle · 7 sites · Lodging · Hotchkiss, CO
Formerly known as the North Fork Tipi Haven, this 22 acres is now home to Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven. This property offers spectacular views, a large grass field for activities and games, a short hike up Mandala Mountain (behind the solar panels), and relaxion by Love Gulch in the many hammocks. Two mile drive from Big B's and even closer to the nearest winery (Storm Cellar). Tipi camping offers an authentic camping experience, complete with possible bugs and other critters one would expect to find in nature.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$65
 / night
Palisade Vista

7. Palisade Vista

97%
(91)
43mi from Rifle · 1 site · RV · Palisade, CO
Learn more about this land:Canyon and orchard views await. Only a short drive (≈2.5 Miles) or bike ride to Palisade, less then a mile to vineyards and wine tasting.  BookCliff Vinyards, Vines 79 Winery, Savage Spectrum Winery all within 1.5 miles.  Clark Family Orchards, Juicy Acers, Ball Fruit, and Cunningham Orchards also with 1.5 miles if you are looking for fresh fruit.  A put in to the Colorado river is also close by (≈2 miles) if you are looking for a leisurely float. Palisade Rim Trail and Mount Garfield trail are also near by for those looking for a hike or bike adventure.  The newly opened Palisade Plunge mountain bike trail which takes you from over 10000' to 4700' exits just about 2 miles below the camp site if you are looking for a thrill.A rustic camp site with privacy and access great night sky viewing and amazing sunsets and sunrises.
Pets
Potable water
from 
$40
 / night
Colorado River Animal Sanctuary

8. Colorado River Animal Sanctuary

95%
(65)
47mi from Rifle · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · CO
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
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$85
 / night
An unmatched dining view, over gardens and vineyards to the beautiful West Elk Mountains.

9. Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat

100%
(4)
45mi from Rifle · 1 site · Lodging · Paonia, CO
Staying in "Grace" is an experience not to be missed, if you are traveling to the Paonia, Colorado area this season. Immediately next door to the Stone Cottage winery and tasting room, Grace is a completely transformed 1998 Shasta Phoenix 5th wheel with world-class views, expansive night skies, and peaceful mountain vibes. Grace the Camper is a sanctuary. A unique and whimsical refuge, crafted with love, perfect for a romantic adventure getaway, a solo artist retreat, a girls trip for wine tasting and music - or just the chance to unplug and unwind from the crazy of the world. The Paonia - Hotchkiss - Crawford area (North Fork Valley) is an agricultural mecca with world-renowned natural sites, such as Needle Rock and the Black Canyon. You can’t go wrong with hot springs, rivers, farms, and hikes in every direction, great restaurants nearby, live music, and a premier winery tasting room mere feet from your doorstep. All while coming home to a cozy little hideaway just above the Stone Cottage vineyards, with inspiring views and lots of light. Walk next door to enjoy a glass of wine under the shade of their patio. Cook a nice meal to enjoy on your private deck. Go for a walk and take in the vastness of view from the Raggeds to the Elks to the Black Canyon and desert beyond. At night, you can hear the owls and the coyotes across the edges of a beautiful Milky Way. Grace has been lovingly renovated from top to bottom. Roof to floor, given new life that let's her spacious floorplan shine. She is a perfect size for a couple or even three friends or a family with one child to enjoy a high-class glamping-style adventure in a mountain paradise.
Potable water
Toilets
Showers
from 
$84
 / night
Horse Mountain Hideaway

10. Horse Mountain Hideaway

100%
(3)
44mi from Rifle · 1 site · Tent, RV · Palisade, CO
We invite you to stay at Horse Mountain Hideaway, a big rig friendly HipCamp located just one mile from beautiful downtown Palisade, CO, at the very east end of East Orchard Mesa. We live off grid on 10 acres, and you can enjoy the views looking down towards the valley, or up towards the Grand Mesa. As avid RVers ourselves, we wanted to offer self-contained BIG RIG friendly sites, out in the country, with very little road traffic and fabulous dark night skies to enjoy the stars. We are just half a mile to Talbott’s Farm Store / Talbott’s Tap Room. They often have live music events and food trucks on weekends, and you can enjoy a lovely walk or bicycle ride there. There are numerous fruit stands and wineries to the west on East Orchard Mesa, or go down to Palisade and enjoy the many events, farm stands, breweries, wineries and charming downtown area. Our site is a level, well graveled area, and is BIG RIG friendly! Back-in, with room for slide outs and back decks too. Our lane is a maintained private gravel road. This is a boondocking site, for self-contained RVs, with no hookups available. We can also accommodate travelers with horses for an additional fee, with corrals and a paddock to rest or exercise your animals. We are close to public BLM land should you choose to take a longer ride. The site is Pet friendly, but since we do have a small farm, we request that pets are leashed.
Pets
from 
$30
 / night
Perfectly Palisade

