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Aspen Acres Campground allows pets at all sites with full hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, offering year-round accessibility for camping with dogs in the Rye area. The campground provides electricity, water, and sewer hookups for RVs, while also accommodating tent campers and those seeking cabin options. Local campgrounds are searchable through The Dyrt's listings. Located near the San Isabel National Forest, the pet-friendly sites maintain clean, well-kept grounds where most dog owners keep their pets leashed and supervised. Nearby, Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA offers another pet-friendly option with amenities including a playground, miniature golf, and designated pet areas, though sites are positioned quite close together.
Dog-friendly hiking trails surround the Rye area campgrounds, with easy access to outdoor recreation in the nearby national forest and mountain terrain. When staying at St. Charles Campground near Lake Isabel, campers should note the seasonal operation from May through September, with water access for dogs who enjoy swimming. The bathrooms at most locations are clean with hot showers, though some facilities may close during winter months. Campers report quiet, respectful neighbors even when campgrounds have long-term residents. Wildlife encounters are possible, so keeping dogs leashed on trails is essential for their safety and the protection of local fauna. Some campgrounds have off-leash areas but generally require pets to be restrained throughout the main camping areas.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Rye (111)
1. Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA
"My relatives live in nearby Trinidad, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs. This site is convenient to all three."
"Although placed next to the highway the campground is relatively quiet. Everyone is respectful of other campers. The staff are friendly and helpful. Amenities are accurately described."
2. St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel
"The family has property in Colorado city and we still love to come to local mountain! Great fishing, clean, quiet, & plenty of space"
"It is a beautiful quiet campground right next to a creek. It is not free though, it is $25 per night which is fine."
from $25 / night
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"A small dog park gave our girls the chance to run free for a little. There is a shower house with bathrooms that are well maintained. Trash is kept tidy and didn’t smell even on the 97 degree day."
"Our tent spot was tucked back in a quiet place, close walk from our tent to plumbed toilets and a further walk to the bathhouse with showers."
4. Greenhorn Meadows Park
"Its as small Campground outside Colorado City. There electric hook ups at your site; however the water is across the path and you need to port it to your rig."
"We found GMP in Colorado City and was told they never turn away a tenter. There are a number of spots aligned below a bluff, and a large open field for additional tents."
5. Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park
"Lovely weather while I was here very early December 2021. 60s for highs and close to freezing at night. the dry camping loop and loops A B and C are closed for the season."
"The campground provides a nice visitors center, two small lakes (one non-wake), a sand beach, paved and unpaved bike trails, fishing, a kids fishing pond, trails, and electric or no-hook-up camping."
from $36 / night
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"My husband was a little concerned when we left the highway for a dirt county road, but his concerns quickly changed as we enjoyed the beauty and wonder of the Colorado mountains!"
"Large area to park away from others!"
from $30 - $33 / night
Check Availability7. La Vista Campground - Lake Isabel
"It does have electrical hook ups which made it nice for our dog to enjoy a air conditioned trailer when it got hot during the day."
"Loved the setting and the short walk to Lake Isabel as well as the empty picnic area across the creek."
from $30 - $35 / night
Check Availability8. Ophir Creek Campground (Co) — Psicc
"Great camping spot just south of Colorado Springs. The views were amazing of all the tall, gorgeous aspen trees and we were right by the creek which at night was so very peaceful to fall asleep too."
"We probably had the worst walk-in site, distance wise. A long walk with all of our stuff. We'll chose a different one next time. All-in-all, it's a great clean CG with an attentive host."
from $25 / night
Check Availability9. Davenport Campground
"Arrived around 2 on a Saturday in the middle of August without reservations.. The camp takes reservations and there's a lady that comes around regularly to check registration/ enforce check out time."
"There is only one hand pump near sites 6/7 that takes forever to get water from, but does work (it was easier just to get water from the stream to put out the campfire than use the pump)."
from $25 / night
Check Availability10. Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
"This was first camping trip staying in a Colorado State park and it was great! We had an electric only back-in site next to the bathhouse which was clean and had 4 separate bathrooms with showers."
