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    Horse camping near Florence, Colorado is limited, with few dedicated equestrian facilities in the immediate area. While many campgrounds in the region accommodate tent and RV camping, horseback riders seeking specialized amenities must venture to surrounding areas. The nearest option with equestrian considerations is Temple Canyon Park's Grape Creek area, though it lacks formal horse corrals or dedicated equine infrastructure. Four-wheel drive vehicles are essential for accessing this campground due to rocky, rutted roads with limited turnaround options, making horse trailer access challenging. Campers report the area offers beautiful views but minimal shade, with intermittent trails approximately one mile away at Temple Ridge.

    Trail riding opportunities expand in the wider region surrounding Florence. BLM Rec Trail Dispersed camping offers free accommodations with toilets and allows pets, providing potential space for horses though without dedicated equestrian amenities. The terrain requires careful navigation, particularly with larger vehicles or trailers. Riders seeking more developed facilities should consider Mueller State Park or Cheyenne Mountain State Park, both within reasonable driving distance and offering more established campgrounds. During peak seasons, abandoned campfires pose wildlife hazards, with one recent visitor noting they discovered an active coal bed left by previous campers, highlighting the importance of proper fire management when camping with horses in this high-desert environment.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Florence (20)

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      1. Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA

      3.9(18)14mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Beautiful views and a great walking path for my dog. I could have gone for miles. People are super friendly and it’s clean! Close to hiking. Well worth the visit"

      "The site we got had our door facing another camper's door and our picnic tables were next to eachother, so we didn't spend much time hanging out outside."

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      2. Haggards RV Campground

      4.8(10)11mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents

      "The sites were large and plenty of room for my slideout and not too close to next site."

      "There's a seasonal pool, walking trails and a HUGE fenced dog park. Most spots are pull thru, and it's worth the short, easy drive from I-25."

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      3. Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park

      4.3(39)23mi from Florence87 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This was first camping trip staying in a Colorado State park and it was great! We had an electric only back-in site next to the bathhouse which was clean and had 4 separate bathrooms with showers."

      "We were visiting a friend in Pueblo and this place was close by. (Downtown Pueblo has a really nice riverwalk. Found a free museum that honored Medal of Honor recipients.)"

      from $36 / night

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      4. Grape Creek - Temple Canyon Park

      3.3(4)11mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents
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      5. BLM Rec. Trail Dispersed

      4.0(1)9mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents
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      6. Mueller State Park Campground

      4.6(61)35mi from Florence126 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This Colorado state park brings visitors year-round for all types of recreation. We have traveled here several times, both tent camping and in our camper."

      "By far my favorite campground in Colorado. Sites all have great views and are paved. The park is clean and rangers are always around checking in. Close to town and great hikes. Can’t wait to go back!"

      from $28 - $270 / night

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      7. Cripple Creek KOA

      4.8(17)27mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Only downfall is that it was a bit of a drive to many main attractions in Colorado, but it was worth the drive."

      "Convenient location to Cripple Creek CO. Mountain views. Situated on meadow hillside. Hiking trails, full hookups, fire rings with grills, picnic tables. Level sites with many pull thrus."

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      8. The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park

      4.8(17)29mi from Florence17 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The tent only sites are walk-in and $18…and by walk-in…between 10-100ft from the parking area depending on the site."

      "Cheyenne Mountan State Park is remarkably close to Colorado Springs, which makes it perfect for a quick getaway…. if you can score reservations. This park fills up fast!"

      from $28 - $120 / night

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      9. Alvarado Campground

      4.4(18)32mi from Florence51 sitesRVs, Tents

      "I absolutely love this area of Colorado. It's breathtaking no matter which direction you look. Decent campground that was a bit too big for my taste."

