Stargazers and wildlife watchers will find this private campground positioned on open terrain near San Luis. The property sits 3.2 miles north of town with both drive-in and walk-in site options available for $15-$35 per night. Campfires are permitted, and pets can accompany their owners.
The campground's proximity to a lake provides water access, while the open landscape offers unobstructed night sky views. Reservations can be made in advance. Campers seeking additional options in the area can explore campgrounds around San Luis or visit nearby Home Mountain Reservoir SWA - Dispersed Campsites located 2.5 miles northeast.
Description
Reconnect with yourself and nature at this unforgettable escape. Enjoy amazing views and awesome picture perfect sunsets every night.
**THE YURT IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE**
Use the tent, bring and stay in your campervan or pitch your own tent. Pack in what you pack out.
The Tent
A large 8-10 person waterproof canvas bell tents on top of a 16 ft x 18 ft platform - 16 feet in diameter. The tent has low profile windows that go around the perimeter of the tent and a large netted door with double zippers for privacy. There is a propane heater that you can use on cooler nights but propane is not provided. The heater takes the little green cans. There is also one air mattress with a battery power air pump if you wish to use it. The batteries may or may not be good so if you are planning on using it please make sure to bring 4 D batteries just in case. Parking space next to the tent so you wont have to carry your gear very far. This is a primitive site and does not have water or electric. Please pack in what you pack out.
The Property
The property is marked off with green poles with pink flag tape on the tops. You are free to roam anywhere inside this area. During the summer months rattlesnakes are active in the area so please be aware of what is around you when walking around. Also the tent is guidelines around the whole tent for support. Please do not mess with the guidelines and be careful when walking around them so you don't trip.
There is a fire pit in front of the tent to use when you are allowed. Please check local weather for "Red Flag Warnings" in area 225 (San Luis Valley). If there is a warning for that area it is illegal to outside open fires.
Popular hikes
- Zapata Falls and South Zapata Lake -30mins away
- Great Sand Dunes National Park -40 mins away
- Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area -25 mins away
**Popular Attractions **
- The UFO Watch Town -35 mins away
- Colorado Gators Reptile Park -35 mins away
- The Town of Fort Garland -15 mins away
**Ski/Snowboarding **
- Taos -1 hr away
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSecluded Star Gazer Campsite Near Great Sand Dunes National Park is located in Colorado near San Luis
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/14/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/14/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 40 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 20 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 24 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 3 hrs 37 min from Farmington, NM