"The lake is beautiful. The most beautiful sunsets and electrical storms. It's quiet. The only hookup is electric for me or camper. The water and dumpstation is on your way in and on your way out."
from $36 / night
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Drive Time
- 33 min from Pueblo, CO
- 1 hr 12 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 5 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 28 min from Boulder, CO
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Rye, CO
961 Reviews of 111 Rye Campgrounds
Chris H.
LegendPueblo South-Colorado City KOA
Nice 1 night stay
There’s 2 KOA’s in Pueblo, so heads up. I drove past this one thinking I was staying at the one on the north end of town. We stayed one night and it has a cool little playground for the kids, a little dog park for your dogs and full hookups, which is nice. The people at check-in are great, and they have someone drive out to your site with you, which is very nice. The sites are right on top of each other, so if you have a neighbor you can’t open your awning, and you’re close to the highway.
- EElizabeth S.Guide
Haggards RV Campground
One of Our Favorites!
We've been staying at this campground for several years as we travel between Arizona and Wyoming. The owners are so helpful, and the park is immaculate. Fantastic views, country feel, and safe. There's a seasonal pool, walking trails and a HUGE fenced dog park. Most spots are pull thru, and it's worth the short, easy drive from I-25.
- DDavid Y.Guide
The Pine Lodge
Veterans with Service Dogs feel unwelcome
As I start this, the manager Crystal is a very polite and wanting to make your stay is comfortable. The high point of my stay.
If I was told sooner that my service dog was just considered a pet to the owners, I would have canceled my trip to here. It was three days when one of the owners made what I consider as a put down of me as well as my service dog. If I was told sooner than the three days, I would have canceled my trip all together and gladly lose only $20, instead if I canceled on that day I would have lost nearly $450.
Ask any veteran if their service dog is only a pet. For those who do not realize this, but a veteran and their service dog is just one entity. The service dog being considered a pet is like telling someone with an artificial limb if that part of the vet is a"pet". The service dog is a part of the veteran and has specific duties to that veteran and is trained to do those duties to assist the veteran.
My service dog has 8 specific jobs to help me live my life, he is never to be considered just a"pet" as I had been told. This is sent out to my brothers and sisters on just how unwanted we are going here, as well as The Lodge@ San Isabel Lake and Aspen Acres.
Realistically, all I wanted was some sort of acknowledgement that it was an honest mistake in saying that, but when there is silence that screams louder than what words could ever say.
- Casey W.
TravelerGreat 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.
Jason L.GuideMosca Campground
Amazing views
We stayed here for two weeks and every day there were new breathtaking views all around. You feel as if you are walking the top of the world when exploring the area, the entire San Luis Valley gives this feeling. The lake is beautiful and has a beautiful view of the Great Sand Dunes National Park to the north and Mt. Blanca to the east. Camping is by permit, so stop anywhere you can get a Colorado hunting or fishing license and get a State wildlife area permit, they're $43 per person, but if you're age 18-64 you're required to have an SWA permit to camp in Colorado State wildlife areas. The permit is good from April 1st through March 31st of each year, and yes they are yearly permits, so try to get them in April. The campground has electric hookups, but no water. So pack in your water, vault toilets on loops B and C, RV dump station, and dumpster at exit of campground areas. You can stay 14 days every 45 days. Zapata falls nearby is a MUST visit and there is a pay to camp campground there. Cell service is spotty for Verizon, not sure about other carriers.
Terry P.GuideHaggards RV Campground
Unexpected Gem
We don't usually stay at RV parks, but we really enjoyed our over night stay at Haggard's RV Park. My wife called it an unexpected gem. Nancy, the owner, was very welcoming and set the tone for the visit. She suggested some sites and we found one that was perfect for us with beautiful views across the prairie to the mountains and a spectacular sunset to boot. Nancy came around offering ice at one point and, later, watermellon. There is a nice dog park on-site. In fact, the best we've seen while traveling. Our older greyhound, who usually just follows us, actually did a few laps. Nancy's attention to detail was evident in the way she decorated the bathhouse to create a more personal, at-home feel. Haggard's is on our list of campgrounds to return to in the future.
- EJ H.
ScoutJuniper Breaks Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
Great campsite
It was a great campsite, have to use fire pits provided. Alcohol is allowed pets are allowed on leash. And most camp sites are within walking distance to the water. Kids loved it! It was cheap to reserve a site ($20+) and entry fee is like $8.
