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Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge

Hosted by Lisa · Moffat, Colorado
2 sites · Tent · 160 acres
93%
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13 reviews
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Near Great Sand Dunes National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Great Sand Dunes.
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High up in the San Luis Valley, the Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge occupies over 200 acres. Joyful Journey Hot Springs is 10 minutes away, and Great Sand Dunes National Park is visible from the property. The property includes a small garlic farm (High Desert Garlic) with garlic products for sale in season. The ranch is uniquely suited to athletes and other fitness enthusiasts with a 5k running/walking trail and a well stocked indoor/outdoor gym with kettlebells, TRX equipment, squat and bench racks, plyo boxes, bands, rowing and cycling machines, basketball hoop, and all manner of agility equipment. Gym cost is $10 per person or $25 for a group of four. Gym users must sign a liability waiver. The camping area is about 1/4 mile from the main house and about 300 meters from the rest room and potable water. The highest concentration of 14,000 foot peaks in Colorado is in this area with trail heads in nearby Crestone. Rock climbers and rock hounds will enjoy Penitente Canyon about 40 minutes west. White water rafting and all manner of paddling are available on the Arkansas River in nearby Salida, as is access to some of the finest mountain biking in the world, particularly the Monarch Crest Trail. World class fly fishing can be found on the Arkansas River, and Blue Mesa Reservoir is home to all varieties of trout, pike, and kokanee salmon. We are happy to arrange tours with local guides and adventure providers. The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refugee is a working, off-grid, sustainable homestead. Horses, goats, chickens, ducks, turkeys, dogs, cats, and a donkey all share the property. Animal tours are available.
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Rudolph

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Tent site · Sleeps 8
Pitch your tent at 7600 feet in one of largest high desert valleys in the world, the San Luis Valley.  We are surrounded by 12,000-, 13,000-,and 14,000-foot peaks. The campsites have 360 degree views, abundant desert flora and fauna, and a truly spectacular nightscape. The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge is a working homestead with horses, goats, turkeys, ducks, chickens, dogs, cats, honeybees, and a donkey named Peggy.   Homestead tours are available on request and 1-3 working residencies on the main homestead for athletes, artists, returning veterans, and others seeking emotional and physical refuge are available.    The camping area is 1/4 mile from the main house, and fresh potable water is available 500 meters away.   Fire rings, camp circles, a picnic table, hammock points, and camp style grills are provided.  Tent camping only. Amenities are uniquely tailored for athletes. There are miles of trails for running/riding, and an open air gym with kettlebells, TRX, strongman equipment, plyo boxes, a drag sled, medicine balls, free weights, flip tires and slacklines. The camping area is primitive, undeveloped raw land on the floor of the San Luis Valley. Farm fresh free range duck and chicken eggs, veggies, coffee, eggs, honey and baked goods are available (seasonally) for purchase. Secluded and quiet. Simple and restorative. LBGTQ+ friendly, woman-veteran owned and operated.
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Gibson

100%
(3)
Tent site · Sleeps 8
Pitch your tent at 7600 feet in one of largest high desert valleys in the world, the San Luis Valley.  We are surrounded by 12,000-, 13,000-,and 14,000-foot peaks. The campsites have 360 degree views, abundant desert flora and fauna, and a truly spectacular nightscape. The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge is a working homestead with horses, goats, turkeys, ducks, chickens, dogs, cats, honeybees, and a donkey named Peggy.   Homestead tours are available on request and 1-3 working residencies on the main homestead for athletes, artists, returning veterans, and others seeking emotional and physical refuge are available.    The camping area is 1/4 mile from the main house, and fresh potable water is available 500 meters away.   Fire rings, camp circles, a picnic table, hammock points, and camp style grills are provided.  Tent camping only. Amenities are uniquely tailored for athletes. There are miles of trails for running/riding, and an open air gym with kettlebells, TRX, strongman equipment, plyo boxes, a drag sled, medicine balls, free weights, flip tires and slacklines. The camping area is primitive, undeveloped raw land on the floor of the San Luis Valley. Farm fresh free range duck and chicken eggs, veggies, coffee, eggs, honey and baked goods are available (seasonally) for purchase. Secluded and quiet. Simple and restorative. LBGTQ+ friendly, woman-veteran owned and operated.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No showers
Picnic table
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for NaN guests
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Reviews

