Best Cabin Camping near Rye, CO

Aspen Acres Campground offers cabins with full hookups for water, sewage, and electricity, providing a comfortable base for exploring the Rye area. The campground remains open year-round, with heated cabin accommodations particularly valuable during cooler months. One camper noted, "This was a great cabin to stay in for our family. It is a nice size living area, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom." Lake Isabel Cabin near Rye features electricity, running water, and indoor toilets, though alcohol and pets are not permitted at this location. Each cabin provides basic furnishings while maintaining a rustic mountain atmosphere.

While some cabins in the region come equipped with kitchenettes and private bathrooms, others offer more primitive accommodations with shared facilities. Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA provides cabin rentals with electricity and varying levels of amenities, though they tend to be more compact than stand-alone cabin options. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer and fall when aspen viewing attracts visitors. A visitor to St Charles Campground mentioned that "the sites are separated from each other with plenty of trees & space," which applies to their cabin accommodations as well.

Most cabin rentals near Rye provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen supplies typically include basic cookware and utensils, though specific inventories vary by location. Several campgrounds like Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA maintain on-site markets where basic provisions can be purchased. Firewood is available at most locations, as one reviewer pointed out: "Aspen leaves in full color. Peaceful park, great place for hiking." Guests should check with individual facilities regarding what supplies are provided and what items they should bring to ensure a comfortable stay.

Best Cabin Sites Near Rye, Colorado (24)

    1. Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA

    14 Reviews
    Colorado City, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 676-3376

    "A very welcoming place with warm camping cabins. I recommend it."

    "We wanted to stay at the state park in Trinidad and in the summer, we definitely would do that. But it’s December and it’s cold and this park has full hookups unlike the state park (electric only)."

    2. St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

    10 Reviews
    Beulah, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $25 / night

    "We lucked out on a first come-first served spot on a Friday - spot #10 is tent only, by a creek and several private trails. The camp was quiet with a vault toilet nearby."

    "The sites are separated from each other with plenty of trees & space. The sound of the nearby river is very relaxing."

    3. Aspen Acres Campground

    10 Reviews
    Beulah, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 485-3275

    "This was a campground that had RV spots, cabins and tent spots."

    "There are sites for every type of camper: tent, trailer, RV, glamping and cabins. This is a somewhat small but well maintained private campground with lots of simple amenities."

    4. Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park

    32 Reviews
    Walsenburg, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 738-2376

    $36 / night

    "A little close together and close to the highway. Expect some traffic noise throughout the night. Large park with fishing, hiking and more."

    "Not all sites were open and the park was not crowded at all. The bathrooms were open and the weather was beautiful. The sites are all pull through and private."

    5. Lake Isabel Cabin

    1 Review
    Beulah, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $130 / night

    "This was a great cabin to stay in for our family. It is a nice size living area, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom."

    6. Great Sand Dunes Oasis

    54 Reviews
    Great Sand Dunes National Park And Preserve, CO
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 378-2222

    $25 - $169 / night

    "There are around 90 primitive tent only campsites here in addition to a couple dozen RV sites, cabins, and a mini lodge."

    "Booked a last minute RV spot at Great Sand Dunes Oasis. The bad:

    The park is not much to look at. The gravel roads and store parking area are in dire need of maintenance; buckle up."

    7. The Pine Lodge

    1 Review
    Beulah, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 489-2686

    8. Mingus Ranch

    1 Review
    Beulah, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $75 / night

    "National forest cabin that is affordable. Very rustic with no water and only one outlet. Cabin has an outhouse that is fifty feet from cabin."

    9. Yucca Campground — Lathrop State Park

    6 Reviews
    Walsenburg, CO
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 738-2376

    $28 - $225 / night

    "You need to pay for site, $9 entrance fee, and showers (50 cents for 4 minutes, etc.). Lake for fishing, jetskiing, swimming. Hogback Trail and other trails."

    "The electric sites fill up quickly. Staff was nice and helpful at station. Pit toilet was clean. Winds were forceful and crazy at night. Maybe a storm was coming. I would stay here again."

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Cabin Reviews near Rye, CO

199 Reviews of 24 Rye Campgrounds


  • Kathrina M.
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Monument Lake Resort

    Beautiful start in south central Colorado

    A large campground at the foot of the southern San Isabel mountain range. When you first drive in there are secluded tent spots, then small cabins. There are many spots all around the lake, with large tenter sites on the opposite bank of the lake. We set up amongst the trees in a relatively open spot but there weren’t many campers there so it was no problem. Had a view of the lake and a vault toilet nearby (it was pretty disgusting). Clean showers/toilets on other side of lake. No picnic table on site, but it did have a box grill and a fire pit — burn ban was in effect though. A little stream nearby. Camp store, restaurant, boat rental on site. In all we were thankful for a spot in the summer with no reservations.

