Camping and RV information in the Valley

Our National and State Forest Services work to help make your camping experience one to remember... clean, safe and entertaining.  Certain restrictions are often necessary to preserve our forests and campgrounds, and change as seasonal or climate conditions change make it necessary to double check BEFORE you plan your trip.  In some instances, permits are required, open fires are prohibited outside designated camp sites, (fireworks are ALWAYS prohibited), and some fishing restrictions exist based on location and type of fish.  Because the entire upper Arkansas Valley area is growing in popularity, it's often beneficial to make a reservation in advance, whether private or public.

Wildlife in the National Forest camping areas should be respected and enjoyed.  Keep a clean camp and please leave it better than you found it.  Watch carefully for "private property" signs.

For your convenience, we're listing all the private RV parks and campgrounds first, followed by the public lands campgrounds/sites.

Although the staff here at ArkansasValleyLiving.com does try to make sure all businesses listed on this site are legitimate, we do not check references or to see if they are insured, therefore we cannot guarantee any service levels.   We encourage you to check into any business you intend to patronize.

Campgrounds and RV Parks

Arkansas River Rim Campground & RV Park   times rated=1   view ratings     rate this business
(This business is an Associate of the Arkansas Valley Chamber of Commerce!)
Spectacular views on river - campsites, full hook-ups, family run
City: Buena Vista
Phone: 719-395-8883

Arrowhead Point Camping Resort   view ratings     rate this business
(This business is an Associate of the Arkansas Valley Chamber of Commerce!)
jeep rentals, swimming pool, cabins, arcade, meals, nightly movies
City: Buena Vista
Phone: 719-395-2323

Buena Vista KOA Campground   times rated=1   view ratings     rate this business
campground
City: Buena Vista
Phone: 800-562-2672

Chalk Creek Campground   times rated=2   view ratings     rate this business
(This business is an Associate of the Arkansas Valley Chamber of Commerce!)
13 acre campground, RV electric 20/30/50/100amp, propane, camp store
City: Nathrop
Phone: 800-643-9727

Four Seasons RV Park   view ratings     rate this business
full hookups, grass sites, free cable TV
City: Salida
Phone: 719-539-3084

Heart of the Rockies RV & Tent Campground   view ratings     rate this business
Complete camping facilities and RV park
City: Salida
Phone: 1-800-317-4052

High Country Campers   view ratings     rate this business
(This business is an Associate of the Arkansas Valley Chamber of Commerce!)
week long camp for kids ages 12-18: fishing, hiking, biking, etc.
City: Twin Lakes
Phone: 719-251-9961

Leadville RV Corral   view ratings     rate this business
clean, family oriented
City: Leadville
Phone: 719-486-3111

Monarch Spur RV Park   view ratings     rate this business
RV park
City: Poncha Springs
Phone: 888-814-3001 toll free

Mt. Princeton RV Park   view ratings     rate this business
campground and RV park
City: Buena Vista
Phone: 719-395-6206

Snowy Peaks RV & Mobile Park   view ratings     rate this business
RV and mobile home park
City: Buena Vista
Phone: 800-954-8481

Sugar Loafin' RV Campground   times rated=6   view ratings     rate this business
(This business is an Associate of the Arkansas Valley Chamber of Commerce!)
30 amp-50amp electric, water, sewer - many sites for slide-outs - tent site
City: Leadville
Phone: 719-486-1031

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For more information about USDA Forest Service Campgrounds, and/or to make a reservation in a National Forest Campground, call 877-444-6777.

Salida Ranger District Office
325 W. Rainbow Blvd (Hwy 50)
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-3591
www.fs.fed.us/r2/psicc/sal

Leadville Ranger District Office
2015 North Poplar
Leadville, CO 80461
(719) 486-0749
email: r2_psicc_webmail@fs.fed.us
web: www.fs.fed.us/r2/psicc/leadville

You can also access each of these campgrounds individually for specific detailed information on-line:
http://www.recreation.gov/restNRRS.cfm?id=1053&states=CO

For information about Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area/Colorado State Parks campgrounds, contact:
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
307 W. Sackett Ave.
Salida, CO 81201
719-539-7289
www.parks.state.co.us
You can also make reservations at the above web site or by calling 1-800-678-2267.

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