Top Tent Camping near Walsenburg, CO
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Best Tent Sites Near Walsenburg, CO (12)
1. Hummingbird Ranch
6 Reviews•12 Photos•146 SavesHummingbird Ranch is a gorgeous sprawling ranch in Colorado's Spanish Peaks Country with panoramic views of the Wet Mountains and across the plains to the Spanish Peaks. Our location is only 12 easy driving minutes from I25 and just 2.5 hours south of Denver (45 minutes south of Pueblo) and offers 360 acres of the most pristine Colorado wilderness in North America. The stellar cascading view of Spanish Peaks Country to the west offer a unique and unmatched level of natural beauty. The refreshing waters of Apache Creek that flows through the property and shaded tree lined camping areas make it a true Colorado camping wonderland to fall in love with! Celebrate life and love in what must surely be one of the most magical places to camp and enjoy the outdoors in all of Colorado. Website: http://hummingbirdranch.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HummingbirdRanchColorado/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hummingbird.ranch/ Google Maps: https://g.page/HummingbirdRanchColorado?gm
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- ADA Access
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- Picnic Table
- Toilets
$26 / night
2. Greenhorn Meadows Park
6 Reviews•11 Photos•26 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
3. Phantom Canyon Road BLM Sites
32 Reviews•130 Photos•906 Saves- Pets
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
$50 - $90 / night
4. Davenport Campground
7 Reviews•39 Photos•103 SavesOverview
Davenport Campground was one of the first Forest Service campgrounds, and is near the now-abandoned Squirrel Creek Campground, the very first Forest Service campground in the country. In 2010, Davenport was rebuilt to evoke the original 1920s design. Adirondack shelters and a common cooking shelter with stone fireplaces were built and old-style log picnic tables add to the historic character of this campground. The campground offers access to an array of hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle and off-road vehicle trails.
Recreation
The 4.5-mile Squirrel Creek Trail is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorcycle riding. This trail meets the original Squirrel Creek Campground site where a major flood, in 1947, washed out the never-reopened road and campground. Silver Circle, Second Mace, and South Creek Trails can be accessed nearby, too. Anglers enjoy casting for brook trout in Squirrel Creek.
Natural Features
The campground sits in a grassy meadow surrounded by aspen and spruce trees at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Squirrel Creek runs alongside this scenic facility in the Wet Mountains of southern Colorado.
Nearby Attractions
Bishop's Castle, a replica of a medieval castle, is about 2 miles from the campground, just off Highway 165. The always-in-progress structure is an interesting display of labor-intensive masonry and intricate wrought ironwork. Beautiful Lake Isabel is less than 10 miles away. Visitors enjoy canoeing, kayaking and fishing in the stocked lake. Several mountain trails weave through the area. Pueblo Mountain Park in Beulah Valley is about 7 miles east. This scenic park offers hiking trails, educational programs and a stone labyrinth.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
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$25 / night
5. Medano Pass Primitive Road
8 Reviews•23 Photos•376 Saves- Pets
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- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
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6. Camgrounds at Jamail Ranch
1 Review•23 Photos•3 SavesUnique raw land close to Trinidad, Colorado, USA
Open raw land with spots for camping on 40 acres.
We have friendly neighbors if an emergency arises to assist. Just call me. Hospital, food, pharmacy and grocery are close and easy to get to. 4x4 recommend and mandatory in winter please.
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- Reservable
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- Dispersed
$93 / night
7. Great Sand Dunes Dispersed
10 Reviews•51 Photos•274 Saves- Pets
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- Dispersed
8. Medano Lake
1 Review•5 Photos•179 Saves- Pets
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- Dispersed
9. Sacred White Shell Mountain Campground
1 Review•3 Photos•30 Saves- Pets
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- Equestrian
10. Shianna Station
Be the first to review!•3 Photos•3 SavesSand Dunes, Summits and Stargazing. Camp at the base of 14000 ft Blanca Peak in the beautiful San Luis Valley, Colorado only 15 minutes from Great Sand Dunes National Park. Gaze at the Milky Way at night and watch the stars fall. You'll have your own 5 acres with a pergola, picnic bench and fire pit with views that will take your breath away. This is a primitive camping at it's best. There are no amenities, power or restrooms. You must pack it in and pack it out.
