Best RV Parks & Resorts near Buena Vista, CO

Several RV parks offer accommodations for motorhomes and trailers near Buena Vista. Valley Mobile RV Park operates from April through October with full hookups including 50-amp electric service, water, and sewer connections. Mt. Princeton RV Park & Cabins remains open year-round, providing both 30 and 50-amp electric options on primarily gravel sites. Monarch Spur RV Park in nearby Poncha Springs features 43 sites with full hookup capability and a camp store selling firewood. Chalk Creek Campground provides RV spots in two distinct areas, with the lower meadow section offering more shade and creek-side locations. "The Lower Level is our favorite with loads more trees."

Mountain roads leading to some RV parks may present challenges for larger motorhomes. Most parks in the region require reservations, especially during summer months when Buena Vista's proximity to mountain recreation draws significant traffic. Dump stations are available at Valley Mobile and Monarch Spur, while several others offer on-site sewer hookups. Cell service varies throughout the area, with stronger signals typically found at parks closer to Highway 24. Between May and September, virtually all RV parks operate at full capacity, while winter options become limited. According to one RV traveler: "Sites are spread out. Nice shade with plenty of trees. Water is a pump, can't fill RV's directly." Pet policies generally allow dogs with standard leash requirements at most locations.

Best RV Sites Near Buena Vista, Colorado (268)

    1. Valley Mobile RV Park

    1 Review
    Buena Vista, CO
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 395-8107

    "Shower room have heat and hot water, environments are so peacefully and pretty,  shops are close by, hot springs, rafting, nearby, my favorites is cottonwood lake!"

    2. Mt. Princeton RV Park & Cabins

    1 Review
    Buena Vista, CO
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 395-6206

    $75 / night

    "We stayed here 5 nights Sun-Fri while doing work/school and enjoyed exploring Buena Vista in the evenings!"

    3. Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground

    6 Reviews
    Monarch, CO
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 530-0341

    $40 - $60 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    4. Wilderness Expeditions RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Salida, CO
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 602-1415

    $40 - $50 / night

    "We were lucky enough to get a spot to park our 27ft trailer parallel to the creek - so we have a perfectly private front yard with a view."

    "I stayed 2 nights in a rooftop tent while exploring the Salida and Buena Vista areas. Ran by really nice folks. Bathrooms/ showers were clean. Campground was quiet."

    5. Middlefork RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Fairplay, CO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 836-4857

    $17 - $665 / night

    "Amazing view, great sites

    Pizza place on site

    Pet friendly

    Small catch and release trout pond on site"

    "The sites are all gravel, ours was nice and level. You can get either full hookups or water/electric only. There is a dump station on site. You can pan for gold or trout fish right at the campground."

    6. Salida RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Salida, CO
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 882-1569

    $60 - $115 / night

    "Very clean, large level spots with gravel and plenty of room in between RVs.  Great location, close to Salida and hiking & biking trails. "

    "Great campground with over 20 back in against the river sites. Several great spots close to river sites with mature trees and good amenities."

    7. Riverside RV Park

    1 Review
    Salida, CO
    23 miles

    "Riverside RV Park is on the outskirts of Salida, Colorado just off of US-50. The Arkansas River flows through the campground at a sedate flow."

    8. Chalk Creek Campground & RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Nathrop, CO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 395-8301

    "Beautiful setting with fire pit, 30 amp hookup and picnic table. Very level ground. Firewood and modest amenities available at the office."

    "I prefer more primitive campgrounds but we needed electricity for a friend's CPAP. Very nice clean facility. Staff is terrific and do an amazing job preparing each site after they are vacated."

    9. Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins (Formerly Tall Texan)

    13 Reviews
    Gunnison, CO
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 641-2927

    "We have a back-in site but they have pull throughs also. There is a playground for the kids, laundry, and bathrooms with showers."

    "Great walking around the park for our pups, reliable hook ups, clean facilites, and very friendly staff. The rates were super affordable too!"

