Best Cabin Camping near Westcliffe, CO

Cabins at Grape Creek RV Park near Westcliffe provide full-hookup accommodations with mountain views of the Sangre de Cristo range. Valley View Hot Springs offers cabins with varying levels of amenities and access to natural hot springs pools scattered across the property. Bighorn Park features cabins overlooking the Arkansas River with water and electric utilities, while Cutty's Resort at Hayden Creek provides cabin rentals with access to both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Some cabins include kitchenettes, while others provide only basic sleeping quarters. Bathroom facilities range from private bathrooms in deluxe units to shared bathhouse access for more rustic options. "The cabins at Mingus Ranch are very rustic with no water and only one outlet. The cabin has an outhouse that is fifty feet away."

Rustic log cabins near Westcliffe typically accommodate 2-6 people with basic furnishings. Most properties allow pets, though some may charge additional fees. Peak season typically runs May through October, with several resorts closing during winter months. Royal Gorge RV Resort, Sand Dunes Recreation, and St. Charles Campground at Lake Isabel all offer cabin rentals with varying amenities. Advance reservations are essential, especially during summer months when cabins book quickly. A camper noted: "We spotted big horn sheep on the cliff behind us! The park also had a live singer entertain one night!"

Most cabins include beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties—some include refrigerators and microwaves while others provide only outdoor fire pits for cooking. Basic provisions can be purchased at camp stores in larger resorts like Royal Gorge KOA and Aspen Acres Campground, though selection is limited. The town of Westcliffe has grocery stores and supplies approximately 2-3 miles from Grape Creek RV Park. Firewood is available for purchase at most properties where fires are permitted. Depending on the cabin's location and amenities, visitors should pack accordingly for varying levels of rustic accommodations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Westcliffe, Colorado (39)

    1. Grape Creek RV Park

    1 Review
    Westcliffe, CO
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 783-2588

    "We’ve done 2 weeklong stays at Grape Creek RV Park near Westcliffe, Colorado."

    2. Great Sand Dunes Oasis

    54 Reviews
    Great Sand Dunes National Park And Preserve, CO
    31 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."

    3. Valley View Hot Springs—Orient Land Trust - CLOTHING OPTIONAL

    11 Reviews
    Villa Grove, CO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 256-4315

    "Campsites with electric hook ups are limited. Bathrooms and showers are clean."

    "The camp sites were simple but great and you have total access to all hot springs, bathrooms, showers, sauna, AND a communal outdoor kitchen."

    4. Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA

    18 Reviews
    Cañon City, CO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 275-6116

    "The site we got had our door facing another camper's door and our picnic tables were next to eachother, so we didn't spend much time hanging out outside."

    "Always great bathrooms and showers. 1st campsite was full of fire ants but we were able to move to 109 with electric for our tent. Lots of great stuff for kids. Slide, playground, mini golf."

    5. Cutty's Resort - Hayden Creek

    10 Reviews
    Coaldale, CO
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 942-4222

    $60 - $300 / night

    "Our family and another reserved two sites next to each other. The pools on site were perfect for the kids. On site mini golf was a blast. The views in the campground were awesome."

    "Close to everything you need but you will feel away from it all."

    6. Aspen Acres Campground

    10 Reviews
    Beulah, CO
    23 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."

    7. St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

    10 Reviews
    Beulah, CO
    24 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."

    8. Sand Dunes Recreation

    28 Reviews
    Mosca, CO
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 378-2807

    "We stayed in the overflow tent area are which was nice because it was a little bit further away from the more crowded part of the campground."

    "We booked this cabin for the cheap price and didn’t even know about the on-site hot spring until we got there. It’s a bit quirky but we loved it and I am waiting for the right moment to go back."

    9. Bighorn Park

    3 Reviews
    Cotopaxi, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 942-4266

    "Tent spots and cabins. 30 50 amp. Water and some spots with sewers. Nice office some supplies, showers, laundry. Spot by the river for fishing and or sitting."

    "We stayed in three different spaces because we kept wanting to stay longer. They were all nice sized spaces, although some spaces appeared to be rather small."

