Best RV Parks & Resorts near Hartsel, CO

Several RV parks surround Hartsel, Colorado, providing convenient bases for exploring the central Colorado mountains. Middlefork RV Resort in Fairplay offers year-round big-rig friendly sites with full hookups including 50-amp service. Just south in Buena Vista, Valley Mobile RV Park operates from April through October with spacious pull-through sites and complete hookups for larger motorhomes. Mt. Princeton RV Park & Cabins provides year-round access with both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical options on level gravel pads. Salida RV Resort features large, level spots with gravel and ample space between RVs, directly on the Arkansas River with mountain views. One traveler noted, "Very clean, large level spots with gravel and plenty of room in between RVs. Great location, close to Salida and hiking & biking trails."

Most RV campgrounds in the region maintain clean shower facilities and laundry rooms, though amenities vary significantly between parks. Cell service can be inconsistent in mountain valleys, but Salida RV Resort visitors report excellent connectivity. Dump stations are available at most parks, with Middlefork, Valley Mobile, and Mt. Princeton all offering on-site sanitary dump facilities. Navigation to some parks requires careful driving on mountain roads with occasional steep grades. Pets are welcome at all reviewed RV parks, though specific restrictions may apply. During peak summer months and fall color season, advance reservations are strongly recommended as these RV sites fill quickly. Winter camping options are limited primarily to Middlefork RV Resort and Mt. Princeton RV Park, both maintaining year-round operations with appropriate cold-weather hookups.

Best RV Sites Near Hartsel, Colorado (323)

    1. Middlefork RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Fairplay, CO
    17 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."

    2. Valley Mobile RV Park

    1 Review
    Buena Vista, CO
    22 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!"

    3. Mt. Princeton RV Park & Cabins

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

    $75 / night

    "We were in their standard sites, which are pretty close to your neighbor... typical of RV park. They did have premium sites which were more spacious. Gravel and dirt everywhere."

    4. Diamond Campground & RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Woodland Park, CO
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 687-9684

    $30 - $110 / night

    "This location was perfect for exploring the area. It is very close to downtown Woodland Park and many attractions. Deer wander through the campground throughout the day."

    "Nicely wooded. 8400 feet elevation. Sites well separated for RV park. Pet friendly. Many semi permanent residents. Many short term campers. Tent spots also look nice. Very friendly campers."

    5. Tiger Run RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Breckenridge, CO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 453-9690

    $105 / night

    "We stayed in March for some spring skiing. Not only was it one of few if not the only park open during the winter months but is located right in between Breckenridge, Keystone and A Basin."

    "This RV resort is a fantastic location & open year-round. The park is clean and has lots of shade. The price is a little steep but you get lots of amenities."

    6. Pikes Peak RV Park

    23 Reviews
    Manitou Springs, CO
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 685-9459

    "The park was located very close to Garden of the Gods and about 45 minutes from Pikes Peak. Location was great."

    "Good shade trees, friendly staff and clean shower house/restrooms. Another nice feature is the free shuttle for Manitou has a bus stop along the road just outside the entry."

    7. Salida RV Resort

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

    $60 - $138 / 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."

    8. Wilderness Expeditions RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Salida, CO
    37 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."

    "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."

    9. Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground

    6 Reviews
    Monarch, CO
    41 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."

    10. Royal Gorge RV Resort & Cabins

    7 Reviews
    Cañon City, CO
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 420-1555

    $45 - $74 / night

    "We enjoyed our stay at the Royal Gorge RV Resort. The new owners were in the process of updating the bathhouse which will look beautiful from what I could see! The sites were level and well-kept."

    "We had a great tent spot up on the hill with a great view of the valley behind. So it was a quiet tent spot to ourself, but 30 seconds down the hill foe access to the amazing restroom and showers!"

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RV Park Reviews near Hartsel, CO

2094 Reviews of 323 Hartsel Campgrounds


  • C
    Jul. 8, 2021

    Diamond Campground & RV Park

    Rustic campground with a great location.

