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    Carbondale / Crystal River KOA

    3.6 (25 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Cindy M.

    Totally happy here. Zero complaints. Staff were helpful and friendly and re-arranged sites so I would not have to move. Super happy with tent site TA. River side setting was tranquil and had some shade. Bathroom was clean. Wifi worked great. Laundry was easy to use. Not much road noise. Well stocked store. Large sitting area/kitchenette/pool table area. Would not hesitate to return.

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    David S.

    Very charming KOA in an amazing location. This KOA features a large dog park, spots on the river, and a heated pool. We really enjoyed our stay. The only negative is no sewer but they have a device to remove sewage from your camper at your spot for $10. There's even a bike trail from the KOA to Carbondale. Also in the area I recommend checking out Penny Hot Springs about 8 miles away for free hot springs in the national forest.

    This is the site next to us where the other camper should be parked
    Carroll H.

    Was happy with the space we reserved then the camper next to us, has been allowed to literally PARK IN OUR SPACE and share what we reserved long ago as a large campsite to relax in, Very unhappy this is allowed

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    Matheson H.

    I think this place has been greatly improved lately. It has been the best campground on our week long road trip. We called last minute and the lady on phone was super nice and accommodating. She put us in a beautiful spot right on the river (#3). It had a brand new concrete patio with round table and furniture and a fire pit. The bathrooms are brand new and were clean. They had a volleyball net, a small playground, a little dog park, which our dog loved. We didn't try the pool. All-in-all a great experience.

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    The cabins are amazing. Such a relaxing, beautiful setting. We will be back for sure. The little sauna was an added bonus.

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    Great campground. The rv spaces are very spread out and well manicured. The campground is right on the river and great staff.

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    Amazing little spot on the river. Very clean new bath houses. I would definitely stay here again!!

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    The bike trail from the campground to Carbondale was a very scenic 6 mile ride (12 mi RT) and the day trip we took to Maroon Belles was out of this world!

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    Elk Creek Campground

    Elk Creek Campground

    4.0(43 reviews)
    26.7 mi

    Returning campers here (June 2023, June 2024) - Why we keep coming back:…read moreFriendly staff that go the extra mile for their customers i.e. accommodating camping date change, honoring military camping rates, firewood drop off, recommendations on local hikes and places to shoot. Things that stand out about Elk Creek Campground: -So clean & well managed -Creekside camping unlike anything else, spacious sites with pull through options -Secure dog park and dog waste stations throughout -Beautiful flower arrangements and landscaping adorn the property -Fire safety throughout the campground -Wildlife alerts to campers -Location, location, location; about an hour to Aspen, an hour to Vail, 20 minutes to Glenwood Springs, 15 minutes to Harvey Gap State Park (fishing, paddle boarding, hiking). If you want a Colorado Rocky Mountian experience that feels like you're a world away but only 10 minutes from the market, we can't recommend this one of a kind retreat enough!

    What a WONDERFUL little campground! Very clean and nice bathrooms! A definite *10* ! Our campsite…read morefor our 25' RV was a very nice back-in site right on Elk Creek. The manager, Logan was so nice. He helped us out with an awkward situation re a neighbor's bright light, and he handled it very diplomatically. The one thing that disappointedly me was the laundry room and its facilities. $2.50 per SMALL washer (there were 3), and $1.50 per dryer (there were 4). The room seemed dirty, the dryers seemed dirty. The whole room needs some attention and love. I don't think we'll be traveling thru Glenwood Springs again, but you never know .... if we do, we'll be sure to reserve a campsite at Elk Creek Campground!

