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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
Pets and Policies
- 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
Hannah A
VerifiedJune 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: Tent
The road work was ridiculous, we had to wait an hour to get up the road to our campsite and when leave we had to wait 45 minutes. They need a different system for the road construction, it’s not ok to hold people up for that long. The actual campsite was awesome with great views.
Robbie S
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: RV
This is one of the most magical places on earth.
Heath W
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: RV
Stayed two nights in spots 16 and 21. Views are magnificent of the valley below and the sand dunes. Short east hike to Zapata falls which is well worth it. Camp host was great, great place to stay!
Jeffrey T
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: RV
This campground was very much worth the drive up the mountain!
Pamela P
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: RV
The campground host was great! He helped me get my car unlocked after I locked the keys in it. He was very willing to help out and stuck with it until we got it unlocked.
We stayed at 3 different sites - it was the only way for us to stay for 3 nights. We had a teardrop camper. The sites are very rocky and uneven; but nicely spaced. And you can't beat the views. Best not to go if wind is predicted though!
Mackenzie h
VerifiedMay 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: Tent
The campsite was beautiful!!! The unpaved road uphill was rough for my little car but other than that it was amazing! Nothing beats staying in the mountains!
Larry S
VerifiedMay 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: RV
great sites, nicely spaced, only pit toilets no water, but we were prepared in our rv. can't beat the price
Monica L
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: RV
We love it here! Clean restrooms, beautiful views, friendly camp host.
Sue A
VerifiedMay 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: Tent
Beautiful views, clean toilets. Food lockers add ease!
Sites set up to enjoy views but not for use. Fire grills access limited, at the edges of drop offs. Large loose rocks on access to tent pads, cacti in excess.
Will G
VerifiedMay 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: RV
Great campground with great views. Close to great hiking and Great Sand Dunes NP. It was a bit windy for us but we managed. The road up has been improved but still take it slow, a few washboard areas, we had no trouble towing our small camper. Would not recommend for large campers or motor homes.
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