    10. Mount Princeton

    9 Reviews
    Nathrop, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $25 / night

    "Fee: $22.00 Day use fee $7.00 There is a self service tube available 

    Check out 12:00 noon Quiet time 10:00 pm to 6:00 am 

    Fire ring/grill, picnic table, tent sites, pit toilets, doggie poo bags,"

    "There is no water, electric, or dump station available. You can fill your rv with water in Buena Vista at the water works office."

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RV Park Reviews near Buena Vista, CO

1620 Reviews of 268 Buena Vista Campgrounds


  • John M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2021

    Ruby Mountain Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

    Well maintained and close to BV

    My family stayed here last summer and we’re not disappointed. The lack of shade (upper spaces) and not a lot of choices for big-rigs are the only downsides here. Here are the positives:

    • Great access to the Arkansas River (fishing, put-in/ - take/out access)
    • Very well-maintained spaces and clean bathrooms
    • Minutes from rafting outfitters (we always go through Noah’s Ark. Great customer service and experienced guides)
    • Close to Buena Vista
    • Family friendly area with lots of access to public trails around Ruby Mountain

    Enjoy!

  • T
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Cascade (colorado)

    Pristine

    This place is beautifully positioned in the trees.  Clean facilities, a wonderful camp host and fellow campers were great.  15 minutes from Buena Vista and 30 to Salida.  Easy access to hiking trails and OHV. I'm headed back the end of the month.

  • Chris P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2023

    Round Mountain

    Great area for OHV

    Round mountain campground

    $20 per night. There are no electrical hook ups or sewer hook ups for big rigs. It looks a little bit like dispersed camping. Each site has a picnic table and a designated fire pit. The sites are pull through in some situations. Not all of them, but some of them. There are restrooms on site with your credibly clean. The camp management seems to do a good job of keeping the area well organized. It’s nestled down in the trees and he’s very pretty and secluded. The issue in this area is that it is all designated for OHV usage so there is some noise. We pulled it on a Thursday afternoon and could see three or four ATVs riding around. The campground has designated quiet hours from 10 PM to 6 AM, but that won’t stop you from getting disturbed during the daytime. The other issue in this area as there is no firewood. They sell bundles for eight dollars at the managers office. My recommendation would be to come well prepared and bring lots of your own firewood. At the time we got in their water pump was also not working, but they were selling bottled water again at the Campground managers station.

  • 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.

  • S
    Aug. 5, 2021

    Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins (Formerly Tall Texan)

    Easily accessible RV park near Gunnison, CO

    They have a great staff that is friendly and always accessible! We have a back-in site but they have pull throughs also. There is a playground for the kids, laundry, and bathrooms with showers. They allow fires and provide a “fire pit” that is constructed from an old washer tub with legs welded on. Just ask for one at the front desk. They also sell firewood for the fire. Oh, and they come by and pick up your trash at your site between 9-5 each day just leave your bag out by the road. There are full hookups at most of the sites. The area is in walking distance of the Gunnison River and there is a nice hiking trail on the south side of the river heading west. There is also a bike path that goes back into town and up the road toward Crested Butte. On the main road (intersection of CR11 and highway 135) there is a bus stop for a free bus trip into Gunnison. The men’s bathroom had a couple of issues, the overhead light didn’t work very well and one of the toilets was malfunctioning but they got those fixed pretty quickly. There is a nice combination of shade (from the trees) and sun at all the sites.

  • Chris P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2023

    Happy Meadows

    Incredible location on the river

    Happy meadows campground. 8 reservable spots. $20 per night. Right on south platte river. Amazing views. Restroom, water and wood for sale Just off tarryall road in lake george. Easy access. No pull through locations for big rigs

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2021

    Chalk Lake

    Mountain Delights

    Fees: $22.00 tents on tent pad only $7.00 day use only fee if not camping 

    Fee station available fees are payable by cash, check or money order 

    Check out 12:00 noon Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am 

    Number of sites 18 

    Open mid May- end of Sept 

    Picnic table, fire ring/grill, trash, pit toilet, handpump for water 

    Before Memorial Day sites may be FCFS and hosts and water may not be available. During peak season dates, some sites can be reserved by calling 800-444-6777 or on line at recreation.gov

    Small trailers, RV's or tents as the sites are small. If you are not able to obtain a campsite you are not allowed to camp anywhere going up the mountain but if you go on up to St Elmo you might find some dispersed camping. 

