Sitting in the high desert terrain south of camping near San Luis, Wild Horse Mountain View occupies a setting defined by the Sanchez Reservoir and the open rangeland that surrounds it. The drive in runs rough in stretches, and at least one visitor found the address directions led to a dead end with no clear parking or camp setup area. Drought conditions have also affected water visibility at the reservoir, so campers should check current levels before booking.
The terrain mixes trees and cactus, as Saraya C. noted: "lots of trees, lots of cactus." Wild horses are a documented presence in the area, sometimes coming down to the water's edge, and night skies draw visitors interested in stargazing away from city light. The Sanchez Reservoir State Wildlife Area sits about 2 miles northeast and provides additional water access context for the broader basin.
At $20 per night, the site allows campfires, pets, and alcohol, and reservations are available through the host. Boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access modes are listed, though on-the-ground conditions suggest confirming exact site logistics directly with the host before arrival. Trash management has been an issue noted in at least one visit. Campers planning a stay should contact the host in advance to confirm current parking, site layout, and water access conditions, particularly during dry seasons.
Description
THIS WATERFRONT PROPERTY MAKES YOU WANT TO GET OUT OF BED! Here is your opportunity to camp on a 2-acre waterfront property on a 1,462-acre lake called the Sanchez Reservoir & State Wildlife Area. Enjoy a stress-free environment as you walk the lake with your morning coffee. Launch your boat and take the family fishing along the shores of this pristine lake for northern pike, trout, and walleye. The surrounding mountains are breathtaking and are never-ending, it’s amazing. Wild Horse Mesa is home to wild mustangs which roam the area freely, as well as mule deer, elk, pronghorn & more! Safe driving as the access road is well maintained by the county.
Visiting nearby natural wonders offer exciting exploration and discovery; Great Sand Dunes National Park, Zapata Falls, Blanca Peak, Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area, Culebra Peak, Mountain Home Reservoir, Rito Seco Park, Taos Ski Valley. The local towns, San Luis, Fort Garland, Blanca and Alamosa are as hometown as you can get and the people, shops, & restaurants are fantastic!
Make this your recreational camping get-away today! You can stay as long as 29 days. Pets welcome. Please call or text to get the address.
Warning: You will be charged a cleanup fee of $150 if you do leave your garbage behind.
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Map & DirectionsWild Horse Mountain View is located in Colorado near San Luis
Private CampgroundDirections
Raw land next to Sanchez Reservoir, maintained gravel road.
Coordinates
37.07845263915304 N
105.42065623173558 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 5 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 26 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 45 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 3 hrs 52 min from Farmington, NM
