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Pet Friendly
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Average nightly rates37 total sites
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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
Gaye B
VerifiedMay 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: RV
This campground is conveniently located at the Zapata Falls trailhead and very close to Great Sand Dunes National Park. The friendly campground host keeps a very clean camp. We will be back.
Garrett N
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: Tent
Beautiful views. Only amenity was a vault toilet.
Christopher R
VerifiedMay 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: RV
Amazing views! Very quiet too.
Alyssa C
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Tent
Great site. We like more rustic so the lack of electricity and water is a pro. Fabulous views. Tent spots not super flat nor large. Loved the quiet roads. Host was helpful but not intrusive.
Rachel M
VerifiedMay 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: RV
Stunning views from this pristine campsite! Easy to get a camper in and out.
Joseph L
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: Tent
Site #13 was fine but we had a hard time trying to drive stakes in for our tent . Gave up and just used rocks to secure the tent.
Karen H
VerifiedMay 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: RV
This is a great little campsite away from the people and close to the Zappata Falls trailhead and Great Sand Dunes National Park. The Camp host was great at making sure we were good and checking in on things. The campground has a beautiful view and just a nice place for a different experience versus in the national park.
Maya A
VerifiedApril 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: Tent
Super cool spot to be near the dunes & the falls! We visited both. No camp host but it wasn’t a problem. Bathrooms were clean, etc. View was amazing from our site! Super windy in April.
Kelsey I
VerifiedApril 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: Tent
Such a clean, well-maintained campground! And the views are incredible. This was my second time here and both sites I've stayed in were great!
Richard D
VerifiedApril 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: Tent
Site 9 is great. Camp host was outstanding. Super clean bathrooms. Wonderful trip!
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
