Best Tent Camping near Poncha Springs, CO

Recent Tent Reviews near Poncha Springs, Colorado

1186 Reviews of 40 Poncha Springs Campgrounds

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  Donna A.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 22, 2023

  Spillway Campground

  Absolutely beautiful especially when the sun is out!

  We had a great time in Site #24, camping in a tent.  This site is inadequate for an RV or even a camper, as the parking spot is just a widening in the road.  But the site was very private and  had beautiful views.  I left a day early as a new neighbor came to the site across the road and was running his generator a lot….so I just decided to leave….

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  Stephanie

  Scout

  

  Aug. 31, 2020

  Chalk Creek Campground & RV Park

  Rv and Tent sites

  Rv sites in lower meadow are great. We camped in a tent on weekend on site T12. AMAMZING river front meadow site. The last weekend we used a travel trailer and it rained all weekend so we were glad to have a trailer this time. The water is warm because it is below mt princeton hot springs.

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  Kelly P.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 11, 2018

  Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA

  Family & pet friendly, good location, and lots of fun activities

  Campground had lots of RV sites and fewer tent sites but nice tent sites. Beautiful views of the mountains and close to many of the rafting companies and other local attractions as well as to the Royal Gorge bridge ans hiking. Staff were very friendly. We were there for a few, big, afternoon thunderstorms, one of which caused a little flooding around the office. Tent sites are on slight hill so no flooding but lots of little rivers running through our campsite. We would stay here again- the kids loved thr go-karting, mini-golf and giant slide. There is also a pool onsight which we did not use.

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  Jenn G.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 20, 2019

  White Star

  Superb!

  They have drinking water & firewood available.

  Great views from my tent site.

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  Curtis K.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 1, 2020

  BV Overlook

  Buena Vista

  Lives up to the Beautiful View in the foot hills of Presidential Peaks. Tent camped in August and woke up one morning at 38 degrees. Very nice and clean.

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  Ron P.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 11, 2022

  Angel Of Shavano Group — Psicc

  No defined or maintained tent sites

  Flies, no defined tent sites, some had tent areas but rain water ran right through them. Entire area smells very bad. Area was not maintained .weeds, grass etc no managed.

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  Katie D.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 1, 2020

  Cotopaxi-Arkansas River KOA - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

  Better options out there

  In my opinion this place is kind of rundown and dumpy. Maybe it hasn’t been maintained bc of covid closures? Idk either way I wasn’t impressed. We had a tent site. The tent sites were small and along a cliff with the Arkansas below. Our “large” tent site barely fit our big cabin tent, with enough room to park our vehicle. Our tent was literally a foot away from the road you pull in on. We had 2 young kids with us and I would not call it very kid friendly. We were Constantly having to keep an eye on them. Either they fall off a cliff into the river or worry about them getting into the main 2 way camp road that huge rvs and trucks drive by on. It was very hard to “relax” while kids were trying to play. The sound of the river at night was nice that’s about it. The encounters I had with staff weren’t great. A bit rude and unhelpful. I feel the prices are high considering you can’t use any amenities advertised due to covid restrictions. There were a lot of “rules” they had I haven’t encountered in other campgrounds. There are much prettier/nicer campgrounds along the Arkansas River I would stay at.

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  Curtis B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 23, 2018

  Stoll Mountain Campground — Eleven Mile State Park

  High Plateau Peace

  Another great Colorado State Park, it sits above Eleven Mile Reservoir. The sites offer everything from tent sites to full hook up. There is limited shade, but most sites are exposed.

  Theres beautiful hikes around the lake and the fishing is awesome between the reservoir and Spinny Lake, and 11 Mile Canyon below the dam.

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  Jenn H.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 4, 2018

  Spillway Campground

  Narrow paradise

  This place is great. Quiet. Fun, and beautiful. Short steep hikes. Fly fishing mecca. Long bumpy 11 mile dirt road ride. But worth it. Recommend tent camping. No long or big campers = tough trek in.

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  brandon W.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 1, 2024

  Red Canyon Park

  Great stay very close to Canon City

  This was my first time solo tent camping. It went well. The space had a fire ring and picnic table. I might have been the only person at the park and it was quite peaceful!

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  Brick M.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 27, 2020

  Rincon Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

  Beautiful location but...

  We tent camped here in late September. Beautiful location with well-kept sites and bathrooms. However sites are close to the road and we could hear the traffic all night. Probably best suited for RVs and quick spot to camp.

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  Sydney C.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2022

  Road 240 - Dispersed

  Beautiful spot, yucky road READ ME if you have a trailer

  This area is absolutely beautiful. There are a few tent camping spots at the bottom right before you cross the bridge. As you continue up the road past the bridge, there are 3 spots you can bring a small trailer to and a couple more tent spots. DO NOT bring your trailer past the 3rd spot up the road after the bridge. And do not drive up that section to the 3rd if it is already taken (scout ahead here, trust me). You won't be able to turn around and the road gets worse with no where to turn around and no spots. There are more places for tent camping the further up you go though but the road is not good so all-wheel or 4WD with clearance is needed. I pretty much only saw trucks and outbacks and 4runners making it up there.

