Best RV Parks & Resorts near Basalt, CO

RV parks near Basalt accommodate varying vehicle sizes and seasonal needs. Gateway RV Park in Carbondale offers full hookup sites including water, sewer, and electric connections from May through October, with double-wide sites suitable for larger rigs. "The double wide sites offer picnic tables and a fire ring, along with full hookups. The facilities are well maintained and clean. The sites are a bit shallow (we could not lower the rear patio on our 25' toy hauler)," noted one camper. River Dance RV Resort provides 50-amp electric hookups with water and sewer connections, featuring pull-through sites appropriate for big rigs. Little Maud Campground, located directly in Basalt, offers RV camping from May to September with drinking water available but no electric or sewer hookups, while Carbondale-Crystal River KOA remains open year-round with water and electric hookups for RVs.

Access roads to several mountain RV parks involve moderate grades and occasional tight turns. Most campgrounds within 30 miles of Basalt provide trash service and toilets, though shower facilities vary considerably between locations. One visitor commented, "The bathrooms are cleaner than any campsite I've ever stayed in and were always well stocked with toilet paper." Cell service throughout the area is inconsistent, with stronger signals near larger towns and limited or no coverage in more remote locations. Dump stations can be found at Gateway RV Park, Little Maud Campground, and Carbondale-Crystal River KOA. Pets are permitted at nearly all RV parks in the region, though policies regarding leash requirements and designated pet areas differ. During summer months, particularly holiday weekends, advance reservations are essential as available RV sites fill quickly due to the area's popularity.

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Best RV Sites Near Basalt, Colorado (190)

    1. Gateway RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Carbondale, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 379-8151

    "This quaint little campground is just below the highway. While there is quite a bit of highway noise when outside, it didn’t bother us when we were inside our trailer."

    "FHU, friendly hosts, right on the bike path and next to the Roaring Fork River. It is not a destination campground, it is a the best place to park and explore the best of Colorado."

    2. River Dance

    3 Reviews
    Gypsum, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 400-7078

    $35 - $60 / night

    "Driving through the Vail valley and we needed a place to cam. No answer on the phone but when we arrived there was a number on the door for the weekend attendant."

    "Showed up late after driving through vail valley. This made for a nice stop. Kids were happy to play in the field and win in the river. Showers were nice and clean."

    3. Mountainside RV Park

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    Gunnison National Forest, CO
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 929-5006

    $30 - $200 / night

    4. Heron's Nest RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Silt, CO
    35 miles
    +1 (970) 876-2443

    "We are full time travelling in a MH. We are mainly touring NPs. After a particularly busy park schedule we like to just chill. This KOA is super for that!"

    5. Hideout at Glenwood Springs

    2 Reviews
    Glenwood Springs, CO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 235-0059

    6. Sugar Loafin' RV/Campground & Cabins

    13 Reviews
    Leadville, CO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 486-1031

    $40 - $150 / night

    "We rocked up in our small RV without a reservation (on a Monday) and had a few spots to choose from. Super friendly staff. Clean bathrooms & showers. Beautiful scenery."

    "Tucked up on the edge of the woods this little gem is only 3 miles from Leadville."

    7. Little Maud Campground

    12 Reviews
    Meredith, CO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $32 / night

    "Arrived at campground around 8pm, the site had my name posted on the campsite, did not have to check in. Bear locker on site was helpful to store food, also the fire pit was clutch!"

    "The drive from Basalt was stunning as only Colorado can do. The whole area was so scenic and beautiful and the water is a two minute walk away."

    8. Carbondale-Crystal River KOA

    8 Reviews
    Carbondale, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 963-2341

    "Sites 11-14 are long pull throughs & they didn't have much shade. It looked like sites 21-24 were used by employees.

       The bathrooms & showers were clean."

    "No cell service for Verizon. Firewood for sale at clubhouse. Staff is helpful. Wi-Fi can be spotty. Overall our fellow campers kept to themselves and everyone seemed pretty respectful."

    9. River Village RV Park

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    Paonia, CO
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 527-4434

    $60 / night

    10. Difficult Campground

    35 Reviews
    Aspen, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 927-0107

    $33 - $120 / night

    "Like many campgrounds in Colorado, facilities are limited in fall and winter as they prepare for cold weather. The campground itself was no exception. CLOSED!"

    "Small campground with two loops located on Difficult Creek. The sites are a mixed bag– some more appropriate for tents while others are pull-through or have very long driveways."

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RV Park Reviews near Basalt, CO

1204 Reviews of 190 Basalt Campgrounds


  • Aaron
    Jul. 4, 2021

    Gateway RV Park

    Cozy campground near Carbondale

    This quaint little campground is just below the highway. While there is quite a bit of highway noise when outside, it didn’t bother us when we were inside our trailer.