    There are amazing mountain views with a beautiful stream running quickly down hill. The drive up the mountain and down is one of the best around. The trip up you may anticipate arriving in St Elmo, a 1800 ghost town. At the base of the mountain you will find the Chalk Bluffs. Some sites in the campground have shade, some do not but great for solar. 

    Directions: From Buena Vista, Colorado, take Highway 285 south for 7 miles to County Road 162. Turn west on County Road 162, traveling 8 miles to the Chalk Lake Campground

     LNT 

    Better than when you found it 

    Stay safe, travel happy

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2021

    Mount Princeton

    Beauty on the Mountain

    Fee: $22.00 Day use fee $7.00 There is a self service tube available 

    Check out 12:00 noon Quiet time 10:00 pm to 6:00 am 

    Fire ring/grill, picnic table, tent sites, pit toilets, doggie poo bags, some bear boxes Pads and road have a base of gravel 

    Before Memorial Day weekend the sites may be FCFS, but host and water may not be available. 

    During peak season you may reserve by calling 800-444-6777 or on line at recreation.gov No showers or electrical hookups are available. There are two handicapped-accessible toilets. Water is by way of a handpump 

    Mt. Princeton Campground is located in the Chalk Creek Canyon and not only is it a beautiful drive but you have St Elmo to look forward to. St Elmo is a ghost town from the 1800's. The mountains are just beautiful. 

    Directions: From Buena Vista travel south on Highway 285 for 7 miles then turn right on County Road 162 and travel west, passing the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort then 8.5 miles to campground 

    LNT

     Better than when you found it

     Stay safe Happy travels

  • P
    Jul. 27, 2019

    Tiger Run RV Resort

    Ski resorts await!

    Breckenridge Colorados premier all season resort. Full service RV sites or mountain chalets (cabins) await you near Breckenridge Ski Resort, Copper Mountain, Keystone, A-Basin and Vail.


Guide to Buena Vista

Buena Vista sits at an elevation of 7,965 feet in central Colorado's Arkansas River Valley. Summer temperatures range from 45-80°F while winter lows often drop below freezing with periodic snowfall. Several campgrounds provide access to nearby hiking trails and hot springs, with most sites requiring reservations between May and September.

What to do

Soak in hot springs: Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort is located 8.5 miles from Mount Princeton campground. "You are also just minutes from Mt. Princeton Hot Springs, great for a relaxing soak," notes one camper. The natural mineral waters maintain temperatures between 70-120°F year-round.

Visit ghost towns: Take a day trip to historic mining settlements. "St. Elmo is a ghost town from the 1800's. The mountains are just beautiful," shares a visitor at Mount Princeton campground. The preserved buildings offer glimpses into Colorado's mining past with interpretive signs explaining local history.

Water activities: The Arkansas River provides multiple recreation options. At Wilderness Expeditions RV Park, "Our site was backed up directly to the river," reports one camper. The expedition company next door offers guided rafting trips ranging from Class II to Class IV rapids.

What campers like

Riverside camping: Several campgrounds feature creek-side sites. "We stayed in site #7 and behind it was the Chalk Creek. It was rushing so hard you could hear it and it was very peaceful," writes a visitor at Mount Princeton. Water access provides both recreational opportunities and natural white noise for sleeping.

Mountain views: The surrounding peaks create scenic backdrops at most camping areas. According to a Salida RV Resort visitor, "Directly on the Arkansas River — river view spots are very nice and all spots have a view of the mountains." The visible 14,000-foot peaks include Mt. Princeton, Mt. Yale, and Mt. Columbia.

Clean facilities: Modern bathrooms are available at many locations. "The bathrooms were clean but a bit worn, and they are across the river bridge from the campsites and up some fairly steep steps," notes a Riverside RV Park reviewer. Most established campgrounds provide vault toilets at minimum, with some offering shower facilities.

