Cabin rentals near Penrose, Colorado range in elevation from 5,400 to 10,000 feet, providing various temperature zones depending on location. The area experiences over 300 days of sunshine annually, making seasonal planning important when booking accommodations. Most cabin facilities in this region have limited cell coverage, with several campgrounds noting guests should prepare for minimal connectivity.
What to do
Hot springs exploration: Royal Gorge RV Resort & Cabins puts visitors within 25 minutes of natural hot springs. "The view from the hot tub was amazing! The fire pits on the patio were cozy and inviting," noted one visitor who enjoyed the on-site hot tub with mountain views.
Wildlife watching: At Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort, wildlife encounters happen right at the campsites. "We saw deer wander around the campsites every morning and evening. The sites are terraced so that everyone has a beautiful view," reported a camper who stayed for five nights.
Hiking trail access: Mueller State Park Campground offers extensive hiking directly from the cabin areas. A visitor mentioned, "The end of the campground feeds into many trailheads, which are great for exploring," while another noted, "The trails were beautiful, well maintained, and not crowded at all."
What campers like
Privacy and space: Cabin sites at Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort offer substantial distance between units. One camper shared, "The site was extremely spacious with room to park our truck to the side and still have a big yard. There is a fire pit and picnic table and we were shaded by some big pines."
Clean, modern facilities: The Meadows Campground at Cheyenne Mountain State Park maintains high standards for their facilities. A visitor wrote, "The bathrooms have flush toilets and were super clean and well stocked," while another mentioned, "Sparkling bathrooms. Individual showers. Laundry rooms."
Quiet environment: Many cabin guests appreciate the peaceful settings. A camper at Mueller State Park noted, "So quiet and relaxing. The camp sites are well maintained and have vaulted toilets and water pumps conveniently located throughout the campgrounds."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Cripple Creek KOA operates only from May through early October due to its 10,000-foot elevation. A guest shared, "The air is thin up here- real thin. That also means that it's pure, clean blissfully light oxygen so breathe deep and enjoy it."
Elevation considerations: At higher elevation cabins, visitors may experience altitude effects. As one camper at Cripple Creek KOA observed, "Nestled on the back side of the mountain very high altitude and short of breath but really enjoyed it."
Reservation timing: Royal Gorge RV Resort fills quickly during summer months. Visitors recommend booking 3-6 months in advance for peak season. "We had a fabulous site surrounded by trees on three sides. The new owners are so accommodating!" mentioned a repeat visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Activity options: Colorado Springs KOA offers structured activities for children. "They have a water slide and other fun activities," noted one visitor, while another mentioned, "The pool area looks great for kids."
Cabin selection: Larger family cabins typically cost $25-45 more per night than standard units. A visitor at Cripple Creek KOA explained, "We stayed in a couples cabin which was beautifully done log furniture comfortable bed Fire pit in front of Cabin. There is showers laundry and store."
Outdoor cooking facilities: Some locations provide shared cooking areas. A camper at Cripple Creek KOA mentioned, "They had an outdoor kitchen with cast iron skillets for the campers to use as well as a stove and two big charcoal grills up at the main building."
Tips from RVers
Tent alternative: Cabin rentals provide a good option when weather disrupts tent camping. One visitor at Colorado Springs KOA recalled, "We ended up at the KOA and took advantage of one of their adorable little cabins. All five of us spent the night, actually pretty comfortably, and got a great night's sleep."
Elevation access: RVers note that some cabin areas have challenging access roads. A visitor at Royal Gorge RV Resort mentioned, "One thing we didnt like is road coming in was a little wash pan. Hard on our older rig."
Camp store convenience: Pueblo KOA maintains well-stocked supplies for cabin guests who may have forgotten items. "The camp store was well stocked with firewood, camping supplies, a s'mores bar, cold drinks and lots of Colorado made items," noted a visitor to Royal Gorge RV Resort.