93% Recommend27 ratings · 13 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent ·
Rudolph
I needed to stay another day and Lisa graciously accommodated me on short notice.
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Janet M.
7 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Beautiful mountain views
Tent ·
Rudolph
This is a peaceful and beautiful camping spot. 360 degree views of mountains. Spectacular rainbows and mist on the mountains after the thunderstorms that rolled through.
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Janet M.
7 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Gibson
Loved camping here super nice! Gym is as a nice addition and super accommodating
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Sampson A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2023
Tent ·
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
Great off grid, quiet and spacious camping spot. Lots of amenities and the homestead is really cool to see. Lisa is a great host, I would absolutely recommend a stay here!
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Cameron S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· June 2019
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
Lots of confusion
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Christy D.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2019
Stunning sunset and amazing views
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
The views were amazing and it felt very private. The only issue we had was the wind (that is how the Sand Dunes were built!). It was insanely strong for several hours and our tent was filled with a fine dust. I would just keep this in mind when pitching a tent - the wind blows from west to east. Other than that, we loved it and the host was very nice and friendly.
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Laurie R.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2019
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
Such an amazing spot, not far from the dunes and super private. Definitely ask for the animal tour and buy some fresh duck or chicken eggs! Thanks Lisa!
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Martha D.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2019
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
We had an amazing stay here! The animals at the ranch were very sweet. I bonded with the goats and the cat while my boyfriend loved the donkey, Peggy, and the horse! Lisa is a great host, making us delicious coffee, introducing us to her dogs, and giving us a tour of her homestead. The campsite has beautiful views.
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Margaret L.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2019
Amazing campsite
Group trip ·
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge was amazing! The views from the campsite are stunning. There are a 3 campsites, but all feel very private. Lisa was a great host and my boyfriend and I felt super comfortable staying there 2 nights. The bathroom in the RV a short walk away and fresh water made it even easier. Sunsets by the fire were magical with the mountains in the background. One note is that there isn't any natural shade, so if you are planning to hang out during the day or go in the middle of summer, might recommend some kind of shaded canopy. Overall, 10/10.
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Kelly K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2018
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
Wow! Such a perfect spot to pitch a tent for the night. You'll enjoy a very private sandy campsite. A neat fire/picnic area (wood $5) and a charcoal grill if you happen to bring some! Lisa's property is an amazing and very convenient place to spend the night before heading to the Sand Dunes early in the morning. I hope everyone gets to meet Peggy the pet donkey who is more like a dog. If you're a fitness enthusiast you can even go pump some iron in the open gym. 10/10 would recommend
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Adam G.
8 reviews
Recommends
· June 2018
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
Nice place to camp for the sand dunes. Easy to find and able to access the camp site in a 2003 Honda Accord. Fire pit (firewood for sale for $5), flat logs for seating, host provides a trailer with a bathroom, potable water, a cup of morning coffee, and fun tour of all the animals on the farm! Great experience, amazing sunset views, it's how you want car camping to go.
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William M.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2018
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
What a beautiful and peaceful place to camp! Lisa was so friendly and accommodating and the ranch is breathtaking. With the tranquil sounds of nature everywhere and the beautiful mountain views all around this is definitely a wonderful place to pitch a tent and relax a while! :) The sunsets are so glorious and colorful and the land is great for a long stroll. If you are looking for some inner peace and a zen spot to rest your head then this is the place. I would definitely stay here again! :D
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Julia A.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2018
Group trip ·
Colorado Sports Ranch & Refuge
We loved this amazing off grid ranch! Lisa was super sweet and helpful, and this gem is nestled into the San Luis valley - not far from Great Sand Dunes National Park. It also has a great gym area for athletic aficionados who want to train in the high altitude. The campfire set up was amazing as well, and Lisa offered to bring us fresh water from the spring. Something to be aware of - the sharp Chico plants! Watch out for them if you'd prefer to not change a tire ;) And having 4 wheel drive would be highly advised.
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Olivia G.
10 reviews

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Moffat, Saguache, Colorado, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Lisa R.

Joined in December 2017
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