      "There are several hiking trails nearby. The vault toilets were right by us and we didn’t have any issues with smell, and they were the cleanest vault toilets I’ve ever seen."

      from $30 - $60 / night

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      10. Pueblo West Campground

      1.0(2)22mi from FlorenceRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping
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    • Tj H.
      Aug. 9, 2019

      Haggards RV Campground

      Easy access and quiet

      My grandson and I stayed there in June for 4 days in a 34ft travel trailer in a pull thru long enough not to have to unhook. The sites were large and plenty of room for my slideout and not too close to next site. About 30 min from Pueblo and 30 from Canon City on Hwy 50 just east of Hwy 115 Full hookup and good WiFi Also had 30 OTA channels. Beautiful sunsets of the mountains Hwy 50 close by but traffic was not loud enough to disturb us Horses on the property as well as a swimming pool and very friendly staff Very nice experience and only 40 min from Colorado Springs or Royal Gorge.

    • N
      Apr. 23, 2020

      Colorado Campground

      Good location

      Colorado campground is situated outside of Woodland Park (10 minute drive) and right next to Manitou lake.  This is a great area central to the Pikes Peak wilderness area so many trails are nearby and activities while still being close to civilization if you forget something or choose to eat-out.  The CG itself is large, but the sites are well spaced apart...it is a primitive CG with picnic table, fire-pit and gravel pull through or back-in spots.  There are water spigots, vault toilets and garbage cans equally dispersed throughout.  In the summer they have an educational series also on the weekends of various nature/wildlife "seminars" that are great for the kids in their small amphitheater, although i don't know how frequent they are scheduled.  As others have stated its a short walk to the lake for fishing and canoeing if you choose.  The CG is well maintained and hosts are friendly.

    • Dave V.
      Sep. 13, 2018

      Colorado Campground

      There are many campgrounds in Colorado, but only one Colorado Campground!

      CAMPGROUND REVIEW: COLORADO CAMPGROUND PIKE NATIONAL FOREST

      https://www.recreation.gov/camping/colorado-campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70684

      Colorado Campground is one of several campgrounds less than 10 miles north of the city of Woodland Park off Route 67 in the Pike National Forest.

      Situated at 7800 feet elevation, even summer nights get cool. Nearby 5 acre Manitou Lake is a trail walk away. You can toss your canoe or kayak in, but unless you are simply trout fishing, it’s tiny size doesn’t offer much variation.

      Numerous foot trails lead into the National Forest, offering wonderfully quiet hikes and exploration.

      There are 81 sites available, but some are adjacent to highway 67, so periodic road noise will be heard. The ponderosa pines assist in muffling highway noise.

      Neighboring sites are visible across the entire campground, but they are situated in such a way that you are not directly on top of each other.

      The back loop sites are larger and set deeper (Site 19, 20,21, 22, 23) which are my choice. Sites can be secured on www.recreation.gov. There are double sites which garner double fees. At the time of this review, sites are $23.00 nightly (a bit pricey for no showers or modern facilities). When there during the week, not including the host and groundskeeper, only four sites were filled. Most sites were reserved for weekends and upcoming Labor Day holiday.

      No RV/Campers over 36 ft permitted. Parking pads are gravel, a few are pull-through. Sites are non-electric with no hookups…no showers Water spigots, metal trash containers and pit latrines are spaced out through the campground. Each site has one stationary picnic table and a fire pit. Most sites appeared fairly level. No specific tent pad locations.

      With the towering ponderosa pines, there is ample shade.

      Plenty of trails permit mountain biking as well as the paved centennial bike path that runs along highway 67 from Woodland Park 15 miles north…that you can walk, in-line, cycle and even ebike.

      You have plenty of local activities to keep you busy, including the Red Rocks a couple miles south…or drive east on Rt 24 to Pikes Peak, or further into Manitou Springs for the Incline, Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Garden of the gods and more!

      Just six miles south into Woodland Park offers every food or shopping option.

      All in all, a nice, clean campground in a great location.

    • Amber J.
      Jun. 4, 2018

      Mueller State Park Campground

      Nice trees, large sites, excellent toilet and showers!

