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    Several cabin rentals are available in the Taylor Park, Monarch Spur, and Mountain Time RV Park areas near Pitkin, Colorado. Cabin camping near Pitkin ranges from rustic one-room units with basic furnishings to full-service accommodations with private bathrooms, full kitchens, and separate bedrooms. Taylor Park Trading Post features two-bedroom cabins with private showers and kitchen areas. "It was an awesome experience. Nice to have a private shower after being out on SXS all day. And nice cozy 2 bedroom cabin. Kitchen and small couch area. A campfire area too," noted one visitor about the Taylor Park cabins. Most locations include electricity and some form of heating, with many providing outdoor fire pits for cooking and evening gatherings.

    Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The higher-end options typically include full bathrooms with showers, while more basic units may require guests to use shared campground facilities. Most cabin rentals in the area are pet-friendly, with Taylor Park Trading Post, Monarch Spur RV Park, and Three Rivers Resort all allowing dogs. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer months from May through September when tourism peaks. One review mentioned, "We got there the Sunday before Labor Day and stayed all week. Nice change from the Texas heat." Cabins near Gunnison and Buena Vista generally operate seasonally, closing during winter months when temperatures regularly drop below freezing.

    Most cabins provide beds with mattresses, but guests should bring their own linens, pillows, and towels unless explicitly stated that these are included. Kitchen supplies vary widely between properties, with some offering full cooking setups and others providing only minimal equipment. The Taylor Park Trading Post and Monarch Spur RV Park maintain on-site stores where basic provisions can be purchased. Many locations offer firewood for sale, saving campers from having to transport their own. Visitors should check with specific properties about what supplies are included, as amenities differ significantly between the more rustic KOA-style cabins and full-service cabin accommodations like those at Three Rivers Resort, which provides convenient access to the Gunnison, Taylor, and East Rivers for fishing enthusiasts.

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      1. Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground

      4.8(8)16mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "They have a nice camp store, WiFi that works, golf cart rental, a playground, kids games, a community area (even host occasional concerts) fishing, and a river running through."

      "This park (which comes up quickly on the stream side of US-50, eastbound or westbound), is historically located on a former 180-degree turn of the old narrow-gauge railroad. It is right on the S."

      from $40 - $60 / night

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      2. Taylor Park Trading Post

      5.0(5)15mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Nice to have a private shower after being out on SXS all day. And nice cozy 2 bedroom cabin. Kitchen and small couch area. A campfire area too."

      "This is a nicely equipped park, very popular with the OHV crowd. Great access to many miles of forest service roads. The lake is just down the hill. The laundry and showers are clean."

      from $27 - $65 / night

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      3. Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins (Formerly Tall Texan)

      4.1(14)22mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is a playground for the kids, laundry, and bathrooms with showers. They allow fires and provide a “fire pit” that is constructed from an old washer tub with legs welded on."

      "This is the most beautiful RV Camp in Colorado. We come every year."

      from $39 - $269 / night

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      4. Gunnison KOA

      4.3(16)24mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The spaces are generously sized, although the camping sites could use power outlets. They are very kid and pet friendly; and have a dog park."

      "We rented a cabin, no refrigerator or AC, and it was perfect for a fall trip. The colors of the Aspen made the entire area golden. Cabins are slightly close together."

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      5. BV Overlook

      4.0(21)27mi from Pitkin92 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We stayed in the Harvard tiny home, which had three full size beds in it. Two of the beds were up lofted, and those were more comfortable."

      "There are hiking/biking trails right off the road from the campsites. Each site is quite spacious and each has a picnic table and fire pit with a grill top."

      from $40 - $180 / night

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      6. Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting

      5.0(2)18mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Great location with full hookups for RVs."

      "They even have a Smokehouse Restaurant a short walk from our site. They have laundry, a store, and everyone has been super helpful and kind. I would totally stay longer, great place"

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      7. Arrowhead Point Camping Resort

      4.9(8)27mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We had showers and laundry, general store and wood for sale. Our site was very nice with lots of room. We had a picnic table and a fire pit in the site."

