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    Horseback riders near Alma, Colorado have limited options for designated equestrian camping. None of the campgrounds in the area explicitly advertise horse corrals or dedicated equestrian facilities according to available data. Lodgepole Campground near Jefferson offers spacious sites that can accommodate trailers, with direct access to the Colorado Trail for riding opportunities. While not specifically equipped with horse corrals, the campground's location provides strategic access to multiple trail systems popular with riders. The campground features drinking water, toilet facilities, and sites that can handle larger vehicles necessary for horse transport.

    The Colorado Trail accessible from Kenosha Pass Campground provides excellent riding terrain through aspen forests and mountain meadows. Located approximately 20 miles from Alma, this area offers both established camping and nearby dispersed camping options that may better accommodate horses and trailers. Forest Service roads in the region allow for exploration of additional riding routes. Most camping areas maintain a pack-in, pack-out policy for manure management, as dedicated equestrian waste facilities are not provided. Sites along forest service roads often provide more space for horse trailers than the designated campgrounds. The trail system connects to a network of routes suitable for day rides of varying difficulty levels.

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      1. Lakeview Campground

      4.7(21)20mi from Alma72 sitesRVs, Tents

      "The campground’s location on the hillside allows for an excellent view of Twin Lakes and the surrounding mountains. Also close to the South Mt Elbert and Colorado Trail for easy hiking."

      "high altitude. no showers, so come prepared. the camp manager is very helpful and gave us great tips for the mountain hike. it is some distance from the trailhead (although there is a trail from the campsite"

      from $30 / night

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      2. Clear Creek Reservoir

      4.3(19)22mi from AlmaRVs, Tents

      "This is exactly what we were looking for in Colorado, thanks to the previous reviewer we found it by dumb luck! Primitive camping at its finest. Absolutely stunning views."

      "We were able to find dispersed camping if you keep driving down the road past the private ranch. There was a fire pit, shade, and a short walk to the river. Super dusty though."

      3. Kenosha Pass Campground

      4.1(13)19mi from Alma25 sitesRVs, Tents

      "This was a great stay, conveniently located just down 285 for a short get away during the work week.  We stayed for 3 days and during that time there were only a few other campers here."

      "Super easy access for a quick trip to hit the Colorado Trail. We stayed in sight 22, and realized the map on the reservation system was a bit skewed as it is very close to the bathrooms."

      from $28 / night

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      4. Twin Lakes Dispersed Camping - Site 2 West

      4.8(13)21mi from AlmaTents

      "The Colorado trail/CDT passes close by and was a great evening hike from our camp. We ended up leaving around 9pm because there were 3-4 campfires around us, one super smoky and we have a baby."

      "Great spot to camp, saw hikers off in the distance a few times but overall all to myself. This site definitely requires high clearance! There were quite a few campsites nearby which were taken."

      5. Lodgepole - Jefferson

      3.3(6)15mi from Alma34 sitesRVs, Tents

      "The Lodgepole and all of the Jefferson campgrounds provide great access to the Colorado trail. I’ve camped here several times, but be sure to catch it in the fall! The colors are amazing."

      "Wr loved the easy access to the Colorado Trail as well. The negatives were that we were not expecting so many generators to be running while we were there."

      from $24 / night

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      6. Guanella Pass

      4.3(19)29mi from Alma18 sitesRVs, Tents

      "There are 4 sites that are down by the creek in the trees that are walk-in only but have the most space between them and are right on the creek. They are my favorite spots on site."

      "Close hikes near by including one of Colorado’s 14ers."

      from $26 / night

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      7. Kirby Gulch

      4.2(9)25mi from AlmaRVs, Tents

      "About 15-20 of us camped at this site (#19) the weekend after the 4th of July, and it was an incredible, mostly private location."

      "When you pull in off the main road, the road turns into a washboard and you drive up into a meadow with multiple sites for RV’s and tents.  The sites surround the outside of the meadow."

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      8. North Cottonwood Trailhead Dispersed Camping

      4.8(9)31mi from AlmaTents

      "Bare bones but beautiful camping opportunity conveniently located near the trailhead to the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Area in Colorado Campground Review:

      Needing a spot to serve as a staging area"

      "A lot of spots the further up you drive towards trailhead. Found a spot right next to the creek with room for several cars and framed in by trees. Sounds of water is awesome."