What you should know

Limited winter options: Many campgrounds close seasonally. Mount Princeton operates from "Mid May to Mid September" while Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground runs from "May 1 to November 1." High-altitude conditions make winter camping challenging outside designated year-round facilities.

Road conditions: Access to some areas requires careful driving. "Mountain roads leading to campgrounds may present challenges for larger motorhomes," especially when traveling to Mount Princeton where "The road to get here did get washed out as well once. It was driveable by the time we left camp."

Reservation requirements: Summer brings high demand for campsites. At Salida RV Resort, a reviewer noted their grounds were "Very clean, large level spots with gravel and plenty of room in between RVs," but summer weekends typically fill completely by early spring.

Tips for camping with families

Look for playgrounds: Some campgrounds offer dedicated children's areas. At Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground, "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."

Consider creek-side sites: Water features entertain children naturally. A visitor at Chalk Creek Campground & RV Park shared, "The meadow campground area has sites right on the creek!" while another noted, "The water is warm because it is below mt princeton hot springs."

Check cell service: Connectivity varies significantly between locations. At Mount Princeton, there's "No cell signal or WiFi," while Monarch Spur offers "WiFi that works." This information helps families plan for entertainment options during downtime.

Tips from RVers

Site surface conditions: Prepare for varied parking situations. At Mt. Princeton RV Park & Cabins, "The sites were mostly level, though there was clearly a grade from the first site to the last, and there was a bit of grade front to back on our site." Most rv parks near Buena Vista, Colorado feature gravel pads.

Water access options: Not all rv campgrounds provide the same hookup types. "Sites are spread out. Nice shade with plenty of trees. Water is a pump, can't fill RV's directly," according to a reviewer. Primitive campgrounds like Mount Princeton have no hookups, requiring self-contained water systems.

Laundry availability: Extended stays require clothes-washing facilities. Mt. Princeton RV Park & Cabins offers "Laundry facilities were VERY nice and our clothes came out clean and smelling good," an important amenity for travelers spending multiple weeks at Buena Vista RV campgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities do Buena Vista RV parks typically offer?

RV parks around Buena Vista typically offer essential hookups including water, electric (usually 30-amp service), and sewer connections. Chalk Creek Campground & RV Park provides creekside sites with fire pits, picnic tables, and modest amenities with firewood available for purchase. Many parks maintain clean restroom facilities and showers (some coin-operated). Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins features a playground for children, laundry facilities, bathrooms with showers, and fire pits. Additional common amenities include WiFi access, dump stations, trash service, and level parking pads. Some parks offer clubhouses, pet-friendly policies, and proximity to outdoor recreation like fishing access, hiking trails, and OHV routes.

How much does it cost to stay at RV parks in Buena Vista?

RV park rates around Buena Vista vary based on amenities, location, and seasonality. Public campgrounds like Chalk Lake charge around $22 per night for standard sites. Round Mountain costs $20 per night for primitive camping without electrical or sewer hookups. Private RV parks with full hookups typically range from $35-60 per night depending on the season, with premium sites (riverside, pull-through) commanding higher rates. Many parks offer weekly and monthly discounts for extended stays. Additional fees may apply for extra vehicles, pets, or premium amenities like cable TV. Most parks accept credit cards, though some public campgrounds require cash, check, or money order payment. Reservation fees may apply when booking in advance, especially during peak summer months.

What are the best RV parks in Buena Vista, Colorado?

Buena Vista offers several excellent RV parks with varied settings and amenities. Snowy Peaks RV Park stands out with its clean facilities, friendly staff, and efficient laundry room. They maintain pristine grounds and provide mail service and a clubhouse. Just 5.5 miles from downtown, Arrowhead Point Resort features spacious full-hookup sites ideal for RVs. For those preferring a more natural setting, consider Chalk Creek Campground with creekside sites or Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins with its playground and fire pits. One Mile Campground offers big-rig friendly sites with 30-amp service and the bonus of river views, while Mt. Princeton RV Park provides cabins along with RV sites for those with guests needing alternative accommodations.