Best Glamping near Mosca, CO

The UFO Watchtower and Alamosa KOA provide distinctive glamping experiences within easy reach of Great Sand Dunes National Park. The UFO Watchtower features simple yet comfortable canvas accommodations with picnic tables and fire rings, offering unobstructed mountain views and exceptional stargazing opportunities. "The star gazing is amazing," noted one visitor, highlighting the pristine night skies that attract both astronomy enthusiasts and those seeking UFO sightings. Alamosa KOA provides more luxurious glamping cabins with electricity and comfortable furnishings, along with access to a heated outdoor pool, playground, and on-site amenities like pizza delivery to your accommodation.

Both properties offer unique experiential features beyond standard lodging. The UFO Watchtower includes access to its observation deck and alien-themed garden, creating a quirky, memorable stay approximately 30 minutes from the sand dunes. According to a camper, "It's such a unique place in CO, you should really check it out." Alamosa KOA provides family-friendly amenities including a pool that "was warm enough for even adults to slip right into," weekend pancake breakfasts during peak season, and convenient positioning for exploring the San Luis Valley's attractions. Both locations remain open seasonally, typically from April through October, with advance reservations recommended during summer months when eco-friendly glamping options throughout the region reach capacity.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Mosca, Colorado (20)

1. Great Sand Dunes Oasis
54 Reviews
Great Sand Dunes National Park And Preserve, CO
18 miles
Website
+1 (719) 378-2222
$25 - $169 / night
"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."
2. Alamosa KOA
18 Reviews
Alamosa, CO
13 miles
Website
+1 (719) 589-9757
"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."

3. UFO Watchtower
11 Reviews
Mosca, CO
10 miles
Website
+1 (719) 378-2296
$15 / night
"There is an observation deck above the ufo information center. Which also sells souvenirs. Porto potty’s are the restrooms. The view is great of the surrounding mountains."

"The area was very clean and although it's right off the highway the camping spots are tucked far enough away to where it's no bother."
4. Dunes Desert Camp
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Mosca, CO
6 miles

5. Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge
3 Reviews
Moffat, CO
28 miles
Website
"The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge offers a unique blend of outdoor activities and relaxation, making it an ideal getaway for sports enthusiasts."

"The Colorado Sports Ranch and Refuge offers a unique blend of outdoor activities and relaxation, making it an ideal getaway for sports enthusiasts."
6. Valley View Hot Springs—Orient Land Trust - CLOTHING OPTIONAL
11 Reviews
Villa Grove, CO
39 miles
Website
+1 (719) 256-4315
"The camp sites were simple but great and you have total access to all hot springs, bathrooms, showers, sauna, AND a communal outdoor kitchen."

"Clothing optional hot springs and camping"

7. Joyful Journey Hot Springs
6 Reviews
Villa Grove, CO
36 miles
Website
+1 (719) 256-4328
$80 / night
"The RV spots are on one side of the large parking lot, with the hook up spaces in the middle, with non-electric spots running around two of the outside sides. "

"The Sangre de Christo Mountains tower in the distance and on a moonlit night, they positively glow from the farthest pool."
8. South Fork Campground
4 Reviews
South Fork, CO
38 miles
Website
+1 (719) 873-5500
$29 - $42 / night
"Nestled next to the Rio Grande River hand its gorgeous. This is the Rio Grande in Colorado so there's plenty of running water for tubing, rafting and fishing."

"There is an office at the entrance and the staff were friendly. Next to the office is a community room and laundry room.

The RV sites have water and electric hookup."

9. Cutty's Resort - Hayden Creek
10 Reviews
Coaldale, CO
48 miles
Website
+1 (719) 942-4222
$60 - $300 / night
"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."

