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Great Sand Dunes Oasis and Stonewall Lodge & RV Park offer distinctive glamping experiences in Colorado's southern region. At Great Sand Dunes Oasis, located just 2 miles from the National Park entrance, visitors can experience comfortable glamping accommodations with breathtaking views of the iconic dunes. "Breathtaking views with amazing stars," noted one visitor about the Great Sand Dunes location. The glamping sites at Stonewall Lodge feature full hookups in a picturesque mountain setting, with options more secluded than traditional camping sites. Both properties provide clean bathroom facilities with hot showers—particularly valuable after a day exploring the sand dunes—and convenient amenities like on-site stores for essential supplies.
Hiking trails accessible directly from these glamping properties lead to spectacular vistas of the surrounding mountains and valleys. According to a camper, "We were fortunate to find Stonewall Lodge. Full hook ups, very friendly and relaxed atmosphere, beautiful nature drives." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with deer commonly wandering through the Stonewall property at dusk. The Great Sand Dunes Oasis offers the convenience of sandboard rentals for $20 per day plus wax, allowing glampers to experience the unique thrill of sand sledding. The region boasts exceptional stargazing conditions, with one reviewer describing the night sky view as "phenomenal" due to the minimal light pollution. Seasonal considerations include operating dates—Great Sand Dunes Oasis operates from April through October, while some glamping accommodations at other properties may be available year-round.
"Beautiful place in Southern Colorado. It is a busy (small), very pretty campground Southern CO (not all spots are shaded). Great Hosts with clean vault toilets. "
"This campsite run by the National Forest Service is about two hours drive west of Trinidad Colorado and about 45 minutes from the small town of La Veta."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"It was our first time to tent camp in Colorado and it was great. Several sites to choose from. Some have views of the dunes, some are more secluded. Bathrooms were clean."
"It was still off season so we did not have running water at the site but we were able to fill up on site when we arrived."
from $25 - $169 / night
Check Availability"Clean friendly staff/owner. Larry is the man. Found this place when everything along the interstate was booked."
"Should have privacy fence from the place next door. Also have cabins to rent. Nice play area for children and a kitchen and a campfire area in the middle of campground."
from $45 - $50 / night
Check Availability"No running water. There’s a port o potty near by aswell as clear parking spots for camp sites. Each campsite has a fire pit and a metal cover over a picnic bench."
"28 + 10 for CO state 1 day pass ($80/yr), but trash, vault toilets, covered picnic tables, fire pits and BBQ grills, included 24 hr showers, laundry, garbage, full and self contained, ALL with lake"
from $28 - $250 / night
Check Availability"My relatives live in nearby Trinidad, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs. This site is convenient to all three."
"Nice clean park, Friendly staff. Bathrooms, showers and laundry area are cleaned on Schedule and great. Camp store a bit under stocked but nice to have."
"It is a beautiful quiet campground right next to a creek. It is not free though, it is $25 per night which is fine."
"The sound of the nearby river is very relaxing. Amenities are as expected with a secluded campground, we had no phone or internet service at all with AT&T or Verizon."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"There is a shower house with bathrooms that are well maintained. Trash is kept tidy and didn’t smell even on the 97 degree day. Very easy to access but no road noise (at least not at our site)."
"The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Even the drive up to it was peaceful and beautiful. It’s definitely a quiet, clean campground."
"Super easy to access, very nice staff & good amenities. I pitched my tent four one night here. Tent sites are spacious & have a privacy fence between them."
"The staff really make this place five stars. So sweet and helpful and welcoming! Amenities are fine, pool was closed during our post-labor day visit."
"It does have electrical hook ups which made it nice for our dog to enjoy a air conditioned trailer when it got hot during the day."
"This campground has electricity, clean vaulted toilets, and potable water. You can not hook water directly to camper though. It is within walking distance to Isabel lake."
from $30 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Has a fire pit with grill, picnic table, and sites 2, 5, and 9 have the log covering. The sites are pretty close together, but we had no problem with our neighbors."
"Arrived around 2 on a Saturday in the middle of August without reservations.. The camp takes reservations and there's a lady that comes around regularly to check registration/ enforce check out time."
from $25 / night
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ScoutBeautiful place in Southern Colorado. It is a busy (small), very pretty campground Southern CO (not all spots are shaded). Great Hosts with clean vault toilets. Lots of hiking trails and the lake (which is very pretty).
