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GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN

Hosted by Patti · Fruita, Colorado
4 guests max
98%
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53 reviews
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Learn more about this land: CAMP ON 35 ACRES OF PRIVATE MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN! Gecko Gulch is a single, private campsite near the popular North Fruita Desert 18 Road mountain bike area and the famous Kokopelli Trail. And if that’s not enough, after a day of shredding single track, you can return to your campsite and have 35 acres of desert hills all to yourself to continue the ride! When you’ve had enough of the bike, you can relax in your 8’x12’ cabin with two comfy chairs and room to hang a hammock or stretch out two of your sleeping bags if you don’t want to pitch a tent. A covered porch is the perfect place to watch the sunset and enjoy a well-earned beer. There’s a picnic table with a shade sail. The open-air shower stall lets you hang a solar bag to rinse off the dust while you admire an unending desert view. Then start a campfire and roast some marshmallows while you wait for the stars to come out. Gecko Gulch’s 35 acres are surrounded by public BLM land on two sides so the desert really is your playground. This is a dry campsite with no electricity or water, but there is a portable toilet and trash can. There’s enough flat area to set up a couple of tents. A small amount of firewood is provided.  Gecko Gulch is not suitable for mega-large RVs. The cabin has no heat/air conditioning, but two screened windows open to catch a breeze and mosquito netting is on the door. If you’re tired of camping in a crowded, noisy campground with neighbors on all sides, if you want privacy and incredible views, then Gecko Gulch is waiting!CAMP ON 35 ACRES OF PRIVATE MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN! Gecko Gulch is a single, private campsite near the popular North Fruita Desert 18 Road mountain bike area and the famous Kokopelli Trail. And if that’s not enough, after a day of shredding single track, you can return to your campsite and have 35 acres of desert hills all to yourself to continue the ride! When you’ve had enough of the bike, you can relax in your 8’x12’ cabin with two comfy chairs and room to hang a hammock or stretch out two of your sleeping bags if you don’t want to pitch a tent. A covered porch is the perfect place to watch the sunset and enjoy a well-earned beer. There’s a picnic table with a shade sail. The open-air shower stall lets you hang a solar bag to rinse off the dust while you admire an unending desert view. Then start a campfire and roast some marshmallows while you wait for the stars to come out. Gecko Gulch’s 35 acres are surrounded by public BLM land on two sides so the desert really is your playground. This is a dry campsite with no electricity or water, but there is a portable toilet and trash can. There’s enough flat area to set up a couple of tents. A small amount of firewood is provided.  Gecko Gulch is not suitable for mega-large RVs. The cabin has no heat/air conditioning, but two screened windows open to catch a breeze and mosquito netting is on the door. If you’re tired of camping in a crowded, noisy campground with neighbors on all sides, if you want privacy and incredible views, then Gecko Gulch is waiting!
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 30 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: class B RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-in site
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
No class A RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
Ask about slideouts
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit
Toilet available
Portable toilet
Pets allowed
On leash
Bins available
Trash bin
Picnic table present
No potable water
Bring your own water
No showers
There's a spot in the shower stall to hang a solar shower bag.
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
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GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
CAMP ON 35 ACRES OF PRIVATE MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN! Gecko Gulch is a single, private campsite near the popular North Fruita Desert 18 Road mountain bike area and the famous Kokopelli Trail. And if that’s not enough, after a day of shredding single track, you can return to your campsite and have 35 acres of desert hills all to yourself to continue the ride! When you’ve had enough of the bike, you can relax in your 8’x12’ cabin with two comfy chairs and room to hang a hammock or stretch out two of your sleeping bags if you don’t want to pitch a tent. A covered porch is the perfect place to watch the sunset and enjoy a well-earned beer. There’s a picnic table with a shade sail. The open-air shower stall lets you hang a solar bag to rinse off the dust while you admire an unending desert view. Then start a campfire and roast some marshmallows while you wait for the stars to come out. Gecko Gulch’s 35 acres are surrounded by public BLM land on two sides so the desert really is your playground. This is a dry campsite with no electricity or water, but there is a portable toilet and trash can. There’s enough flat area to set up a couple of tents. A small amount of firewood is provided.  Gecko Gulch is not suitable for mega-large RVs. The cabin has no heat/air conditioning, but two screened windows open to catch a breeze and mosquito netting is on the door. If you’re tired of camping in a crowded, noisy campground with neighbors on all sides, if you want privacy and incredible views, then Gecko Gulch is waiting!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

