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The best dog-friendly RV sites near Red River
93% (1.5K) • 156 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Red River
Bestview
1. Bestview
33mi from Red River · 1 site
Learn more about this land:If you’re looking for your own beautifully scenic Colorado camping spot near a variety of wildlife, you have found it here. South Central Colorado’s sweeping landscapes are home to exceptional wildlife areas such as Sanchez Reservoir, Mountain Home Reservoir and Smith Reservoir. Prime for the camping life, this .24-acre property is nestled in the tranquil Sangre de Cristo Estates of Costilla County where various wildlife such as deer, elk and antelope are often seen in herds grazing in the fields. Along with stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and nearby rivers, you’ll quickly immerse yourself in nature and forget all about the hustle and bustle of the city.
from
$18
/ night
Casa de Santa Maria
2. Casa de Santa Maria
88%
(4)
33mi from Red River · 1 site · Tent, RV
Casa de Santa Maria, home of Mother Mary's Garden, is a sacred site located 5 miles South of San Luis, Colorado. This is a rustic site for tent camping or boon docking without any electric or water hookup. Restrooms with showers are provided 1/2 mile walking/driving distance. Drinking water is available for transport.
The site is situated in the Mystical San Luis Valley and has a majestic view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range to the East, Blanca Peak to the North and Ute Mountain to the South. You will camp under the dark night skies and view the Milky Way depending on the moon phases. The surrounding prairie land is filled with the aroma of prairie sage.
If you are looking for a place to contemplate, renew your spirit, worship under the beautiful blue sky, or just unwind from the stresses of life with nothing between you and a Higher Power, you will want to visit Mother Mary's Garden on the Casa de Santa Maria property. The redwood cedar totem statue of Mother Mary is incredible, as is the garden landscaping—and more than anything, this beautiful garden is out in the open for everyone to enjoy. Surrounded by the mesa to the east and the wide expanse of chamiso covered prairie to the north, south and west, this beautiful spot on the planet is definitely a labor of love.
The Great Sand Dune National Park is less than an hour drive to North. Taos, New Mexico is 60 miles to the south.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$25
/ night
Sangre de Cristo Mountain RV Escape
3. Sangre de Cristo Mountain RV Escape
39mi from Red River · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a beautiful 10 acre campground away from everything. There are 2 spots to camp with tank water and sewer hookup. Only 12 ft and under trailers are allowed due to space constraints. There is hunting allowed and 4000 acres of BLM land behind this property. 4WD is recommended but we have made it up during warmer months with 2WD. Camp at your own risk, there is wildlife about and steep cliffs. There is also a 1.5 mi walking trail. This area is not managed regularly. If you are unable to make it due to washouts, etc. your money will be refunded. Phone service is spotty. You must take all trash with you. If you like to be away from it all, THIS IS FOR YOU. You won't see more than 1 other cars per day. Lock code for water is 1627.
Water hookup
Sewer hookup
from
$36
/ night
Kim's Corner
4. Kim's Corner
40mi from Red River · 1 site · Tent, RV
Way outback in the middle of nowhere Overlooking the San Luis Valley
with spectacular sunsets. There are an abundance of wildlife here so be cautious.
from
$10
/ night
Remote Site - Sangre de Cristos
5. Remote Site - Sangre de Cristos
92%
(6)
40mi from Red River · 1 site · Tent, RV
Secluded from it all! This private 7 acre land sits at 10,500 feet in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Surrounded by blue spruce and aspen trees with wide-open views of the skies for maximum star gazing.
Roads in are graded dirt best accessed by 4x4 or all-wheel drive. It can get muddy during rain storms and snow is possible during the summer.
Drive right in to access multiple flat spots to setup your site. Views are plentiful!
This is as rugged as it gets. This high alpine location provides stunning views and endless chill time. This location is smack-dab in the middle of one of the largest elk herds in the world. There are plenty of deer, bear and the occasional moose.
This is steep country - bring your trekking poles! There is plenty to explore on the land, plus miles of hiking on Forbes road. You'll be roughly and hour away from the Great Sand Dunes National Park, 40 mins from Ft Garland, under 2 hours to Taos, NM, and Mountain Home Reservoir is just down the road - great fishing!
