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Pet Friendly
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Average nightly rates37 total sites
Tent Sites
37 sites
About Zapata Falls Campground
Number of accommodations: 37
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2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (472)
What Guests Are Saying
Zapata Falls Campground offers stunning views of the San Luis Valley and the Great Sand Dunes, with clean and well-maintained facilities, including restrooms and spacious campsites. The short hike to Zapata Falls is highly recommended, providing a beautiful experience for families and hikers alike. While some campers noted issues with wind and insects, the overall atmosphere is peaceful and the camp hosts are attentive, making it a great base for exploring the area.
What Guests Are Saying
Zapata Falls Campground offers stunning views of the San Luis Valley and the Great Sand Dunes, with clean and well-maintained facilities, including restrooms and spacious campsites. The short hike to Zapata Falls is highly recommended, providing a beautiful experience for families and hikers alike. While some campers noted issues with wind and insects, the overall atmosphere is peaceful and the camp hosts are attentive, making it a great base for exploring the area.
Review Summary
Rahel K
VerifiedJuly 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: RV
We were amazed by the stunning far views! Almost looks like the savanna in Africa. The falls were pretty too! Always busy, even in the evening. (We went in July). It's definitely a hot spot, not much shade, but the views make up for that. We will come back.
James C
VerifiedJuly 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: Tent
Good views of the San Luis Valley / Dunes. Clean and accessible campsites. Dirt road around camp is a little rough so plan accordingly with the vehicle you bring
Sara S
VerifiedJuly 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: Tent
It was our baby’s first camping experience, so having all the amenities was crucial. Felt safe and thoroughly enjoyed the view. Sincerely thankful.
Mary M
VerifiedJuly 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: RV
Wonderful views and close access to the trail to the falls.
Amanda F
VerifiedJuly 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: Tent
Overall this was a pretty terrible campsite. Our tent was right next to the road along with table and hang out area. We could get stakes driven into the ground in the area or tent could fit so we had to use rocks to secure the tent because it was windy and there's no protection from the wind at all. I think if you have a camper these sites are fine but I wouldn't tent camp at this campground again.
Julia K
VerifiedJuly 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: RV
So disappointed!! I booked the tent site #13, the view looked great, and it had indeed a great view, but couldn't enjoy it because of the super strong wind. But most of all, where were we supposed to install our tents?! This site is absolutely not adapted for tents, there is no flat spot!! We ended up having to book an RV site (got lucky that there was one left there), having, of course, to pay twice as we couldn't get a reimbursement for the first one on the day of.
Raymond L
VerifiedJuly 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: RV
Very nice sites with great views. No hookups.
ARI M
VerifiedJuly 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: RV
Spectacular views await atop the switch backs that lead to this camp, complete with a parking area for a quick hiking trail with a gorgeous hidden water fall at the end (water crossing involved). Facilities and amenities well stocked and taken care of. Plentiful space within each campground.
A short 30 minute drive to great sand dunes from here!
Sarah R
VerifiedJuly 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: Tent
It was so windy my tent broke. Bring bug spray, the gnats in the evening are annoying. The view was phenomenal. Would try a different campground next time.
Douglas B
VerifiedJuly 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: RV
Nice area. Great views. No issues. Very basic campground but that's the point. Hike to falls is close. Great views of the sand dunes to the north, large valley to the west/south, and a 14,XXX to the east.
Location Zapata Falls Campground
Address:
Blm San Luis Valley Field Office
Monte Vista, CO, 81144
United States
Zapata Falls Campground is accessible via US Highway 160, which is approximately 20 miles to the north, and State Highway 150, which is about 12 miles to the east.
Elevation: 2368 feet
40 mi drive to downtown Monte Vista (about 43 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- • Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
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Last updated: September 10, 2026