11. Perfectly Palisade

100%
(13)
45mi from Rifle · 1 site · Lodging · Palisade, CO
Nestled at the foot of 6,765 ft Mt Garfield which rises 2,000 feet above the Western Colorado desert landscape. Our 1998 Komfort 5th wheel camper is equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. Perfectly Palisade describes the camper as well as your stay at Pearadise Acres, named for our 60 year old Kieffer Pear trees. We are located in the heart of fruit and wine country and have two wineries less than 1/2 mile from your front steps and over 20 in the area accessible by bicycle. Local rentals for e-assist bikes makes wine touring possible for all. If you love amazing sunrises and sunsets, hearing roosters crowing in the distance, and the peace and quiet of a five acre oasis, this camper opportunity is for you. Come to rest and re-energize in one of the most beautiful places in the United States. We look forward to hosting you.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$95
 / night
97% (1.2K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)

1. Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)

94%
(700)
47mi from Rifle · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Clifton, CO
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
Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

2. Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

99%
(383)
48mi from Rifle · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hotchkiss, CO
The House where we live is the corner stone of the Bruce Property and is on the Colorado Register of Historic Houses.The residence was constructed between 1905 and 1912, using red bricks made on the site. John and Sophia Bruce, early pioneers in the North Fork Valley, were first involved in cattle raising. The family later became successful fruit growers. Located along the West Elk Loop, a Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway, the large two-story residence features a steeply pitched hipped roof with prominent attic dormers.As a guest of Riverwalk you will have full access to the river during your stay. In addition, there is the Riverwalk Trail System that skirts the North Fork of the Gunnison River from the top of the property, by the Riverwalk Yurt, (available on this site) meandering downstream past the Riverwalk TIPI (available on the site) passing  the Grove Yurt (available on this site) and terminating at the bottom of the property with the sandy Riverwalk Beach. There is a trial that zigs through the Cottonwood Grove and zags back along the gentle Monitor Ditch skirting a newly planted grove of young trees.For RV Campers we provide 2- 30amp,1-50 amp and 1- 110-amp electrical services and potable water. There is a dump station available. There is also access to our heated shower house with running water and bathroom amenities (<3 min. walk, may be shared with other guests). The property is perfectly geared to groups of friends gathering in a central location between the onset of the Rockies and the termination high desert to the west. Friends or family will reserve both Yurts and the RV Site for a perfect reunion setting!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping

3. Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping

94%
(40)
40mi from Rifle · 1 site · RV · Gypsum, CO
Stoneyard Distillery, producing Beet Sugar Spirits since 2013. Taking its name from the old stoneyard surrounding it. Upstream from the confluence of the Eagle and Colorado Rivers, this site was chosen for it's private water source. Rocky Mountain water pulled directly from the river. The Distillery sits on a 4000 year old lava flow from the Dotsero Volcano. This lava rock provides the vapor refining distillation packing in the still hand built by the owners. With it's scratch built process, Stoneyard distills the true Spirit of Colorado into every last drop. Get Hammered... Responsibly!Learn more about this land:With beautiful Rocky Mountain views, the Distillery sits on a 4000 year old lava flow from the Dotsero Volcano. River access just a short walk away! 10 minutes to Hiking, Mountain Biking, and Eagle River Water Park. 25 minutes to Hot Springs, 35 minutes to World-Class Skiing! 40 Flavorful & Smooth Spirits distilled from Colorado beet sugar and rocky mountain water from the pristine Eagle River Craft Cocktails Production Tours
Pets
Campfires
from 
$35
 / night
Outskirts Palisade