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- Market
$50 - $80 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Walsenburg
537 Reviews of 12 Walsenburg Campgrounds
- kkarl
Guide
Yucca Campground — Lathrop State Park
Nice clean campground
Clean campground and restrooms. Great views of Spanish peaks
Chad H.
Traveler
St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel
Fall Aspen leaves.
Small park, plenty of room to relax. Trash receptacles close. Creek on the south side of park. Many pit toilet. Camp host during operation. Both times we stayed here the host was very helpful and friendly.
- CCaitlin C.Traveler
BLM Mt. Blanca Rd. Dispersed
Great Spot
Was able to find a really nice open spot with amazing views of the mountains. Was big and spacious enough for me and my friend to camp in our vans. No one around for miles!
Grace R.
Scout
BLM Near Great Sand Dunes Hwy 150
Not accessible
Gated off. Not accessible
- JJuliana R.Traveler
Pinon Flats Campground — Great Sand Dunes National Park
Perfect spot for exploring the dunes
Close proximity to the dunes, allows you to access at night and throughout the day to experience the range of landscapes the park provides.
The camp site has flushing toilets and drinking water.
Would highly recommend if you can snag a site.
DL M.
Legend
Mountainside 4WD High-Clearance Dispersed Campsites
Tree sheltered sites along
I walked up the road about three miles on the way to the lake because the beginning of the road was way to rough for my van with large rocks about 6 inch diameter. There were lots of people disperse camping on the hilside above Como Road.
Kevin M.ScoutBLM Near Great Sand Dunes Hwy 150
Area Gated; No Access
Locked gate at indicated entry point.
Brittany R.GuidePinon Flats Campground — Great Sand Dunes National Park
Great spot!
Beautiful views of the dunes and the mountains! Bathrooms were super clean and convenient. Highly recommend!
.! E !.Guide
Aspen Acres Campground
Perfect Spot
Stayed One night for Tent Camping, came with everything needed. Clean bathroom and showers. Great scenery and amazing night sky view.
- SScott S.Guide
Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park
Always great views
We love to come here to get great views of the Spanish Peaks. This time we had site 93 that faced away from the peaks. Still gorgeous but is a subtle way.
- LLorene N.Guide
Zapata Falls Campground
Beautiful views
So close to Sand Dunes and just beautiful with a waterfall. Loved it
- JJasonLegend
Zapata Falls Campground
Labor day mountain camping
Nice campsite. Bathrooms were locked and no host on site today maybe due to holiday. Plenty of hiking nearby. Hike to the falls is short and worth it. You can also hike further up to the lake.
- JJasonLegend
Sacred White Shell Dispersed Camping
Peaceful BLM camping
Very easy access to several spots in the area. Can hike up the mountain.
Shana D.Legend
Great Sand Dunes Oasis
Great Location
We booked here last minute on a holiday weekend and we were thankful they had a spot for us! The campground parking area is just that. It’s a place to park for the night, with full hook ups. No wifi. The location can’t be beat! Views are incredible! The bath house was clean. There is a store and restaurant in property. They also have cabins to rent. . My only complaint…this is a dark sky area with expansive views of the sky and the opportunity to see the Milky Way. This is not something g I get to see at home! However, all the giant campers had their bright lights on at night and it really messed with viewing of the sky. I wish there was a rule of no outside lights at night. It’s unnecessary! If you are one of those people that leave your lights on when you go in for the night, please reconsider!
