The best dog-friendly RV campgrounds near Steamboat Springs, Colorado

If you're looking for an adventure with your furry friends near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Hipcamp has over 479 RV options to choose from, all pet-friendly. Prices range from as low as $25 to an average of $48 per night. Some of the top-rated campsites in the area include Logan Ranch Campground (388 reviews), Camp Rendezvous (234 reviews), and Buford Canyon (175 reviews). Popular amenities include cooking equipment, potable water, and toilets, while popular activities include paddling, wind sports, and snow sports.

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for an adventure with your furry friends near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Hipcamp has over 479 RV options to choose from, all pet-friendly. Prices range from as low as $25 to an average of $48 per night. Some of the top-rated campsites in the area include Logan Ranch Campground (388 reviews), Camp Rendezvous (234 reviews), and Buford Canyon (175 reviews). Popular amenities include cooking equipment, potable water, and toilets, while popular activities include paddling, wind sports, and snow sports.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

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47mi from Steamboat Springs · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Meeker, CO

The Ute Lodge was homesteaded in the 1930’s by Joe Fox who after leaving the military came west to settle in the White River valley. Joe was known for his friendliness, hospitality and wild stories. Today you might find much of the same. From Joe’s day to today it is a place where families come together to get away. The Ute Lodge is now owned by Karl and Mona Maser who celebrated 20 years of ownership summer of 2019! All summer our cabins are filled with guests from all over the US as well as international travelers. One of our favorite things about the summer is our weekly potlucks where we all share an outdoor meal. All of our visitors have a standing invitation to join us around the community campfire at night. From our beautiful private lake (where you can paddle-board, kayak and fish), to immediate access to the Papoose and Crooks Park Trails on National Forest land, as well as the vast variety of wildlife that roams around, you can find what you need here to unplug and get away from it all.

2. Buffalo Ranch

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16mi from Steamboat Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV · Steamboat Springs, CO

35 acres with access off highway 40, 30 amp electrical hookup available, 15 miles to Steamboat Springs and the 20 miles to the ski resort. Property is directly across from yampa river and the nature conservatory land. Welding fabrication shop based on property but we are happy to help with any repairs . Large flat meadows in the front by the highway with wolf creek and trails on the west side of the property. Just a short 7 mile drive to Hayden and the Yampa Valley Airport

3. Sagebrush Solitude

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24mi from Steamboat Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV · Hayden, CO

🌿 Sagebrush Solitude Where the Sky is Wide and the Silence is Sacred ⸻ 📝 Overview Welcome to Sagebrush Solitude, your off-grid escape in the heart of Colorado’s high country. Perched on open land with sweeping views, rugged sagebrush, and rolling hills, this peaceful retreat invites you to unplug, slow down, and reconnect with nature’s rhythm. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking a small camper, this site offers privacy, stillness, and the kind of wide-open space that’s hard to come by. Please note: We live on this land and care deeply for it. While your campsite is private and peaceful, this is also our home. We kindly ask that all guests respect the land, the space, and our presence here. Getting here takes a little effort — the rough dirt road is best suited for high-clearance vehicles — but the reward is pure Colorado quiet, just minutes from Hayden. ⸻ 🌟 What’s Included • Expansive views and serene surroundings • Incredible stargazing — no light pollution • Room for tents, vans, and small RVs • Wildlife sightings (elk, deer, coyotes, hawks) • Fully off-grid: no hookups, no water, no toilet ⸻ 🚙 Know Before You Go • Rough road access — high-clearance vehicle strongly recommended • Located about 15 minutes from Hayden (exact directions sent after booking) • High winds are common, especially in the afternoons — please secure your tent and gear • Bring your own water, food, and supplies • 4WD is suggested, especially in wet conditions • Pack in, pack out — follow Leave No Trace principles • We live on-site — please be mindful and respectful • Pets are welcome, but must be kept under control (wildlife nearby)

4. Mystic Valley Farm

11mi from Steamboat Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV · Steamboat Springs, CO

Horse Ranch RV Site Near Steamboat Springs & Ski Resort Description: Park your RV on our peaceful horse ranch just outside Steamboat Springs, Colorado. We’re tucked away next to Sleeping Giant Mountain, near the private airport on the west side of town off Hwy 129 — only 12 miles from the world-famous Steamboat Ski Resort (the second largest in the U.S.). You’ll have a private, level, finished site with an electric hookup, gray water disposal, and access to a toilet in the heated barn. Wake up to mountain views, watch horses graze, and enjoy the tranquility of ranch life while still being minutes from skiing, hot springs, hiking and biking trails, and downtown Steamboat. Just north of this location is Clark, Colorado — a popular outdoor recreation area known for hiking, mountain biking, gravel riding, hunting, backcountry skiing, snowmobiling, and more. There are three state parks in the area, all with lakes, and the Elk River runs down from the Zirkel Mountain region — a popular destination for fly fishing. What We Offer: • Level, finished RV pad with electric hookup • Gray water disposal • Toilet access in the heated barn • Beautiful ranch setting with horses on site • Easy access on plowed roads Perfect For: • Ski season adventurers looking for a unique base • RV travelers seeking peace and a quiet setting • Anyone who loves wide-open views, dark skies, and a ranch lifestyle • Longer stays — monthly rates available

