Looking for the best campgrounds near Howard, CO? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Colorado camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Howard, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
$60 - $300 / night
"Close to everything you need but you will feel away from it all."
"Our family and another reserved two sites next to each other. The pools on site were perfect for the kids. On site mini golf was a blast. The views in the campground were awesome."
".  really friendly staff, clean facilities, and very close to Salida! Was a perfect weekend."
"The creek that runs through the sites drown out any highway noise. Easy 5 minute run to fishing access. Very family friendly."
$28 / night
"This is a lovely, well maintained campground next to the Arkansas River. There is a boat launch and vault toilets (clean). There are no frills, but it is a peaceful setting."
"Basic campground surrounded by beauty nice lake"
$28 / night
"This campsite is a couple miles outside of Salida. Along the river it offers beautiful views and immediate access to the river. The camp host is friendly and the campsite is very well maintained."
"This CPW campground is right off Highway 50 and is easy to pull in and out with a trailer. For how busy the campground sites and roads are, the campground is surprisingly quiet."
"The camp sites were simple but great and you have total access to all hot springs, bathrooms, showers, sauna, AND a communal outdoor kitchen."
"Within 20 minutes of driving you have multiple Colorado 14ers to hike, amazing fishing, miles of mountain biking trails and 2 amazing towns with great places to eat or grab a beer. "
"Beautiful surroundings, picnic tables, fire rings. I gave it a 4 because of annoying rig running generator and a little highway noise."
$28 / night
"The campground is north of Salida Colorado on the Arkansas River. This is the busy spot at the end of the commercial river rafting run."
"Beautiful in its location, there were site improvements several years ago, which are nice and still hold true in 2023. (level tent pads, delineated sites, etc.)"
"We spotted big horn sheep on the cliff behind us! The park also had a live singer entertain one night!"
$28 / night
"Fairly close to Salida, but road can be tough for trailers. Nice starry skies but a little highway noise."
"You have to make a reservation online… and there is no cell service at this location."
"level, shaded, right by nice size creek. perfect for exploring and quiet. we were in tent but saw several largeRV. some traffic but never heard another person. were a few spots right next to us but we"
"Quite a few flat tent spots right by the creek although there are boulders from preventing you from driving too far into the woods."
GuideThis is probably my family's favorite area to camp in Colorado. Off the beaten path enough that traffic is minimal. But nice and close to some great four wheel and off roading areas.
GuideGreat place to camp in Colorado to avoid weekend crowds. Wide open, off the beaten path as far as Colorado goes.
ScoutVery clean, large level spots with gravel and plenty of room in between RVs. Great location, close to Salida and hiking & biking trails. Directly on the Arkansas River -- river view spots are very nice and all spots have a view of the mountains, there's a bit of road noise from nearby highway. Friendly staff, nice clubhouse with showers, pool table & fitness center, there's a small dog park and pickleball courts. Direct access to Arkansas River for kayaks and small boats (walk down to river, can't drive there). Campground internet was spotty but cell service is great so internet is very good if you have a hot spot. Highly recommended, my only complaint is there's no pool or hot tub.
LegendThis spot is one of the best kept secrets for dispersed camping in Colorado. The road has plenty of camping spots all the way up to the lake. Most spots are wooded and offer plenty of shade. We were lucky enough to end up right along the river. If you keep driving down the road, you will end up at a stunning alpine lake basin that offers plenty of hiking. High clearance vehicle is necessary to get down this road.
TravelerStaff is accommodating and friendly, campground and facilities are clean, they are pet friendly. Have a club house, mail service, 24 clean efficient laundry room. Nothing allowed on their grass except the picnic table they provide, no shade tents, dog pens or mats we had a gravel area behind our site where we were allowed to put our dog pen, small foldable table with Our BBQ grill on it (they will allow BBQ grills on their picnic tables) and fire ring they provided for us.
ScoutApril's review of your place Buckaroo Bunkhouse& Horse Lodging Jun 28– 30, 2024 April User Profile Overall rating 5 Public review Beautiful area with a fun trailer. We had 4 people, a pet dog, and a service dog in training. There was room for all of us, and enough space to even give the kids a little bit of privacy. There was… Show more Private note from April Hi--thanks so much! We had an amazing time and the area is beautiful. Thank you also for welcoming our dogs. Detailed feedback Check-in 5 Responsive host Clear instructions Easy to find Easy to get inside+1 more Cleanliness 5 Free of clutter Squeaky-clean bathroom Pristine kitchen Accuracy 5 Looked like the photos Matched the description Had listed amenities& services Communication 5 Always responsive Local recommendations Proactive Helpful instructions+1 more Location 5 Peaceful Beautiful surroundings Private Value 5
Scoutthere was no tables except for the picnic only areas but that’s only from where my car could get to. i drive a fairly large car that has enough ground clearance for most things but there’s major dips in the roads. bright side tho there’s AMZING crystal finds here another down side there’s cacti mats everywhere and not safe for pets/dogs. also a termite cloud came as we were leaving our camp site. also (pt.2) every campsite was literally a few feet from the road and we heard rock slides happening often. theres no designated fire pits only rock pile ones. views were incredible tho
TravelerGreat location just 5.5 miles from Buena Vista downtown. Nice spacious sites (for RV) woth full hookup. Quarters required for showers. No fenced in pet area. Great spot to stop! Stayed 2 nights.
TravelerTent sites are on the hill and have lovely views. The tent pads are pretty small though. They are great for 1-2 people, but we are a family traveling with pets, so we have a larger tent. Nice community feel. Lots for kids to do. Close to rafting, Royal Gorge and other attractions.
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