wide angle view looking north from Fruita Canyon overlook near sunrise
Sunrise From Within a Tent in Saddlehorn Campground
Female Desert Bighorn Sheep in Snow
Female Desert Bighorn Sheep in Snow
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Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms

Available sites

79 total sites

About Saddlehorn Campground

Saddlehorn Campground is located within Colorado National Monument which preserves one of the grand landscapes of the American West. Much more than a monument, towering monoliths exist within a vast plateau and canyon panorama. You can experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons along the twists and turns of Rim Rock Drive, where you may spy bighorn sheep and soaring eagles.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Oct 11 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

79 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 02, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 03, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 04, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 05, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 46 ft long · Paved
⛺ 06, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 07, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 08, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 09, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 11, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
⛺ 14, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 16, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 17, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 18, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 19, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 20, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 21, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 22, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 23, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 24, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 25, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 26, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 27, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 28, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 29, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 30, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 31, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 32, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 33, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 34, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 35, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 36, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 37, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 38, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 39, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 40, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 41, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 35 ft long · Gravel
🚐 42, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
⛺ 43, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 44, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 45, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 46, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 47, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 48, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 49, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 50, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 51, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
⛺ 52, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 53, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 54, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 55, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 56, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 57, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 58, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 59, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 60, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 61, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 62, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 63, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 64, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 65, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 66, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 67, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 68, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 69, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 70, Loop: C Tent
Paved
⛺ 71, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 72, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 73, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 74, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 75, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 76, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 77, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 78, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 79, Loop: C Tent
Gravel
⛺ 80, Loop: C Tent
Gravel

Reviews (801)

What Guests Are Saying

Saddlehorn Campground is highly praised for its stunning views, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts. Reviewers appreciated the well-maintained restrooms, spacious tent sites, and the quiet atmosphere, making it a great place for relaxation and outdoor activities. While some noted the heat and limited shade, the overall experience and natural beauty of the area left many eager to return.

Review Summary

4.6
801 reviews
5
71.2%
570
4
19.2%
154
3
4.9%
39
2
3.4%
27
1
1.4%
11

John Y

Verified

October 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: A

4

Carlos S

Verified

October 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: B

5

Saddlehorn Campground at Colorado National Monument is an absolute gem! The campsites are incredibly well-maintained and thoughtfully spaced apart, giving you privacy and a peaceful atmosphere. The bathrooms are spotless, which is a huge plus when camping. I stayed at Lot 47B, and I have to say, it offers the best view of Fruita Canyon—you wake up to stunning scenery right outside your tent. The entire campground is quiet and serene, making it perfect for a relaxing outdoor escape. If you're camping anywhere near the area, this spot is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

Marco D

Verified

October 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A

5

Perfect camp site, great views, awesome host, clean facilities…what else can you wish for?

Juliann B

Verified

October 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: B

5

Beautiful views, clean bathrooms, friendly attendants = Fabulous!

James M

Verified

October 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A

5

Beautiful campground in an incredible setting. Camp sites are nicely spaced with lots of trees providing privacy.
Restrooms were very clean, well maintained and stocked, they appear to have been renovated recently.
Nearby NPS visitor center was one of the very best I have visited . The educational and information displays are top notch.
Camp hosts were wonderful, very approachable, friendly and helpful.
A wonderful place to camp and enjoy an equally incredible Park!

Dale D

Verified

October 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: B

5

Love it here!!

Natalie E

Verified

October 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: B

2

Campground is great, but the site we slept at (33b) had a power pole next to the tent pad. We could hear and feel the electricity surging all night long. I would not recommend using this as an active site for users. First it seems very dangerous to sleep under the power pole, second the fact that we can feel the electricty is unerving.

Daniel K

Verified

October 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: A

5

Literally one of my favorite places to camp! Very chill, and love the views! Clean bathrooms too!

Elyse W

Verified

October 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: B

5

We loved staying at the Saddlehorn CG. The area is stunning, bathrooms clean, and fairly convenient to get to town. Neither of us had ever stayed at Colorado National Monument before, but we certainly would like to do it again.

Virginia D

Verified

October 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 76, Loop: C

5

Stayed at Campsite 76C from 10/3-10/5 and it was great! EZ-up or a canopy is definitely needed during the peak heat of the day, or you can go cool off down by the Colorado River. This specific spot was awesome, not a ton of people throughout the day, but the campsites around filled up towards the end of the day. Right next to the water fill-up station, and a short walk from the bathrooms.

Location & Directions for Saddlehorn Campground

1750 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO 81521 United States

Elevation: 1,747 ft

Getting There

<p><strong>Westbound on Highway I-70 towards Grand Junction: </strong>take Exit 31 (Horizon Drive). Follow signs through Grand Junction to the park's east entrance. The visitor center and campground are 19 mi (18.6 mi) from the east entrance. <br>...

Nearest town

Fruita, CO - 7.7 mi

About 18 min to downtown

Nearby National Park

Arches National Park

Arches National Park Entrance Station

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (103 min)

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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