    The double wide sites offer picnic tables and a fire ring, along with full hookups. The facilities are well maintained and clean. The sites are a bit shallow (we could not lower the rear patio on our 25’ toy hauler).

    Only minutes away from the cute little town of Carbondale. Here there are plenty of options to stuff your belly with great food and/or wet your whistle with local beers/distillations.

    Located just above a beautiful river, the campground is close to a partially-paved 40+ mi bike path (Aspen <> Glenwood Springs). Although we didn’t have time to ride them, Trailforks shows some nice MTB trails nearby as well.

  • Jason F.
    May. 19, 2021

    Gore Creek Campground

    So good, I don’t want to tell you about it.

    Gore Creek Campground is a true gem of the National Forest Service. If you are looking for a great boondocking location that is close to great trails and breathtaking views, this just might be the place for you. The entrance to the campground is ~2 miles off of I-70 Exit 180 on Bighorn Road. Only 10 minutes from Vail Village and 25 minutes from Frisco.

    We stayed in Site #8, which provided plenty of room for our 22’ travel trailer and pickup. The sites each have a large picnic table and fire ring.

    Pit toilets are spread through the campground and were very clean and well maintained. The campground hosts do a great job of keeping everything tidy and looking great. They also have bundles of firewood for sale for $7 at their site just inside the entrance to the campground.

    I can’t say enough about this place. It’s probably my favorite spot to camp in Colorado. I almost didn’t post this review for fear of the secret getting out.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 5, 2022

    Glenwood Springs West/Colorado River KOA

    Efficient and clean

    After driving 4-10 hour days from Canada in our 16’ travel trailer, staying at Harvest Hosts, we decided to stop here to prep and regroup for the next leg of our journey. Full hook ups allowed us to flush our water systems, recharge all batteries and devices, and wait out some seriously nasty wind, like lift the trailer right off the ground wind (well felt like it I swear!). The place is super clean, easy to access, has great views and a helpful staff. Pet friendly with a small off-leash dog area even. Looks good for families too with a pool and water park, playground. Wifi was good and cell service at 2 bars. Not cheap but easy access to supplies and touristy spots.

  • Jeane L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 11, 2024

    Kebler Corner

    Would happily visit again!

    We stayed in a camper van over a busy holiday and loved it! We were hoping for a peaceful getaway for us and our dog and found it at Kebler. Yes, some of the spaces are close together but everyone there made it work well. The angled spots and strategic landscaping help too. Plenty of grassy common areas to stretch your legs and your pup’s (on leash), so much so we didn’t feel like we missed out on anything by not being parked with the big coaches along the river. Even better since the large river spots had little/no natural shade (most seemed to have their own awnings that our van didn’t so no worries there I think for them). The tent spots were in a different area on the other side of the property a little away from the busier parts. They also had less shade but had level pads and but seemed closer to the bridge (and hiking). The community vibe was respectful and friendly and it was lovely to stroll about and enjoy it all. Families were out and about, playing with their children and trying different things to do. There was a little playground and some activities in a covered space like velcro axe throwing and corn hole. There were soccer goals set up at one of the grassy areas too. There was also a frisbee golf course, hammocks and picnic tables scattered around the property. A sign by the bathrooms invited camp guests to go gentle group hike if you meet at the bridge at the posted time in the morning. The general store was open during the day and had more than I expected (came for stickers and snacks, left with a game of Bananagrams and more). There wasn’t cell service but wifi worked well for what we needed. The bathrooms were clean and the water was warm. On a busy weekend you might need to use the portable toilets near the tent sites if the regular ones are occupied at a busy time. In the future, splitting the shower and toilet facilities might help with that long term, but I am not sure how hard (and expensive) that is to do in places that are tucked away into the mountains like this. We did use the coin laundry and that worked well. At the time of our visit it was $2 for the washer and $3.50 for the dryer. There was a variety of cute cabins for rent with a good range in size and cost - and some have own their bathroom and even little patio spaces. The hosts and staff were friendly and helpful, even doing trash pickup in the morning if you left it out at a certain time by your site. Kebler is in a beautiful setting, has thoughtfully-designed spaces and is carefully maintained. We would definitely come back - hopefully in a camper van / travel trailer or even just to stay in one of the cabins.

  • C
    May. 22, 2018

    One Mile

    Nice riverfront campground

    Big Rig friendly. 30 amp service. Good cell service on Verizon. Some highway noise but the river just on the otherside makes it an enjoyable place to camp. Clean bathrooms.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 23, 2018

    Difficult Campground

    Views For Days!!!

    So much of Colorado is impressive, let me just start with that. I wanted to swing through Aspen to check out the John Denver Sanctuary before heading to Denver and found the Difficult Campground on a listing for the area.

