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Unit 8 is the best. Next to a stream. Only a restroom. Bring exerything you need otherwise.
Glamping near Powderhorn, CO
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Sapinero Village Campground and Ouray KOA offer glamping experiences with fantastic views of the Blue Mesa Reservoir and surrounding mountains. At Sapinero Village, accommodations are tiered on a hillside, ensuring each glamping site captures panoramic lake vistas. Ouray KOA includes yurt accommodations alongside their cabin options, providing a comfortable alternative to traditional camping. Glamping units at these locations include proper beds, electricity, and convenient access to clean shower facilities. The beautifully remodeled cabins at Sapinero Village feature comfortable interiors with living areas and kitchens for a fully upgraded outdoor experience. One reviewer highlighted their experience: "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, all beautifully remodeled."
Hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and water recreation enhance the glamping experience in this region. Blue Mesa Reservoir provides excellent fishing and boating opportunities directly accessible from Sapinero Village Campground. Winter visitors can participate in ice fishing and snowmobiling, making these locations suitable for year-round glamping adventures. Most glamping sites in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with some facilities closing by September's end. The Sapinero Village lodge includes amenities like a game room with pool table and basketball, providing entertainment options during downtime. A visitor noted, "We loved the lodge area to hang out and connect with other campers, and the game room was a smash hit with our two sons - pool table, Jenga, Uno, shooting hoops!" Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with many campers reporting deer and moose sightings from their comfortable accommodations.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Powderhorn (35)
1. Gunnison KOA
"Big grassy sites, great staff, clean bathrooms. Stocked Trout pond. Great kid pay areas"
"Would definitely tent camp and enjoy the grass and fire pits next visit."
2. Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins (Formerly Tall Texan)
"They have a great staff that is friendly and always accessible! We have a back-in site but they have pull throughs also. There is a playground for the kids, laundry, and bathrooms with showers."
"This is the most beautiful RV Camp in Colorado. We come every year."
Check Availabilityfrom $39 - $269 / night
3. Dry Gulch Campground
"There is trash and bathrooms. Make sure you bring bug spray, the mosquitoes can be relentless.
The campground is tucked in a small gulch, helping to give relief from high winds."
"Clean and great surrounding scenery. Bathrooms , picnic tables and some water"
4. Sapinero Village Campground
"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."
"From the moment we stepped into the lodge to check in, we were greeted with the bright smiles of the owners. They escorted us to our site to ensure it was to our liking- wow!"
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $150 / night
5. Deer Lakes
"Campground host, Lulu, was very good at her job and was so welcoming. This area is beautiful. Lakes are good for fishing and there are little trails to explore. Toilets were always pristine. "
"Lala, The Camp Host, was very helpful regarding getting our site and she also knows everything about the surrounding wildlife."
6. Elk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
"In addition to plenty of tent and RV sites, Ridgeway SP also has three heated and furnished yurts for those seeking an enhanced comfort level."
"Concrete pads under the picnic table and fire pits. Water access nearby. Bathrooms were super clean and the showers were nice and hot. Laundry facilities available."
6 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $28 - $36 / night
7. Ponderosa - Curecanti National Recreation Area
"This is a really sweet campsite… With a few sites up top when you enter that overlook the creek and adjacent Ridge, and then many more sides down by the creek."
"If the lake is low you have to hike lots of deer and clean spot"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 / night
8. Soap Creek Corral
"If you want good family time, and a chill environment, welcome, you’ve found a good spot."
"This is a great spot tucked away behind the reservoir and along a sweet little creek. I didn’t stay because no one was there this time of year and I had no cell service."
9. Ouray KOA
"Our site backed up to a stream that sounded wonderful with running water. Each site has a picnic table and a combo fire ring/grill. They even welcome you with three large fire logs!"
"The best thing about this park was the location. It is located close to Ouray and many activities in the area."
10. Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
"Pro: Nice clean campground by a lake. Free showers. Clean bathrooms. Laundry facilities on site. Just a short drive to Montrose (Walmart, Target, etc) and Black Hills of the Gunnison National Park."
"With that said, there was community spigots located near the campsites that were still on if you need to top off your fresh water tanks."
16 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $36 - $90 / night
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 19 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 15 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 36 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 4 hrs 29 min from Farmington, NM
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Glamping Reviews near Powderhorn, CO
284 Reviews of 35 Powderhorn Campgrounds
- MMark M.
LegendBASECAMP 550
Good locale, nice amenities
Spots can be a bit close together depending on area. There is outdoor kitchen and I washed our dishes there, showers were very hot (unless someone has used it recently, it might take a quarter to get warm but we got showers in with 3 quarters), bathrooms clean & a bit small, clubhouse was clean and you can cook in it (did not look for utensils in that kitchen). Coffee pot was hot. Good places for dogs to go (although we picked up others' poops everyday so we doubled as poop fairy despite there being lots of poop bag locations). Had space with electric, water, and sewer. Spots that are closest to pasture (park parallel to its fence) have very nice views. Glamping tents looked nice, some 'tiny house' cabins (did not stay in either). Would stay again and probably would pick a 'view spot' next to the pasture.