No phone reception (YEAH)... and a bit off beaten path. Close to La Veta and Cuchara.
Definitely a go back Campground.
TravelerWe loved this camp site! It was our first time to tent camp in Colorado and it was great. Several sites to choose from. Some have views of the dunes, some are more secluded. Bathrooms were clean. Very spacious tent site with a fire pit. Our tent sleeps 6 and we had no trouble fitting in the spot.
GuideSuper easy to access, very nice staff & good amenities. I pitched my tent four one night here. Tent sites are spacious & have a privacy fence between them. All wood burning fires are currently prohibited in Colorado, but there are fire pits for when they're not. I met a couple with an RV that make this camp a part of any trip this direction. They pointed out that even full this camp is still a gem.
TravelerAll dirt roads. No running water. There’s a port o potty near by aswell as clear parking spots for camp sites. Each campsite has a fire pit and a metal cover over a picnic bench.
ScoutWe absolutely loved Sand Dunes Oasis! It was still off season so we did not have running water at the site but we were able to fill up on site when we arrived. The code to the bathroom changes so if you check in after dark, be sure to get a new code the next day! We almost could not take showers as a result!
LegendThis campsite run by the National Forest Service is about two hours drive west of Trinidad Colorado and about 45 minutes from the small town of La Veta. The site is accessed off of scenic highway 12. You drive about 5 miles up a step dirt and gravel road with multiple switchback to reach near lake. This is the sister camp to blue lake campground about 1 mile down the mountain road. Bear lake is a beautiful mountain fishing lake at about 11,000 feet altitude. The site is very popular for families in the summer looking for great camping and even better fishing. The lake is full of trout and many campers were hitting their 4 fish limit. The site has better views of the mountain peaks than blue lake. The campsites have some privacy depending on the site. This place is very popular and reservations are a must in the summer months. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and ample parking for two cars or a van. They have great trails for hiking and ATVs here and campers frequently run into bears. So you need to prepare and take the necessary precautions. The site is also popular for ATVs. So would will need to prepare for vehicles running through the camp.
GuideI stayed in this campground in mid July for 3 nights. The campground is pretty rustic but clean. It does have electrical hook ups which made it nice for our dog to enjoy a air conditioned trailer when it got hot during the day. The sites are a little close together and positioned so it you have a trailer where your awning comes out is in direct view of the other campers. Also we brought our kayaks to enjoy the Lake. The only kicker is you are not allowed to park where the ramp is to walk your kayaks down to the lake unless you rent them from them. So you have to use the many flights of stairs that wind back n forth all the way down to the lake. They are lined with rail road ties sometimes stacked 5 high. So you have to lift your kayaks above the ties as you walk down. If you have a heavy kayak is almost dangerous of injury. I feel like if they have a ramp you can walk them to if you pay for the campground you should be allowed to park your vehicle there to do so.
GuideThis was a delightful experience for us. There are sites for every type of camper: tent, trailer, RV, glamping and cabins. This is a somewhat small but well maintained private campground with lots of simple amenities. All is the wooded back-in sites have full hook-ups (30A) and there are pull-thru sites (Ithink they are still 30A). The center wooded area is perfect for tents. A small dog park gave our girls the chance to run free for a little. There is a shower house with bathrooms that are well maintained. Trash is kept tidy and didn’t smell even on the 97 degree day. Very easy to access but no road noise (at least not at our site).
We have a 26’ trailer and stayed in site 18. It was near the end of the row and relatively quiet. We only wish we had a longer power cable. (Our next purchase!) Our port is at the back and the outlet was way up front. To reach, we had to set up near the front of the site which limited our parking. Just pointing that out for others who might be ill prepared too.
We were too far away to take advantage of WiFi which is fine, we just wandered up near the office to check our texts once daily. It might be more accessible if you are located closer to the office. No cell service for Verizon. Personally, I was happy to be unplugged for a couple of days!
Although we had a fire ban in effect, we were able to rent a propane fire pit from the office. Be super cautious and check fire restrictions for Custer County. (http://oem.custercountygov.com/firecon.htm)
Aspen Acres has a lot more staff than I expected and they patrolled frequently. Very helpful and friendly.
5 minutes from Bishops Castle and 10 minutes from Lake Isabel ($7 day use fee). Easy drive up from I-25 but fairly steep in spots if that is problematic.
We will stay again!
