Best Tent Camping near Alamosa, CO
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Best Tent Sites Near Alamosa, CO (31)
1. Rabbit Hole Ranch
Mosca, Colorado12 Reviews•71 Photos•146 SavesCamp in the San Luis Valley below snow-capped mountains and surrounded by sage brush and cacti in this high alpine desert. Nestled between the Sangre de Cristo and San Juan Mountains at 7500’ in elevation, this dispersed campsite gives you magnificent views and a feeling of peaceful privacy.
Easy access to Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mt. Blanca, Zapata Falls, and Hooper Hot Springs.
This area is great for photography, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and solitude.
This place gets busy on holidays but we’ll find a place for you!
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
$30 - $44 / night
2. Great Sand Dunes Dispersed
Blanca, Colorado10 Reviews•51 Photos•274 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
3. The Dunefield — Great Sand Dunes National Park
Great Sand Dunes National Park And Preserve, Colorado8 Reviews•50 Photos•338 SavesExplore any part of the 30 square mile dunefield you wish; there are no designated trails in the sand. A dunes-accessible wheelchair is available for free loan at the Visitor Center. Summer air temperatures are pleasant at this high elevation, but during afternoon hours the sand surface can reach 150F degrees, and dangerous thunderstorms can develop. Plan to hike the dunes in early morning or evening to avoid heat exhaustion, burned feet, or fatal lightning strikes.
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Market
- Firewood Available
5. Sanchez Stabilization Reservoir
San Luis, Colorado2 Reviews•17 Photos•17 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
6. The Chicken Ranch
Antonito, Colorado1 Review•38 Photos•6 SavesLocated in Southern Colorado (not Nevada) in the beautiful San Luis Valley is a 40-acre homestead open for camping and glamping. We are a primitive campground. Flat RV and camper spots with 360 views. Just turn your lawn chair! All RV's and pull behinds must be self-contained. We are not offering hook-ups at this time.
Do you love animals? Well, so do we! There are horses, goats, a cow, rescue dogs and of course chickens living on the ranch. All of our farm animals are friendly and we are happy to schedule time for the kids (includes adult children) to pet and give treats. Fresh eggs will be available to purchase as long as the girls are keeping up. Potluck cookouts every Friday night are sure to provide some great memories and you might even meet a new friend or two!
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Glamping
- Showers
- Toilets
7. Dispersed Sand Area 1
Crestone, Colorado3 Reviews•5 Photos•83 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
9. Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge
Moffat, Colorado3 Reviews•3 Photos•23 SavesEach campsite is 5-10 acres. Miles of running trails and an outdoor gym are available to guests. Each campground is equipped with a fire pit, log benches, charcoal grill, and hammock posts. Tents, sleeping bags, hammocks, And more are available to rent by reservation. Spectacular 7600 ft 360-degree high desert views.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
10. Ventana Arch Dispersed Camp
Del Norte, Colorado1 Review•11 Photos•3 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
Recent Tent Reviews in Alamosa
581 Reviews of 31 Alamosa Campgrounds
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Margo L.
Scout
Sand Dunes Recreation
Great stop otw to Great Sand Dunes
Everything was as described. They are open during the winter. The showers were hot and clean! Lovely views to wake up too!
Paulina B.
Ranger
The Dunefield — Great Sand Dunes National Park
Wild and Untamed
Backcountry dispersed camping in Great Sand Dunes National Park offers an unforgettable and truly unique wilderness experience. If you’re seeking solitude and raw, untamed landscapes, this is the perfect spot to pitch your tent. With no designated sites, you have the freedom to find your ideal spot beyond the busy dunes and under an expansive star-filled sky.
The journey begins with a hike deep into the park’s rugged terrain, where you’re surrounded by towering sand dunes, alpine forests, and sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The lack of light pollution makes stargazing an absolute highlight—this is one of the best places to witness the Milky Way.
Keep in mind, this is true backcountry camping: no facilities, no water sources, and you must pack out all waste. Permits are required, so be sure to plan ahead. The environment can be challenging, with extreme temperature swings and strong winds that shift the sand beneath your feet. Good preparation and Leave No Trace practices are a must.
The rewards are well worth the effort. From sunrise hikes to the serene sound of nothing but wind across the dunes, this camping experience immerses you in nature’s raw beauty like few others can. It’s an adventure you’ll carry with you long after you’ve left the dunes behind.