4. Outskirts Palisade

44mi from Rifle · 1 site · Tent · Palisade, CO
Welcome to Outskirts Palisade! Thanks for joining us in Palisade. We love this community and hope you will too. We have big plans in store for our property, and welcome you to fall in love with it as much as we have. Outskirts Palisade is located to the south of Palisade on the edge of the Orchard Mesa. We are located right behind Talbott Farms Tasting Room and have loved getting to know them as neighbors so far. Our property features a gentle drainage, rising mesa features, lava rock outcrops and stunning views of Mt. Garfield, the Grand Mesa, Colorado National Monument, and the Palisade vineyards and orchards. Wait till you see a sunset from up here. As we said, we have some exciting long-term plans for our property to become a key part of the Palisade community. Because of that, we ask that you respect our neighbors and the surrounding area when it comes to things like: trash, noise, fires, alcohol consumption, and general P's & Q's. Basically, don't be a jerk. If you'd like to learn more about our long term plans, check out our website and social pages!
Pets
Toilets
from 
$28
 / night
3 Pond Ranch

5. 3 Pond Ranch

90%
(15)
8.3mi from Rifle · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Rifle, CO
This property is nestled right between two great Colorado reservoirs, Harvey Gap and Rifle Gap. The camping area is right beside a beautiful pond with live fish. There is a picnic table and small firepit for activities. Harvey Gap is about a 1 mile walk from the property and Rifle Gap is a 7 min drive. This property is situated right beside BLM land with a trail head for 4x4 and hiking just 30 seconds down the road or out the back door.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$36
 / night
Lots of space between tipis for privacy.

6. Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven

97%
(487)
48mi from Rifle · 7 sites · Lodging · Hotchkiss, CO
Formerly known as the North Fork Tipi Haven, this 22 acres is now home to Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven. This property offers spectacular views, a large grass field for activities and games, a short hike up Mandala Mountain (behind the solar panels), and relaxion by Love Gulch in the many hammocks. Two mile drive from Big B's and even closer to the nearest winery (Storm Cellar). Tipi camping offers an authentic camping experience, complete with possible bugs and other critters one would expect to find in nature.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$65
 / night
Palisade Vista

7. Palisade Vista

97%
(91)
43mi from Rifle · 1 site · RV · Palisade, CO
Learn more about this land:Canyon and orchard views await. Only a short drive (≈2.5 Miles) or bike ride to Palisade, less then a mile to vineyards and wine tasting.  BookCliff Vinyards, Vines 79 Winery, Savage Spectrum Winery all within 1.5 miles.  Clark Family Orchards, Juicy Acers, Ball Fruit, and Cunningham Orchards also with 1.5 miles if you are looking for fresh fruit.  A put in to the Colorado river is also close by (≈2 miles) if you are looking for a leisurely float. Palisade Rim Trail and Mount Garfield trail are also near by for those looking for a hike or bike adventure.  The newly opened Palisade Plunge mountain bike trail which takes you from over 10000' to 4700' exits just about 2 miles below the camp site if you are looking for a thrill.A rustic camp site with privacy and access great night sky viewing and amazing sunsets and sunrises.
Pets
Potable water
from 
$40
 / night
Colorado River Animal Sanctuary

8. Colorado River Animal Sanctuary

95%
(65)
47mi from Rifle · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · CO
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
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$85
 / night
An unmatched dining view, over gardens and vineyards to the beautiful West Elk Mountains.

9. Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat

100%
(4)
45mi from Rifle · 1 site · Lodging · Paonia, CO
Staying in "Grace" is an experience not to be missed, if you are traveling to the Paonia, Colorado area this season. Immediately next door to the Stone Cottage winery and tasting room, Grace is a completely transformed 1998 Shasta Phoenix 5th wheel with world-class views, expansive night skies, and peaceful mountain vibes. Grace the Camper is a sanctuary. A unique and whimsical refuge, crafted with love, perfect for a romantic adventure getaway, a solo artist retreat, a girls trip for wine tasting and music - or just the chance to unplug and unwind from the crazy of the world. The Paonia - Hotchkiss - Crawford area (North Fork Valley) is an agricultural mecca with world-renowned natural sites, such as Needle Rock and the Black Canyon. You can’t go wrong with hot springs, rivers, farms, and hikes in every direction, great restaurants nearby, live music, and a premier winery tasting room mere feet from your doorstep. All while coming home to a cozy little hideaway just above the Stone Cottage vineyards, with inspiring views and lots of light. Walk next door to enjoy a glass of wine under the shade of their patio. Cook a nice meal to enjoy on your private deck. Go for a walk and take in the vastness of view from the Raggeds to the Elks to the Black Canyon and desert beyond. At night, you can hear the owls and the coyotes across the edges of a beautiful Milky Way. Grace has been lovingly renovated from top to bottom. Roof to floor, given new life that let's her spacious floorplan shine. She is a perfect size for a couple or even three friends or a family with one child to enjoy a high-class glamping-style adventure in a mountain paradise.
Potable water
Toilets
Showers
from 
$84
 / night
Horse Mountain Hideaway