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    Ami's Acres Campgrounds - Office/restrooms

    Ami's Acres Campgrounds

    3.7(43 reviews)
    18.9 mi

    Ami's Acres - Glamping-adjacent with good vibes and surprise mirrors…read more This spot has everything you need to camp comfortably--and maybe a few things you don't expect, like giant bathroom mirrors big enough to check your aura. (Which is hilarious, because I left my makeup and vanity at home with my dignity. Just here to wash my face and vibe with the trees, thanks.) Ladies' bathroom: surprisingly solid. Two toilets, two shower stalls with hooks galore (finally, somewhere to hang the 57 things I bring into a shower). A bench for your stuff = chef's kiss. Double sink setup outside the stalls is a bonus. I didn't expect to have better lighting here than in my actual house. Campsite: long, shaded, and solar panel-friendly. No picnic table, which I did pout about for 30 seconds until I realized I never sit at them anyway. Full hook-ups for those of us who like our nature with a side of electricity. ‍ Staff was great--we got a friendly check-in call around 10am and were offered a personal site tour near Tractor Supply (iconic). Husband backed us in like a pro, no stress. Gold star to him. No individual fire pits at RV sites, which we get--it's dry enough to ignite a marshmallow by looking at it wrong. Communal pits by the office if you're feeling social or want to channel your inner cowboy. There are some long-term residents, which wasn't an issue, but might be nice to have visitors grouped separately--just for the ambiance. Birds and nature sounds = A+. Trains and road noise = present, but meh. By the time we hit the sack, we're toast anyway. Camping sleep hits different.

    Stayed here Friday-Saturday-Sunday to go whitewater kayaking in the local area. Very reasonable…read moreprices! Selected a drive-in tent campsite. Was assigned site #65. Nice large site at end of 61-65 "branch". Ground is "solid" (seems to be a Colorado thing); recommend a free-standing tent. Did manage to get a few stakes in to help with tent fly, but it might have been tough if i needed stakes to keep the tent up. Easy walk to nice bathhouse/hot showers (no coins or tokens needed!)/flush toilets. Well-maintained port-a-potty on the 61-65 "branch" in case someone wants a nearby option (eg, at night). Can hear the highway, but i didn't find this to be a big problem. Didn't even notice it while sleeping in the back of my SUV. One note: plan to get here in daylight! Traffic was awful out of Denver, and i arrived at 9:30pm. Decided to park near office and walk with flashlight to find my site. Not easy to drive to find it in the vehicle! Owners very nice! Called me at 7pm to tell me my site #; no problem checking in the next morning. I will definitely use this campground again!

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    Ami's Acres Campgrounds - Rustic design

    Rustic design

    Ami's Acres Campgrounds - Drive in tent camping site #65

    Drive in tent camping site #65

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    carbondale/crystal river koa campground

    carbondale/crystal river koa campground

    2.4(5 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    A lot of subterfuge here. No sewer hookups, next to a busy HWY, about 30 feet from it. I stayed…read morefor three nights and was absolutely exhausted when I went home. I was relieved to be home. Even if you were next to the few sites that are next to the river the noise doesn't change. You could pull off on I-70 and get better rest and relaxation. I live on 5.5 acres in the Black Forest and realized I could RV better on my own property. Really a pity to waste the money and time to camp here. Life is too short. Had a mallet stolen from the RV as well. KOA workers are OK, but I wouldn't say inviting and warm. Carbondale is wonderful and the town and businesses there are great. That was the only upside.

    Because of Patti we will never return to this KOA nor will we recommend it and our other reviews…read morewill reflect that. As a matter of fact, the owners will know too. Patti is very brash and rude in how she speaks to people! We didn't get in good when she snapped at us about having a dog in the office (ironically, we saw hers in the office as we checked out). Later, we were yelled at and treated like 5 year old's when she told us about burning in the fire pit. Yelled at like 5 year old's!!! What sane adult does that??? In regards to her comment to me in an email about fire "notices", no, there were no notices posted anywhere nor did "one of your employees come to the cabins and post notices". I know, I was there, all day, every day! NOTHING was posted on the door or window anywhere. After reading other reviews from previous tenants, Patti obviously does not know how to deal with people in an adult-like and respectful manner. In regards to Patti, I suggest...#1, she take several classes on customer service or #2, she needs to find another job that doesn't deal with people!!! The "manager" position does not work for her.

