Nancy M.recommendsOctober 12, 2022
RV Site 4
Camping with the Stars!
I had an amazing time at this campsite! I was there when there was a new moon and so I was able to catch beautiful photographs of the Milky Way and all the stars. It was absolutely breathtaking what you could see. The sunsets and the rainbows were gorgeous every single day I was there and to wake up every morning surrounded by mountains is a joy! Christine was so pleasant and helpful during my stay and proved to be an individual of high integrity when there was a RV incident. I would highly recommend this land, the Host and this night sky!
Trish P.recommendsOctober 11, 2022
RV Site 4
Christine was such an amazing host!! She went above and beyond to be sure we were comfortable, she had firewood for our evening s’mores and was able to help us get to know the area and answer all of our questions. We would absolutely return. :)
Cynthia P.recommendsOctober 9, 2022
RV Site 3
We really enjoyed our stay and Christine was super nice. Stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed. Nice isolated getaway. We love boondocking, but with an infant it's nice to be able to plug in. Had the feeling of being isolated with much needed amenities. Thanks, Christine!
Sherri L.recommendsOctober 9, 2022
RV Site 4
Peaceful get-away
This is a great little hidden get-away near Crestone: beautiful views, peaceful vibes, natural terrain, and so well spaced lots for each camper. Christine is a great host—super accommodating. I’d recommend for anyone who wants a high desert sneak-away.
Jessa L.recommendsOctober 7, 2022
Site 12 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Stars forever!!
Camping here was amazing. The views are unbelievable. The stars are mind blowing. So close to Crestone and sand dunes. Christine is so welcoming. We had the whole place to ourselves basically and it was wonderful! We will absolutely be back!
Jimmy E.recommendsOctober 4, 2022
Site 4 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Mountains EVERYWHERE!!!
The setting is surreal. Mountains everywhere!!!! The campsite feels very private. Lot’s of fun and interesting activities in the area. Would absolutely recommend Great Dunes National Park and Sand Dune Pools. Our host was extremely responsive and very nice. We will definitely be back to this gem!!
Karen G.recommendsSeptember 19, 2022
Site 17 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Peaceful and pretty
Scenic shrub land plateau with the Sangria mountains for background and lots of big sky. 15 minutes from Crestone. Christine was welcoming and helpful.
Victoria M.recommendsSeptember 15, 2022
Site 15 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Even the teens were impressed!
The views from Christine’s spot are breathtaking. We arrived just before sunset and even the cyclical teens we were traveling with were in awe. And then came the stars - such an incredible, starry night sky. Christine was also absolutely lovely, showing us to our camping spot and being on hand if we had any questions.
Rishi P.recommendsSeptember 12, 2022
Site 4 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
5/5 - Excellent stay
Hidden gem. We loved our time here. Beautiful views. Secluded enough for privacy but close enough for comfort. I would come back again for sure.
Liz H.recommendsSeptember 12, 2022
RV Site 1
Perfect Spot!!
This was truly a dream location for us! The mountains and sunset were dramatic, the location was right near incredible hikes and hot springs, and the electricity, water hookups, and very clean porta potties made the stay very comfortable. It's also super close to crestone so you can pop by the coop there for supplies or go grab a beer and bite at the brewery. We will be coming back! Also the host, Christine, was so helpful and nice. Thanks Christine!!!!!!
Adam Y.recommendsSeptember 11, 2022
Site 17 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Starry Night
Our host Christine was there for us when we arrived, even after dusk, to guide us to our site in the dark. Made the check in easy, and check out was even easier. Constant communication beforehand really made the evening smooth. Big sky and plenty of stars at night!
Kim P.recommendsSeptember 9, 2022
RV Site 4
Camping under the stars!
We loved staying at Christine’s place. It is so quiet there and the campsites are not super close together so you feel like you have lots of space to yourself. She met us when we arrived to help us find our campsite. She has electric hookups and a port a potty that’s in the middle. We even enjoyed hearing the coyotes calling to each other nearby. Such a peaceful place to get in touch with nature.
Chris B.recommendsSeptember 6, 2022
Site 6 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Great Experience!
Awesome all around! Christine’s communication was great, directions were clear and she even met us upon our arrival to escort us to our site and explain the layout of the campground. We appreciated the availability of firewood bundles on site! Excellent views of the mountains! (The porta-potty that I used on the campground was easily the cleanest one that I’ve ever used). Thanks!
