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We arrived to an office that was closed at 2pm. They did have an after hours check in which worked. Spot RV 11 was not very level. This was bare bones. All the services did work.
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Several RV parks near Monarch provide full hookup sites suitable for motorhomes and trailers. Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground in Poncha Springs operates seasonally from May through November with 43 sites offering water, electric, and sewer connections. The park includes both 30- and 50-amp service, accommodating big rigs with pull-through sites. According to one visitor, "Sites were incredibly long but a bit skinny but did the trick. You can hear the river running almost everywhere in the park." Tomichi Creek Trading Post near Sargents remains open year-round with 50-amp hookups and sewer connections, while Wilderness Expeditions RV Park in Salida features water and electric hookups in a shaded riverside setting.
Most RV parks in the region require advance reservations during peak summer months. Navigation to some locations involves mountain roads with elevation changes, though most parks accommodate large vehicles with designated big rig sites. Riverside RV Park has gravel sites that may require leveling blocks, as one camper noted: "The gravel site was level side to side but sloped slightly back to front." Dump stations are available at several parks, with Monarch Spur and Tall Texan offering on-site sanitary dump facilities. Cell service varies by location, with better connectivity in parks closer to Salida and Buena Vista. Many parks welcome pets but enforce leash rules. Proximity to shopping varies, with Riverside RV Park positioned near a Walmart and fast-food restaurants for convenient resupply.
Best RV Campgrounds near Monarch (200)
1. Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $60 / night
2. Salida RV Resort
"Very clean, large level spots with gravel and plenty of room in between RVs. Great location, close to Salida and hiking & biking trails. "
"Huge facility that offers showers (2) and toilets (2). Very nice laundry facility. Free pool table and kitchen/bar area for campers use. Many sections for seating and a gym."
Check Availabilityfrom $73 - $114 / night
3. Wilderness Expeditions RV Park
"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."
"Campground was quiet. Gave 4 stars because I thought the price was high given the size of sites and bathrooms could use some updating. Overall safe and quiet place. Would stay again."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $50 / night
4. Tomichi Creek Trading Post
"Stopped in for a bit, great ice cream and friendly staff. Very well stocked store and reasonable prices for RV hookups. They even have a restaurant and ice cream available!"
5. Sangre Vista RV Sites
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $50 / night
6. Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins (Formerly Tall Texan)
"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!"
Check Availabilityfrom $39 - $269 / night
7. Pleasant Valley RV Park, 0018 County rd 47, Howard, CO
"My husband, 8 month old son, and I spent our first 4th of July here with our new camping trailer (lol we’re still learning all the ropes about using it and supplies needed)."
"Our favorite campground in Colorado! We love the views, how quiet it is and how friendly everyone is. "
Check Availabilityfrom $65 - $98 / night
8. Riverside RV Park
"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."
9. Four Seasons RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $76 - $118 / night
10. Valley Mobile RV Park
"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!"
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 2 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 23 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 47 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 56 min from Boulder, CO
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RV Park Reviews near Monarch, CO
1328 Reviews of 200 Monarch Campgrounds
- nnicole T.
ScoutHecla Junction Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Signs are posted that say a reservation is required.
Lauren P.
TravelerFive Points Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Very close to the highway
Basic amenities, but clean and easy to find. The campsite is very close to the highway, so if you're looking for something more off the beaten path, keep looking. However, if you just need a place to sleep with great views, this is a solid spot. We saw bighorn sheep and even heard what sounded like a bobcat possibly mountain lion at night.
- Ellery M.Traveler
Twin Lakes View Dispersed
360 views
Can see both twin lakes and Elbert at this spot. Aspens are currently just past peak. Feels like out of a fairytale
Shealyn T.TravelerTwin Lakes View Dispersed
Beautiful views!
Amazing spot! Can perfectly see both lakes and then the reservoir behind us! Easy to get to, don’t need 4wd to get up here! So many other spots around the area!
- HHeidiTraveler
Washington Gulch - Dispersed Camping
Decent Spot
Lots of spots but most them are all pretty close to one another.
