Beach Camping Near Snowmass Village, Colorado, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2025

Looking to camp near Snowmass Village, Colorado and enjoy the beach? Hipcamp has over 29 options available for you. Whether you're looking for a yurt with luxury on the river like Riverwalk Yurt, lakeside camping at Lakeside Camping, Water Time :), or the unique experience of the Colorado River Animal Sanctuary, you'll find the perfect spot. These top campsites have received rave reviews, with Riverwalk Yurt boasting 180 reviews, Lakeside Camping with 149 reviews, and Colorado River Animal Sanctuary with 18 reviews. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like showers, cooking equipment, and potable water. And if you're up for some adventure, you can enjoy wind sports, explore historic sites, and take a dip in the water. With an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $20, you can have an amazing camping experience without breaking the bank.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp near Snowmass Village, Colorado and enjoy the beach? Hipcamp has over 29 options available for you. Whether you're looking for a yurt with luxury on the river like Riverwalk Yurt, lakeside camping at Lakeside Camping, Water Time :), or the unique experience of the Colorado River Animal Sanctuary, you'll find the perfect spot. These top campsites have received rave reviews, with Riverwalk Yurt boasting 180 reviews, Lakeside Camping with 149 reviews, and Colorado River Animal Sanctuary with 18 reviews. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like showers, cooking equipment, and potable water. And if you're up for some adventure, you can enjoy wind sports, explore historic sites, and take a dip in the water. With an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $20, you can have an amazing camping experience without breaking the bank.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Gondola Village at Holy Cross

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28mi from Snowmass Village · 4 sites · Lodging · Red Cliff, CO

Gondola Village at Holy Cross is a little sanctuary in the mountains between Vail, Leadville, and Aspen. There is little nearby except for the next door Holy Cross Wilderness, with a lifetime worth of trails, lakes, and peaks to explore -- all only two hours from Denver. Gondola Village at Holy Cross has direct access that many dream of to Colorado's water wilderness, and some of the best backcountry skiing, hiking, scrambling, backpacking, and fly fishing in the Summit Vail Eagle Aspen area. Our modern alpine cabins are some of the cutest cabins you'll step foot in, complete with a mix of amenities to make your wilderness stay a bit more comfortable. Gondola Village at Holy Cross is at 11.5k feet above sea level (believed to be the highest altitude Hipcamp in the world). Gondola Village at Holy Cross has been featured on Discovery Channel’s Reclaimed, Airbnb's OMG! Fund, Arch Digest, and the site of many product shoots. The managers of this property have worked in yurt, ADU, and cabin construction and hospitality for many years and have brought together some of the best Scandinavian and modern design with a mining town aesthetic. The trip up can be challenging (only off-road, winch / locker equipped vehicles dare try the 759 Holy Cross City jeep road, others will need to hike in at least 2.5 miles), but the views and cabins are well worth the trek. Snow free season tends to be June 15 an October 30 annually, and outside of this guests should be prepared for up to 11 miles of over-snow travel with no cars allowed (a bit less depending on snow coverage in the shoulder seasons from May 21 - early June and late October - November 21)

2. Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

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44mi from Snowmass Village · 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!

3. Lodge pole forest

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48mi from Snowmass Village · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Fairplay, CO

This property was once a Gold mining encampment in the turn of the last century, just out of view nestled in a pine forest, Learn more about this land: It’s like a national park setting in the trees, you should be very aware that wildlife wanders through here 24/7, near several national forests and gold medal fishing as well as beautiful hot springs within 40-45 minutes

4. Vega State Park

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109 sites · Collbran, Colorado

Enjoy the outdoors all year long at this high-elevation state park.