      "They have a small store where you can pick up items that you may have forgotten or run out off. (They have everything needed to make s’mores, that’s for sure. Right down to the roasting sticks.) "

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      8. Arkansas River Rim Campground

      4.3(9)27mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Very convenient off the highway, but then you get highway noise. Clean campground, very nice owner. We didn’t used the facilities so I can’t speak for that."

      "Pretty great campsite, the owner is awesome, a few miles outside of town. Wifi, showers, bathrooms, laundry."

      from $28 - $60 / night

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      9. Salida East Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

      3.5(13)31mi from Pitkin34 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This campsite is a couple miles outside of Salida. Along the river it offers beautiful views and immediate access to the river. The camp host is friendly and the campsite is very well maintained."

      "This CPW campground is right off Highway 50 and is easy to pull in and out with a trailer. For how busy the campground sites and roads are, the campground is surprisingly quiet."

      from $28 - $90 / night

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      10. Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

      4.7(13)34mi from PitkinRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The bathrooms and showers were clean and nice. It’s also in a great location with proximity to black canyon of the gunnison national park, crested butte, and so many lakes."

      "Very nice park recently acquired by Thousand Trails. stayed here for 2 weeks with my thousand trails membership."

      from $30 / night

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    • Les R.The Dyrt Pro User
      Nov. 29, 2025

      BV Overlook

      great tiny homes near the collegiate peaks

      We stayed in the Harvard tiny home, which had three full size beds in it. Two of the beds were up lofted, and those were more comfortable. The third bed on the ground floor was very hard and lumpy, we gave my dad our extra pillows to put over the rough spots. But if you were booking to just use two beds (two couples or two singles) it would be fine. The bathroom is very compact, but the clean and nice hot water. The kitchen is fully functional, plus a BBQ and picnic table on the outside. The grounds were quiet and we had plenty of space away from neighboring visitors. Tongs of hiking trailheads and rock climbing was within a half hour drive.

    • Crystal C.The Dyrt Pro User
      Nov. 1, 2018

      Salida East Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

      Great Pricing Open Year Round

      I was hoping to go here to see some people launching their white water rafting, however that was not the case when I was visiting. Despite being open year round there was not a lot of activity going on when I was there in late October during midweek. The surroundings were amazing, however I opted to not stay because a cold front was coming in to push through some snow, probably the reason why people where not rafting.

      The sites for camping were nice, there were many campgrounds to choose from along the area and sites were large and spacious. Most importantly they were reasonably priced at only $18. Part of what makes these camps be able to not close their doors seasonally is their vault toilets, with no running water at camp they do not have to worry about pipes bursting or issues relating to this so camp can keep going.

      Sites are equipped with traditional picnic table, fire ring and grill and there is a changing area at the campground too just to get out of the gusty winds and provide a bit of shelter for getting cleaned up each day.

      The Salida campground does have a boat ramp and launch right beside camp and fully backs up to the river itself so you have amazing views from any campsite. You really can't lose with this place!!

      TIPS:

      • Come prepared there is limited cell service here and no store on site so you will be needing to go to town if you forget anything.

      • Check weather conditions, though open year round you will want to prepare if cold fronts are passing through as this area is already a bit cooler being so close to the waters edge.

    • Dave L.
      Aug. 16, 2020

      Arrowhead Point Camping Resort

      Great campground!

      This campground is right off the road and easy to find. They had RV sites in the front of the camp and tent sites up the road. We had showers and laundry, general store and wood for sale. Our site was very nice with lots of room. We had a picnic table and a fire pit in the site. There were a few portable bathrooms that were super clean available for night time runs.

      Great views of the mountains!

    • Mechel M.
      May. 22, 2018

      Gunnison KOA

      Beautiful Setting and Family Friendly

      The Gunnison KOA is in a beautiful setting with large trees that is about 75 yards from the river. The spaces are generously sized, although the camping sites could use power outlets. They are very kid and pet friendly; and have a dog park. There is a friendly donkey who roams the grounds, so make sure your 4 legged friends are okay around bigger animals. The bathrooms are clean and functional. The same could not be said for the dishwashing station that is outdoors. It is in horrible condition, including a dripping faucet. Also, be aware that you are very close to the river and there is a mosquito and moisture problem. Even with these minor problems, this is still a great place to stay.