Casey D.ScoutSalida RV Resort
Do NOT Recommend
Would give no stars if I could! We had booked a stay in advance for Labor Day weekend and as the time got closer, we needed to adjust our dates. I, with my husband listening in the background, called to see if they could shift our dates by 1 day. the lady on the phone told me that would be no problem and that it was taken care of. Fast forward a week, we arrive and everything seems fine until we get a text message on our second to last day that asked why we hadn't left yet. We were about to head out for the day, but walked over to the office to talk to them first. The lady at the front desk had an attitude from the moment we walked in the door and basically said it was our fault that they didn't change the reservations correctly and we needed to leave immediately. She was very rude and blamed it on us. Mind you, it's an extremely busy holiday weekend where everything is already booked and we were about to leave as we had plans for the day. I told her we may not be out in the time frame she gave us because we now had to figure out where to go, clean/pack up the camper, etc. She threated to have us towed instead of trying to be helpful. This was on top of this same employee being very rude when we first arrived about us having a package schedule to be delivered there(that we had ordered many days before). She told us it was not allowed since we weren't staying for long enough and they would send the package back once the delivery folks tried to deliver it. Once I explained it was food for my senior dog, she said fine they would allow it once. Insane policy! Lastly, we tried to sleep with our windows open at night to enjoy the cool nights, however, the smell of the sewage plant next door was overwhelming and smelled awful! We knew from the moment we arrived and were met with rudeness about us having a package delivered that we would never be back, but after how the stay ended, this place needs to learn about hospitality and customer service instead of blaming their guests for their mistakes! We ended up at the RV park next door and it was wonderful and the people were so welcoming and friendly!
Gerard E.
LegendChalk Lake Campground
9-7-2026
Site 10
Chalk Creek Campground, 9-7-26, Arrived around 4:15 and found a site for one night. We talked to the host Linda who was very helpful and we received some great intel on local hikes.
Elevation was 8750’ Site 10 was large enough for our truck camper and there is a bear locker, metal table and fire pit. The table, tent and fire pit steps down about 8 steps and the site is right next to the creek.
Site 11 is totally visible from the site and would work great for larger groups. Fire was allowed but we opted not too as the winds were gusty through the area.$25 for the night, water pump and the clarity of the water was great.
Vault toilets throughout were clean.
Two trash dumpsters located at the end and middle.
Cellar via T-Mobile sucked, 1 bar lte roaming.
- Gerard E.Legend
Gothic — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre And Gunnison National Forest
9-10-2026
Site 9, September 10, 2026
Gothic CG, site 9, sunny and breezy, 70 degrees, amazing views of Crested Butte and Mt Belleview. The site sits at 10,020’ has a tent pad and enough room for two vehicles. No toilet, only 1 toilet down by sites 1-4. Fire pit and a nice table.
The road past Gothic is varied terrain, mostly rock, hard packed with ruts, many types of vehicles were traveling up and down the road, even campers being pulled. We saw some deer and two Moose in the morning grazing on the hillside.
Tmobile was 2 bar 5G at the site. The hosts were great when checking in.
Guide to Monarch
Several RV campgrounds in the Monarch area of Colorado sit above 8,000 feet elevation, offering cool summer nights that often drop below 45°F even in July and August. The region combines high-altitude camping with proximity to the Arkansas River, providing access to both mountain and water recreation. Most campgrounds remain open seasonally from May through October due to winter snowfall.
What to do
Fishing access: Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground sits on the S. Arkansas River with trout fishing opportunities. "It's at over 8000 feet and the views are amazing. We can see snow. They have a nice camp store, WiFi that works, golf cart rental, a playground, kids games, a community area, fishing, and a river running through," notes a camper.
Colorado Trail hiking: Located one mile from the Colorado Trail, Monarch Spur provides a strategic base for day hikes. "Stayed here while thru hiking the colorado trail, what a wonderful time! Salida is a quick drive away and the trail is only a mile up the road," reports a hiker who stayed at the park.
Mountain biking access: Salida RV Resort offers direct access to Methodist Trail system. "Perfect spot for access to Methodist Trail system, down town and easy bike ride away. Grounds were immaculate, sites perfectly level and raked after each guest," writes one mountain biker.
What campers like
River access: Many campers appreciate riverside sites at Wilderness Expeditions RV Park. "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. You can still hear the main road at times, but we have great wifi connection with our set up," notes one visitor.
Dark night skies: Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins offers excellent stargazing opportunities away from city lights. "The stars are amazing here," mentions a camper who stayed at Monarch Spur.