- AAshley W.Traveler
Great Sand Dunes Dispersed
Good spot if you get there early
There’s plenty of spots off the main road, but seems like you need to get there early. We showed up around 6 pm. The road does get pretty rough eventually, and we didn’t trust our minivan going through the “unmaintained” section, we turned around and were able to find a connecting side road that had plenty of open space out there. When entering the road initially, the side road would be about half way up to your left. Pretty close to Great Sand Dunes National Park, so we were happy with this location! Nice mountain view.
cali N.GuideZapata Falls Campground
the most incredible place
i had an amazing time here. my site was great, so clean with a breathtaking view, clean bathrooms close by, and a bear locker! there is so much to do and the falls were insane. if you go past the trail and into the water to the cave, you can see the falls and feel the mist on your face. i am coming back next year FOR SURE. oh, and the camp host was very kind and friendly, truly a big help!!
shannon C.Traveler
Northern Plains Complex - Lake Pueblo State Park
Site jacked .. but great overall !
When arrived at prairie ridge were we had reservations and our site was already taken . The camp host happened to drive by and contact a Ranger for us the other person for site 256 and 258 mixed up .. we agrees to just swap sites for the weekend and Al worked out (the other site was a bit nicer it had tree coverage ). Sites were huge but took some leveling . We caught a few small catfish and got to take in the beautiful lake .
Ryan J.GuideNorthern Plains Complex - Lake Pueblo State Park
Yucca Flats 416 - GREAT!
Northern Plains campground, Yucca Flats. Great little spot. There is plenty of room for our 30-foot trailer. Electric hook-ups only, 20, 30, and 50 amp. The picnic table had a nice metal shade. Fire pit. Spot well groomed and clean. Small Russian Olive tree, minimal shade.
About a five minute walk to the lake, great little Cliff side fishing spots. Batbroom a 2 minute walk, free showers, and clean. Spot had plenty of room to also park a RAM 2500.
Temperatures got upward of 99+ when we were here, so if you're tent camping in late July, be prepared!
Lake Pueblo is huge, with multiple boat docks, beaches, and places to swim and explore. If you like lakes, this is a great place to visit!
- HHunter L.Guide
BLM Mt. Blanca Rd. Dispersed
Quick Stop
Quick and easy to find. Area was easily accessible. A great option for those on a budget and attempting to avoid paying fees for one night stays. Nice views of the valley and mountain behind. Sites were not the most level going up the mountainside and a bit rocky. Would stay there again!
Laneha E.ScoutBLM Near Great Sand Dunes Hwy 150
Beautiful views & Isolated
This place is good for those who have clearance and a 4WD. Road can be rough but pretty much all pickups are good. Don’t need a jeep. If it rains, you could get in trouble. The views are beautiful. Especially higher up. Some spots, I didn’t find tons of spots. I was the only one here on a Friday night last week if July 🤷🏼♀️. Or if there were others I didn’t know it. You get cover of some trees quicker than the sacred mountain location farther south on same road. You have to open a gate to get in. I would recommend it, and will probably be back at some point.
Morgan E.GuideBLM Mt. Blanca Rd. Dispersed
Dispersed Mountain Views !
This campsite is very popular, I would definitely recommend arriving early morning time to secure a spot. We got in fairly late in the night from Texas and had to drive in a ways. Many people left early in the morning so sites opened up fairly quickly. The road is graded and then turns into a rocky road that is manageable in a crossover for a ways then high clearance will be needed. There was a small flooded portion that is next to the helipad but we just drove up onto the helipad to get around it as to not risk getting stuck. There are plenty of sites available and even a circle drive in the front of the road if you don’t feel like venturing in during the night. There are A TON of flies! Lots of bug spray and loose clothing to avoid those pesky biting flies. We had a beautiful view of the mountain and Great Sand dunes is a short 20 minutes away. Our pups loved the large open spaces but beware of cacti and tiny burrs.
Mario V.ScoutPiñon Campground — Lathrop State Park
Excellent park
The pinion campground was a great choice for our first rv stay. The park is accommodating with toilets and showers at the campgrounds and has hiking trails and plenty of lake to fish from. We stayed two nights during the week and it was plenty quiet at night and the campsite was a relatively good size. Ours had 30 amp service, and had a spigot not far, to fill our fresh water tank. There was a dump station that was free to use also. Great views and the sand dunes were only an hour away. I highly recommend this place.
Jeanette W.GuideGreat Sand Dunes Oasis
Excellent Location
This campground is so conveniently close to the national park. The property was well-maintained and clean. The staff were very friendly. And, there was a restaurant, gift shop and equipment rental shop on the property.