    10. Royal Gorge RV Resort & Cabins

    7 Reviews
    Cañon City, CO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 420-1555

    $45 - $74 / night

    "The camp store was well stocked with firewood, camping supplies, a s’mores bar, cold drinks and lots of Colorado made items. The view from the hot tub was amazing!"

    "We had a great tent spot up on the hill with a great view of the valley behind. So it was a quiet tent spot to ourself, but 30 seconds down the hill foe access to the amazing restroom and showers!"

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Cabin Reviews near Westcliffe, CO

289 Reviews of 39 Westcliffe Campgrounds


  • Jt T.
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Cripple Creek KOA

    Wonderful location

    Beautiful place to bring the family as They have activities for all ages we stayed in a couples cabin which was beautifully done log furniture comfortable bed Fire pit in front of Cabin. There is showers laundry and store. Casions just 5 min away

  • Judy F.
    Aug. 18, 2018

    Cripple Creek KOA

    Beautiful scenery

    Convenient location to Cripple Creek CO. Mountain views. Situated on meadow hillside. Hiking trails, full hookups, fire rings with grills, picnic tables. Level sites with many pull thrus. Helpful owners. Sparkling bathrooms. Individual showers. Laundry rooms. Hummingbirds everywhere.

  • 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.

  • Kari T.
    Sep. 28, 2016

    Alamosa KOA

    Friendly, Beautiful KOA in Alamosa

    The Alamosa KOA was chosen by our family because we like to have the option for swimming at the end of a hard day of play in the National Parks. We made our reservation for our site in March, a mere three months before our mid-week, June 7 arrival.

    This KOA has a nice sized heated, outdoor pool with reasonable hours, closing around 8:00 PM. The pool temperature was warm enough for even the adults to slip right into it. There is also a fantastic playground with updated equipment, including an elevated tunnel system that ends with safety slides. When you have a small child who loves to play, especially a special needs child, this is a big deal! Other amenities include showers and laundry facilities (we did not use either but they looked nice). Wi-Fi is advertised, and the signal is available, but was not even fast or reliable enough to load photos from Instagram or Twitter. Streaming would be out of the question, but it would probably suffice for checking email.

    One of the more unique benefits offered at this KOA include on-site Hunt Brothers Pizza and breadsticks. Not only can you get hot, fresh pizza here, made to order, but they will deliver it to your site! In addition, they deliver wood and ice. This site also offers a weekend pancake breakfast (seasonal).

    The RV sites were leveled very well, and they have both 30-amp and 50-amp sites available. There are small shade trees scattered throughout the camping area, but they are still quite young and small. I read some previous reviews that felt the sites were too close together. Although there was little privacy, we have certainly had less room between sites than we had in Alamosa. Perhaps with slide-outs it might be more compact, but our little Starcraft fit in just fine. In addition to RV sites, there are tent sites and camping cabins available.

    Our take-away from Alamosa KOA: The view from the campsite and the kindness and helpfulness of the hosts, the Martin family, make this a return-trip campground for sure! Any questions for us about this site? Leave them in the comments below!

  • 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!

  • E
    May. 16, 2021

    Alamosa KOA

    Alamosa KOA

    This campground has everything you need. Trash pick up, firewood delivery pick nick tables and fire rings at every site. There is a well stocked store with ice, propane, firewood etc. We showed up on a Saturday and there was rock painting and $2 ice cream for the kids right next to the playground. If you want a quieter site however be sure to request something AWAY from the playground! It’s pretty noisy with the kids. Staff is great, views are good and the Sand Dunes are 1/2 hr away. Oh, they have free WiFi and hot showers as well. Kinda deluxe.


Guide to Westcliffe

Cabin accommodations near Westcliffe range from basic units with limited amenities to deluxe options with full kitchens and private bathrooms. Located at 7,888 feet elevation in the Wet Mountain Valley, Westcliffe experiences significant temperature drops after sunset even in summer months. Sites along the Arkansas River corridor offer riverside cabin options while mountain locations provide higher elevation accommodations with cooler temperatures.

