Best Equestrian Camping near Rio Grande National Forest

Rio Grande National Forest is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Rio Grande National Forest is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Colorado camping adventure.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Rio Grande National Forest (17)

    1. South Fork Campground

    4 Reviews
    South Fork, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 873-5500

    $29 - $42 / night

    "Good fishing opportunities and trails for hiking and horseback riding. Spring cave is open seasonally April 15-aug15 with permit required to protect the bats from White nose syndrome."

    "Nestled next to the Rio Grande River hand its gorgeous. This is the Rio Grande in Colorado so there's plenty of running water for tubing, rafting and fishing."

    2. East Fork San Juan River, USFS Road 667 - Dispersed Camping

    5 Reviews
    Pagosa Springs, CO
    19 miles
    Website

    "Pass by the entrance to East Fork Campground and continue on the forest service road.  This is where the road becomes fairly rough.  Dispersed sites begin about 2 miles further."

    "We parked a popup at the 1st campsite past the bridge near the trailhead. 2 waterfalls are close, Pagosa Springs is 30ish mins away. Our kids tubed down the creek."

    3. Antlers Rio Grande Lodge and RV Park

    5 Reviews
    City of Creede, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 658-2423

    "Kids area, river, bridge to trails super close, etc…

    The town nearby, Creede, was pretty closed down as well. But very fascinating little place."

    "Fly fishing on the Rio Grande is just steps away. The restaurant there is very good! Reservations are recommended.
    The town of Creed is cute and funky. I will definitely go back. Loved it there."

    4. Bruce Spruce Ranch

    4 Reviews
    Pagosa Springs, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 264-5374

    $34 - $190 / night

    "This privately owned campground feels like Colorado-at peace-to me. "

    "Nice campground right next to the San Juan nation forest. Could use a little landscaping. However, it is very peaceful and we would stay here again"

    5. Ivy Creek

    1 Review
    City of Creede, CO
    17 miles
    Website

    7. Sportsman’s Campground & Mountain Cabins

    3 Reviews
    Pagosa Springs, CO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 731-2300

    $34 - $58 / night

    "Beautiful area with lots of hiking near by."

    "It's a little ways out but the drive makes up for the miles"

    8. River Hill

    3 Reviews
    City of Creede, CO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 658-0829

    $29 - $33 / night

    "Situated along the banks of the Rio Grande, we were able to sleep with the sound of moving water which was so relaxing.

    The bathrooms were clean and smelled like bubble gum."

    9. Thirty Mile

    3 Reviews
    City of Creede, CO
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 658-0829

    $29 - $62 / night

    "River access from most campsites, some are back in, some pull through, and some walk to site. Amphitheater, loads of toilets, water points, and sink/disposal water points."

    10. Salt House Dispersed

    1 Review
    City of Creede, CO
    31 miles
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Guide to Rio Grande National Forest

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Rio Grande National Forest?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Rio Grande National Forest is South Fork Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

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