Our RV spot had full hookups but the sites were so closely spaced that there was no room for a picnic table or outdoor seating. The bathrooms were modern, clean, and with hot showers.
- PPrateekTraveler
Pinon Flats Campground — Great Sand Dunes National Park
A very convenient location if you're planning to conquer the sand dunes
Busy campground with clean toilets. We'll maintained and clean camping spots. The camp store was also well-stocked. I was lucky to get a spot on short notice through dyrt premium feature where it tells you if someone cancels. In July, there were a ton of mosquitoes everywhere except over the sand. From the campground you can easily hike up to the creek and the east face of the dunes within 15-30 minutes. From there, you can climb the dunes as far up as you want to.
Oh and you'll only get shade in the late afternoon at this site, that too like 70-80%.
Luke G.GuidePiñon Campground — Lathrop State Park
Had a fantastic time
Enjoyed bike riding, fishing and swimming. Clean bathrooms and showers.
- DDesiree C.Scout
BLM Near Great Sand Dunes Hwy 150
Beautiful Spot
A very short drive off the road, open and close the gate to get in. We parked up by a little stream in an E350 RV. Ground a bit bumpy, but drivable if you go slow. Cell signal okay, 5G 4bars AT&T but about 1-3 Mbps. Amazing wide open Mountain View’s. Many many bitey bugs!
- TTheresa R.Scout
Greenhorn Meadows Park
Greenhorn Mountain Park Campground
Awesome! Camped by myself without a care in the world.
Guide to Walsenburg
Camping near Walsenburg, Colorado, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs and preferences.
What to do:
- Hiking: Explore the nearby trails. Campers have enjoyed hikes around Blue Lake Campground - Temporarily Closed, where one reviewer mentioned, "Excessive trails for hiking the mountain sheep love to hang around this reservoir."
- Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park, provide access to fishing spots. One visitor shared, "The park is accommodating with toilets and showers at the campgrounds and has hiking trails and plenty of lake to fish from."
- Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A camper at Carpios Ridge Campground — Trinidad Lake State Park noted, "The stars are incredible at night but I think my favorite part was the herd of mountain goats and their babies!"
What campers like:
- Scenic Views: Campers rave about the stunning landscapes. One reviewer at Aspen Acres Campground said, "Great scenery and amazing night sky view."
- Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds, such as St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel, are praised for their cleanliness. A visitor remarked, "Clean bathrooms and showers."
- Quiet Atmosphere: Campers appreciate the peaceful environment. A review for Ophir Creek Campground mentioned, "Such a nice campground! Many sites are right along the creek and it was really flowing and creating some nice 'white noise.'"
What you should know:
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Davenport Campground, have basic facilities. A camper noted, "There is only one hand pump near sites 6/7 that takes forever to get water from."
- Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots can get busy. A visitor at South Shore Campground — Trinidad Lake State Park mentioned, "The campground was full and busy."
- Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds take reservations, especially during peak seasons. One camper at Blue Lake Campground - Temporarily Closed advised, "I arrived on a Friday around 3pm and drove the whole way up to the lake."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids. One reviewer at Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park said, "Enjoyed bike riding, fishing and swimming."
- Plan Activities: Bring games or outdoor activities to keep kids entertained. A camper at Carpios Ridge Campground — Trinidad Lake State Park shared, "Many cool places to explore."
- Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for hikes and outings. A visitor at Aspen Acres Campground mentioned, "The drive out was wonderful and the road is excellent."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have size restrictions. A reviewer at Piñon Campground — Lathrop State Park cautioned, "Don’t attempt with anything over 25’."
- Look for Full Hookups: Campgrounds like Stonewall Lodge & RV Park offer full hookups, which can make your stay more comfortable. One camper noted, "Full hook up. Great value."
- Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some RV sites can be cramped. A visitor at Stonewall Lodge & RV Park mentioned, "Tight spaces. Should have privacy fence from the place next door."
Camping near Walsenburg, Colorado, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking comfort. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
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