RV camping opportunities near Pueblo, Colorado provide access to diverse landscapes from mountain views to river settings. Situated at approximately 4,700 feet elevation, the area experiences over 300 days of sunshine annually with relatively mild winters compared to higher elevation Colorado destinations. Nighttime temperatures can drop significantly even in summer months, requiring campers to prepare for temperature fluctuations regardless of season.
What to do
Visit Royal Gorge Bridge: Located about 40 miles west of Pueblo near Canon City, this area offers dramatic canyon views. "We enjoyed our stay at the Royal Gorge RV Resort. The location was perfect, close to the Royal Gorge bridge, rafting in the Arkansas River, hiking trails, the Royal Gorge Route Railroad and several great restaurants," notes one visitor.
Explore Garden of the Gods: This natural landmark with distinctive red rock formations is accessible from Colorado Springs. "It's a nice big park but with few trees for shade. The RV sites are nice but close together. The park is located right off of the freeway so VERY noisy. If you have kids, there appears to be a lot of things for them to do," shares a camper at Garden of the Gods RV Resort.
Wildlife watching: Several campgrounds offer opportunities to observe local wildlife without leaving your site. "So neat to see pronghorn in nearby fields as we sat drinking coffee," reports a visitor to Haggards RV Campground, while Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort guests frequently mention deer and turkey sightings in late afternoon hours.
What campers like
Space between sites: When sites offer ample room, campers consistently rate their experience higher. "The sites were large and plenty of room for my slideout and not too close to next site," notes a visitor to Haggards RV Campground.
Private bathroom facilities: Clean, well-maintained bathroom facilities receive frequent positive mentions. "The bathhouse is extremely clean, with several private bathroom/shower rooms," shares a visitor to Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort, adding "From here we visited Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge and Pike's Peak, all within 30 minutes to one hour's drive."
Wooded settings: Campgrounds with trees and natural surroundings tend to receive higher ratings. "Views of mountains, pines and aspens and privacy in the well designed sites! Owners and camp hosts were delightful and helpful. Loved our week stay!" writes a camper who stayed at Rocking M Ranch Campground.
What you should know
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly across the region. "Data: T-mobile 5G: lacking, ATT: not so hot, Verizon: great, Visible: pretty good, Cricket: ok for voice," reports a camper at Haggards RV Campground, offering a comprehensive breakdown of carrier performance.
Reservation policies: Cancellation terms differ between campgrounds, with some enforcing strict policies. At one campground, a reviewer noted they wouldn't honor cancellations even with documentation of vehicle breakdown, while others were more accommodating.
Traffic noise: Proximity to highways affects some campgrounds more than others. "Colorado Springs KOA is located right off of the freeway so VERY noisy," notes one reviewer, while another mentions "Highway 50 close by but traffic was not loud enough to disturb us" at a different location.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Several campgrounds feature pools or water features popular with children. "The water park is Amazing! I saw 11 people working at the same time at one point during the day," notes a visitor to Colorado Springs KOA.
Recreational amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's areas. "The playground was very kid friendly and the giant jumping pillow was super fun!" shares a camper at Royal Gorge RV Resort, highlighting features beyond standard camping amenities.
Cabin options: For families new to camping or traveling without equipment, cabins provide a comfortable alternative. "Me along with four other friends spent several days tent camping around the Colorado Springs area. On our last night of travel, our camping plans fell through and we needed to find a convenient place late at night to rest. We ended up at the KOA and took advantage of one of their adorable little cabins," reports one visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Request sites away from main roads for a quieter experience. "It is very important to get a spot away from the road. As I've read in other reviews, there is a rock quarry just down the road. Beginning early morning until late afternoon M-F, trucks roar up and down this road," advises a camper at Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort.
Water quality concerns: Some parks have water quality issues requiring filtration. At Falcon Meadow RV Campground, a reviewer notes: "The maintenance guy came and shoveled the mud off the slab after we let them know we were moving the picnic table out of the mud. The next day it rained and the mud was back." Another campground reports: "Water system needs work; well water has rust and sediment, be prepared!"
Spacing considerations: RV parks vary significantly in how tightly units are positioned. "Sites are adequately spaced and are neat and clean. Some small trees (fairly new park). Very nice paved roads and gravel sites but really just a parking lot," reports a visitor to Peak RV Resort, contrasting with the more spacious layouts found at some other area campgrounds.