Public campgrounds near Steamboat Springs

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Granite Campground

7mi from Steamboat Springs · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

Meadows Campground

8.7mi from Steamboat Springs · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

Summit Lake Campground

8.8mi from Steamboat Springs · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

Dumont Campground

12mi from Steamboat Springs · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

Harding Spur

13mi from Steamboat Springs · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · in Stagecoach State Park

McKindley

13mi from Steamboat Springs · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Stagecoach State Park

Pinnacle City

13mi from Steamboat Springs · 37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Stagecoach State Park

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Junction City

13mi from Steamboat Springs · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Stagecoach State Park

Teal Lake Campground

14mi from Steamboat Springs · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

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Hinman Park Campground

19mi from Steamboat Springs · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

Seedhouse Campground

21mi from Steamboat Springs · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Routt National Forest

Seedhouse Group Campground

21mi from Steamboat Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Routt National Forest

Stories from the community

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Anne

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

If you are looking for something very remote with full hook ups this is a great place to stay. This is a farm on private property. We were left alone the 3 nights we stayed. If you have scrapes left from a meal, you can feed them to the pigs. We would come back.

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Jim

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

Oh my. Mona, Martina, Carl are amazing. We had a great time here.

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John

August 2025

45 ft Class A

With pets

4 nights at Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

So peaceful and beautiful. Great trails for some hiking and the pond was a great place to spend some time. Loved sitting outside with morning coffee and listening to the creek and animals. Loved hearing the horses, ducks, chickens and pigs. She was nice and a pleasure to talk too and her 2 dogs are so friendly and sweet. Was very helpful and helped accommodate us with our 45’ foot rig. Had a nice area with a sand box, swings, basketball and games and an area for bonfire. Well worth the visit!

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Rick

August 2025

23 ft Class C

1 night at Buffalo Ranch

Good place to overnight. I was confused a little when driving in but everything worked out. Road is nearby but not to noisy especially after 9 pm. We didn’t use the fire pit due to a fire ban but the pit looks good.

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Courtney

July 2025

26 ft travel trailer

8 nights at Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

Home on Wheels is a truly sweet and special place. Hosts Mona, Carl and Martina could not be nicer. It was so fun to enjoy the farm life, pet the horses, feed the pigs our scraps, listen to the chickens, play the games and sit by the community fire. We mainly hiked and fished all over the gorgeous area. We will be back!

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Merilyn

July 2025

28 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

We really enjoyed the lake for paddle boarding and the riding trails! Very relaxing and comfortable

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Tina

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Buffalo Ranch

I only dropped off a U-Haul trailer to store while I explored Steamboat but the place is in a beautiful location and Taylor was great to accommodate us on short notice!

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Ashlyn

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sagebrush Solitude

Jami met us to make sure we didn’t get lost which was awesome and we had total privacy the whole time. The view is beautiful!

Sherry

June 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Buffalo Ranch

Just right for us as we passed through the area. Great sunset, could hear the Yampa River, and the view was nice

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Kristina

June 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Buffalo Ranch

Easy to find with a GREAT fireplace pit! It was nice to have a place we could bring the dogs to without worrying about other dogs around.. Thanks!

Kenny

May 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Buffalo Ranch

Easy access, pretty view, quiet, loved not having a lot of people around us so the dogs could play. Owner was very nice and let us come a little early and provide wood for the fire. Definitely would recommend and will come back again

Johnny

March 2025

Tent

4 nights at Buffalo Ranch

A perfect spot to Winter Camp for an excellent weekend of skiing at Steamboat. Our host Taylor was more than accommodating and super helpful for me and the gang. An easy trip to town, in a nice quiet area with amazing open skies. Would definitely recommend to any van, truck, or rooftop tent campers.

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Lacey

February 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Buffalo Ranch

We stayed in our camper van to ski at steamboat and Taylor’s place was perfect for what we needed. About 20 minutes away from the resort. Taylor was quick to respond with any questions we had. We will definitely be back!