    This location was perfect for exploring the area. It is very close to downtown Woodland Park and many attractions. Deer wander through the campground throughout the day. It is rustic , with dirt/gravel roads and sites. Lots of pine trees and most spots are pull through. Some sites are a little close together but not all of them. Restrooms are clean. Small but nice laundry-room. Clean showers. A nice tent area. Staff was friendly and helpful. Try to get here before the office closes because finding your site may be difficult. It is a little hard to figure out the roads and the proper direction to go to fine your site and get into it.
    We were here for 4th of July and there were NO activities. No pool. There is a small playground area and a small stage that has been abandoned. The dog park is at the very back of the property. Everything on our 50 amp site worked perfectly. The site was ample for our toy hauler and truck. Sites are not level, bring proper equipment for leveling. Overall, it has an awesome Colorado vibe and we liked it here. Only downside was layout of sites, no activities. You have to reserve a spot to wash clothes. This became a problem because people reserve large blocks of time and don’t show up. I couldn’t use laundry, so be forewarned.

  • william H.
    Jun. 25, 2018

    Lone Rock Campground

    Line Rock review

    We love this campground due to the river access. The do have potable water but it tastes pretty bad, so brIng drinking/cooking water. Most, if not all sites, have a picnic table and fire pit. During reservable season (Memorial Day to Labor Day I believe), the campground host usually has firewood for sale. No cell service, no electric. We hear that the cafe In Deckers may be getting wifi. The campground is open all year but the water is shut off in the winter. Sites are close to each other.

  • 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!

  • Amanda M.
    Oct. 7, 2020

    Mueller State Park Campground

    Absolutely Wonderful

    This is less than thirty minutes from my house, but feels like a world away. Spots are close but private and paved pads make leveling easy. Most sites are pull through along the road and include electric. Back in sites are also available. The campground was full even with the snow and cold in early September. There are very few undesirable spots within the grounds, and the group sites are exceptional.

    Vault and flush toilets are available at various locations through the campground, and there is a self-service dump station available at the front of the campground. We did run into the issue of people dumping buckets of waste in the dump station and not washing everything down, so look before you step.

    Tent pads are large platforms filled with pea gravel, and include well maintained picnic tables and fire rings. The grounds and campsites are beautifully maintained and wonderful views of the surrounding mountains are plentiful.

    Watch out for wildlife and be sure to read restrictions and rules on the maps provided at the gate - use and closures change seasonally.

  • John L.
    Aug. 30, 2021

    Cripple Creek Hospitality House & RV Park

    Best rv park in Tellar County

    Have spent summer 2021 here.  A few blocks from all the casinos (they all run shuttles).

    Great staff, owners on site daily.  There is a food truck (Doc's) with GREAT food, permanently on site. Laundry on site, Shower & bathrooms.
    The Cripple Creek Burros (free range about town) are here often. NOTE: the burros like our hummingbird feeders!
    Open year round (limited rv sites open through winter)
    Hotel on property was once the Cripple Creek Hospital and is "period restored."

    I've spent seven summers in Colorado in my rv, Hospitality House and RV Park has been one of the best summers we've had.

    32' 5th wheel, 50 amp. Reasonable long term rate.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Judy F.
    Aug. 18, 2018

    Cripple Creek KOA

    Beautiful scenery

    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. Helpful owners. Sparkling bathrooms. Individual showers. Laundry rooms. Hummingbirds everywhere.


Guide to Hartsel

Discover the beauty of RV camping near Hartsel, 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.

Explore the Arkansas River and Nearby Trails

Amenities That Enhance Your Stay

  • Arrowhead Point Resort features spacious RV sites with full hookups, making it a comfortable choice for travelers.
  • The BV Overlook offers amenities like showers, picnic tables, and fire pits, ensuring a pleasant camping experience.
  • Leadville RV Corral provides well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms and laundry services for added convenience.

Activities for Every Outdoor Enthusiast

  • At Blue Mountain Campground, you can enjoy hiking, fishing, and exploring the nearby Eleven Mile Canyon.
  • Valley Mobile RV Park is close to hot springs and rafting opportunities, perfect for adventure seekers.
  • The Mt. Princeton RV Park offers access to various outdoor activities, including hiking and scenic drives, making it an ideal base for exploration.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Hartsel, CO is Middlefork RV Resort with a 4.2-star rating from 9 reviews.

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