98% Recommend62 ratings · 53 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Awesome spot and host.
30 ft truck camper · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great spot, close to 18 road and Mary’s, Close to town so a pizza at Hot Tomato isn’t far away. Quiet space with the ability to let my dog off leash. I’ll be back.
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Tom L.
5 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
What an amazing camping spot. So quiet and pretty!! And Patti left perfect instructions on how to get there. I loved it. I wish I could come every weekend.
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Lisa S.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Wonderful site and perfectly situated as a base for Fruita area riding. We were able to easily access 18 Road, Kokopelli Trails, Lunch Trails, and Rabbit Valley. Also quick 15 minute ride into town. Host is super responsive, friendly, and helpful. If you are coming to Fruita to go mountain biking and want to camp, I can't imagine there's a much better place!
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Mitchell K.
5 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Solitude!
Tent ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
No highway noise, no neighbors, no clutter! Unobstructed 360 degree view of distant mountain ranges with nothing but open Prarie and desert plains in between. Absolutely loved this space. Plenty of room inside to set up a cot and sleep in total comfort.
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John G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Our plans changed so we unfortunately did not get to stop here, but the host was very kind and easy to communicate with. Hope to stay here sometime!
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William W.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Love Love Love!!! We had plenty of space to have our queen-size mattress/store food and toiletries. The covered picnic table provided the perfect place to prepare/cook meals. We also utilized the fire pit/outdoor sink and of course the toilet. Amazing sunsets and 360 views.
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Danielle G.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Gecko Gulch was perfect! It was a windy weekend so the shed was such a great place to get a little break from the wind. Much better than camping on top of people on 18rd.
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Fiona M.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Wonderful site
Tent ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Absolutely loved this property. I would have loved to stay here longer. Exactly as pictured. Enough room in building to put cots or sleeping bags. Toilet outside is nice to have as well as an awning. Only downsides are I wish there was a grate for the firepit for cooking. And I wish there was a wall or something on the other side of the potty. Felt like the house in the distance was to close and could see. Definitely want to come back and stay longer tho.
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Coleen D.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
12 ft campervan · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great spot. Good communication from Patti. Stargazing is amazing here!
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Kristina T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
I really enjoyed it here and hope to return again soon!
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Mike B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great views with excellent trail access outside Fruita. The shelter was a great feature and the site had some nice amenities.
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Felix Z.
9 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Wonderful host and location! Patti was super responsive and helpful.
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Tj W.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
16 ft campervan ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great views and quiet location. I would stay there again.
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Vance H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
22 ft campervan ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
If you’re looking for big sky and privacy, this is the place for you. Loved having a little shelter when it got windy and rainy. Communication was easy and everything super clean.
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Margaret T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2023
Memorial Day weekend
Tent · With kids ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Open space all around, small place inside so get cozy. Effortless replacement of porta potty swap and rubbish. Access to North Desert via 18 road - refer to map as we went off track a few times, but 18 road … is better as it is relatively smooth. There is an exciting 4wd drive through a small 5 ft seasonal wash runout to North Desert if you like short cuts.
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David F.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2023
Great Stay
19 ft campervan ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Awesome spot. Beautiful scenery and the little cabin was great to get out of the wind.
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Josh M.
12 reviews
Recommends
· October 2022
Tent · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Fantastic views and access to BLM land! Great place to crash while doing some biking in fruita. Big bonus for being dog friendly. Patti was a delight to work with.
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Jennifer L.
6 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· September 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
The little cabin at Gecko Gulch is basic - no water or electricity, two chairs nailed to the floor, a boat- type toilet outside, along with a picnic table and a hammock. However, the lack of amenities is made up for by the privacy and isolation. Views across the rolling desert grasslands to the Book Cliffs to the north and Colorado National Monument to the south, particularly at sunrise and sunset, are priceless. Lying in the hammock after dark and looking up at the blazing night stars was magical.
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William T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
Beautiful, peaceful setting
8 ft pop-up camper · Group trip ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Patti's directions were very clear. The setting is stunning - high desert with the mountain backdrop. Very peaceful. Great star gazing. There is a little cabin should you need to shelter or prefer to sleep indoors. We will return when in the area.
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Cristina C.
5 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2022
Remote and Peaceful
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
This is an unusual getaway that takes you up and over gravel roads to a cool, remote spot in the rural area of Fruta. The quiet is seductive. The little house/shed would be useful for some, but we had a van to sleep in. Hammock, compost toilet and tarp were useful. Not on bicycle trails but 6 + miles to get to them. We enjoyed the two-night stay — feeling far away.
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Rita I.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
What a lovely spot! We would definitely recommend a stop by Gecko Gulch! We came through during a cross-country road trip with our pup. The little cottage was great for our needs and the hammock was the MVP after a long day's drive. The site is near town but remote enough to feel private and quiet. The views at sunset are incredible! Patti was a great host, very communicative. Her directions were very clear and led us to the site without any issue!
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Austin B.
6 reviews
Recommends
· May 2022
Desert Camping Heaven
Tent · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
We really enjoyed camping here! It is close enough to town to get food after a long day of mountain biking, but private enough to feel remote. The fire pit was great and loved that it was dog friendly!
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Jennifer B.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Patti was very responsive and helped us find her lovely spot late at night. This little spot is just gorgeous in the morning. Will definitely be back!
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Caryn S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2022
9 ft campervan · With pets ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
This was a great spot! Just enough amenities. Loved that there was a sun shade we could hang up to get out of the late day sun. Amazing property and views. Neighboring property owners pass by every once in awhile but it is a very quiet spot. And Patti was an awesome host with recommendations and very clear directions. Will definitely be back! Thanks Patti!
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Jenn S.
8 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2022
Camping in the wildflowers 🌸🌻🌸🌼
Tent · Group trip ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Best spot near fruita... 10/10 would recommend! We were a group of four and super grateful for the cabin during the windy parts of the afternoon. Also the wildflowers were incredible!
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Chandra F.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2022
Fun place to stay in Fruita!
13 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great communication! We loved the shed to get out of the rain and wind and the kids enjoyed camping inside it! We really enjoyed biking in Fruita!
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Jennifer H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2022
Cool camp spot & stunning views.
Tent · With kids ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Gecko Gulch, was lovely. Fantastic views, a quiet perfect spot for camping- convenient & close to town and bike trails while also allowing time for solitude and a reset. The cabin was clean, as was the whole site and perfect sunset views. The host prived detailed and accurate directions- which made our later-in-the-day arrival stress free.
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Amanda A.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2022
13 ft pop-up camper ·
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Very scenic and secluded with good access to trails
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Doug F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2021
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great spot. We stayed the evening in our tents and enjoyed the openness of the landscape. Nice to have a little cabin, fire pit, sink, and composting toilet. A bit close to the main road and some dirt bike riding at night.
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Natalie B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2021
GECKO GULCH--MOUNTAIN BIKE HEAVEN
Great place. I would come back again.
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Alexander H.
9 reviews

Location

Fruita, Mesa, 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 Patti C.

Joined in May 2020

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