- Jason L.Guide
Blanca RV Park
Cool little place
Would give five stars, but right on the main road through the San Luis Valley so it's a little loud, and bright at night. That said, it's still peaceful, and the people are nice. Has shower and laundry for guests, and full hookups for RVs. It's $30 per night or $199 a week, we stayed two days, and would stay again. They allow pets, but have a strict "no pit bulls" dog policy. So unless your "pit bull" is a service dog, they can't stay. Unfortunately dog breeds and temperaments are still misunderstood, but that aside, good people, and nice little place to stay.
Guide to Rye
Camping options near Rye, Colorado sit at elevations between 6,800-8,000 feet in the eastern foothills of the Wet Mountains. The area experiences warm summer days with cool nights, where temperatures can drop below 50°F even in July and August. Most campgrounds remain snow-covered and inaccessible until late April, with the highest elevation sites often closed until mid-May.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: From Ophir Creek Campground, take the unmarked 1-mile trail that requires crossing the creek three times. "My wife and I took the 1-mile trail south to a really nice waterfall. Why they don't have a sign for directions to it, I don't know! The trail is pretty well worn and you have to cross the creek in three places, walking over stacked logs - some pretty precarious 'bridges'," notes Randy H.
Mountain biking: Access extensive trail networks from Arkansas Point Campground at Lake Pueblo State Park. "Arkansas campground... the campground host seems to keep this place a lot cleaner than the other ones," reports Jeff A. The campground connects directly to popular single-track routes suitable for intermediate riders.
Fishing: Lake Isabel offers productive trout fishing accessible from multiple shoreline access points. Phil R. from La Vista Campground suggests: "We parked near dam off highway and loaded our kayaks in at dam. Much easier, and fishing best at that half of lake. Fly rod with a floating white fly works great. Just let it sit."
What campers like
Waterfront sites: The creek-side locations at Davenport Campground provide natural sound barriers between sites. "The creek right next to the campground is very peaceful. Has a fire pit with grill, picnic table, and sites 2, 5, and 9 have the log covering," notes Serena L.
Wildlife viewing: Early mornings and evenings offer prime wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the area. Elina S. at Ophir Creek reports: "Me and my fiance stayed with 3 others and they're also dog friendly which was a plus for my best friend. We camped out in our tents at site #1 which honestly had the best views/privacy."
Dark skies: Hummingbird Ranch offers exceptional stargazing with minimal light pollution. "My girlfriend and I came here to watch the Perseid meteor shower and it did not disappoint. We had the place to ourselves and a great view of the stars," shares Tara M.
What you should know
Water limitations: Many area campgrounds have restricted or seasonal water access. At St Charles Campground, Rob B. notes: "Amenities are as expected with a secluded campground, 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."
Seasonal closures: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Rye operate on limited schedules. Amanda W. explains St Charles challenges: "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. The camp host was non existent throughout the weekend."
Weather preparedness: Temperature swings of 30-40 degrees within 24 hours are common. "Chilly so bring layers we had to buy firewood from the hosts," advises Liz C. from Ophir Creek Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Covered picnic areas: Reserve sheltered sites for protection from afternoon thunderstorms. "Site 2 where we stayed had a covered shelter with picnic table," reports Vanessa R. at Davenport Campground, where several designated sites include log shelters.
Pet-friendly trails: Many pet-welcoming campgrounds near Rye feature accessible hiking paths suitable for various ages. Kathrina M. shares: "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."
Swimming options: Lake access varies by location and season. At Pueblo South-Colorado City KOA, Sarah J. notes the family-friendly atmosphere: "Although placed next to the highway the campground is relatively quiet. Everyone is respectful of other campers. The staff are friendly and helpful."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose back-row sites at Arkansas Point Campground for better views. "Try to get a site on the back towards the trails for the best views and more privacy," advises Sonora J., who adds, "The spots are pull through which makes setup and tear down so much easier for camp!"
Hookup placement: Check utility locations before parking at Aspen Acres Campground. Michelle G. explains: "We have a 26' trailer and stayed in site 18. It was near the end of the row and relatively quiet. We only wish we had a longer power cable... Our port is at the back and the outlet was way up front."
Water quality concerns: Consider bringing drinking water or additional filtration. Richard R. at Aspen Acres Campground warns: "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."
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