Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Lamar, CO
Sundance High Plains RV Park & Cabins provides dedicated grass areas for dogs in an all-gravel facility south of Lamar. Pets are welcome at all campgrounds in the area with Sportsman's RV Park & Horse Motel offering a family-friendly environment specifically noted as pet-friendly by visitors. Lake Hasty Campground at John Martin Reservoir State Park accommodates pets at spacious, shaded sites with picnic tables and electric hookups. Recent visitors found the Lake Hasty sites clean with partial shade and excellent for pet exercise, though pet owners should be aware of wildlife including owls, muskrats, and rattlesnakes that can swim. Holly City Park, Mapes Lakeview RV Campground, and The Silos in Wiley RV Park also permit pets with varying amenities.
John Martin Reservoir State Park offers excellent opportunities for dogs to explore alongside their owners with easy walking access to the dam. Campgrounds require leashed pets at all times with owners responsible for waste cleanup. The park charges a daily vehicle fee ($9) in addition to camping fees, applying to both RVs and tow vehicles. Point Campground lacks shade compared to Lake Hasty's tree-covered sites, making the latter preferable for summer camping with pets. Neenoshe Reservoir provides free dispersed camping options for pets and their owners, featuring basic amenities including toilets but no hookups. Most campgrounds in the area have clean facilities with showers available at established RV parks. The region experiences extreme weather conditions with high winds and temperatures, requiring pet owners to ensure adequate shelter and water.