      9. Browns Creek

      4.5(23)40mi from AlmaRVs, Tents

      "Dispersed camping up at the lake. I say anything next to water is a bonus! For Night 1 we hiked in stayed somewhere off the trail, at what seemed like a horse camp stop."

      "The hiking is good with several trailheads and easy access to the Colorado Trail."

      10. Halfmoon Packing & Outfitting, LLC

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Alma, CO

    234 Reviews of 23 Alma Campgrounds

    • Daniel S.
      Sep. 29, 2020

      South Fork Rustic Campground

      Rustic and Scenic Campground Located in the White River National Forest

      This is a bare bones remote campground with assigned sites and vault toilets. There is no potable water on site, so bring plenty of water for your stay. The 18 sites are on a first come basis and can't be reserved.

      I don't own horses, but have seen some in the area so it is equestrian friendly. The campground is located in a canyon with high cliffs and there are several hiking and backpacking trails that branch off from the campground. The south fork of the white river runs through the campground affording good fly fishing.

      While you can get to the campground in a standard automobile the gravel road is rutted in places as you get close to the campground and can become dicey in heavy rain or snow for the last mile or two. 

      I have been there numerous times as early as July and as late as September when snow can be expected.

    • Madeline H.
      Jun. 13, 2018

      Browns Creek

      Quiet and Peaceful

      Dispersed camping up at the lake. I say anything next to water is a bonus!

      For Night 1 we hiked in stayed somewhere off the trail, at what seemed like a horse camp stop. Night 2 we stayed up at the lake campground. Got there early afternoon and was able to claim a prime spot. There is not much access to the water, so those spots get taken up rather quickly.

      Great views, awesome sunrise.

    • Oakley C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 2, 2026

      Raspberry Gulch Dispersed Site

      Among the ponderosas

      Large well-spaced sites within a short driving distance to BV. Great access to the colorado trail. Portable toilets available at the intersection of 270 and 272 (the road leading to browns creek trailhead).  Minimal wash boarding as of May 2026.

    • Alex H.
      Aug. 9, 2018

      Lakeview Campground

      Great campground near Twin Lakes

      Finally checked out this campground and will definitely return. The campground’s location on the hillside allows for an excellent view of Twin Lakes and the surrounding mountains. Also close to the South Mt Elbert and Colorado Trail for easy hiking. Basic amenities (toilets, drinking water, trash, etc.) and no showers.

    • Steph A.
      Jul. 12, 2018

      Lodgepole - Jefferson

      Close to everything!

      The Lodgepole and all of the Jefferson campgrounds provide great access to the Colorado trail. I’ve camped here several times, but be sure to catch it in the fall! The colors are amazing. Just a short drive to Jefferson Lake, or you can hop on the Colorado trail just across the road. Not the most secluded sites, but plenty of trees and shade to feel private enough.

    • S
      Jun. 11, 2025

      Kenosha Pass Campground

      Great experience, conveniently located by Colorado Trail

      This was a great stay, conveniently located just down 285 for a short get away during the work week.  We stayed for 3 days and during that time there were only a few other campers here. All of the sites are surrounded by trees, there is quite a bit of shade, and  even though it is very close to 285 I thought the road noise was pretty minimal.  The campground is very clean, the camp sites were nicely spaced out, the vaulted toilets were very clean, even though we had brought plenty of water there is a water pump (we did not use it so can't speak to it), and having a trash dumpster on the grounds was convenient.  The camp host, Dan, was very nice and we saw him on multiple days so it's nice to know there is someone around day or night.  The trailhead for section 6 of the Colorado Trail is right next to the campgrounds so we checked out a portion while we were here and loved it.  There is no Verizon service anywhere on the campgrounds

    • Hayley K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 22, 2021

      Guanella Pass

      Favorite Campground on the Pass

      I absolutely love this campground. There are two loops on either side of the main road and I recommend the one by the creek. There are 4 sites that are down by the creek in the trees that are walk-in only but have the most space between them and are right on the creek. They are my favorite spots on site.

