Camping sites near Beulah, Colorado sit at elevations ranging from 5,000 to 7,500 feet, creating distinct temperature patterns with warm days and cool nights even in summer months. The Arkansas River corridor provides water access at several RV campgrounds in the region, while the surrounding mountains offer additional recreational opportunities. Cell reception varies dramatically between valleys and higher elevation sites.
What to do
Fishing access points: Bighorn Park offers riverside camping with direct Arkansas River access. "Spot by the river for fishing and or sitting. A bench to have a cup of coffee and watch the river," notes one visitor to Bighorn Park.
Wildlife viewing: The region hosts diverse wildlife including bighorn sheep. "We spotted big horn sheep on the cliff behind us!" reports a camper at Bighorn Park. At Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort, "Each afternoon the park was visited by multiple deer and turkey."
Star viewing opportunities: Limited light pollution creates exceptional stargazing conditions. "No city lights meant for a lovely starry evening," writes one camper at Aspen Acres Campground. The campground's higher elevation in San Isabel National Forest enhances night sky clarity.
What campers like
Private bathroom facilities: Several campgrounds feature individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. "The bathhouse is extremely clean, with several private bathroom/shower rooms," notes a visitor at Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort.
Pet amenities: Designated dog areas enhance stays for pet owners. "There's a seasonal pool, walking trails and a HUGE fenced dog park," mentions a camper at Haggards RV Campground. At Circle the Wagons RV Park, pets are welcome but visitors note local dogs sometimes "cross the creek and come into the RV Park."
Quiet settings: Mountaindale offers noise separation from major highways. "This is a lovely park about 30 minutes south of Colorado Springs. We camped here for 5 nights in a back in spot with full hookups, site 51. The site was extremely spacious with room to park our truck to the side and still have a big yard."
What you should know
Water quality concerns: Some campgrounds have water system limitations. At Haggards RV Campground, one camper advises: "Water system needs work; well water has rust and sediment, be prepared!" Another campground with reported water issues is Aspen Acres, where a visitor stated: "All fine for a night except we filled our tank with the most disgusting undrinkable water imaginable."
Road conditions: Access roads to campgrounds may present challenges. At Circle the Wagons RV Park, GPS navigation issues exist: "GPS won't get you here because 2nd Street is bisected by a creek with no bridge. I had to back my trailer a couple of blocks."
Reservation considerations: Last-minute changes may encounter strict policies. A potential visitor to Mountaindale noted: "My breakdown happened on a Tuesday and my reservation was for the following Sunday. I emailed Mountaindale the rv shop name and phone number where the rv was for verification."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Several RV parks near Beulah offer dedicated children's areas. "They have a water slide and other fun activities," reports a visitor to Colorado Springs KOA. The facility includes a bounce pad and seasonal pool.
Cabin options: For families without tents or RVs, cabin rentals provide alternative accommodations. "Me along with four other friends spent several days tent camping around the Colorado Springs area. On our last night of travel, our camping plans fell through and we needed to find a convenient place late at night to rest. We ended up at the KOA and took advantage of one of their adorable little cabins."
Game facilities: Some campgrounds feature recreation rooms for indoor entertainment. The Royal Gorge RV Resort & Cabins offers common areas with activities, while Circle the Wagons RV Park has "a game room and a fun book exchange for guests."
Tips from RVers
Connectivity considerations: Cell service and WiFi access vary significantly between campgrounds. "Data: T-mobile 5G: lacking, ATT: not so hot, Verizon: great, Visible: pretty good, Cricket: ok for voice," reports a visitor to Haggards RV Campground.
Site selection strategy: Location within a campground impacts experience. At Bighorn Park, a visitor recommends: "We have an Outlaw toy hauler so we're so lucky to get a back-in spot overlooking the river. Slept with the back open and fell asleep to the river sounds." While at Mountaindale, a visitor warns about road noise: "It is very important to get a spot away from the road. As I've read in other reviews, there is a rock quarry just down the road."
Electrical access: RVers should verify power capabilities match their needs. "Royal Gorge RV Resort & Cabins features 125 sites with full hookups, accommodating big rigs with both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service options," while Circle the Wagons RV Park reports having electrical hookups but doesn't specify amperage capacity.
