The best waterfall campgrounds near Walsenburg, Colorado

Looking to immerse yourself in the beauty of a waterfall while camping near Walsenburg, Colorado? Hipcamp has over 350 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With top campsites like Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), Rabbit Hole Ranch (259 reviews), and Purgatory Riverbottoms (147 reviews), you can trust that you'll have a memorable experience. Enjoy popular amenities such as trash, showers, and campfires, while partaking in activities like fishing, boating, and surfing. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $15, camping near Walsenburg, Colorado with a waterfall is accessible for all budgets.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to immerse yourself in the beauty of a waterfall while camping near Walsenburg, Colorado? Hipcamp has over 350 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With top campsites like Enchanted Circle Campground (397 reviews), Rabbit Hole Ranch (259 reviews), and Purgatory Riverbottoms (147 reviews), you can trust that you'll have a memorable experience. Enjoy popular amenities such as trash, showers, and campfires, while partaking in activities like fishing, boating, and surfing. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $15, camping near Walsenburg, Colorado with a waterfall is accessible for all budgets.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Mono Loco Flats

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34mi from Walsenburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Fort Garland, CO

Mono Loco Flats sits on a Mesa nestled in the Sangre de Cristo mountains near Sangre De Cristo creek and La Veta Pass. Growing up in Southern Colorado I was fortunate to explore this zone as a kid and I feel fortunate that I can share Mono Loco Flats with others. Set up camp and enjoy sweeping views of Mount Blanca and the surrounding Sangre De Cristo mountain range. This 15 acre camp is situated just off highway 160 for easy access, approximately 25 minutes from The Great Sand Dunes Natianal park and Zapata Falls. Mono Loco Flats is an excellent home base for exploring the San Luis Valley. Sangre de Cristo Creek is a short hike or drive to the south. Fort Garland is a 10-minute drive. All three sites provide 360 panoramic views with epic sunrise and sunset views of Mount Blanca. Wild horses and prong horned antelope may wander the Mesa as you enjoy your camp. The natural beauty of these three campsites is worth protecting so please if you pack it in, pack it out. This is a dry camp with no toilet or garbage facilities. Please treat this land with respect so that future campers may enjoy the land free of rubbish. All three campsites are accessible with any type of vehicle, and the long driveway and turnaround can accommodate any trailer or RV up to 20'. So please come and enjoy the Sangre De Cristo mountains at Mono Loco Flats:) @monkeypuzzlespace = Mono Loco Flats on Instagram

2. Five Mile Ranch

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47mi from Walsenburg · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · Blanca, CO

Abandoned for a number of years, our unique property has a new life! We are an offgrid homestead near the base of Mt Blanca and just south of Great Sand Dunes National Park with amazing views of the area. We have dedicated part of our property to hosting campers and

3. Campe Diem!

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37mi from Walsenburg · 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!

4. Sand Dunes Base Camp

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45mi from Walsenburg · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · San Luis, CO

The San Luis Valley has a storied history in Colorado. Come experience this slice of virtually untouched 10,000-acre plot of land nestled against the legendary Fourteener Mt. Blanca! Taos, Alamosa, Hiking, Skiing and the Sand Dunes close by! Learn more about this land: Your own camping plot minutes from the Sand Dunes National Park Gates, at the base of Mt. Blanca (a 14’er)! Wake up to unobstructed million dollar views. Lovely area with lots of wildlife. Pulls campers from all walks of life and everyone seems to have a huge smile on their face. A little town with sundries is close enough for goods but far enough to forget you’re near civilization. The nights sky has an unobstructed view of the sky (no light pollution). Easy to get to and close to the sand dunes. If you have a large group we recommend booking both sites.

5. SunnySide Up

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45mi from Walsenburg · 1 site · Tent · Alamosa, CO

5 acres of flat open desert space, with Blanca Peak as the foreground. Walk from the property to trail of 4th highest peak in Colorado. 15 minutes from Great Sand Dunes NP (you can rent sand boards!) 15 minutes to Zapata falls, summer beautiful waterfall, winter it freezes over for a magical cascade of ice. Have the clearest views of the night sky at 7000ft above sea level with no light pollution. There is no electricity or bathroom. Car camp or tent camp in a fully off grid experience. Only 20 minutes from the vibrant town of Alamosa

6. Turkey Creek Ranch

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23mi from Walsenburg · 2 sites · Lodging · Rye, CO

If you are looking for a mountain getaway to escape with your family or hunting buddies this, is it. This mountain retreat is nestled within the base of the greenhorn mountain; it is short driving distance to the San Isabel National Forest, and many hiking trails. This family-friendly space offers 4 cots to accommodate 4 individuals and a second tent for extra guests, a cook area to cook and prep meals, and lots of outdoor space to soak up the sun. You will have access to the creek, nearby trails on the Greenhorn or the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Easy access to Medano Pass, Mosca Pass which offers a trail over the Sangre de Cristos to the Great Sand Dunes. Are you looking for a weekend getaway in solitude? Our campsite at Turkey Creek Ranch is the perfect destination for you. With a comfortable sleeping capacity of four, you can enjoy a peaceful and secluded camping experience. You can enjoy cooking for your loved ones in our fully equipped cooking area. At Turkey Creek Ranch, you'll have the entire acreage of trees, openness and creek to yourself. Surrounded by stunning mountain views, you can truly escape the urban life and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. We are far away from traffic and long lines. Our campsite has access to a creek for soaking, nearby hiking trails on the Greenhorn or the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. From our side you can have a pleasant hike to the Sand dunes. A beautiful experience. You'll have the opportunity to view wildlife in the open fields. If you're lucky you may hear an Elk bugling. We've made camping hassle-free for you. Just bring your own food and water, sleeping gear and we'll take care of the rest. However, if you want to take it one step further and make your camping experience even more comfortable, you can choose our add-on package. This package includes additional amenities to enhance your stay. Horse lodging is available. Please inquire and arrange before your trip. So, why wait? Pack your bags and embark on a spontaneous adventure to Turkey Creek Ranch. and get ready to enjoy nature, relaxation, and endless good times. Thank you for considering our campsite, and if you have any further questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out. Guest access At Turkey Creek Ranch, you'll have the entire acreage of trees, openness and creek to yourself. Surrounded by stunning mountain views, you can truly escape the urban life and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature.