Don R.LegendElk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
Beautiful hiking trails.
Great tent sites. Well maintained. Clean bathrooms. The hiking trails are beautiful. Landry and showers available.
- Don R.Legend
Dakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
You won't want to leave.
Peaceful spacious sites. The scent, shade and privacy of Pine is welcomed. Great bathrooms. Laundry available. Cell tower in campground. Good hiking with great views.
Wm S.
GuideNorth Rim Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Quiet campsite
Very nice campsite I enjoyed so much more than south rim, but a long drive on unsaved road
- Belinda L.Scout
Ouray KOA Holiday
Nice campground
Stayed 2 nights easy access to ouray and ridgeway We also drove to telluride cell service was not good on T-Mobile
brickhousegary H.GuideElk Ridge Campground — Ridgway State Park
Great site, trails and facilities
Arrived mid-week. Found numerous sites that were great, but chose best site ever! Closest camper was 100 yards away. Views were fantastic of lake and mountains. Will for sure return.
- SShayla A.
TravelerDakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
Great place to reset
The community felt safe and the amenities were clean which included a shower, real toilets and laundry. The beach was a great place to hang out.
Rebekah G.ScoutDakota Terraces Campground — Ridgway State Park
Lovely stay
This campground is a great little stay! It’s suitable for RVs and tents. There are flush bathrooms and showers available, and there is lake access for swimming, boating, etc.
Guide to Powderhorn
Cabin camping near Powderhorn, Colorado ranges from rustic forest sites to developed campgrounds with electric hookups. The region sits at elevations between 7,000-9,000 feet with temperature swings of 30-40°F between day and night, even in summer. Winter camping typically requires four-wheel drive access from November through April, with several campgrounds closing after September.
What to do
Fishing access: Dry Gulch Campground provides convenient fishing locations a short drive away. "The lake is a short car drive away, quite a walk or mild bike ride," notes reviewer Thomas B.
Wildlife viewing: Deer Lakes Campground offers excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. "We saw moose and deer almost every day," writes Cait Sith C. The campground host "knows everything about the surrounding wildlife" according to another visitor.
Winter recreation: Ponderosa Campground in the Curecanti National Recreation Area remains accessible in colder months. "Great fishing. 1 bar cell, version. No water," reports Phil T., who visited with a 17-foot trailer.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins maintains well-kept facilities. "Laundry, bathrooms, and showers are clean. The staff is very friendly," notes Richard M., adding that "sites are larger than many campgrounds."
Natural shade: The cottonwood trees at Mountain Time RV Park create natural cooling. "This campground is nestled among giant cottonwood trees and small pond," explains Diane C., while another camper appreciates that "most sites are shaded.... a real treat in this area."
Quiet locations: Soap Creek Campground offers solitude away from crowds. "This is a beautiful campground for those who like quiet and isolation," writes Evelyn R., noting it's "approximately 40 minutes west of Gunnison, CO."
What you should know
Seasonal closures: Most area campgrounds operate from May through mid-October. "Camp hosts onsite and this CG is managed by RRMoA conssessions. $18/$9 senior," notes Greg L. about Deer Lakes Campground.
Road conditions: Access to remote sites requires preparation. The road to Soap Creek Campground is "long and a bit too rough for some RV's," according to Ernie L., who recommends it for those seeking "good family time, and a chill environment."
Limited services: Many campgrounds have minimal amenities. "No water. No amenities. But nice big shade trees to help give you some cover. There is trash and bathrooms," reports Thomas B. about Dry Gulch Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Gunnison KOA offers activities specifically for children. "Great kid pay areas," mentions Kate B., while another reviewer highlights their "stocked Trout pond."
Animal encounters: Several campgrounds feature resident animals that children enjoy. At Gunnison KOA, "the highlight of the stay was our visit by the resident goats– only two of the three like cauliflower. There's also donkeys in a corral," according to Keith S.
Weather preparation: Temperature fluctuations require extra planning with kids. "This is high desert so it does get hot during the day and cold at night," warns Todd R. about the Elk Ridge Campground area.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Elk Ridge Campground offers spacious RV accommodations. "The elk ridge campground was beautiful with huge sites. Many of them pull through," notes Jennifer D., who also appreciated the "free showers."
Hookup availability: Electric service varies between campgrounds. Big Cimarron Campground has limited utilities but makes up for it with natural features. "The sites are super clean, all offer plenty of shade, and nice soft ground," says Joe J.
Yurt camping options: For those seeking yurt camping near Powderhorn, Colorado, options exist at several locations including Ouray KOA. "They have everything from teepees to tent, cabin and RV camping," explains Todd G., noting the campground's comprehensive facilities.
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