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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

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Location

Arkansas River Rim Campground is located in Colorado

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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

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Good

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

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7 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 5, 2023

Great stay

Very convenient off the highway, but then you get highway noise. Clean campground, very nice owner. We didn’t used the facilities so I can’t speak for that. Very fair price for FHU space with tree and picnic table ($43 after tax).

Site19
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Aug. 30, 2021

Love it will definitely come back

Pretty great campsite, the owner is awesome, a few miles outside of town. Wifi, showers, bathrooms, laundry. Off a main road, but Arkansas River is right behind and you can walk down to it from the campground.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 3, 2021

Awesome place

Got lucky & reserved a spot here for two nights. Friendly host. Firewood was available to purchase. There’s restrooms, showers, and phone service! Also there’s a path that leads to the river. Would recommend & stay at this place again!

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Kanaan H., July 3, 2021
Reviewed Apr. 21, 2021

Clean and simple

This is our home away from home. Just a couple of hours from Denver it becomes our weekend getaway destination. Jeff runs a great campground right on the Arkansas River. He keeps it clean and doesn't take any crap from anyone. Pricing is fair and the location is perfect. Just a couple miles out of town it's nice and dark. Only downside is the highway, you're only a few feet from 65 mph traffic.

Site9
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Adam P., April 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Adam P., April 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Adam P., April 21, 2021
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Reviewed Sep. 29, 2020

Good stopover

Proved to be a good stop over on our way to Black Canyon. The managers are extremely friendly, efficient and helpful. The campsites are close together but have some nice trees around them. So nice that you can walk to the river from the campground. People are panning for gold nearby. Bathrooms and showers are convenient/old, in need of upgrade. Nearby Buena Vista is a nice small town with lots of restaurants and shops. FHU 

  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Sue B., September 29, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 16, 2019

No frills clean camping

We came up to ride the trails around Buena Vista and stayed here. The rates were fair and the campground was immaculately kept. The staff was friendly. You will need to ask if sites are available with trees that will accommodate your setup. There is a nice path down to the river . We enjoyed our stay at this quiet campground. I would stay here again.

  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Pepper I., September 16, 2019
  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Pepper I., September 16, 2019
  • Review photo of Arkansas River Rim Campground by Pepper I., September 16, 2019
Reviewed Jun. 10, 2019

Great Campground !

We enjoyed our stay here very much! Jeff has the place in fantastic shape and is very accommodating. There are very nice full hook-up sites as well as beautiful tent sites here. Bathroom and showers are spotless, too. And, rates are very reasonable!

We are Colorado folks and know where to find great campgrounds. We always enjoy Arkansas Rim and highly recommend it!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Arkansas River Rim Campground?

    Camping at Arkansas River Rim Campground can cost between $28.00 and $60.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Arkansas River Rim Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Arkansas River Rim Campground has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Arkansas River Rim Campground?

    Arkansas River Rim Campground allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Arkansas River Rim Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Arkansas River Rim Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Arkansas River Rim Campground have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Arkansas River Rim Campground does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Arkansas River Rim Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is good.