Ideal tent spot with room for multiple families.
Toilets
from
$20
/ night
93% (1.5K) • 156 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Red River
Bestview
1. Bestview
33mi from Red River · 1 site
Learn more about this land:If you’re looking for your own beautifully scenic Colorado camping spot near a variety of wildlife, you have found it here. South Central Colorado’s sweeping landscapes are home to exceptional wildlife areas such as Sanchez Reservoir, Mountain Home Reservoir and Smith Reservoir. Prime for the camping life, this .24-acre property is nestled in the tranquil Sangre de Cristo Estates of Costilla County where various wildlife such as deer, elk and antelope are often seen in herds grazing in the fields. Along with stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and nearby rivers, you’ll quickly immerse yourself in nature and forget all about the hustle and bustle of the city.
from
$18
/ night
Casa de Santa Maria
2. Casa de Santa Maria
88%
(4)
33mi from Red River · 1 site · Tent, RV
Casa de Santa Maria, home of Mother Mary's Garden, is a sacred site located 5 miles South of San Luis, Colorado. This is a rustic site for tent camping or boon docking without any electric or water hookup. Restrooms with showers are provided 1/2 mile walking/driving distance. Drinking water is available for transport.
The site is situated in the Mystical San Luis Valley and has a majestic view of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range to the East, Blanca Peak to the North and Ute Mountain to the South. You will camp under the dark night skies and view the Milky Way depending on the moon phases. The surrounding prairie land is filled with the aroma of prairie sage.
If you are looking for a place to contemplate, renew your spirit, worship under the beautiful blue sky, or just unwind from the stresses of life with nothing between you and a Higher Power, you will want to visit Mother Mary's Garden on the Casa de Santa Maria property. The redwood cedar totem statue of Mother Mary is incredible, as is the garden landscaping—and more than anything, this beautiful garden is out in the open for everyone to enjoy. Surrounded by the mesa to the east and the wide expanse of chamiso covered prairie to the north, south and west, this beautiful spot on the planet is definitely a labor of love.
The Great Sand Dune National Park is less than an hour drive to North. Taos, New Mexico is 60 miles to the south.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$25
/ night
Sangre de Cristo Mountain RV Escape
3. Sangre de Cristo Mountain RV Escape
39mi from Red River · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a beautiful 10 acre campground away from everything. There are 2 spots to camp with tank water and sewer hookup. Only 12 ft and under trailers are allowed due to space constraints. There is hunting allowed and 4000 acres of BLM land behind this property. 4WD is recommended but we have made it up during warmer months with 2WD. Camp at your own risk, there is wildlife about and steep cliffs. There is also a 1.5 mi walking trail. This area is not managed regularly. If you are unable to make it due to washouts, etc. your money will be refunded. Phone service is spotty. You must take all trash with you. If you like to be away from it all, THIS IS FOR YOU. You won't see more than 1 other cars per day. Lock code for water is 1627.
Water hookup
Sewer hookup
from
$36
/ night
Kim's Corner
4. Kim's Corner
40mi from Red River · 1 site · Tent, RV
Way outback in the middle of nowhere Overlooking the San Luis Valley
with spectacular sunsets. There are an abundance of wildlife here so be cautious.
from
$10
/ night
Remote Site - Sangre de Cristos
5. Remote Site - Sangre de Cristos
92%
(6)
40mi from Red River · 1 site · Tent, RV
Secluded from it all! This private 7 acre land sits at 10,500 feet in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Surrounded by blue spruce and aspen trees with wide-open views of the skies for maximum star gazing.
Roads in are graded dirt best accessed by 4x4 or all-wheel drive. It can get muddy during rain storms and snow is possible during the summer.
Drive right in to access multiple flat spots to setup your site. Views are plentiful!
This is as rugged as it gets. This high alpine location provides stunning views and endless chill time. This location is smack-dab in the middle of one of the largest elk herds in the world. There are plenty of deer, bear and the occasional moose.
