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

Bert T

Verified

June 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A

5

I had a great trip! Reservations were complete, with no problems. Clean restrooms, and easy access to water.
I liked being within walking distance of the visitors center.
Good access to hiking, and also did some cycling. The cactus’ were in bloom, which made the hiking more spectacular.
I will visit there again, and explore some of the many hikes.

Robert S

Verified

June 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: B

5

Camp site was AWESOME!!!! Great view from the top of the butte looking out over an area larger than Rhode Island (I think).

Challenge was the wind that picked up but that was manageable.

Highly recommend this campground

Lisa K

Verified

June 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: B

5

Such a beautiful place to camp! There are so many great trails and places to explore nearby.

Jacob W

Verified

June 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: B

5

An absolutely beautiful campground with amazing views! Our site was right on the edge of the campground so we were able to get a great view of the surrounding area. Our site didn’t have a designated tent pad which didn’t bother us, we were able to get set up in a nice spot. Restrooms and water spout is a quick walk from the site and the camp host was super friendly and welcoming. You are also right off the main road that goes through the park so you get to see all the amazing sites there pretty easily. The sun can get pretty intense so bring lots of protection and the site can be a bit dusty.

Diane T

Verified

June 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A

4

Helpful camp host redirected me from my Saddlehorn reservation to a FCFS tent area "C". Weather played havoc with my plans so I spent more time around the Co Nat'l Mon than planned. Easy campground to walk/wander with amazing views. Even when full it is relatively quiet but you can hear everything. C tends to be quiet campers with few children. I did not use the restrooms. Did fill water at spigots around the campground.

Gran T

Verified

June 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 38, Loop: B

1

This is not a campsite it is a trailer park.

David F

Verified

June 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A

5

Very clean campground and bathrooms.

Erik V

Verified

June 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: B

5

Amazing campground with great scenery and views. The host was very friendly and the grounds plus bathrooms were very well maintained.

Amanda W

Verified

June 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: A

5

An absolutely beautiful spot to camp - campground was clean and the host was extremely nice and generous

Alison J

Verified

June 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B

5

Great views, bathroom facilities, very nice spots, dog friendly.

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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