  • Melissa L.
    Jun. 4, 2018

    Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park

    Nice campgroup

    A little close together and close to the highway. Expect some traffic noise throughout the night. Large park with fishing, hiking and more. Picnic tables (some with shelters), fire rings and vault toilets available thoughout the tent camping site, rv hookups and playground also available.

  • C
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Mingus Ranch

    Rustic Cabin

    National forest cabin that is affordable. Very rustic with no water and only one outlet. Cabin has an outhouse that is fifty feet from cabin. Located in a great area with San Isabel lake and Bishops castle near by. Lots of hiking and off roading near by. Two bedrooms upstairs and day bed down. Interesting history to the cabin, read about it before you go.

  • R
    Aug. 13, 2018

    Great Sand Dunes Oasis

    Excellent Proximity to Great Sand Dunes

    There are around 90 primitive tent only campsites here in addition to a couple dozen RV sites, cabins, and a mini lodge.

    $25/night for a tent only site, but the location to the park can’t be beat and the fee includes two showers (unlimited time).

    Some sites have picnic tables (not in the best shape) and all have fire rings.

    The general store is open from 8am-8pm, along with the restaurant. Everything was pretty reasonably priced and the food was good. They also rent boards for surfing the sand dunes.

    The view of the sunset and Milky Way were priceless. We would definitely return.

  • S
    May. 11, 2022

    Great Sand Dunes Oasis

    Great Sand Dunes Oasis

    Booked a last minute RV spot at Great Sand Dunes Oasis.

    The bad:

    The park is not much to look at. The gravel roads and store parking area are in dire need of maintenance; buckle up. There are 20 RV spots all stacked in right on top of each other. The wind was awful and there is nothing to block it. There’s really nothing between the sites but a little strip with a picnic table and small fire ring, and a small tree.

    The good:

    The bathrooms and showers were incredibly clean. The person I dealt with on the phone was very accommodating and set us up for after-hours check-in. There was a small playground area near the RV sites. Above the RV sites were cabins and a lodge. They rent Sand sleds to use at the park, $20 each + wax for the day. There is a beautiful view of the dunes from the park.

    The restaurant had not opened yet so I have no opinion of that. The store had just opened and was not fully stocked.

    RV sites were pull-through but it’s pretty tight on your passenger side pulling in.

    All said, I would return to this park again. It is a good place to use as a home base while you explore Great Sand Dunes National Park. Trust me: you will need to shower the sand off.

  • Lori C.
    Jun. 17, 2021

    Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort

    Peaceful Camping near the Mountains

    This is a lovely park about 30 minutes south of Colorado Springs. We camped here for 5 nights in a back in spot with full hookups, site 51. The site was extremely spacious with room to park our truck to the side and still have a big yard. There is a fire pit and picnic table and we were shaded by some big pines. We saw deer wander around the campsites every morning and evening. The sites are terraced so that everyone has a beautiful view. There is no cell service for AT&T or T-Mobile, but you are able to do wifi calling with their WiFi and we streamed a movie one night. From here we visited Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge and Pike’s Peak, all within 30 minutes to one hour’s drive. The bathhouse is extremely clean, with several private bathroom/shower rooms. There is also a laundry with 4 washers & dryers. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and the folks are all friendly. I highly recommend!

  • c
    Jun. 21, 2021

    Yucca Campground — Lathrop State Park

    Too much $$ for too little

    Colorado State Parks are expensive. We had a VERY basic site with communal water & vault toilets for $28 + $9 day fee. Nice picnic tables & fire rings though. Way too close to the highway — noisy! Plus helicopter overhead made sleep difficult.

  • Casey W.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Great Sand Dunes Oasis

    Amazing stay with views of the Dunes!

    We loved this camp site! It was our first time to tent camp in Colorado and it was great. Several sites to choose from. Some have views of the dunes, some are more secluded. Bathrooms were clean. Very spacious tent site with a fire pit. Our tent sleeps 6 and we had no trouble fitting in the spot.