10. Horse Mountain Hideaway

100%
(3)
44mi from Rifle · 1 site · Tent, RV · Palisade, CO
We invite you to stay at Horse Mountain Hideaway, a big rig friendly HipCamp located just one mile from beautiful downtown Palisade, CO, at the very east end of East Orchard Mesa. We live off grid on 10 acres, and you can enjoy the views looking down towards the valley, or up towards the Grand Mesa. As avid RVers ourselves, we wanted to offer self-contained BIG RIG friendly sites, out in the country, with very little road traffic and fabulous dark night skies to enjoy the stars. We are just half a mile to Talbott’s Farm Store / Talbott’s Tap Room. They often have live music events and food trucks on weekends, and you can enjoy a lovely walk or bicycle ride there. There are numerous fruit stands and wineries to the west on East Orchard Mesa, or go down to Palisade and enjoy the many events, farm stands, breweries, wineries and charming downtown area. Our site is a level, well graveled area, and is BIG RIG friendly! Back-in, with room for slide outs and back decks too. Our lane is a maintained private gravel road. This is a boondocking site, for self-contained RVs, with no hookups available. We can also accommodate travelers with horses for an additional fee, with corrals and a paddock to rest or exercise your animals. We are close to public BLM land should you choose to take a longer ride. The site is Pet friendly, but since we do have a small farm, we request that pets are leashed.
Pets
from 
$30
 / night
Perfectly Palisade

11. Perfectly Palisade

100%
(13)
45mi from Rifle · 1 site · Lodging · Palisade, CO
Nestled at the foot of 6,765 ft Mt Garfield which rises 2,000 feet above the Western Colorado desert landscape. Our 1998 Komfort 5th wheel camper is equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. Perfectly Palisade describes the camper as well as your stay at Pearadise Acres, named for our 60 year old Kieffer Pear trees. We are located in the heart of fruit and wine country and have two wineries less than 1/2 mile from your front steps and over 20 in the area accessible by bicycle. Local rentals for e-assist bikes makes wine touring possible for all. If you love amazing sunrises and sunsets, hearing roosters crowing in the distance, and the peace and quiet of a five acre oasis, this camper opportunity is for you. Come to rest and re-energize in one of the most beautiful places in the United States. We look forward to hosting you.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$95
 / night

Camper favorites near Rifle

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

  • Palisade Vista
  • Palisade Vista
  • Palisade Vista

Palisade Vista

97%
(91)
43mi from Rifle · 1 site · RV · Palisade, CO
Learn more about this land:Canyon and orchard views await. Only a short drive (≈2.5 Miles) or bike ride to Palisade, less then a mile to vineyards and wine tasting.  BookCliff Vinyards, Vines 79 Winery, Savage Spectrum Winery all within 1.5 miles.  Clark Family Orchards, Juicy Acers, Ball Fruit, and Cunningham Orchards also with 1.5 miles if you are looking for fresh fruit.  A put in to the Colorado river is also close by (≈2 miles) if you are looking for a leisurely float. Palisade Rim Trail and Mount Garfield trail are also near by for those looking for a hike or bike adventure.  The newly opened Palisade Plunge mountain bike trail which takes you from over 10000' to 4700' exits just about 2 miles below the camp site if you are looking for a thrill.A rustic camp site with privacy and access great night sky viewing and amazing sunsets and sunrises.
Pets
Potable water
from 
$40
 / night
  • Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
  • Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
  • Colorado River Animal Sanctuary

Colorado River Animal Sanctuary

95%
(65)
47mi from Rifle · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · CO
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
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$85
 / night
  • Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat
  • Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat
  • Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat

Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat

100%
(4)
45mi from Rifle · 1 site · Lodging · Paonia, CO
Staying in "Grace" is an experience not to be missed, if you are traveling to the Paonia, Colorado area this season. Immediately next door to the Stone Cottage winery and tasting room, Grace is a completely transformed 1998 Shasta Phoenix 5th wheel with world-class views, expansive night skies, and peaceful mountain vibes. Grace the Camper is a sanctuary. A unique and whimsical refuge, crafted with love, perfect for a romantic adventure getaway, a solo artist retreat, a girls trip for wine tasting and music - or just the chance to unplug and unwind from the crazy of the world. The Paonia - Hotchkiss - Crawford area (North Fork Valley) is an agricultural mecca with world-renowned natural sites, such as Needle Rock and the Black Canyon. You can’t go wrong with hot springs, rivers, farms, and hikes in every direction, great restaurants nearby, live music, and a premier winery tasting room mere feet from your doorstep. All while coming home to a cozy little hideaway just above the Stone Cottage vineyards, with inspiring views and lots of light. Walk next door to enjoy a glass of wine under the shade of their patio. Cook a nice meal to enjoy on your private deck. Go for a walk and take in the vastness of view from the Raggeds to the Elks to the Black Canyon and desert beyond. At night, you can hear the owls and the coyotes across the edges of a beautiful Milky Way. Grace has been lovingly renovated from top to bottom. Roof to floor, given new life that let's her spacious floorplan shine. She is a perfect size for a couple or even three friends or a family with one child to enjoy a high-class glamping-style adventure in a mountain paradise.
Potable water
Toilets
Showers
from 
$84
 / night
  • Horse Mountain Hideaway
  • Horse Mountain Hideaway
  • Horse Mountain Hideaway

Horse Mountain Hideaway

100%
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44mi from Rifle · 1 site · Tent, RV · Palisade, CO
We invite you to stay at Horse Mountain Hideaway, a big rig friendly HipCamp located just one mile from beautiful downtown Palisade, CO, at the very east end of East Orchard Mesa. We live off grid on 10 acres, and you can enjoy the views looking down towards the valley, or up towards the Grand Mesa. As avid RVers ourselves, we wanted to offer self-contained BIG RIG friendly sites, out in the country, with very little road traffic and fabulous dark night skies to enjoy the stars. We are just half a mile to Talbott’s Farm Store / Talbott’s Tap Room. They often have live music events and food trucks on weekends, and you can enjoy a lovely walk or bicycle ride there. There are numerous fruit stands and wineries to the west on East Orchard Mesa, or go down to Palisade and enjoy the many events, farm stands, breweries, wineries and charming downtown area. Our site is a level, well graveled area, and is BIG RIG friendly! Back-in, with room for slide outs and back decks too. Our lane is a maintained private gravel road. This is a boondocking site, for self-contained RVs, with no hookups available. We can also accommodate travelers with horses for an additional fee, with corrals and a paddock to rest or exercise your animals. We are close to public BLM land should you choose to take a longer ride. The site is Pet friendly, but since we do have a small farm, we request that pets are leashed.
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Perfectly Palisade

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45mi from Rifle · 1 site · Lodging · Palisade, CO
Nestled at the foot of 6,765 ft Mt Garfield which rises 2,000 feet above the Western Colorado desert landscape. Our 1998 Komfort 5th wheel camper is equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. Perfectly Palisade describes the camper as well as your stay at Pearadise Acres, named for our 60 year old Kieffer Pear trees. We are located in the heart of fruit and wine country and have two wineries less than 1/2 mile from your front steps and over 20 in the area accessible by bicycle. Local rentals for e-assist bikes makes wine touring possible for all. If you love amazing sunrises and sunsets, hearing roosters crowing in the distance, and the peace and quiet of a five acre oasis, this camper opportunity is for you. Come to rest and re-energize in one of the most beautiful places in the United States. We look forward to hosting you.
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Stories from the community

Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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Jon
November 2025
Tent
1 night at Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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Serena
October 2025
Tent
1 night at Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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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River walk
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D.l.
October 2025
4 nights at Stay in Grace: Wine-Country Retreat
Grace is a sweet glamping option. The view from the breakfast table was lovely, the decor appealing and it was clean. It had everything we needed to make meals and wash dishes. The bed was comfortable. The furnace, electric stove and small heater for the bedroom made cool nights comfortable. Paonia is beautiful! The drive to Crested Butte from here is amazing!!! Karina was very communicative with clear instructions before our trip and was quick to respond to our requests. If you've never used a composting toilet before, it's an adjustment but it's a good option for glamping. The shower had hot water and enough pressure. I would stay here again.
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Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping
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Lelon
October 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
1 night at Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping
The property was easy to find and the host was responsive when I had questions. It is located right along the interstate highway, but the noise wasn’t excessive. I would stay here again.
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Palisade Vista
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Michael
October 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Weekend Trip to Palisade Vista
Perfect secluded spot all to yourself. Neat little tucked away spot!
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Grove Yurt ♥️
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Iris
October 2025
With pets
2 nights at Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river
Beautiful natural environment. Loved the pathways. amazing atmosphere. My best moments: awaking to wild geese flying over, eyes lift to the ceiling and then outside through many windows. Sun rising, mountains, creek sounds. Make fire and Coffee!
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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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Kelly
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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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Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river
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Kate
September 2025
With pets
Weekend Trip to Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river
Beautiful place! They've created such a nice space with beautiful spots to sit by the river. The inside of the you're is beautifully furnished and we enjoyed it thoroughly. Highly recommend.
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The Four Directions. Family time
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Tamzen
September 2025
With pets
1 night at Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
If you need recharging, a reset, peace, quiet, Magik, grounding and to be in nature, feel the basics of living minimally with mother Earth, the trees, the mountains, this is a must. Second time here in the same year The Hawk TiPi comfortably fits 4 adults and 4 dogs. Pure Bliss. Cannot believe I have to wait until next year to come back. 🙏🪶🙏
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Palisade Vista
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Jason
September 2025
22 ft campervan
With pets
4 nights at Palisade Vista
Great location. Very private, lots of room for our dogs.
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Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
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Nate
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Colorado River Animal Sanctuary
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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Perfectly Palisade
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Anne
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Perfectly Palisade
Beautiful quiet location, but close to everything. They are on the Palisade Scenic Wine Byway so you can ride or walk out your door to several vineyards or into town. Scott is a super host and very informative and provides lots of things, chairs, picnic table, fire pit and wood and most importantly a very comfortable bed. Perfect location for sunsets also.
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Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
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Jane
September 2025
With kids
3 nights at Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
This is one of our favorite places to glamp. It’s nice to not have to pack dishes, cookware, etc. There’s a great setup to cook. Sway in the hammocks after breakfast. The beds inside the teepees are so comfy. The host is incredibly kind.
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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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Jay
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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Daniel
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
Awesome host. Lots of fun activities to do with kids. Beautiful spot!!!
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Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
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Heather
September 2025
Tent
1 night at Lakeside Camping, Water Time :)
The campsite was so relaxing and peaceful. A great stay.
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Horse Mountain Hideaway
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Robin
September 2025
23 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Horse Mountain Hideaway
We loved camping on Debbie’s land! It was very private and quiet with absolutely beautiful views. We were close enough to town to ride our e-bikes to the orchards and wineries for live music and an evening out! Debbie was accommodating and super friendly! We will definitely stay again!!
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Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping
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Karin
August 2025
16 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Stoneyard Distillery Awesome Possum RV Camping
Perfect place to park (as long as you can boondock); super easy access to all of the trail heads along Glenwood Canyon, and easy in and out of Glenwood Springs. Host was super responsive!!
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Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
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Simon
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
Absolutely great experience, great host with one of the cutest little towns to go in and have dinner as well.
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Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
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Callie
August 2025
With kids
Weekend Trip to Old Moon Acres Tipi Haven
Absolutely beautiful. Stacy was so nice. Everything was perfect- will definitely be back!
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Other options near Rifle

  • Park Place RV Park
  • Park Place RV Park
  • Park Place RV Park

Park Place RV Park

612mi from Rifle · 4 sites · Odessa, TX
Park Place RV Park stands out as a premier camping destination, offering a unique blend of relaxation and fun that transforms every visit into a memorable getaway. Nestled in the heart of Odessa, this campground has been meticulously designed to provide guests with a serene environment, complete with well-maintained public spaces that invite both families and individuals to unwind. Guests can immerse themselves in a variety of activities that cater to all ages. From friendly competitions in sports like cornhole, basketball, and soccer to leisurely afternoons by the pool, there’s something for everyone. The park's spacious RV sites and sturdy asphalt driveways ensure easy access and stability, making your stay hassle-free. In addition to its recreational offerings, Park Place RV Park boasts a range of community amenities that enhance your experience. Enjoy a delightful barbecue at the grills, gather around the fire pits for cozy evenings, or take advantage of the on-site laundry and fitness center. With so much to offer, this campground is not just a place to stay; it’s a destination that elevates your outdoor adventure.
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