What to do

Fishing access from cabins: Sand Dunes Recreation positions campers near both hot springs and fishing locations. A visitor noted, "Plenty of spaces when we arrived. Few RV sites that had full hookups and then gravel road to a lot more primitive spots rocky but nice. Great views in the mountains and can see the Great Sand Dunes."

Natural hot springs exploration: At Valley View Hot Springs—Orient Land Trust, visitors can access numerous soaking pools. "Valley View is a large swath of land with about 12 beautiful pools and about 20+ camping spots. The gem here is the wonderful landscape and the soaking pools throughout," explains one camper. Another adds, "Hiking to the hot springs pools and soaking with snow on the ground was a whole experience worth having."

Stargazing: The dark skies near Westcliffe cabins provide excellent stargazing opportunities. A visitor to Aspen Acres Campground commented, "No city lights meant for a lovely starry evening." Westcliffe is recognized as an International Dark Sky Community, making cabin rentals ideal for nighttime astronomy.

Wildlife viewing: Keep binoculars handy at Bighorn Park for potential wildlife sightings. "We spotted big horn sheep on the cliff behind us!" reports one reviewer, highlighting the natural setting of riverside cabins.

What campers like

Diverse cabin options: Cabin rentals range from rustic to luxurious. At Royal Gorge RV Resort & Cabins, "We'd love to come back and stay in one of their new cabins with a fantastic view of the snow capped Sangre De Cristo mountains!"

River locations: Riverside cabins provide natural soundscapes. A visitor at Bighorn Park enthused, "We have an Outlaw toy hauler so we're so lucky to get a back-in spot overlooking the river. Slept with the back open and fell asleep to the river sounds. Just heavenly!"

Family-oriented amenities: Many cabin properties include recreational facilities. At Cutty's Resort - Hayden Creek, "They have lots of outdoor activities on site: mini golf, tetherball, swimming pool, play areas, cornhole, etc. Wonderful location with a peaceful stream running through it. Also an indoor pool and arcade games."

Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses enhance the cabin experience. A visitor to St Charles Campground noted, "The camp host was great and helped us find a great spot," while another praised the "Peaceful park, great place for hiking."

What you should know

Reservation timing: Advance planning is essential for cabin stays. At Valley View Hot Springs, "You need to reserve well in advance as the demand is much higher than the capacity."

Water considerations: Water systems vary between properties. At Sand Dunes Recreation, one camper observed, "All the water on site comes out hot which was great for our chilly visit yet may not be as nice in the hotter months."

Cell service limitations: Digital connectivity is restricted in many cabin areas. At Aspen Acres Campground, "No cell service for Verizon. Personally, I was happy to be unplugged for a couple of days!"

Packing essentials: Most cabin accommodations require guests to bring their own linens. The camp store at Royal Gorge RV Resort is "well stocked with firewood, camping supplies, a s'mores bar, cold drinks and lots of Colorado made items," helping guests fill supply gaps.

Tips for camping with families

Seek properties with dedicated children's activities: Choose cabin locations with structured recreation. Cutty's Resort features "young staff that organized hands on crafts and science experiment classes for all the kids to participate in who were staying that weekend. One class was the kids making alka seltzer rockets."

Consider proximity to bathrooms: Family-friendly cabin selection should account for bathroom access. At Aspen Acres Campground, a visitor noted their "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."

Check for rainy day options: Mountain weather can change quickly, so cabins with indoor alternatives help. One camper at St Charles Campground shared, "We had a lovely time. Spent the first day in our tent due to weather."

Tips from RVers

Assess cabin parking: When bringing an RV along with cabin rental, check parking limitations. At Cutty's Resort, a visitor mentioned, "Our particular site was pretty unlevel but that's not the campground's fault. If you're looking for shade-this place has trees galore-but that also means it gets chilly at night so be aware!"

Look for level sites: Many cabin properties also offer RV sites. At Royal Gorge RV Resort, "The sites were level and well-kept," making them suitable for parking larger vehicles during cabin stays.

Consider hookup options: Some properties allow RV connections near cabins. A visitor to Grape Creek RV Park explained, "The spaces are long and level and each contains full hookups, a large patch of grass, aspen trees, and best of all great views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains."

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