  • Debra M.
    Nov. 16, 2020

    Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park

    Views for Miles

    We stayed here the first week o f November 2020. Not all sites were open and the park was not crowded at all. The bathrooms were open and the weather was beautiful. The sites are all pull through and private. We had lots of space behind us to stretch out in. A picnic table was also placed in a space where shade would be provided on a concrete slab. Electric and water at the site and a dump station at the exit.


Guide to Rye

Cabin accommodations near Rye, Colorado provide convenient lodging at elevations ranging from 6,000 to 8,000 feet in the San Isabel National Forest region. Several rental options maintain year-round availability with varying levels of rustic or modern facilities. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing while summer days typically reach 70-85°F.

What to do

Hiking near Lake Isabel: Access nearby trails directly from St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel for day hikes through forest terrain. "We lucked out on a first come-first served spot on a Friday - spot #10 is tent only, by a creek and several private trails. The camp was quiet with a vault toilet nearby," notes one visitor who discovered the area's less-traveled paths.

Off-road adventures: Explore mountain roads surrounding cabin accommodations with appropriate vehicles. "We spent the first day in our tent due to weather. The road was a bit washed out but the camp host was great. We didn't let the rain keep us down, and the day we were leaving the sun made a visit!" shared a St Charles Campground visitor who persisted through challenging conditions.

Visit Bishop's Castle: Located approximately 5 miles from some Rye cabin rentals, this unique stone structure offers self-guided tours. A camper at Aspen Acres Campground mentioned, "This was a campground that had RV spots, cabins and tent spots... We used this campground to explore the surrounding area and Bishop Castle."

What campers like

Reliable facilities: Cabin rentals with consistent maintenance receive positive feedback. "The bathrooms are clean and well kept. Our family enjoyed our stay here," reported a visitor to Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA, highlighting the importance of clean facilities when staying in cabin accommodations.

Disconnected environment: Limited connectivity creates opportunities for genuine outdoor experiences. "We had no phone or internet service at all with AT&T or Verizon. That made it even better, got the chance to disconnect from the world for a few days," remarked a St Charles visitor appreciating the technology break.

Night sky viewing: Minimal light pollution provides exceptional stargazing conditions from cabin properties. "No city lights meant for a lovely starry evening," noted one Aspen Acres Campground visitor about the after-dark experience, making evening hours a highlight of their cabin stay.

What you should know

Water quality concerns: Some accommodations report issues with water systems. A camper at Aspen Acres mentioned, "All fine for a night except we filled our tank with the most disgusting undrinkable water imaginable. I'd not come back for that reason."

Staff availability varies: Check specific hours for assistance, especially for after-hours arrivals. "Do not check in late," warns one KOA visitor who encountered problems accessing bathroom facilities after hours. "I checked-in, set up our teardrop, electrical, turned the heater on, unhooked, etc... And there was 2 things missing on the after-hours paperwork... The 'secret passcode' to the restrooms, and the Wi-Fi password."

Seasonal closures: Confirm which facilities remain operational during your planned visit. A winter visitor to Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA noted, "We ended up being at one of the furthest spots from the office (which also has bathrooms and showers). Their website says that they 'are open and fully functional' and we would have chosen a spot closer to the office building if the closed bathrooms were indicated."

Tips for camping with families

Playgrounds for children: Select cabins near recreational facilities when traveling with younger children. "They have a cool little playground for the kids, a little dog park for your dogs and full hookups, which is nice," mentioned one visitor to Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Prepare children for potential animal encounters which can become educational experiences. A visitor to Lake Isabel Cabin shared, "This was a great cabin to stay in for our family. It is a nice size living area, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. For the price we paid it was a great safe place to stay."

Bathroom proximity: Choose cabin locations strategically when planning for nighttime bathroom needs. "We spent 2 nights in site 13 which is a great site that backs up to the forest. The downfall of this site is it is next to the vault toilet and it was very smelly," warns a St Charles Campground visitor, highlighting the trade-offs of convenience versus odor.

Tips from RVers

Hookup locations: Note the positioning of utilities when setting up at partial hookup sites. A winter visitor to Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park reported, "Great spot for our first RV stay. Good views of Spanish peaks and site was very quiet. Bathrooms with showers and toilets were close by. Electric hookup at our site, and the communal water hookup was across from us."

Level parking considerations: Assess site conditions before committing to a location. "The gravel was level and site was well kept," noted a Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA visitor, emphasizing the importance of stable foundations for larger vehicles.

Weather preparation: Plan for significant wind in some locations. A camper at Piñon Campground observed, "Very windy at times and also a-little road noise from the near motorcade," indicating the need for proper securing of outdoor items.

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