"They have lots of outdoor activities on site: mini golf, tetherball, swimming pool, play areas, cornhole, etc. Wonderful location with a peaceful stream running through it."
10. Lake Fork
6 Reviews
Capulin, CO
41 miles
Website
+1 (719) 274-8971
"Pretty sure when I was there the campsite was actually closed, but it was easy to drive up to with a large parking lot for what seems to be launching boats on the lake. Gorgeous, quiet and secluded."

"There are trash cans as well as clean restrooms. I enjoyed this place so much because of the lack of campers."

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Brittany R.
Guide
Sep. 15, 2024
Valley View Hot Springs—Orient Land Trust - CLOTHING OPTIONAL
Came for the daily soak - stayed for the camping
This place was great! We originally planned just to do a daily soak before heading to our next campsite but ended up just staying here because we enjoyed it so much. The camp sites were simple but great and you have total access to all hot springs, bathrooms, showers, sauna, AND a communal outdoor kitchen. We participated in the clothing optional experience but didn’t feel like we had to. Great people all around from guests to staff. Highly recommend!
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Scout
Sep. 22, 2024
Joyful Journey Hot Springs
Costs a lot more than listed
We were charged $170 for a site in the middle of a gravel parking lot. It included dinner, breakfast and use of the hot springs. The WiFi didn’t reach us, but worked in the buffet style cafeteria-like dining area. Way overpriced for the experience!
Casey W.
Traveler
Jul. 17, 2018
Great Sand Dunes Oasis
Amazing stay with views of the Dunes!
We 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.
Sharon B.
Guide
Sep. 1, 2020
Alamosa KOA
What all KOAs aspire to
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. 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.
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Stephanie G.
Scout
Apr. 10, 2022
Great Sand Dunes Oasis
Our First Camping Trip of 2022
We 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!
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Ellen
Traveler
Sep. 11, 2021
Alamosa KOA
Great service!
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. 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!
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Sarah L.
Ranger
May. 15, 2019
Lower Beaver Creek Campground
Convenient off the road. Basic functionality. Clean bathrooms.
We ended up pulling into this campground at night when we didn't feel safe driving on the road any longer. Spots were easy to find. Basic setup, table and fire pit. Bathrooms were stocked and clean.
Shari G.
Legend
Jan. 3, 2024
Joyful Journey Hot Springs
Camping Isn't the Reason to Come Here
Just going to start by saying that camping is not why people come here -- it’s for the waters! The spa offers numerous pools and tubs at varying temperatures so you can find your joyful spot– be sure to check out the cold plunge pool as well.

The RV spots are on one side of the large parking lot, with the hook up spaces in the middle, with non-electric spots running around two of the outside sides. We were in one of these spots because we run completely on solar to save money. There are zero trees around the lot so sunshine was plentiful.

The bathrooms were clean, modern and nice, as was the small, shared kitchen where we could do dishes. In addition to camping the resort offers hotel rooms, private yurts, tipis, conference rooms and other hotel services. In addition to the soaking being included in the price, so was a buffet style breakfast and dinner. The food was delicious, and veggie/ organic friendly. The whole experience was very reasonably priced and relaxing!

There’s a lot of hiking nearby, in the mountains to the north, west and east- but definitely a drive away. We didn’t check out the walking path in the spa, but they did offer yoga classes in the yurt as well as private massages services and a host of other spa treatments.

There aren’t a lot of nearby towns that offer larger grocery stores, Crestone has a small co-op grocery as does Buena Vista, so if you are planning on cooking for yourself, come prepared.
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Eric B.
Scout
May. 16, 2021
Alamosa KOA
Alamosa KOA
This campground has everything you need. Trash pick up, firewood delivery pick nick tables and fire rings at every site. There is a well stocked store with ice, propane, firewood etc. We showed up on a Saturday and there was rock painting and $2 ice cream for the kids right next to the playground. If you want a quieter site however be sure to request something AWAY from the playground! It’s pretty noisy with the kids. Staff is great, views are good and the Sand Dunes are 1/2 hr away. Oh, they have free WiFi and hot showers as well. Kinda deluxe.