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Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50

Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 is located near varied terrain with mountains and open spaces. Temperatures can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Arkansas River for fishing and rafting, as well as hiking trails in the San Isabel National Forest.

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Location

Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

38.521621 N
106.0808945 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Big Rig Friendly

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


PERMIT might be REQUIRED

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Reviewed Jul. 3, 2025

Just a rest stop but has amenities

This is just a rest stop right in town. Has bathrooms and rv dumpstations. A little shade but you are right on the highway in town. Ita not dispersed camping just a parking lot but would do for a quick night sleep and get out. Good verizon cell service.

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  • Review photo of Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 by johny R., July 3, 2025
  • Review photo of Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 by johny R., July 3, 2025
  • Review photo of Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 by johny R., July 3, 2025
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Reviewed Jun. 24, 2023

Great place to dump

$10 dump station, can get water and when visitor center is open they offer great information about the area

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50 does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Poncha Springs Visitor Center Hwy 285 & 50?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.