Best Glamping near Lamar, CO

Sportsman's RV Park & Horse Motel and Mapes Lakeview RV Campground provide glamping accommodations near John Martin Reservoir in eastern Colorado. These sites combine the outdoor experience with upgraded comfort features like electric hookups, showers, and picnic tables for a more luxurious camping experience. "We were traveling through and needed a place to crash for the night so we decided to stop in... Was a great family friendly environment and pet friendly," notes one visitor about Sportsman's RV Park. Both locations offer year-round availability, making them suitable for seasonal glamping adventures regardless of when you visit. The sites provide drinking water and trash service, with Mapes Lakeview featuring 19 designated sites that accommodate glamping setups with amenities like firewood availability and shower facilities.

John Martin Reservoir State Park's Point Campground houses boutique camping pods with scenic reservoir views, particularly known for spectacular sunsets over the water. The glamping area features picnic tables and fire rings at each site, though guests should note the open prairie setting. "Beautiful sunsets. Stopped off for an overnight on the way to Great Sand Dunes NP. So glad we found this place," shared one camper. Activities include fishing directly from some camping spots, swimming at several beach areas, and boating with convenient launch facilities. The reservoir offers opportunities for water recreation with relatively uncrowded conditions, even during peak seasons. Visitors should prepare for the elements as the area experiences significant wind and seasonal insects. Reservations are required for all glamping sites, with a Colorado State Park pass needed for entry or available for purchase at self-serve kiosks.

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Glamping Reviews near Lamar, CO

14 Reviews of 3 Lamar Campgrounds


  • D
    Jul. 9, 2019

    Point Campground — John Martin Reservoir State Park

    Point Campground

    We stayed here 4th of July weekend. The lake hasty spots were all booked up but there was some on the point available last minute. These spots have some of the best views for the sunset. Some things to consider. No water so bring your own or you’ll have to go fill up at the lake hasty one. Bathrooms were available for few so you have to walk or drive up to them. Clean spots but no shade and very windy/buggy. The breeze at night kept us cool and didn’t get very hot until after 10am. people were walking down to the water to fish from the camp spots. We were able to drive our car into the wildlife area where you could park very close to the water and post up all day. I think you can also disperse camp like that but read the rules. We also drove across the dam and found some awesome sandy spots on the water. Dispersed camping was also available there. We posted up all day and had a blast playing in the water with our dog. Hardly anyone around. We went and got more ice on our second day at the bait shop right outside the park down the school road.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2019

    Point Campground — John Martin Reservoir State Park

    Reserve ahead of time - camp reservation system unrealible using phone

    This is more of a review on the Colorado's reservation system than the campground it self.  This is a by reservation only campground, which I did not know about before arriving as I was traveling and this was not my intended stopping point for the night.  As it turned out I was unable to camp here.  Arrived at 7pm after hours and they only way to make a day of reservation was to use their online system which started out fine.  Made a account with Colorado, then made one for the reservation system got to the final step and then it would not let me agree to the terms of service, tried numerous times with out luck.  They have two ways to pay for your entrance to the park, by paper or electronic means at a kiosk, but only through their reservation system for a campsite.  Would be nice if the kiosk would let you reserve a site.  So if you are traveling and need a campsite get here early while park staff are still on duty or you might be out of luck.

  • P
    Aug. 6, 2020

    Point Campground — John Martin Reservoir State Park

    Not exactly what I expected

    Very large open gravel and prairie area. Long drive from there entrance to sites on gravel roads. Sites near water are still about 100-200 yards from the water. Lots of wind, no trees. The basic sites have a table, grill, parking pad, and tent pad, all on gravel. The area is very large so getting to the bathroom is a hike. Requires reservation plus a park pass you can buy at an automated kiosk. Access to site is via the visitor center boat inspection area which has the self serve kiosk. Overall the site is fine, and when I went on a weekday in July there was only one other camper in the whole area - right next to me. The water is pretty but that's probably where others will camp just FYI.

  • Karl M.
    Jun. 5, 2021

    Point Campground — John Martin Reservoir State Park

    Overpriced for what’s there

    $20 for campsite plus $9 fee if you don’t hold a Colorado State Park pass, total $29 for no electric or water and pit toilets not near campsites. No shade at the “Pointe”. It’s a dam on the Arkansas River set in the prairie. Buggy. No easy access to the water near campground. Smell of cattle feed lots on the breeze.

  • Doug W.
    May. 21, 2021

    Point Campground — John Martin Reservoir State Park

    Dry camping with big skies

    We camped here in mid May during the week.  We were one of only 5 campers in the entire campground.  It is dry camping so come prepared.  It is also wide open with trees only off in the far distance.  If it is windy, which it often is in eastern Colorado, come prepared.  During the summer the sun will be unrelenting.  I have no doubt on a hot summer weekend, the sound of generators will be very annoying.

    But on the day we were there, the weather was fantastic, the wind mild and the temps cool for night time sleeping.  One side note, if you need a dump station there is one in the Hasty campground also in the park.  It has 4 lanes but it does not have water of any kind so you do not have the ability to wash your tanks.

  • Fred G.
    Oct. 25, 2019

    Sportsman's RV Park & Horse Motel

    Last minute

    We were traveling through and needed a place to crash for the night so we decided to stop in for the night... Was a great family friendly environment and pet friendly... Would recommend them without hesitation... I look forward to camping there more in the future myself...

  • Sarah G.
    Aug. 17, 2020

    Point Campground — John Martin Reservoir State Park

    Beautiful but buggy!

    We come to this reservoir all the time! They do a have a boat ramp and a few “beaches” to set up at if you want. But it’s covered in bugs. I know I know, that’s what camping is about BUT they are just annoying! Takes me a good hour after each trip to vacuum they all up out of the camper after each trip!


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