      Great location within Colorado's Mueller State Park. Easy access to trails, visitor center, and scenic drives. Nice large site with level gravel tent pad, large table, and nice fire pit. Nearby sites seemed to be a good distance away.

    • Angie G.
      May. 17, 2021

      Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park

      Great Lake Camping

      This was first camping trip staying in a Colorado State park and it was great! We had an electric only back-in site next to the bathhouse which was clean and had 4 separate bathrooms with showers. Our site was located next to a water spigot but we filled our water tank in our RV before we got to our site. We had a fire ring and nice picnic table meant for 8 people! It was super close to the trails to walk my dog on and we walked down to kayak at the lake.

    • Dave V.
      Oct. 1, 2018

      The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park

      Mile High Camping!

      Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs, CO.

      http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/cheyennemountain

      Made our way to Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs. The tent only sites are walk-in and $18…and by walk-in…between 10-100ft from the parking area depending on the site. By midday most were taken and we landed in the available #45 (which was handicap accessible). Pluses and minuses: close to the restroom. Convenience comes at a cost, a motion sensor light constantly tripping on and a tad noisy. Tent pads only…comprised of a small pea gravel base, but elevated two railroad ties high…you will not get standing water, that's for certain. #45 is a handicap site so it is all paved…walkway, picnic table, animal-proof food container and fire pit area…no dust or dirt. Could be a positive or negative depending on your expectations. In April the trees were just budding so there wasn't a ton of concealment or cover from your neighbors provided by the leafless shrubbery and mountain scrub. A water pump is ten feet away. Another site was handicap accessible like this one but the others were situated further back in the scrub in dirt trails offering greater privacy. Hammock hanging was limited on site #45 but could be creatively managed. Restrooms were very clean and well-stocked. The visitor center is beautiful, large, interesting and offers local trinkets to purchase. Camp registration office is located by the campground and also houses restrooms and the coin operated showers and laundry. Water appeared to be at a premium as the water fountains were not operating. Depending on the wind direction, and with no leaves on the trees yet…highway noise could be heard in the distance from interstate 25…but not loud enough to be an irritation… Not to mention the sound breaking the early morning air…revelee from the nearby Air Force base. Signage leaves little doubt where you are or where to go throughout the park. The trails are superb and offer a variety of high plains and mountain views. Trail markings are remarkable, offering both self-guided tutorial placards and strategically located gps coordinates, in case of injury. Runners and mountain bikers frequent the trails. Wildlife aplenty. Mule deer sauntered by throughout the park and tom turkeys strutted their stuff for all to see. Colorful songbirds dotted the trail (my favorite…bright blue mountain bluebird). Keep the elevation in mind when choosing activities. Being a "flatlander," it takes about 7-10 days for your body to adjust to high elevations, so allocate more time on the trails for recovery breaks and hydration. Definite plus or minus…dogs are allowed in the park, but not on the trails and must be leashed at all times. Even on a Monday night in mid April, the park was filled so reservations would be advised. You can choose electric/water sites but there is no privacy from your RV neighbor.

      Creative mountainscape photos are necessary to avoid the mountaintop antenna towers from NORAD.

      It was a pleasant camping experience and would visit again.

      There is so much to do nearby that you need to stay in the area at least a week.

      Here are a few of my favorite nearby hikes: -Mt Cutler trail, Mt Muscoco trail, Helen Hunt Falls, Seven Bridges Trail, Red Rock Canyon, The Manitou Incline (parking fee), The Barr Trail (to Pikes Peak summit), Garden of the gods, Palmer Park, and Stanley Canyon Reservoir (on the Air Force Academy grounds)…all are must do's! Only Red Rock Canyon and Garden of the gods are flatter and easy strolling. Countless other trails exist and would take a lifetime to explore…worthy reason to return again and again!

