Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground, near Poncha Springs, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. With a variety of accommodations, including tent sites, RV spots, and even cabins, it caters to all kinds of campers. 

The park is known for its stunning views and the soothing sound of the nearby river, which many visitors rave about. You’ll find clean facilities, including showers and a laundry area, making it easy to unwind after a day of adventure. One camper noted, “You can hear the river running almost everywhere in the park,” which adds to the serene atmosphere.

For those who enjoy fishing, the South Arkansas River is right at your doorstep, offering opportunities to catch some browns and rainbows. The campground also features a well-stocked camp store and a community area that hosts occasional concerts, making it a lively place to connect with fellow campers. As one visitor put it, “The stars are amazing here,” so don’t forget to look up at night.

While the campground is conveniently located near a highway, most guests found the noise to be minimal, allowing for a peaceful stay. Whether you’re passing through or planning a longer visit, Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground is a solid choice for a memorable camping experience.

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP!!! **Over 90 5-Star Google Reviews Since Reopening!!!** Nestled in a small valley in the San Isabel National Forest along the south fork of the Arkansas River, **Monarch Spur RV Park and Campground** is at 8,620 feet above sea level – literally in the Heart of the Rockies.

Our friendly staff is ready to do everything to make your stay as fun-filled and comfortable as possible. We offer free Wi-Fi access, clean laundry and shower facilities, and a camp store with last-minute supplies and snacks. Our RV guests can enjoy 60-foot+, pull-thru sites with full hook-ups, including 20, 30 and 50 amps of power. We have tent campsites with the south fork of the Arkansas river close by. We have fully furnished cabins and travel trailers for rent.



Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground

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High altitude means cool to cold nights. Gorgeous area and park!

High altitude

Stayed here while thru hiking the colorado trail, what a wonderful time! Salida is a quick drive away and the trail is only a mile up the road. Staff was incredible and store well stocked. Taking covid seriously too! Thanks Monarch!

Colorado trail must stay!

This park (which comes up quickly on the stream side of US-50, eastbound or westbound), is historically located on a former 180-degree turn of the old narrow-gauge railroad. It is right on the S. Arkansas, which has browns and rainbows for skilled and licensed anglers. Pull-throughs &amp; back-ins are generously spaced with ample shade. Full hookups, but weak &amp; limited wifi, though adequate for email &amp; non-streaming. Restrooms/showers/laundry very clean &amp; well-kept. Good showers, but the timer-controlled lights may leave you in darkness while you're in there (not saying how I know this). BONUS INFO FOR TENT CAMPERS: Ask about the tent sites all the way down by the old powerplant pond. Absolutely idyllic. About 20 mins. to Salida, 50 min. or so to Buena Vista.

Great people, excellent park!

I want to say a bit about this campground. It’s the best we’ve stayed at in a long while. A new family just took over and this is their first summer. It has everything. Full hookups to tent camping. Full hookup sites are a bit tight but fine. It’s at over 8000 feet and the views are amazing. We can see snow. They have a nice camp store, WiFi that works, golf cart rental, a playground, kids games, a community area (even host occasional concerts) fishing, and a river running through. On site laundry and very clean bathhouse. It’s near a highway but we never found the road noise a problem. Didn’t even notice except an occasional truck using Jake brakes. It all but stopped at night.

Owners are super nice and helpful. And we even saw a moose. The stars are amazing here BTW.

The kids didn’t want to go anywhere they were happy just to hang out here at the campground.

Almost perfect 

Really enjoyed staying at this park, site was incredibly long but a bit skinny but did the trick. You can hear the river running almost everywhere in the park

Met great folks there, staff was very nice too. 

Great smaller RV park

This is a wonderfully kept campground.
I stayed in number 4, it was great , secluded, and right on the river.
Also has showers and a small store.
Owners are wonderful people.

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