    Like many campgrounds in Colorado, facilities are limited in fall and winter as they prepare for cold weather. The campground itself was no exception. CLOSED! I was so upset, however I stumbled upon a ranger in the area and he said I could stay if I parked and walked in from the entrance and would not have access to toilets.

    Seemed fair, backcountry style camping with some amenities like a fire ring and table. I thought Indeed it would be a winning experience!! Boy was a right!!

    The river flows alongside the campground and makes for such a relaxing sound throughout the evening. I saw several small animals as I hiked in, mostly squirrels, birds and a small fox.

    The tree coverage of the area cut the wind in the evening just enough. I had the campground to myself and it was one of the coolest feelings ever!

    There was no cell service at the campground.

    I had to bring in my own small firewood because they discourage you from foraging for fallen branches at the campgrounds typically. I have seen that during the regular season there is a small store that has firewood available near the entrance area.

    I look forward to getting back to this site during the summer season!!

    TIPS:

    • Bring your own firewood. While sometimes it is available in the area, you will want to bring your own just in case to make sure you are keeping it in the fire ring.

    • Check the website first. I was looking online at this campsite and discovered if they have weather related closings or fire bans they list them very vividly on their site which can be very helpful in helping you determine if you would like to stay here.

  • FThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2024

    Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting

    Great location with easy access fishing

    Great location with full hookups for RVs. The description mentions back-in sites only, and while our electric hookup was conveniently on the same side, we had to run our water and sewage lines underneath the RV since those hookups were on the opposite side—this seems to be the case for all sites. The campground is perfectly situated at the intersection of the Gunnison, Taylor, and East Rivers, making it ideal for fly fishing. They offer cabins, RV sites, and long-term housing options. There's a small store with basic items, beer, and merchandise, plus a fly shop in the same building. There's also a restaurant, though it was closed during our stay, and coin-operated laundry facilities. Overall, a great stay!

  • marine J.
    Jun. 9, 2024

    FR 48 Dispersed Camping

    Awesome spot with beautiful mountain and forest views and close to a lake

    We pulled in around 4pm on a Sunday. We went to the 3rd dirt road on the left to find a spot available. Only one other camper was there and the area could easily accommodate 4 without being too close to each others. Very easy to find. To the north Turquoise Lake is 1/2 mile away. There are mountain bike /hiking trails everywhere around the lake. Even though the space we were in was very spacious it felt secluded and we really could not see the other RV. We pulled our 40 feet toy hauler easily. The spot was leveled and clean. A stone fire pit was there and lots of wood had been left by the previous campers.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 28, 2021

    Difficult Campground

    Basic forest service campground in a nice setting

    Small campground with two loops located on Difficult Creek. The sites are a mixed bag– some more appropriate for tents while others are pull-through or have very long driveways. Our site (7) would have been better suited for a tent, but we made it work in our campervan. It would not have accommodated a large RV. Some of the sites (32-38) are more private and you can hear the creek. Did not hear road noise from any sites. 

    There is a day-use area with picnic tables scattered around, some very near the creek.

    Vault toilets only and at least the one we used was clean. Fortunately, the issues with the “mean” host mentioned in previous reviews were not an issue when we were there! In fact, with Covid, we had no contact with the host at all during our stay. 

    This campground is about 20 minutes from the town of Aspen and convenient if you want to visit Maroon Bells (and cannot get into the smaller, closer campgrounds). Sadly, although the campground indicated it was full, there were many empty sites. This campground (with vault toilets only) is what I’ve come to expect from a basic forest service campground, and it suited our needs perfectly.


Guide to Basalt

Experience the beauty of RV camping near Basalt, Colorado, where stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures await. With a variety of campgrounds offering excellent amenities, you can enjoy a comfortable stay while exploring the great outdoors.

RVers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy easy access to hiking trails and breathtaking views at Gateway RV Park, making it a perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Take a short drive to the famous Hanging Lake from Ami's Acres Campground, where you can hike to one of Colorado's most picturesque spots.
  • Experience the thrill of rafting on the Roaring Fork River, conveniently located near Heron's Nest RV Park.

Some prices for RV Parks range from $38 to $62

  • Stay at Sugar Loafin' RV/Campground & Cabins for around $38 per night, offering full hookups and a clean environment.
  • For a well-reviewed experience, Leadville RV Corral provides a convenient location for $62 a night, close to local attractions and amenities.
  • Mountainside RV Park offers a cozy atmosphere with competitive pricing, perfect for those looking to explore the surrounding area.

Explore the scenic beauty of Glenwood Springs

  • Just a short drive from Basalt, Glenwood Springs West/Colorado River KOA features a water park and family-friendly amenities, making it ideal for a fun getaway.
  • Experience the charm of River Dance, where you can enjoy river access and outdoor activities in a serene setting.
  • Relax at Kebler Corner, known for its beautiful riverfront views and a variety of recreational options, including fishing and hiking.

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