    • Mary S.
      Jun. 27, 2018

      Colorado Campground

      Great location for exploring Colorado Springs and the area

      This Pike National Forest campground is run by Rocky Mountain Recreation which means you'll pay a $10 transaction fee if you make a reservation on recreation.gov. It looks like some sites are strictly walk-up. Check recreation.gov to see what's available, but you can just show up if there are available sites, pay at the self-pay station, and avoid the $10 transaction fee on recreation.gov.

      Every site has a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets (rather fragrant as you walk by because of the vent pipes) and trash dumpsters are conveniently located throughout the campground as is potable water. There are no bear-proof lockers but locking up your food is a prudent move.

      There are mostly back in sites but some pull through sites. Most of the pull through sites are partially protected from the road by a few tall pines and large rocks, but the pull through curve may be tight for some RVs. There are a few double sites (with double charge) if you need more space.

      Manitou Lake on the edge of the campground is a popular fishing spot, and there's a trail around the lake.

      Our site (#45) was rather close to the road, but the road noise was not bad throughout the park. Sites 40 through 44 are on a small loop and are probably the nicest sites even with a bit of road noise; these sites are near the trail to the lake.

      In my opinion, there are two things that make this campground stand out: 1) The sites are large and not on top of each other. This campground could have twice as many sites, but it's nice that it doesn't. 2) It's a great location because you're close to Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, US Air Force Academy, Cripple Creek (only if you're into gambling), lots of hiking trails...and on and on. It's close to Colorado Springs and even closer to Woodland Park. If you want craft breweries and restaurants, you'll find plenty. We enjoyed being close to a larger city after being in lots of small towns. We loved the inexpensive food at Uchenna (Ethiopian and Mediterranean), Taste of Jerusalem, and Azada Mexican as well as craft beer (Fossil Craft Beer Company and Phantom Canyon Brewing Company with ginger wheat ale, Belgian ale aged on cherries, hazelnut coffee stout, coconut/chocolate porter, and on and on) in Colorado Springs. Beer is $3 during a 3 to 6 pm happy hour at Phantom Canyon....yes!

      This campground is only open between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day.

    • Cindy R.
      Jun. 28, 2021

      Alvarado Campground

      Loved with a few exceptions

      I absolutely love this area of Colorado. It's breathtaking no matter which direction you look. Decent campground that was a bit too big for my taste. I agree with another reviewer: choose your site wisely! Dirty vault toilets. Water spigots that were almost all dripping (some almost running). I believe it should be posted at time of reservation if there are STEPS involved to set up camp. This site had maybe 10 steps, some in desperate need of repair. As a senior solo camper, this was challenging.  This site was not my choice but the only one available for my time-frame (right next door to the camp host and on the main/incoming road). When we were there, no availability of firewood from camp host, but a load did arrive while we were there. Really noisy campground (plenty of barking dogs), PLUS,a helicopter was doing a training mission two of the days we were there and flew directly over the campground, low-level, 3-5 times each day. 

      No bear boxes. (there was a hiker/bear interaction on the Venable trail on June 17th.)

      Positives were wildlife, scenery, wildflowers, awesome hiking both directions out of the campground, nice fellow campers (those we met).

      In hindsight, I would have been really upset if I'd paid full price.

    • Kristin A.
      May. 9, 2019

      The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park

      Single night camping fix

      Cheyenne Mountan State Park is remarkably close to Colorado Springs, which makes it perfect for a quick getaway…. if you can score reservations. This park fills up fast!

      We felt lucky to score a reservation for a pull-through Site (#56) at The Meadows Campground. This level, open, unshaded site offered nice views of Cheyenne Mountain and the lights of Colorado Springs. However it did leave us a bit exposed the wind. Next time we'll try to score one of the more sheltered sites on the opposite side of the loop. The firepits had high sides so our campfire was more immune to the gusty weather than we were.

      The rangers in this park are very friendly. In fact, as we were cooking dinner, one came around and offered us a mini-class on the hummingbirds that live in the park. Wished we would have had time to stop by the visitor center to learn more about the local flora and fauna.

      As runners, we loved the easy access to trails and you can earn a patch for exploring all 21 miles of trails throughout the park. Mountain bikers seemed to be having a ton of fun out there too.

