Lathrop State Park, Colorado's first state park, holds Yucca Campground on the western edge of Walsenburg, where sites are spread across open terrain with sightlines toward the Spanish Peaks to the southwest. The campground runs year-round and accommodates both tents and RVs up to 50 feet, with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer available. Sites are spaced generously, though finding a flat tent pad can take some effort, and wind is a recurring factor, particularly at night. Campers close to the highway have noted road noise as a real consideration when choosing a site.
Water access is a draw here. Martin Lake sits within walking distance of the campground and supports fishing, swimming, and non-motorized and motorized watercraft. The Hogback Trail and additional hiking routes run through the park. A swim beach is available during warmer months. Electric hookup sites fill fast, so booking early matters if that's a priority.
Facilities at Yucca are basic. The campground has vault toilets rather than flush restrooms; showers are located at the adjacent Lathrop State Park Campground in the Pinon area and require a fee. Bethany S. notes the pit toilet is "basically clean and without odor," though the units are low-profile. Site fees start at $28 plus a $9 park entrance fee. Those planning a longer stay or comparing options can browse places to camp near Walsenburg to see what else is in the area. Reserve early for summer weekends, and bring tent stakes rated for wind.
Description
Camping opportunities abound at Lathrop. Lathrop’s two campgrounds have 103 sites that can accommodate motor homes, trailers and tents, and offer either a basic or improved camping experience. Improved Sites provide 20/30/50 amp electricity at the site, but do not provide water or sewer hookups. Piñon Campground is ideal for large camping units. Click the "Fees" link on the left side of this page for campsite prices.
Winter camping is available.
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There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Please use www.cpwshop.com to make, cancel, or change reservations or make any license, pass, or retail purchases. ReserveAmerica.com has limited functionality for CPW customers. **No-show policy:** If you are unable to occupy your site on the first day of your reservation, please call the park office in order to notify park staff. Otherwise, your reservation will be considered a "no-show" and your site may be resold. "No-show" reservations are ineligible for a refund for those nights or days passed and the fees for any nights or days passed will be retained.
Colorado weather can be unpredictable: be prepared for a variety of weather conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures, wind, rain, and snow (even in the summer). CPW does not grant exceptions to the refund policy for weather conditions.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsYucca Campground is located in Colorado near Walsenburg
Directions
Three miles west of Walsenburg on Hwy 160, on the north side of the road.
Address
70 County Road 502
Walsenburg, CO 81089
Coordinates
37.605931748995815 N
104.82629414795552 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 49 min from Pueblo, CO
- 1 hr 28 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 21 min from Denver, CO
- 3 hrs 15 min from Santa Fe, NM
