Best Campgrounds near La Veta, CO
La Veta in Colorado has several good camping spots near the Rocky Mountains and Colorado River. Pinon Flats Campground in Great Sand Dunes National Park lets you get right to the dunes and see what makes this landscape different from other parts of Colorado. Zapata Falls Campground is close by too, with good views and a trail that takes you to the waterfall. Lathrop State Park has Pinon Campground where you'll find a quiet setting and facilities that are kept in good shape. Lake Isabel Fall Aspen Leaves Campground is worth checking out in autumn when the trees change color. Most camping areas here have the basics - pit toilets and picnic tables, but you might need to bring your own water in some places. You should book ahead if you can, especially in summer and fall when more people come through. Spring and fall are usually the best times to visit since summer gets hot and winter roads can be snowy and closed. Weather changes quickly here - temperatures drop fast and the wind can kick up without much warning. La Veta makes a good starting point for hiking and fishing trips in the area. Make sure to take all your trash with you when you leave to keep these places nice. Planning your trip carefully will make camping around La Veta much more enjoyable.