      There are pit toilets available that are well maintained and there is water access. There is also a dumpster for trash. This site is better for large rigs too. There are multiple sites where you can easily back right in.

      It is really quiet at night and the creek gives off a beautiful white noise for those that are close to it. This campground is very busy during the weekends in Colorado but you can most likely find a spot any day during the week.

      This area is an absolutely gorgeous forest setting and is totally what you might have imagined for a Colorado camping experience. Easy access to the Bierstadt trail if you are a 14er hiker and a really fun road bike route up and down Guanella Pass. You are also less than 20 mins from Georgetown so it is also a good spot for you to have a basecamp.

    • D
      Dec. 11, 2020

      Sugarloaf Campground

      Small, Quite Campground at the End of the Road

      Located in the Arapaho National Forest, Sugarloaf is a small campground found on the Williams Fork of the Colorado River. The valley was once heavily forested but is much more open these days.

      Cleared of timber a few years back due to Pine Beetle infestation, the campground is spartan with little shade or site separation. It's at the end of a dead end road making road noise minimal. The good news is that it's uncrowded and easy to secure a first come, first served site, and the trees are growing back.

      There are 11 spaces many of which will accommodate RVs (we were able to fit our 30' class C), most will fit small travel trailers/pop-up campers, and all have space for tents. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring with a horse shoe pit located in the middle of the campground. There is a pit toilet and water well though the well has not been functional for some time. Trash dumpsters are on site, and water is available at South Fork campground a short distance away. While amenities are limited, activities are plentiful.

      Fishing on the Williams fork is fair to good for Brook Trout with the occasional Brown Trout being caught. Pressure is generally light upstream from Sugarloaf and a bit more congested downstream where the stream is slightly larger. Once you're tired of fishing, there are numerous hiking trails to be explored.

      Leaving from the the immediate area are the Darling Creek trail, the South Fork trail, the Kinney Creek trail and 4x4 road, the Ute Peak trail, and further north, the Williams Peak trail. There are also multiple Geocaches located nearby. Best bet here is to purchase a trail guide for more specifics on the area. Be sure to check with the Hot Sulphur Springs Ranger district as fires have damaged or closed many locations.

      If you're looking for a laid back peaceful camping experience, Sugarloaf may just be the place for you!

    • D
      Dec. 11, 2020

      South Fork Rustic Campground

      Camping Like it Used to Be

      South Fork is located in the Arapaho National Forest and administered by the Sulphur Ranger District. Situated on the banks of the South Fork of the Williams Fork of the Colorado River, this campground reminds me of days gone by when reservations were not a "thing".

      Southfork is a first come, first served campground with 21 sites. While there is generally a resident Host, the lightly used campground has the feel of what campgrounds were like 50 years ago. Individual sites are mostly flat. All sites have picnic tables, fire rings, and tent pads. All will fit tents, most will accommodate travel trailers, and some will allow 5th wheels/large RVs well over 40' (some spurs are 50'). There is also a group site that fronts the creek which is available by reservation. There are two well maintained pit toilets and two functioning hand crank water wells available. For equestrians, there is a small corral on the south end of the campground though I've never seen it in use. Like the Sugarloaf campground, Southfork was cleared of trees a number of years ago.

      When I first camped at Southfork some 8 years ago, the sites in the center were all open with small seedling Lodge pole pines beginning to take root. Spruce trees along the creek were not cleared and are very large making for nice shady sites (these are the most popular and always fill fast). Today, the seedlings have grown quite fast and are in the range of 5-7 feet tall providing a nice screen between the formerly open sites. Note that this is not always the most quite campground as there is a tramway that connects the Henderson Mine with it's Mill located off the Ute pass road. When the tram is running, it creates a fair amount of background noise. While I have no problem just hanging out at the campground, there are many other activities available in the area.

      For those with a restless spirit of adventure, trout fishing, hiking, and Geocaching are available in the Southfork area. If you are interested in more detail, check out the review of Sugarloaf campground located just to the south.

      Due to a lack of amenities, Southfork may not be for everyone but if you're looking for a campground that has the spirit of bygone days, this place is well worth a look.