      Always a plus… The bathrooms have flush toilets and were super clean and well stocked.

    Guide to Florence

    Equestrian camping near Florence, Colorado offers options for riders seeking places to camp with their horses. Located in south-central Colorado at approximately 5,180 feet elevation, the area features high desert terrain with sagebrush, pine forests, and rocky outcroppings. Summer temperatures can reach 90°F during the day while dropping to the 50s at night, creating significant temperature variations that campers should prepare for.

    What to do

    Trail riding at Alvarado Campground: Located about 45 miles southwest of Florence, this campground sits at 9,000 feet elevation and offers access to multiple trail systems. "Trail riding opportunities expand in the wider region surrounding Florence. We easily got our 40' coach into a very level site," notes a visitor from Alvarado Campground.

    Explore historic mining towns: Take a day trip to nearby Cripple Creek, about an hour's drive from Florence. "The towns of Cripple Creek and Victor are full of old mining history!" shares a camper who stayed at Cripple Creek KOA.

    Wildlife viewing: The foothills provide excellent opportunities to spot wildlife. At Haggard's RV Campground, one camper mentioned, "So neat to see pronghorn in nearby fields as we sat drinking coffee."

    What campers like

    Spacious sites for horse trailers: Many campgrounds in the region can accommodate larger vehicles. "The sites were large and plenty of room for my slideout and not too close to next site. About 30 min from Pueblo and 30 from Canon City on Hwy 50," reported a visitor at Haggard's RV Campground.

    Mountain views: The area offers scenic vistas of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. A camper at Cripple Creek noted, "The campsite pads were great, shelter building with water and a grill. The camping location was great with lots for kids to do."

    Quiet, secluded spots: Many campers appreciate the peaceful settings. "We've stayed at campsite 36 and 41. 41 is our favorite. It has plenty of space and a nice creek running near it. We felt secluded," shares a camper from Alvarado Campground.

    What you should know

    Challenging terrain for trailers: Many dispersed camping areas have difficult access. One camper at Grape Creek - Temple Canyon Park warns, "There is no warning on how these roads are!! Please do not bring any trailers or RVs out here as they will not fit/fall off of the windy roads. Roads are super rocky and full of deep holes, not many options to turn around once you've started."

    High elevation considerations: Many camping areas sit above 8,000 feet, affecting both humans and horses. Cripple Creek KOA sits at 10,000 feet, with one camper noting, "The air is thin up here - real thin. That also means that it's pure, clean blissfully light oxygen."

    Water availability varies: Not all sites have reliable water sources for horses. At BLM Rec Trail Dispersed camping, there are toilets available but limited water sources, making it essential to bring your own water supply for both you and your horses.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly activities: Some campgrounds offer amenities specifically for children. "Kids rode go carts, the big slide, and putt putt," reports a family at Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA.

    Safety precautions: The high desert environment requires extra vigilance. A visitor notes, "This is a beautiful state campground. 30 amp electrical hook ups. Along with fireplaces and picnic tables at each site. Awesome hiking trails with views of the mountains."

    Dog-friendly options: For families camping with both horses and dogs, several sites accommodate pets. "There's a seasonal pool, walking trails and a HUGE fenced dog park," mentions a camper at Haggard's RV Campground.

    Tips from RVers

    Water pressure challenges: Some campgrounds have water issues that affect RVers. At Haggard's RV Campground, a camper advised, "Water system needs work; well water has rust and sediment, be prepared!"

    Elevation affects RV performance: The high altitude around Florence impacts RV systems. "We were placed near the bathroom, which was fine. There was plenty of lighting at night! Staff was friendly," shares an RVer at Cheyenne Mountain State Park.

    Limited turnaround space: Many forest roads near Florence restrict larger rigs. "Very clean and plenty of spaces. A bit understaffed, but they do their best to prioritize tasks and keep the facility well maintained," reports a camper at Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA.

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