Public campgrounds near Walsenburg

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Cordova Pass Picnic Area and Campground

24mi from Walsenburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Ponderosa Campground

28mi from Walsenburg · 1 site · Tent, RV · in San Isabel National Forest

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Lake Isabel Cabin

28mi from Walsenburg · 1 site · in San Isabel National Forest

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La Vista Campground

29mi from Walsenburg · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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St Charles Campground

29mi from Walsenburg · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Southside Campground

29mi from Walsenburg · 8 sites · in San Isabel National Forest

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Bear Lake Campground

29mi from Walsenburg · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Blue Lake Campground

29mi from Walsenburg · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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Purgatoire Campground

32mi from Walsenburg · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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Davenport Campground

33mi from Walsenburg · 12 sites · in San Isabel National Forest

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Ophir Creek Campground

35mi from Walsenburg · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Mingus Ranch Campground

37mi from Walsenburg · 1 site · in San Isabel National Forest

Stories from the community

Kim

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Sand Dunes Base Camp

Tremendously gorgeous views! Very quiet area with pretty clear directions to site. A fire pit is available, we made s'mores and had a great time. Once we went to bed we did hear (likely) coyotes howling in the distance and with small critters rustling near the tent, nothing dangerous or unusual for the type of area. Definitely would recommend especially for the quick access to the Great Sand Dunes Nat’l Park!!

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Nicolas

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mono Loco Flats

Beautiful and quiet. Easy to find and access. Host was very responsive. Would stay again!

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Kevin

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Mono Loco Flats

Great spot, close to the Dunes and easy to find. Very quiet and isolated.

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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!!

Jake

July 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Mono Loco Flats

Beautiful area with great views. . Stayed at site 1 and there where others at site 2, wouldn’t even know they where there. Good spaced out sites. Being holiday traffic a lot of cars heading up and down the highway. Overall highly recommend.

Turkey Creek Campsite next to the water.

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Cory

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Turkey Creek Ranch

Amazing location, beautiful views, the solitude was great, the ambiance of the creek was the cherry on top. 10/10 would visit again.

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Chasity

June 2025

Tent

With pets

5 nights at Mono Loco Flats

It’s 100% as advertised! Beautiful views, quiet but close to the highway! Loved the opportunity to see the Milky Way and do some star gazing. The sky was amazing.

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Mae

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Turkey Creek Ranch

We had a great time on Lenna’s land. The tent is awesome and the cots are comfortable. The outhouse was literally the cleanest I’ve ever been in 😂 They provided plenty of wood, which was a fantastic treat. We were appreciative that the cooler was full of water and there was bug spray and sunscreen on site. These were all nice amenities! There were tons of options for cooking including a gas grill and two burners, as well as pots/pans, silverware, plates and all the standards. There are solar lights all over the camp which provide the best ambiance and ease at night, as well as solar lanterns provided to easily wander around with. The creek was a huge highlight and we went for several soaks and getting our feet wet. Plus it just sounds amazing! And let me tell you about the stars out here!! If you like star gazing and want to teach the kids about constellations, this is the place. I was blown away by the night sky out here! When booking, I didn’t know that we’d be so close to Westcliffe- which is a dark sky area. On that note- this listing says it’s in Rye, but it’s actually Gardner, CO if you are mapping it out. Be prepared that there are 15 miles of gravel road to access this area and the closest place for supplies is 40min out- so come ready. I also wanted to mention that Lenna is communicative and was quick to answer questions. Overall we really enjoyed ourselves and would return!

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Benjamin

June 2025

Tent

1 night at SunnySide Up

Bare bones site but FANTASTIC views. Would return.

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Michelle

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mono Loco Flats

The Mesa was a wonderful campsite! Views were stunning in every direction. The two other sites on property are far enough away that it still feels private. The campsite had plenty of space! Our car, tent, and canopy fit with tons of extra space. The picnic table was great to have too! The fire pit had some wood leftover from previous guests that we used but ultimately opted against a fire because of winds. We didn't end up having to use the firewood we brought but the fire pit was nicely constructed! It is 35 min from the site to the National Park (the longest portion being the main road into the park). You'll pass through two small towns (Ft Garland and Blanca) between the site and the NP, in case you need to pick anything up. Mario's communication was great! We had zero issues and would stay here again :) If you're unfamiliar with the area be aware that there is NO shade and it is VERY windy. We were familiar with the area so came prepared with a canopy that way we could have shade during the day at our site but we would not have been able to use it without the weights we brought due to high wind.

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Laura

May 2025

With kids

2 nights at Turkey Creek Ranch

Nice spot, very quiet. Tent was spacious and the wood stove inside was great. Appreciated the gas stove and the cooking gear. Convenient to Mission Wolf, a sanctuary for wolves and wolf hybrids (40 minute drive).

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Ryan

May 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With kids

1 night at Mono Loco Flats

We were unlucky with the weather the one night we were here (wind and thunderstorms) but the site was nice and the host even left us some firewood (which we couldn't use due to the aforementioned weather). The highway notwithstanding, the surroundings are absolutely beautiful, but to be honest, the nearest dwelling having a billboard sized Trump sign painted on the side of it kind of soured the mood.

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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.