Fishing, floating, and soaking are the main draws at Pioneer Park, a Colorado Parks & Wildlife campground set directly along the Colorado River in Hot Sulphur Springs. Campers can fish or float the river from the site itself, though reviewers note the float does not continue through the canyon. The hot springs resort is within walking distance, just across the railroad tracks. Sites are level and open, with large trees providing some shade over the grassy layout.
The railroad is worth knowing about before you arrive. Multiple reviewers mention freight trains passing every two to three hours through the night, horn and all. That noise pattern is the most consistent complaint across reviews. On the upside, the campground is well maintained, and at least one reviewer singles out the cleanliness of the facilities. Cell service is listed as available, and the campground provides drinking water, picnic tables, toilets, and ADA-accessible sites at $15 per night.
Kasy A. describes it as "great fishing, and the hot springs is walking distance," which captures the two features most reviewers mention. The campground sits inside Pioneer Park State Wildlife Area, and those exploring places to camp near Pioneer Park State Wildlife Area will find additional options in the corridor. Campers wanting a different setup can also look at Hot Sulpher Springs Campground, located just to the west.
Description
Fishing, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, wildlife viewing, disc golf course, port-a-potties, trash receptacles for campers, 14 numbered RV and tent camping sites with campfire areas and picnic table. Camping in designated sites only for $15 per night. 14 day stay allowed. Potable water is available in the Town Park behind the restrooms (closed approx. October-May). There is excellent snowshoeing, cross country skiing and hiking in the park during the winter months. Pioneer Park is dog friendly. Leash law in effect! Please clean up after your pet. Pioneer Park is owned by the Town of Hot Sulphur Springs and is managed by the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife as a State Wildlife Area. This park is a first come first serve site.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPioneer Park is located in Colorado near Hot Sulphur Springs
Public CampgroundDirections
From downtown Hot Sulphur Springs near the post office, proceed west on Grand Avenue over the bridge across the Colorado River and turn left or right into the 80-acre park. The South portion of the park is within walking distance to the hot springs resort and town restaurants, motels and shops.
Coordinates
40.07421859 N
106.10833755 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 9/4/26- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 9/4/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 9/4/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 9/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 54 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 3 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 35 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 39 min from Fort Collins, CO