    • Roberta W.
      Nov. 23, 2023

      BV Overlook

      Dump Run by Crooks

      This campground is an absolute dump run by dishonest crooks. We stayed here in October on a night that it got below freezing and snowed. We were put in a cabin that had a 2-inch gap between the bottom of the door and threshold. The heater was more like a hair dryer and didn’t warm the cabin. It was 40 degrees in the cabin so we didn’t sleep. The floor crunched while walking on it and the platform bed was metal. When we got off the bed there was a loud bang. When we tried to get a refund from the owners she blamed us and said the problem was we didn’t understand rustic cabins. We have stayed in rustic cabins in the cold months for 10 years and never experienced this. There are many places in Buena Vista…take your business elsewhere.

    • Megan E.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 25, 2021

      Gunnison KOA

      Favorite KOA

      Within minutes from Hartman’s Rocks and one of the only KOAs that has so much grass. We rented a cabin, no refrigerator or AC, and it was perfect for a fall trip. The colors of the Aspen made the entire area golden. Cabins are slightly close together. Would definitely tent camp and enjoy the grass and fire pits next visit.

    • EThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jun. 13, 2025

      Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

      Great location!

      We stayed here for 3 nights and loved it! There is so much to do on the ranch such as swim in the pools, play games, horseback ride, etc. The bathrooms and showers were clean and nice. It’s also in a great location with proximity to black canyon of the gunnison national park, crested butte, and so many lakes. The sites all had picnic tables, fire rings, and nice landscaping. It was really enjoyable. We’re living in my camper full time right now so it was a good break from true wilderness. The only thing i would add is water fountains. but that’s it!

    • L
      Aug. 7, 2022

      Sapinero Village Campground

      Fantastic Location in Colorado!

      My friend and I stopped here on our way to Telluride. We stayed in The Loft above the lodge (so we did not camp), and we just loved it. It was so quiet and comfortable with the two beds, living area, kitchen, and bathroom. 

      The views of Blue Mesa reservoir were stunning. The park is tiered, so each site has a wonderful view. There are also three cabins available (they have all been beautifully remodeled), as well as a bathhouse. We had a boat ride (there is fishing available), and I heard there is ice fishing and snowmobiling available in the winter. I highly recommend this park!

    • Mary S.
      Jun. 22, 2018

      Salida East Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

      A place to sleep conveniently located near Salida, but that's it

      Salida East is a 25 site campground run by Colorado Parks and Wildlife through an agreement with the Bureau of Land Management. Unfortunately, that means you pay $7/day for a "day use" pass (or purchase an annual pass for $70) in addition to the camping fee of $10 or $18. The price of a site is on the post at the site. A site with a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad (on pebbles) is $18. It's $10 if the site only has a fire ring.

      I thought the sites were not reservable, but then I saw some upcoming reservation tickets on a few sites. This campground is part of the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Look for that area on the Colorado Parks and Wiildlife website to make a reservation

      There are no hookups and no potable water at the campground, but there are vault toilets and a couple porta potties. There is no place to dispose of trash. Haven't had that happen before!

      This is really just a camping spot. I'm not sure why a day use fee is necessary because there is nothing else to do there unless you have a boat. There's a boat ramp. There is nothing else to do in the campground.

      Being next to the Arkansas River is nice and being able to look at mountains in the distance is nice, but the sites are on gravel/dirt. It's adequate for a one night stay close to Salida, but I wouldn't want to hang out here during the day. You can use the pool and shower at the aquatics center for $5.

      One more thought - BLM has Colorado River campgrounds in Utah with beautiful views for $10/night. They turned this site on the Arkansas River over to Colorado, so it's $10/$18 plus $7 for "park" access. Kinda greedy in Colorado and not impressed with Colorado park sites. We'll try to stick with federal sites.

    Guide to Pitkin

    Cabins near Pitkin, Colorado occupy elevations averaging 9,200 feet with nighttime temperatures regularly dropping below freezing even during summer months. Located within the Gunnison National Forest, the rental properties typically operate from May through October, closing during winter when mountain roads become impassable. Most cabin accommodations require advance reservations during peak season.