This is steep country - bring your trekking poles! There is plenty to explore on the land, plus miles of hiking on Forbes road. You'll be roughly and hour away from the Great Sand Dunes National Park, 40 mins from Ft Garland, under 2 hours to Taos, NM, and Mountain Home Reservoir is just down the road - great fishing!
Ideal tent spot with room for multiple families.
Toilets
from
$20
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
R
Randall
July 2025
Tent
Casa de Santa Maria is a beautiful and unique campsite. With outstanding views of Blanca Peak, Ute Mountain, and Culebra Peak you can stay in camp and be rewarded with eyefuls of beauty. As a base camp it is easy to get away to Great Sand Dunes National Park, or the hot springs in Hooper (Sand Dunes Recreation Hot Springs Pool). There’s great fishing and hiking opportunities along the way to Chama, New Mexico, and just 65 miles away in Taos you can enjoy history, art, and great food. Susan is a fantastic host! You won’t find a better place for a spiritual reset than Casa de Santa Maria!
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Izrael
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
It's nice with great views high in the mountains. Lake is close by would recommend
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Brenna
June 2025
Tent
Beautiful 360’views, currently under some construction but beautiful and rustic set up. Very friendly host.
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Alyssa
April 2025
Tent
With pets
This cozy spot is owned by two AMAZING people that make you feel like real VIPs! Susan's knowledge about the area and recommendations for places to explore as well as the friendly check-ins made our stay such a fantastic adventure. Steve is super friendly and helpful and his dog Luna makes you feel like you are the most special person in the world every time you see her!
My boyfriend and I had the pleasure of being their first ever campers on their land and they already seemed like pro hosts! The bathrooms are so clean and luxurious for a camp spot and our camp site had a great tent bed and fire ring that made set up super easy. Our pups loved having space to run around and all of the plants to sniff and of course enjoyed playing in the snow during our stay.
We recommend trying the amazing places to eat in town, definitely Sonja's for breakfast burritos! But if you bring your own food, there is plenty of space to feast with an amazing view all around you! There is a great short and beginner friendly hike to a nearby lake and we definitely recommend taking the walk up to the garden on the land, I'm sure it's even more beautiful once all of the flowers are in bloom! There are also plenty of birds to see, many different types and the wild horses are gorgeous if you're lucky to see them while you drive by.
We can't wait to come back to stay again!! Highly recommend!!
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The best dog-friendly RV sites near Red River guide
Where to go
Carson National Forest
Carson National Forest covers more than 2,000 square miles of pristine wilderness areas and mountains like Wheeler Peak—the highest elevation in the state at 13,161 feet. Hikers can traverse the Continental Divide Trail to glimpse Chimney Rock, one of the most unique geological features of the forest. Other attractions include Williams Lake, the Georgia O’Keefe cabin, and Echo Amphitheatre. Then stay in campsites in and near the forest that offer basic amenities like full restrooms and water and electrical hookups.
Middle Fork Lake
Though Red River is home to more than 20 lakes, Middle Fork Lake is often regarded as one of the most beautiful. Cradled by pine trees in the foothills of Wheeler Peak and Walters Peak, the alpine lake is only accessible by hiking or horseback riding. The lake’s beauty makes it a popular destination in all four seasons, particularly with its golden autumn foliage and blankets of snow during winter. Accommodations in nearby lakeside campsites provide easy access to the famous Middle Fork Lake Trail, where visitors can survey the entire vista.
Cimarron Canyon State Park
A popular destination for hiking and fly fishing, Cimarron Canyon State Park’s lush forests and trout-filled Cimarron River make it a fun stop. Found off Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, the park features four campgrounds with nearly 100 developed campsites, as well as access to nearby private RV parks and cabin rentals. During the warm season, enjoy wildlife watching and horseback riding. In winter, snowshoeing is a popular pastime.
When to go
Visit Red River year-round to enjoy its wide range of seasonal activities, including skiing and fly fishing. Winter highs reach 34°F, and the season sees snowfall, which is great news for winter sports lovers. In summer, temperatures seldom exceed the mid-80s. Campers may wish to book their stay for the most popular accommodations to ensure they get a reservation during this season.