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Penitente Canyon Campground

Blm San Luis Valley Field Office, Monte Vista, Colorado, United States

Climber in Penitente Canyon adjacent to pictograph of the Virgen de Guadalupe
Penitente Canyon Campground
Penitente Campground Map w/ RV Spur Lengths
Penitente Canyon Camping
Penitente Canyon Recreation Area Map w/ Trails

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About Penitente Canyon Campground

The canyonlands of Penitente Canyon offer a blend of peaceful surroundings and diverse recreation opportunities less than 10 miles from a major highway. Although the BLM manages the 4,552-acre Penitente Canyon primarily for rock climbers, the area also offers opportunities for heritage tourists, mountain bikers, hikers and equestrians.

Number of accommodations: 17

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 1 to Dec 31

Sites & Availability

17 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 1, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 10, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 11, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 12, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 13, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 14, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 15, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 2, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 3, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 4, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 5, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 6, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 7, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 8, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ 9, Loop: Main Loop
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$11.00
/ per night
⛺ Group Site 1, Loop: Main Loop
15 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
⛺ Group Site 2, Loop: Main Loop
15 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night

Location Penitente Canyon Campground

Address:
Blm San Luis Valley Field Office
Monte Vista, CO, 81144
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 37.8418 / -106.28

Elevation: 2413 feet

Map of Penitente Canyon Campground location at Monte Vista, CO, United States
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Policies & Rules

Category About
General

• All recreation is at your own risk.
• Drinking water is typically available May-October from the campground wellhouse. Despite the campground water system, it is strongly recommended that you bring plenty of water with you in case the well is not operational, and do not drink from area streams or lakes.
• Check-in time is 1:00 p.m. or after on the first day of the reservation.
• Check-out time is no later than 12:00 p.m. on the last day of the reservation. 
• If the reservation holder doesn't show up on the first day of the reservation, the campsite is released at check-in time (1 pm) the next day.
• There are no hookup services.  
• Maximum length of stay is 14 days.
• Fires are only allowed in BLM approved metal fire rings.
• Individual Tent Campsites are limited to 6 people, 2 tents, and 2 vehicles (plus 1 trailer) per site. 
• Only 1 RV/trailer per RV campsite.
• The Group Campsites are limited to 15 people, 5 tents, and 4 vehicles (plus 2 trailers).
• No overnight RV/trailer camping in day use parking areas.
• This is a high elevation campground. Be prepared to take cover during afternoon thunderstorms.  
• Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Pack it in, pack it out. In the backcountry, be prepared to carry out your garbage and dispose of it properly. Trash bins are located throughout the campground and day-use area.
• Motorized vehicles are prohibited on Penitente Canyon trails. Motorized travel is allowed only on designated roads.
• Be considerate of others and share the trail.
• Always keep pets under control.

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