    Guide to Alma

    Equestrian camping near Alma, Colorado offers access to rugged mountain terrain at elevations above 9,000 feet. The surrounding Pike and San Isabel National Forests contain numerous trail systems where riders can explore dense pine forests and alpine meadows. Temperatures can fluctuate dramatically, dropping into the 30s even during summer nights.

    What to do

    Creek access for horses: At Clear Creek Reservoir, riders will find several sites with enough room for trailers near water sources. "As you turn down the reservoir road, keep going 7 miles down the road for dispersed camping. Super awesome and spacious sites! We got one right by the creek it was great!" notes Erin.

    Mountain trail rides: The area around Twin Lakes Dispersed Camping provides direct access to mountain trails suitable for day rides. "If you have a 4x4 vehicle and can make your way toward the trailhead for south Mt Elbert, there are some amazing spots. A few spots allow you to pull off and set up a tent with great views," explains Brielle E.

    Wilderness loop options: Many trail systems connect, allowing for varied ride durations. "We hiked the trail to Kroenke Lake in the morning. Great spot!!" reports Kelsie S. from North Cottonwood Trailhead, where riders can find multiple trail access points along the creek.

    What campers like

    Spacious trailer setups: Lodgepole Campground offers larger sites that accommodate horse trailers. "The spots are spaced well on the outside portion of the loop. On the inside of the loop they are closer together and mostly tent only spaces. Trailer sites are small for sure- I wouldn't trust anything over 29ish feet in here," advises Sarah F.

    Water proximity: The sound of running water is a consistent highlight. "The sites surround the outside of the meadow. As you head into the loop you will get more tree cover and creek access from the sites on the left. The road heads back to open up to a few more secluded spots right on the creek," notes Hayley K. about Browns Creek.

    Fall foliage views: Seasonal color changes enhance trail riding. "We had a blast with this spot, arrived late at night and woke up inside an aspen grove. There is a lot of hiking trails and some cool spots to visit down by the lakes," shares Dwight R., who visited Twin Lakes Dispersed Camping during late September.

    What you should know

    Road conditions for trailers: Some access roads require caution with horse trailers. "The dirt road on the way in 2.5-3.5miles is BUMPY. Really not a big deal unless you have a travel trailer, which we did- it was some slowwww going for a while," warns Sarah F. about Lodgepole.

    Site availability patterns: Weekends fill quickly in most areas. "We arrived 4pm on a Friday and all the spots with the best views were taken. Plenty further into the woods though we had multiple options still," reports Lyds F. about Twin Lakes.

    Elevation considerations: Kenosha Pass Campground sits at a high elevation with weather implications. "This is nice for quick getaway - easy drive from Denver and right at Kenosha Pass which has beautiful fall colors. We bought a new pop up tent and had to try it out arrived in the dark and awoke to beautiful fall colors - hiking trails closeby," notes Marty L.

    Tips for camping with families

    Water-based activities: Kids can enjoy creek exploration while horses rest. "Each spot is not numbered so you may have people park close to you but we had a great experience on a Friday. Arrived around 7pm and got one of the last spots," mentions Aryn S. about Clear Creek Reservoir.

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Dawn and dusk offer animal sightings. "Seen a Moose and her baby. Nice large camping spots next to the creek the further to the trailhead you go," says Misty D. about North Cottonwood Trailhead.

    Toilet facilities: Plan accordingly for sites without amenities. "The bathroom near us had no lock on the door. The pump water is rusty so good for dishes," advises Laria S. about Kenosha Pass Campground, one of the few areas with any facilities.

    Tips from RVers

    Spacing between sites: At Browns Creek, RVers find adequate spacing. "Dispersed campsites are spread out so you can't see or hear your neighbors. Great proximity to trailheads and easy to get to. 4x4 not required for the closer sites," explains Tori T.

    Maneuverability challenges: Some campgrounds have tight turns. "This campground is beautiful and it is right on the Colorado Trail. Several spots are large enough for a big camper, but the tight curves on the loop and thick trees make it a little questionable for maneuvering," cautions Jackie E. about Kenosha Pass.

    Generator considerations: Be prepared for mixed reactions to generator use. "There were a couple very loud large groups and some RV's that ran their generators all day long. Not really the campgrounds fault however," notes Cynthia W. about Lodgepole Campground.

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