Mature tree shade: "The park is beautiful, covered in trees, almost all sites are shaded. We have 103 RV Sites, 5 cabins and 6 tent sites," notes a Mountain Time RV Park visitor, appreciating the natural canopy that keeps sites cooler during summer days.
What you should know
Elevation effects: The high altitude at Monarch area campgrounds impacts temperatures and comfort. "High altitude means cool to cold nights. Gorgeous area and park!" notes a Monarch Spur visitor, highlighting the need for warm clothing even in summer.
Highway noise: Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch and some other campgrounds experience road noise from nearby highways. "Some noise from hwy 50 but overall quiet at night. Cell service for T-Mobile is not good however head into Gunnison and it's good," writes one camper.
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks near Monarch operate from May through October or early November. "I stayed here throughout the summer in 2024. It is a great place to explore from into the many surrounding popular locations," notes a Blue Mesa Ranch visitor, emphasizing the seasonal nature of camping in this high-elevation area.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch offers both indoor and outdoor pools for families. "One of the major highlights for us was the amazing pool setup—both indoor and outdoor pools were clean, well-maintained, and perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring," reports a family that visited.
Kid-friendly amenities: Monarch Spur RV Park provides dedicated recreation areas. "They have a nice camp store, WiFi that works, golf cart rental, a playground, kids games, a community area," notes a camper, adding "The kids didn't want to go anywhere they were happy just to hang out here at the campground."
Pond fishing: Sangre Vista RV Sites and other campgrounds offer fishing ponds suitable for children. At Mountain Time RV Park, one visitor mentioned the "campground is nestled among giant cottonwood trees and small pond. Easy access to downtown Gunnison."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: RV sites at Salida RV Resort and other campgrounds may require leveling equipment. "The gravel site was level side to side but sloped slightly back to front," notes one RVer about Riverside RV Park, suggesting campers bring leveling blocks.
Electric service options: Most rv campgrounds near Monarch, Colorado offer various hookup options. "Sites were incredibly long but a bit skinny but did the trick. You can hear the river running almost everywhere in the park," writes a visitor about Monarch Spur, which provides both 30- and 50-amp service.
Winter access limitations: Year-round RV campgrounds near Monarch are limited. Tomichi Creek Trading Post in Sargents remains open during winter but with potential access challenges due to mountain roads. "The Walmart is not a super store and has very little in the way of groceries. Local Grocers and Safeway are your better choice for food," advises a Blue Mesa visitor about nearby resupply options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Monarch RV Park?
What amenities are available at Monarch RV Park?
Monarch RV Park offers essential amenities for comfortable stays. While specific to Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground, nearby RV parks provide a good indication of standard amenities in the area. At Chalk Creek Campground & RV Park, visitors enjoy full hookups including 30-amp service, level sites, picnic tables, and fire pits. Many RV parks in the region typically offer clean restrooms with showers, laundry facilities, and on-site camp stores for basic supplies and firewood. Some parks also feature recreational amenities like playgrounds, game areas, and communal spaces for gatherings.
What is the location and accessibility of Monarch RV Park?
What is the location and accessibility of Monarch RV Park?
Monarch RV Park is situated in a scenic mountain setting in central Colorado. The park offers good accessibility for RVs of various sizes. Similar to Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins, Monarch likely offers both back-in and pull-through sites to accommodate different vehicles. The location provides convenient access to outdoor recreation opportunities, including fishing, hiking, and mountain activities. The Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting in the same region offers full hookups with some consideration needed for utility connections, which might be similar at Monarch. The park is accessible via well-maintained roads, making it suitable for most RV travelers including those with larger rigs.
How do past visitors rate their experience at Monarch Spur RV Park?
How do past visitors rate their experience at Monarch Spur RV Park?
Visitor experiences at RV parks in the Monarch area are generally positive. While specific ratings for Monarch Spur vary, comparable parks like Snowy Peaks RV Park receive excellent 5-star ratings for their clean facilities, friendly staff, and efficient services like 24-hour laundry and mail service. Similarly, Salida RV Resort earns 5-star reviews for its clean, level spots with sufficient space between RVs, mountain views, and convenient location. Visitors particularly value well-maintained grounds, helpful staff, and scenic settings when rating their experiences at RV parks in the region.
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