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    carbondale/crystal river koa campground - The smaller camper pulled into our space. , not theirs, to be by the tree in OUR SPACE.didn't ask, came back from lake, there they were

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    The smaller camper pulled into our space. , not theirs, to be by the tree in OUR SPACE.didn't ask, came back from lake, there they were

    Lost Lake Campground - View from Three Lakes Trail down to the campground

    Lost Lake Campground

    5.0(2 reviews)
    37.5 mi

    Great campground in Gunnison National Forest. It is on Forest Service Road 706, off county road…read more12, between Paonia and Crested Butte. There are 15 campsites (FCFS) plus a small parking area for day use. CR 12 and FSR 706 are not paved, but any vehicle can travel the roads. The highlight of the campground is Lost Lake, a pristine alpine lake at 9600' elevation. The Beckwith Peaks are in the background. If you paddle across the lake (SUP or kayak - no motorized water craft) you get a stunning view of the Ruby Range. (No Ruby Range photos since I didn't bring my waterproof phone case this trip). The lake is dammed and is filled with snow runoff. Even in midJuly, the water was COLD. No chance in h e l l I was going to let myself fall off that SUP! But midJuly was prime time for the wild flowers. Lupine. Queen Anne's lace. Wild rose. Pentsemon. Sneeze weed. Cow parsnip. Fire weed. Absolutely stunning. I'm told the lake is stocked twice annually with rainbow trout. But I don't fish so can't verify. I did see lots of fishermen though.

    This campground was relatively easy to access, on a gravel road well-maintained. The camping spaces…read morewere not too crowded in on each other, and plenty of trees for shade. There are picnic areas with grills, bathrooms, and access to the lake for recreation. Plenty of trails for hiking by foot, or with horses. This place makes for a great one-day or multi-day visit.

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    Lost Lake Campground - Pentsemon

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    Crested Butte RV Resort - Proof our 45 foot trailer fit!

    Crested Butte RV Resort

    2.6(19 reviews)
    35.6 mi

    This location was quiet, incredibly convenient, and everyone we spoke to is very kind! The sunsets…read moreare stunning, we have a very large rig over 45 feet, and it was a little maneuvering we fit in just fine. Not all the sites would accommodate this larger a rig except for the motorhome sites at the front, which during the time we were renting was not allowed for fifth wheels. We have no problem with the other site that they put it now just be aware ! The owners are sooo kind. I had a work package mailed there by mistake and they didn't mind and held it for me! Yes, they do have a lot of signs about where your pet can and cannot go, I would say if you plan on having your dog run around this is not the place for you. But they have plenty of spots to go potty, and they're conveniently located across the street from a beautiful trail! Your dog will love walking on that, instead!! We really enjoyed our stay, would come back

    Not Exactly "Paradise" We've been on the road for 6 weeks…read moreand were looking forward to a relaxing stay near Crested Butte - a town known for being dog-friendly. Unfortunately, this RV park didn't match the vibe at all. For a place labeled as a resort, it's located in an industrial park and bombarded with "NO" signs - no this, no that - which set a very negative tone from the start. Surprisingly, the owner also runs a dog grooming business, but the park itself didn't feel welcoming to dog owners. That was a real letdown. The positives: the views are great, and each site has water and electric hookups. However, there's no on-site sewer -- you'll need to go into town to dump. There's just one bathroom and shower per gender, though they were clean and well-kept. Overall, it's adequate if you're just looking for a place to park in a beautiful area. But for dog owners or anyone looking for a truly friendly, "resort-like" experience - you might want to keep looking.

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    Crested Butte RV Resort - View from by the water in the dog side

    View from by the water in the dog side

    Crested Butte RV Resort - Back of our site. Showing our 45 ft rv fitting

    Back of our site. Showing our 45 ft rv fitting

    Crested Butte RV Resort - Fly fishing 75 feet from campground.

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    Fly fishing 75 feet from campground.

    Carbondale / Crystal River KOA - rvparks - Updated May 2026

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