Highly recommend skipping the tent and sleeping under the stars!
sportzfytv A.Scout
Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge
Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge
The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge offers a unique blend of outdoor activities and relaxation, making it an ideal getaway for sports enthusiasts. With its expansive facilities, it perfectly complements Sportzfy TV's mission to promote active lifestyles and engage audiences in diverse sporting events. Whether you’re looking to train or unwind, this destination provides an excellent backdrop for fitness and recreation. For More: https://www.sportzfytvapks.com/
- sportzfytv A.Scout
Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge
Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge
The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge offers a unique blend of outdoor activities and relaxation, making it an ideal getaway for sports enthusiasts. With its expansive facilities, it perfectly complements Sportzfy TV's mission to promote active lifestyles and engage audiences in diverse sporting events. Whether you’re looking to train or unwind, this destination provides an excellent backdrop for fitness and recreation. For More: https://www.sportzfytvapks.com/
Rick T.
Traveler
Beaver Creek Site 4
Nice
This spot is pretty open with room for a small rv or tent camping. Area Code It's a short drive up to Poage Lake at the top of the mountain and also a short drive to Beaver Creek Reservoir down the mountain.
- CCaitlin C.Traveler
BLM Mt. Blanca Rd. Dispersed
Great Spot
Was able to find a really nice open spot with amazing views of the mountains. Was big and spacious enough for me and my friend to camp in our vans. No one around for miles!
Grace R.Scout
BLM Near Great Sand Dunes Hwy 150
Not accessible
Gated off. Not accessible
- JJason R.
Guide
Elk Creek Trail
spacious creekside hiking area
Parked on edge of flat in trees close to creek. Nice ambient noise. Fire rings, metal and stone. Plenty of room. Two vault toilets were clean plenty if TP. Lots of trails, bridge over creek, lakes are near by foot.
Angela E.Traveler
Cotton Creek Trailhead
Beautiful and peaceful 💚
The sky is GORGEOUS. The road is very rocky & very rough, so you'll want to have decent clearance and be prepared to take it slow. I've never seen so many stars!
- JJuliana R.Traveler
Pinon Flats Campground — Great Sand Dunes National Park
Perfect spot for exploring the dunes
Close proximity to the dunes, allows you to access at night and throughout the day to experience the range of landscapes the park provides.
The camp site has flushing toilets and drinking water.
Would highly recommend if you can snag a site.
DL M.
Legend
Mountainside 4WD High-Clearance Dispersed Campsites
Tree sheltered sites along
I walked up the road about three miles on the way to the lake because the beginning of the road was way to rough for my van with large rocks about 6 inch diameter. There were lots of people disperse camping on the hilside above Como Road.
- Mark B.Guide
Pass Creek
Over night sleep stop.
Stop here just for and sleep stop overnight. Road is well maintained. Several places to pull off the side of the road or actual sites too. We have a 35' 5th wheel and had no problems menivering the area. Nice lake with a parking lot at the end the turn around at if you wish to take the road all the way to the end.
- PPeterScout
Wild Cherry Creek Trailhead
Blocked off by private gate
Couldn’t get to trail head due to private gate blocking the road.
- pp M.Scout
Joyful Journey Hot Springs
Costs a lot more than listed
We were charged $170 for a site in the middle of a gravel parking lot. It included dinner, breakfast and use of the hot springs. The WiFi didn’t reach us, but worked in the buffet style cafeteria-like dining area. Way overpriced for the experience!
Kevin M.ScoutBLM Near Great Sand Dunes Hwy 150
Area Gated; No Access
Locked gate at indicated entry point.
Brittany R.GuidePinon Flats Campground — Great Sand Dunes National Park
Great spot!
Beautiful views of the dunes and the mountains! Bathrooms were super clean and convenient. Highly recommend!
- LLorene N.Guide
Zapata Falls Campground
Beautiful views
So close to Sand Dunes and just beautiful with a waterfall. Loved it
- JJasonLegend
Zapata Falls Campground
Labor day mountain camping
Nice campsite. Bathrooms were locked and no host on site today maybe due to holiday. Plenty of hiking nearby. Hike to the falls is short and worth it. You can also hike further up to the lake.
- JJasonLegend
Sacred White Shell Dispersed Camping
Peaceful BLM camping
Very easy access to several spots in the area. Can hike up the mountain.