  Other than that, it's next to the water, the trees are good and healthy, near lots of hiking trails, (angels of shavano TH takes you up the most beautiful section of Colorado trail (': it was a butt kicker though), not great service but I had enough to send a text whenever I needed to. I spent 4 nights here and will 100000% be back. Loved it so much.

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  Jeff H.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 10, 2019

  Arkansas River Rim Campground

  Great Campground !

  We enjoyed our stay here very much! Jeff has the place in fantastic shape and is very accommodating. There are very nice full hook-up sites as well as beautiful tent sites here. Bathroom and showers are spotless, too. And, rates are very reasonable!

  We are Colorado folks and know where to find great campgrounds. We always enjoy Arkansas Rim and highly recommend it!

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  Sydney S.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 18, 2021

  Dexter Point Campground

  Absolutely stunning!

  Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to camp. Tent sites are incredible with amazing views! If you’re in a rv it’s just a parking lot. But still has great views!

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  Will T.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 3, 2021

  Tall Texan RV Park & Cabins

  Great place to stop for the night

  The tent sites are kind of centralized, not a lot of privacy. With that said, the sites were level and the facilities were fine. Good location, not far from crested butte.

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  lyndsay D.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 9, 2021

  Dinner Station

  Beautiful river, beautiful mountains

  Great spot for fishing, waking up to river sounds, and sage brush Mountain Views. Lots of four wheelers/RVs so if you’re looking for something more remote and tent only this is not the place! We used it as an overnight spot for tent camping between Leadville and crested butte and that worked perfectly.

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  kyle

  Guide

  

  May. 6, 2024

  Ruby Mountain Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

  Beautiful spot

  Really gorgeous camping spot with easy access to tons of different outdoor activities. Tent sites are very well maintained and very beautiful. Walk-in sites are very close to parking, I would barely consider them walk-in sites. My only complaint is that the tent pads are made of gravel and therefore extremely hard to properly stake down tents.

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  Kara D.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 29, 2019

  Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA

  Beautiful location

  Tent sites are on the hill and have lovely views. The tent pads are pretty small though. They are great for 1-2 people, but we are a family traveling with pets, so we have a larger tent. Nice community feel. Lots for kids to do. Close to rafting, Royal Gorge and other attractions.

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  Troy

  Scout

  

  Aug. 27, 2020

  Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA

  KOA

  I've got a slide in camper was given a tent site in the far back corner of the campground. Staff was AMAZING...they'de give my wife rides to the pool and were extremely courteous and friendly. Going back next weekend.

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  Clint P.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 12, 2018

  Elbert Creek — Psicc

  Massive or Elbert Climbs

  Perfect location if hiking either of these two mountains. Great tent sites and multiple spots per campsite. As good a camping spot relative to a 14er trailhead as you can get. Cannot day enough good about this campground. Highly recommended.

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  Susan D.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 12, 2018

  Lodgepole (taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)

  Quiet campground

  We spent 2 nights tent camping on site #15. Camp host was very friendly and site was nice and spacious. The tent pad had been raked/cleared prior to our arrival, which was nice. The campground is across the street from the river and it was nice to hear the rushing water. However, we could also hear (and see) passing cars on the main road.

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  shawn

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 12, 2021

  Hayden Creek Road

  Great dispersed camping, Absolutely a gem

  Tent camped in the dispersed area because Hayden creek was full, near Rainbow trailhead, entire area to ourselves 98% of the time besides two groups of hikers over 2 nights almost 3 days. Bring camp toilet for dispersed camp areas or walk to the vault toilet at Hayden creek (long walk). Camped right along the brook an filtered water.

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  David

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 28, 2021

  Collegiate Peaks

  Nice site, bring a tarp

  We got rain every day. I should have brought a tarp for over the picnic table. My site was also a bit hilly and took a while to find a reasonably flat tent site. Water required a drive to the pump near site 18

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  Whitney J.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 21, 2015

  Sand Gulch Campground

  Sleep at the Base of the Crag

  Located right off Shelf Road climbing area, this is the best spot to stay for a weekend on the rocks. Spots are open to multiple tent sites and are relatively cheap. Even better, there's a vault toilet...but you can expect a line.

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  Megan E.

  Ranger

  

  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.

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  Kenneth S.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 11, 2021

  Rincon Campground — Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

  Great view of the Arkansas River. Probably best suited for RVs.

  Wednesday, August 4, 2021 

  Motorcycle tent camping along the river. This campground did not have much shade. Only one group table had a cover over it. Some shade trees along the river bank. Great views of the Arkansas River. Highway 50 close to this campground. It was noisy. All night long, cars would pull into the campground stoping at the restrooms and shining lights into my tent. Probably best suited for RVs and quick spot to camp.

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  Courtney L.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 11, 2019

  Browns Creek

  Peaceful dispersed camping

  Great place for dispersed camping in San Isabel. We chose a tent site up 274 at the end of the road late Friday evening. Still plenty of spots available! Recommend the hike to browns lake nearby. Vault toilets at the trailhead if needed.

  Our spot was right off the Colorado trail, lots of thru hikers going by. Originally we had wanted to stay at iron city campground (first come first serve) but all spots were taken. It was a happy mistake because we liked dispersed camping here better 🙂