$50 - $150 / night

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Sweetwater River Resort

Sweetwater River Resort is located near Cotopaxi, Colorado, and features terrain with river access and surrounding hills. The area experiences temperatures ranging 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.

Description

Sweetwater River Resort is a nature-lover’s, outdoor enthusiast’s, fly fishing fanatic’s dream nestled on the banks of the beautiful juniper-lined Arkansas River. You’ll find uncrowded sites to unwind with plenty of river to explore outside the confines of city life. At night you’ll find the clearest skies around, perfect for stargazing.

You can be alone ~ Or meet new people. You can do nothing ~ Or everything. It’s your vacation ~ You design it.

Location

Sweetwater River Resort is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Directions

Located on US Highway 50, exactly halfway between Canon City and Salida, CO, at MP 250 (and 1/2!). We are in western Fremont County, an easy 1.5 hr drive SW of Colorado Springs and 2.5 hr drive SW of Denver.

Address

24871 US Hwy 50 W
Cotopaxi, CO 81223-9605

Coordinates

38.37079749999999 N
105.6879237 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 23, 2024

They tend to your needs.

I had a wonderful stay. Driving in my car. Didn't have a tent. tenting campground is across a bridge that is only on foot. They compensated for me camping in a car.

Site9
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed May. 30, 2023

Great views, Gavin is so sweet!

Gavin (owner) really made our weekend! He made sure our request was accommodated and exceeded expectations!

The views are amazing and the rushing water is so peaceful. You can absolutely see stars at night and are surrounded by the mountains.

Only down side is how remote the tent sites are. Need to go across walking bridge. Made for lugging gear a little exhausting after a weekend of camping.

SiteTents
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Sweetwater River Resort by Danielle W., May 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Sweetwater River Resort by Danielle W., May 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Sweetwater River Resort by Danielle W., May 30, 2023
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Reviewed May. 8, 2020

Happy Dogs CBD RV park

Love this campground. Beautiful facing creek. (River). Zero cell service. Otherwise we would stay for a week or two. Great workers too.

  • Review photo of Sweetwater River Resort by Amy C., May 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Sweetwater River Resort by Amy C., May 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Sweetwater River Resort by Amy C., May 8, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Sweetwater River Resort?

    Camping at Sweetwater River Resort can cost between $50.00 and $150.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Sweetwater River Resort have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Sweetwater River Resort has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Sweetwater River Resort?

    Sweetwater River Resort is located at 6233 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Sweetwater River Resort?

    Sweetwater River Resort allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Sweetwater River Resort?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sweetwater River Resort, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Sweetwater River Resort have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Sweetwater River Resort does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Sweetwater River Resort?

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