Shana D.Legend
Great Sand Dunes Oasis
Great Location
We booked here last minute on a holiday weekend and we were thankful they had a spot for us! The campground parking area is just that. It’s a place to park for the night, with full hook ups. No wifi. The location can’t be beat! Views are incredible! The bath house was clean. There is a store and restaurant in property. They also have cabins to rent. . My only complaint…this is a dark sky area with expansive views of the sky and the opportunity to see the Milky Way. This is not something g I get to see at home! However, all the giant campers had their bright lights on at night and it really messed with viewing of the sky. I wish there was a rule of no outside lights at night. It’s unnecessary! If you are one of those people that leave your lights on when you go in for the night, please reconsider!
Lisa M.RangerGreat Sand Dunes Oasis
Close to the park but basic campsites
We spent one night here so we could go to the park. Nice enough campground with level spaces and full hook ups. We paid $54. Area also has cabins and a lodge as well as a store with a little restaurant. The showers were amazing at this place. Nice hot copious amounts of water and very clean. About 4 miles from the park entrance. Sandunes were pretty cool, but unless you want to hike to the very top of them, you could easily only spend two hours at the most here. 
W D.TravelerWild Cherry Creek Trailhead
Quiet camping and stars
Several good spots with fire pits right near the trailhead. A few bugs in late August but nothing terrible. Very quiet except for the sound of the rushing creek. Verizon cell service was between 1 and 3 bars LTE depending on your line of sight to the tower. Road in is rougher towards the end but definitely doable in any SUV
AllenScoutBeaver Creek Site 4
Cliff high exposure
No water sources within walking distance. The lake is aways away. It's a pull off on the dirt road that's big enough to fit a small camper on the side of a cliff with high exposure. No cover for thunderstorms.
- AAshley W.Traveler
Great Sand Dunes Dispersed
Good spot if you get there early
There’s plenty of spots off the main road, but seems like you need to get there early. We showed up around 6 pm. The road does get pretty rough eventually, and we didn’t trust our minivan going through the “unmaintained” section, we turned around and were able to find a connecting side road that had plenty of open space out there. When entering the road initially, the side road would be about half way up to your left. Pretty close to Great Sand Dunes National Park, so we were happy with this location! Nice mountain view.
cali N.GuideZapata Falls Campground
the most incredible place
i had an amazing time here. my site was great, so clean with a breathtaking view, clean bathrooms close by, and a bear locker! there is so much to do and the falls were insane. if you go past the trail and into the water to the cave, you can see the falls and feel the mist on your face. i am coming back next year FOR SURE. oh, and the camp host was very kind and friendly, truly a big help!!
Erika L.Guide
Dispersed Sand Area 1
Door and peaceful
Loved hearing the creek roaring in the background and feeling the sun on my skin surrounded by cactus - an I in Texas!?
Will H.Guide
Ventana Arch Dispersed Camp
Dog weekend
Overnight with One of my dogs had a great time very nice no bugs dark night
Guide to Alamosa
Tent camping near Alamosa, Colorado offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures, making it a perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts.
Tips for tent camping near Alamosa
- Arrive early to secure a good spot, especially during busy weekends, as campgrounds like Great Sand Dunes Dispersed can fill up quickly.
- Be prepared for varying conditions; some areas may lack amenities like toilets and trash disposal, as noted by visitors at Sacred White Shell Mountain Campground.
- Bring earplugs if you're sensitive to noise, as some campgrounds, such as Sanchez Stabilization Reservoir, can be near busy roads.
Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $25
- Camping at Great Sand Dunes Dispersed is free, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious campers.
- For a more structured experience, Rabbit Hole Ranch offers sites for around $25, providing amenities like firewood and toilets.
- If you're looking for a unique stay, The Chicken Ranch features various accommodations, with tent sites available for a fee.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- Campers at Rabbit Hole Ranch enjoy features like firewood for sale and pet-friendly policies, enhancing their outdoor experience.
- The Great Sand Dunes Dispersed area allows campfires, perfect for cozy evenings under the stars.
- Visitors to Sanchez Stabilization Reservoir appreciate the clean washrooms and picnic tables, making it a comfortable spot for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Alamosa, CO?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Alamosa, CO is Rabbit Hole Ranch with a 4.8-star rating from 12 reviews.
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