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Mystic Valley Farm
Mystic Valley Farm
15mi from Routt National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Horse Ranch RV Site Near Steamboat Springs & Ski Resort
Description:
Park your RV on our peaceful horse ranch just outside Steamboat Springs, Colorado. We’re tucked away next to Sleeping Giant Mountain, near the private airport on the west side of town off Hwy 129 — only 12 miles from the world-famous Steamboat Ski Resort (the second largest in the U.S.). You’ll have a private, level, finished site with an electric hookup, gray water disposal, and access to a toilet in the heated barn.
Wake up to mountain views, watch horses graze, and enjoy the tranquility of ranch life while still being minutes from skiing, hot springs, hiking and biking trails, and downtown Steamboat.
Just north of this location is Clark, Colorado — a popular outdoor recreation area known for hiking, mountain biking, gravel riding, hunting, backcountry skiing, snowmobiling, and more. There are three state parks in the area, all with lakes, and the Elk River runs down from the Zirkel Mountain region — a popular destination for fly fishing.
What We Offer:
• Level, finished RV pad with electric hookup
• Gray water disposal
• Toilet access in the heated barn
• Beautiful ranch setting with horses on site
• Easy access on plowed roads
Perfect For:
• Ski season adventurers looking for a unique base
• RV travelers seeking peace and a quiet setting
• Anyone who loves wide-open views, dark skies, and a ranch lifestyle
• Longer stays — monthly rates available
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$75
/ night
Buffalo Ranch
Buffalo Ranch
86%
(21)
25mi from Routt National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
35 acres with access off highway 40, 30 amp electrical hookup available, 15 miles to Steamboat Springs and the 20 miles to the ski resort. Property is directly across from yampa river and the nature conservatory land. Welding fabrication shop based on property but we are happy to help with any repairs .
Large flat meadows in the front by the highway with wolf creek and trails on the west side of the property. Just a short 7 mile drive to Hayden and the Yampa Valley Airport
Electrical hookup
Pets
from
$41
/ night
Sagebrush Solitude
Sagebrush Solitude
100%
(1)
33mi from Routt National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
🌿 Sagebrush Solitude
Where the Sky is Wide and the Silence is Sacred
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📝 Overview
Welcome to Sagebrush Solitude, your off-grid escape in the heart of Colorado’s high country. Perched on open land with sweeping views, rugged sagebrush, and rolling hills, this peaceful retreat invites you to unplug, slow down, and reconnect with nature’s rhythm.
Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking a small camper, this site offers privacy, stillness, and the kind of wide-open space that’s hard to come by.
Please note: We live on this land and care deeply for it. While your campsite is private and peaceful, this is also our home. We kindly ask that all guests respect the land, the space, and our presence here.
Getting here takes a little effort — the rough dirt road is best suited for high-clearance vehicles — but the reward is pure Colorado quiet, just minutes from Hayden.
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🌟 What’s Included
• Expansive views and serene surroundings
• Incredible stargazing — no light pollution
• Room for tents, vans, and small RVs
• Wildlife sightings (elk, deer, coyotes, hawks)
• Fully off-grid: no hookups, no water, no toilet
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🚙 Know Before You Go
• Rough road access — high-clearance vehicle strongly recommended
• Located about 15 minutes from Hayden (exact directions sent after booking)
• High winds are common, especially in the afternoons — please secure your tent and gear
• Bring your own water, food, and supplies
• 4WD is suggested, especially in wet conditions
• Pack in, pack out — follow Leave No Trace principles
• We live on-site — please be mindful and respectful
• Pets are welcome, but must be kept under control (wildlife nearby)
Pets
from
$30
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Hannah
December 2025
13 ft travel trailer
Great place to stay near steamboat! Cheaper than so many other options and the host is very responsive!
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Rick
August 2025
23 ft Class C
Good place to overnight. I was confused a little when driving in but everything worked out. Road is nearby but not to noisy especially after 9 pm. We didn’t use the fire pit due to a fire ban but the pit looks good.
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Tina
July 2025
Tent
I only dropped off a U-Haul trailer to store while I explored Steamboat but the place is in a beautiful location and Taylor was great to accommodate us on short notice!
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Ashlyn
July 2025
Tent
Jami met us to make sure we didn’t get lost which was awesome and we had total privacy the whole time. The view is beautiful!