Jacob J.recommendsSeptember 5, 2022
Site 9 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Excellent property with the most amazing views and host!! Super helpful would definitely recommend!
David F.recommendsSeptember 5, 2022
Site 16 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Please book you wont regret!
I loved every minute of it!!! Christine is an absolute doll, my kind of people for sure. Her space was awesome and beautiful to see all the stars. Seeing the sand dunes was such a nice treat. Also check out the gator farm and sand dune recreation for a wonderful hot spring!, skip the ufo place sadly its not worth the admission. 11/10 would do again!!
Michael David C.recommendsSeptember 5, 2022
Site 7 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Close enough, but far enough away
This is a fantastic place to camp! Well set up, organized and spread out from most of the other sites. Even though we arrived late, Christine was in contact with us, and very helpful in getting us out there.
If you’re into star gazing, this is a great spot!
The only downside was some inconsiderate campers at a nearby site, that didn’t think the quiet times pertained to them, and they didn’t seem to care that it was 6:45 am, yelling and laughing so early, and that was a bit frustrating, especially with arriving so late 2 younger daughters that were tired from a long day of traveling, and a little extra morning rest would have been appreciated.
All together, we would definitely stay there again when we decide to head back to Great Sand Dunes Nat’l Park.
Chris K.recommendsSeptember 4, 2022
Site 17 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Great spot with easy access to the west of the Sangre de Cristos. Christine was super friendly, met us when we got in, and set out the firewood for us. Campsites are nice and spread out, making for a quiet experience
Lynzi C.recommendsAugust 31, 2022
RV Site 1
Christine is the BeSt!
I found Christine and her property to be very peaceful and welcoming. The location is ideal for being close to town and far enough outside of town to really do some star gazing. Also, I super appreciated how smooth the road was getting out there. Two thumbs waaay up for this sweet gal and her RV parking.
Chelsey C.recommendsAugust 30, 2022
RV Site 3
Beautiful views, great camp sites!
Christine was a great host and the views are BEAUTIFUL. The RV sites are setup well for our big rig to get in and out.
Plenty of space between campers and having electricity and water is great!
Alex S.recommendsAugust 29, 2022
Site 15 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Beautiful place to camp!
We loved camping at Christine’s property. The camp sites were well spaced and there were spots for a fire. You can see the Milky Way, star gazing is amazing!
Billie D.recommendsAugust 29, 2022
RV Site 1
Good Base Camp
FYI..When driving down the road be aware of the neighbors dogs. they chase cars.
I have told many people about High Desert Ranch RV while traveling. Christine is a very gracious host. She has 4 RV sites with electricity & water that can & do hold small to large RVs. Lots of tent sites. Beautiful views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains & the Great Sand Dunes.
Porta potties were clean & had very little smell at least the one we used. The water taste fresh & pretty cold.
Brandon K.recommendsAugust 29, 2022
Site 4 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
Had a great experience at the high desert ranch. Would definitely recommend and will be back for sure.
Kim L.recommendsAugust 27, 2022
RV Site 4
Beautiful but others may be close
Beautiful high desert location. The mountain views, sunsets, stars upon stars, rainbows when it rained!! Never saw the elk, but heard coyotes in the distance. Not so remote you have trouble getting to a gas station. Dollar General for the little things you might forget. Camp host Christine responded to messages quickly and greeted us upon arrival. Very friendly.
We stayed on RV site 4 with water and electric right there; no extra hose or power cordage needed. If you don't mind a "campground " set up, read no further. You will love it here!!
I chose RV 4 because it looked more remote/secluded, one of the main reasons I use hipcamp. However, there are tent sites right next to and in front of it. . We had a brief neighbor, and we lost our privacy. We could hear each and every cough and muttering he had to say all evening and am. So close to even strike up conversation. Unfortunately, I'm not sure I would book again and risk having other campers so near by. But that would be my ONLY complaint.
Kelsie F.recommendsAugust 23, 2022
Site 7 - The High Desert Ranch Colorado
We used Christine’s campsite/land as a stop while heading to the sand dunes and Taos, NM. It was the perfect place for that with the quiet and outstanding mountain views. There were cows that meandered on the other side of the barbed wire fence near our site (7) that mooed, but it was honestly nice. And coyote sounds in the distance too. The fire ring and picnic table made it even more convenient. Plus, there is a clean portapotty and water spigot nearby. The desert shrubs made it feel more private. Very communicative and nice host. Bought firewood and was at our site when we arrived.