    What to do

    River fishing access: Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting provides cabin lodging at the intersection of the Gunnison, Taylor, and East Rivers. "The campground is perfectly situated at the intersection of the Gunnison, Taylor, and East Rivers, making it ideal for fly fishing. They offer cabins, RV sites, and long-term housing options," notes a visitor.

    Mountain biking from your cabin: BV Overlook cabins connect directly to trail systems. "We visited Buena Vista mainly to mountain bike and we loved that you can ride right from the campsite onto the trails," explains a camper who appreciated the convenient access.

    Trail hiking: Monarch Spur RV Park & Campground offers cabin stays near numerous trailheads. "Salida is a quick drive away and the trail is only a mile up the road. Staff was incredible and store well stocked," states a Colorado Trail hiker who used the cabins as a basecamp.

    What campers like

    Cabin privacy: Tent campers upgrading to cabins at Mountain Time RV Park (formerly Tall Texan) appreciate the solitude. "This park is nestled in a beautiful section of forest with a pond on site. Great walking around the park for our pups, reliable hook ups, clean facilites, and very friendly staff," reports a recent visitor.

    Kitchen amenities: Arkansas River Rim Campground cabins include cooking facilities that save campers from packing additional gear. "Pretty great campsite, the owner is awesome, a few miles outside of town. Wifi, showers, bathrooms, laundry. Off a main road, but Arkansas River is right behind and you can walk down to it from the campground," notes a satisfied guest.

    Winter protection: Cabin accommodations at higher elevations provide needed shelter from freezing temperatures. "The temps were getting below freezing at night. Nice change from the Texas heat. The morning we left it was 23 degrees so protect your water lines," advises a Taylor Park Trading Post cabin guest.

    What you should know

    Rustic vs. deluxe options: Cabin amenities vary significantly between properties. "We stayed in number 4, it was great, secluded, and right on the river. Also has showers and a small store. Owners are wonderful people," reports a Monarch Spur camper.

    Year-round restrictions: Most cabin rentals close completely during winter months. Gunnison KOA notes in their listing that they operate from "May 1 to Oct 1" with no winter availability.

    Kitchen supplies: Pack essential cooking items as cabin kitchens vary in equipment. "It was an awesome experience. Nice cozy 2 bedroom cabin. Kitchen and small couch area. A campfire area too," shares a visitor about Taylor Park's cabin amenities.

    Bedding requirements: Most cabin rentals provide mattresses but not linens. Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch informs cabin guests to bring their own bedding. "This is a gem in the country of Gunnison. Plenty of activities in the clubhouse along with 2 pools. Nice cool nights and love the dark nights to star gaze," notes a recent guest.

    Tips for camping with families

    Activity centers: Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch offers family-friendly facilities with indoor recreation. "We had such a relaxing stay! One of the major highlights was the amazing pool setup—both indoor and outdoor pools were clean, well-maintained, and perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring," reports a family visitor.

    Cabin orientation: Request specific cabin locations based on your family needs. "We stayed in the upper section and had no problem getting a reservation, even on busier weekends," notes a Blue Mesa long-term guest about securing optimal locations.

    Entertainment options: Arrowhead Point Resort offers varied accommodations with on-site recreation. "They have a small store where you can pick up items that you may have forgotten or run out of. (They have everything needed to make s'mores, that's for sure. Right down to the roasting sticks)," explains a visitor traveling with a large group.

    Tips from RVers

    Utilities in cabins: Note which cabins include full utilities if transitioning from RV camping. "We stayed here while visiting family. The staff was great! It's a great location, has hiking and biking trails and some amazing views of the mountains," reports a BV Overlook visitor.

    Shower access: Confirm bathroom accommodations before booking. "Bathrooms and showers just a short walk from the campsite were convenient and refreshing. Enjoyed the campfires and beautiful sunrises and sunsets on this spot," shares a Taylor Park Trading Post guest.

    Site placement: Request specific cabin locations if traveling with an RV group. "Sites are larger than many campgrounds. Laundry, bathrooms, and showers are clean. The staff is very friendly. Most sites are shaded.... a real treat in this area," notes a Mountain Time RV Park visitor.

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