Pets

Potable water

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5. Sweet Retreat

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31mi from Snowmass Village · 4 sites · Lodging · Twin Lakes, CO

This cabin is up to par with meeting the safe at home corona virus standards for cleaning. This great little turn of the century bungalow has it all. This home has recently been renovated to have all the upgraded amenities while still preserving that classic historical feel. Large amounts of trails out your back door. One will have easy access to the home with a keypad code to come and go as they please. If you bring a dog there's a $25 pet fee per dog per day! Lake county license# 2022-21

Public campgrounds near Snowmass Village

Aspen Grove

45mi from Snowmass Village · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Vega State Park

Oak Point

45mi from Snowmass Village · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Vega State Park

Early Settlers

46mi from Snowmass Village · 32 sites · Tents, RVs · in Vega State Park

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Cabins

47mi from Snowmass Village · 5 sites · in Vega State Park

Pioneer

47mi from Snowmass Village · 10 sites · in Vega State Park

Stories from the community

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Garver

October 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

Our second time here. George and Devon are really great hosts and their property is amazing.

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Chris

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lodge pole forest

Don was super responsive and helpful! Nice spot that has a beautiful mountain view when you wake up!

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Frasier

October 2025

2 nights at Gondola Village at Holy Cross

Relaxing cabin in the mountains! Make sure not to over pack so you can actually enjoy the hike up to the cabin!

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Rob

September 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

A lovely spot to camp, with trees for shade, a clean indoor bathroom, and good location close to downtown Paonia and Big B's. Amenities include a nice fire ring -- stocked with firewood! -- as well as tables and chairs.

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Alex

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

We absolutely loved this quirky little campsite! The tent pitch is spacious, private and very peaceful. The shower house is beautifully decorated and very clean. Lovely hot showers. George was very helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend staying here!

Jessica

September 2025

2 nights at Gondola Village at Holy Cross

We loved this special little village. It's a very well-kept cabin and has everything you could need. The hike in was a bit tough, but well worth it and very straightforward! We were able to see lots of wildlife and enjoy time at the nearby lake. There's a marmot that runs around the abandoned town and plenty of pika in the surrounding area. Will remember this trip for a while.

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Laura

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Lodge pole forest

We booked Don's place last minute and he was a lifesaver. Super nice and relaxed. Would recommend!

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Jeannette

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

A labor of love, beautiful property with artistic touches and George was a good communicator. I had no problem finding the place and enjoyed all the thoughtful touches and creativity. A wonderful WC and shower as well, with even an outdoor shower option!

Whitney

August 2025

1 night at Gondola Village at Holy Cross

What an absolute GEM of a spot! Went up for a little solo retreat, and the cabin had absolutely everything I needed for a cozy camping experience but with a roof over my head and all camping basics provided plus a little more! I hiked over to Cleveland Lake, enjoyed the cozy cabin at night, and woke up to a stunning sunrise. It’s a relatively accessible spot, meaning you don’t have to hike very many miles to get there, but you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere in only the best way. Would absolutely come again!!!

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Deborah

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

This was one of my favorite camping experiences. It had everything. Lots of extra touches made to every campsite. Very peaceful. Already planning our next stay here. George was very welcoming and super nice.

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Gaige

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

Really nice host! And the stars were incredible! Hot shower and nice toilet to freshen up.

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Emily

July 2025

Tent

6 nights at Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

George's land is simply magical. They've carefully carved out campsites, trails, and a central shower house to make staying there feel private and convenient. We loved every minute of our stay there and being so close to Big B's is a huge bonus. This is our second time staying on George's land and we'll be back again!

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Wesley

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Lodge pole forest

Amazing, thanks don! We really enjoyed our stay. Great location, do mount sherman!

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Gabriel

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Riverwalk Yurt, luxury on river

This spot exceeded our expectations! George was the sweetest host and the Campsite was perfect and well kept. The bathroom was amazing, couldn't have asked for more. Having river access was so fun.

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Ruth

June 2025

2 nights at Gondola Village at Holy Cross

Such a cozy and peaceful cabin! Perfect for a quiet getaway—remote enough to feel like an escape, but still super comfortable and well equipped with everything you need. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful, which made the whole experience seamless. Would absolutely come back!