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Jim
June 2025
38 ft Class A
Like a lot of experiences - as long as you know what you’re getting into and manage your expectations, you will have a pleasant stay.
Much of the “oasis” is a work in progress as things are getting cleaned up. Currently it looks like more of a graveyard than storage area for RVs and autos. But if you can look past that you will enjoy a beautiful view of the lake, purple lupine in the foreground and snow-capped mountains in the background. The entrance and site are hard packed gravel and each site has a small concrete pad. The water line is about 300 feet out, so if there used to be docks or a marina here it was with different water levels. Even though it sits right on the highway, it was very quiet at night and we were usually gone during the day.
Good communication from the host. He’s quick to respond and was flexible when we needed to adjust our travel dates.
The biggest pro is location, location, location. Close to Grand Lake and the west entrance to RMNP. Soak in Hot Sulphur Springs 20 minutes away. Granby and the main grocery store, City Market, is 15 minutes. Lots of boating options nearby.
We look forward to seeing what it looks like the next time we pass through!
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Sherry
June 2025
16 ft car
Just right for us as we passed through the area.
Great sunset, could hear the Yampa River, and the view was nice
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Kristina
June 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Easy to find with a GREAT fireplace pit! It was nice to have a place we could bring the dogs to without worrying about other dogs around.. Thanks!
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Kenny
May 2025
Tent
With pets
Easy access, pretty view, quiet, loved not having a lot of people around us so the dogs could play. Owner was very nice and let us come a little early and provide wood for the fire. Definitely would recommend and will come back again
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Johnny
March 2025
Tent
A perfect spot to Winter Camp for an excellent weekend of skiing at Steamboat. Our host Taylor was more than accommodating and super helpful for me and the gang. An easy trip to town, in a nice quiet area with amazing open skies. Would definitely recommend to any van, truck, or rooftop tent campers.
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Lacey
February 2025
19 ft campervan
We stayed in our camper van to ski at steamboat and Taylor’s place was perfect for what we needed. About 20 minutes away from the resort. Taylor was quick to respond with any questions we had. We will definitely be back!
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9 ratings · 6 reviews
April 2021
Yes! If you are looking for quiet, clean camping with a beautiful lake, trails and plenty of room to fish, I would highly recommend Big Creek Lakes Campground!
Carmela H.
4 years on Hipcamp
April 2021
We camped at Big Creek Lakes in mid-September of 2019 and 2020. My husband was busy bow hunting elk in the Routtt NF and I was enjoying the beautiful trails on horseback. The lakes are pristine and the campground was fairly empty with maybe 1/3 of the sites in use. Here were a few fishermeni n and out. The sites have some shade and are level. Our trailer was a tight fit (35'). It tended to be windy so no fire but there are rings and tables at each site. We definitely plan to return in 2021! Only negative - the water was turned off so we had to haul lake water by the bucket to our horses in the corrals.
Carmela H.
4 years on Hipcamp
July 2017
We pulled in late at night so we didn't have a great view of what was around until the morning, and im glad for that because it was breath taking! Surrounding our tent was fields full of brightly colored wildflowers, There was a small patch of fog from the rain that happen right after we had set up our tent but it made the view in the morning that much more spectacular. The campground its self was fairly quite its has restrooms on site (no running water) and you could hear a very minimum amount of noise from the road but only if your listening for it. I highly recommend this campground if your looking to spend a few days in steamboat or even if you just want to wake up somewhere beautiful!
Cloud G.
8 years on Hipcamp
August 2016
Beautiful campground with wild flower filled meadows. Some sites have trees, others are quite plain. Numerous trails leave the campground with one moderate hike going to the top of Rabbit Ears peak. Overall, an enjoyable campground offering well spaced sites.
G S.
9 years on Hipcamp
September 2015
Seedhouse has a great location!The campground is located just outside Mt. Zirkel Wildnerness area, and only miles away from Hahn's peak! Unfortunately, due to the beetle infestation and storm, much of the landscape was effected. The campsites do not offer much privacy because of the lack of trees. The area is currently being restored. Site #'s 4, 21-24 offer the most tree coverage. We enjoyed our weekend!
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Aimee K.
10 years on Hipcamp
August 2015
Don't use a GPS. Take Hwy 13 to County Road 11. 73 and 40 are both dead-ends onto private land.
Megan M.
10 years on Hipcamp