Established Camping
Arkansas River Rim Campground
Arkansas River Rim Campground, near Buena Vista, Colorado, is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a few comforts. This place has a friendly vibe, thanks to the owner who keeps everything in tip-top shape, making it a favorite among campers.
The campground offers full hook-up sites and tent spots, all set against the backdrop of the Arkansas River, which is just a short walk away. Visitors have mentioned the clean facilities, including restrooms and showers, and the convenience of having firewood available for purchase. As one camper put it, “Jeff runs a great campground right on the Arkansas River.”
If you’re up for some adventure, you can stroll down to the river or explore the nearby trails. The campground is also just a few miles from Buena Vista, where you can find local restaurants and shops to check out. While the highway is nearby, many campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere once you settle in for the night.
Some folks have noted that the sites are close together, but the trees provide a nice touch of privacy. Whether you’re here for a weekend escape or a longer stay, Arkansas River Rim Campground has the essentials for a comfortable camping experience.
Description
The Arkansas River Rim Campground and RV Park is nestled along the Arkansas River in Colorado's "Banana Belt of the Rockies", the only park in the upper Arkansas River Valley that sets adjacent to the Arkansas River.
Looking for a spectacular campsite with full ammenities? Well Look no further! Whether you are a tent or hammock camper, Arkansas River Rim Campground will have the perfect spot for you. All of our camp sites feature a picnic table as well as a fire pit, so groups large or small will have no trouble roasting marshmellows around the fire or eating dinner together at the table. All of the campsites are backed against the forest, giving a more natural atmosphere, as well as giving you a chance to see plenty of cute chipmunks, cotton tails, and humming birds.
The Arkansas River Rim Campground and RV Park boasts a variety of amenities to make your stay comfortable, enjoyable and efficient. This quiet, family owned and operated park promotes our small town atmosphere where good folks come to enjoy Colorado and return year after year to enjoy good friends. This quiet park offers amenities that include:
Internet Friendly - WiFi
River access: kayaking, fishing, gold panning, ect
Deluxe, shaded pull thru sites with full hook-ups
BIG RIG Friendly - Easy access, easy parking
Camper Cabin overlooking Arkansas River
Shaded Tent Sites
Large group site
Clean, remodeled restrooms and laundry facilities
20/30/50 amp service
Bagged ice and Firewood bundles available
Incredible Views of the Collegiate Peak Range, Colorado's most concentrated occurrence of 14'ers
Deluxe dump station
RV storage available
Camper Cabin
Cabin sleeps 2 people on queen size bed. This is a beautiful, knotty pine 'primitive' cabin overlooking the Arkansas River. No electric or water. Price includes use of bath house and all other park facilities.
Tent Sites:
Rates are for 2 people and includes showers. You may add people for $5 per person per day.
Fee Info
Peak Season: April 1 - Sept 30
Showers/person (non-guest): $5.00
Dump Station (non-guest): $20.00
Off-Peak Season: October 1 - March 31
Showers/person (non-guest): CLOSED
Dump Station (non-guest): $20.00
Reservation Info
If you would like to reserve a campsite please call, write, or email us at:
Arkansas River Rim Campground & RV Park
33198 Highway 24 North
Buena Vista, Colorado 81211
Phone: 719-395-8883
Email: rvpark@arkriverrim.com
Please provide the following information:
Name
Address, Phone Number and/or Email
Arrival and Departure Dates
Site Needs (length of unit, # of slides, pull-through, 30 or 50 amp electric, dinghy, etc)
Location Preference
Location
Arkansas River Rim Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
From jct US 24 & US 285: Go 4-1/2 mi N on US 24.
Address
33198 US Highway 24 N
Buena Vista, CO 81211
Coordinates
38.89966087 N
106.17310075 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 55 min from Colorado Springs
- 2 hrs 8 min from Pueblo
- 2 hrs 15 min from Denver
- 2 hrs 25 min from Boulder