TravelerThe staff really make this place five stars. So sweet and helpful and welcoming! Amenities are fine, pool was closed during our post-labor day visit. Store is well stocked and they have a pizza shop on site that can be delivered to your campsite. Really good pizza!! The sites are typical KOA- fairly close but well kept and level. Some highway noise, worth it to reserve a “view site” because they’re farthest from the road and bigger. A+ experience!
The San Isabel National Forest region near La Veta offers glamping and camping experiences at elevations between 7,000-11,000 feet. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during days, dropping to 40-50°F at night. Forest Service roads leading to several campsites require high-clearance vehicles, and cell service is limited or nonexistent at most locations.
Fishing at mountain lakes: Bear Lake Campground provides trout fishing opportunities at 11,000 feet elevation. "The lake is pristine and clear and you can see every trout in the lake. The fishing was fantastic and the campsites were well situated and quiet," notes one visitor at Bear Lake Campground.
Sand dune recreation: Rent equipment for sand adventures 30 minutes from Alamosa. "You can rent sand boards and sleds here if the weather is right. There is also a restaurant with food that was better than we expected it to be and a gas station," explains a camper at Great Sand Dunes Oasis.
Wildlife viewing: Several campsites offer opportunities to observe local fauna. "Deer walking thru the campground at dusk was a neat site," reports a camper. Another mentions, "We were visited by several mule deer and very friendly chipmunks. Bears are in the area, but a bear-proof locker is on the site."
Stargazing conditions: The minimal light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing. "At night there is zero light pollution and you can see so many stars," notes a visitor at South Shore Campground. The high elevation and clear mountain air enhance celestial visibility.
Quiet mountain atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful settings. "Nice campground above San Isabel lake. Good fishing in the lake, we rented a paddle boat while staying there," shares a visitor at Lake Isabel St. Charles Campground.
Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept amenities. "Bathrooms were fantastic. Showers were some of the best I've seen with a private dressing area and hooks/shelves to put your dry clothes on. There is a dishwashing station also," reports a camper.
Seasonal availability: Most forest service campgrounds operate from May to October, with limited or no services in winter months. "The site is very popular for families in the summer looking for great camping and even better fishing," notes one camper.
Wildlife precautions: Bear activity requires proper food storage. "Campers frequently run into bears. So you need to prepare and take the necessary precautions," advises a visitor at Bear Lake Campground.
Water access challenges: Some locations have limited water sources. "No water at the sight, you need to fill your holding tank before you park. Electric only and dump site provided," explains an RVer at South Shore Campground.
Elevation considerations: The high altitude affects weather patterns and comfort. "Bear lake is a beautiful mountain fishing lake at about 11,000 feet altitude," notes a camper, indicating visitors should prepare for altitude effects.
Playground amenities: Aspen Acres Campground offers child-friendly facilities. "This was a campground that had RV spots, cabins and tent spots. Staff was very friendly and they had a lot things to do for the kids in the camp store/facility," shares a visitor.
Hiking difficulty levels: Some locations offer beginner trails suitable for children. "Hiking, playground, geocaching. We will definitely be back!" reports a family at South Shore Campground.
Weather preparedness: Mountain conditions change rapidly, requiring extra clothing layers. "We spent the first day in our tent due to weather. The road was a bit washed out but the camp host was great. We didn't let the rain keep us down, and the day we were leaving the sun made a visit!"
Kid-friendly activities: Several locations offer organized activities. "We showed up on a Saturday and there was rock painting and $2 ice cream for the kids right next to the playground," notes a visitor at Alamosa KOA.
Hookup variations: Water and electric services differ between sites. "The sites are close together. Should have privacy fence from the place next door. Also have cabins to rent. Nice play area for children and a kitchen and a campfire area in the middle of campground," explains an RVer at Stonewall Lodge & RV Park.
Site spacing: Many RV areas position vehicles close together. "The sites are really close together. We had no issues with our neighbors. Everyone was quiet and kept to themselves, but I can see if you had noisier neighbors or wanted more privacy it could be an issue."
Leveling considerations: Most campgrounds have graded sites requiring minimal adjustment. "The RV sites were leveled very well, and they have both 30-amp and 50-amp sites available," reports a visitor.
Road conditions: Access roads to glamping sites near La Veta often require careful navigation. "It is a very rocky climb after the sand and you could easily pop a tire," warns one camper about mountain access routes.
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