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Average nightly rates37 total sites
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37 sites
About Zapata Falls Campground
Number of accommodations: 37
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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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
Judith R
VerifiedJuly 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: Tent
The views were great but there was no one there except us. The camp sites are at a loop where people drove by late at night which we didn’t like. It was nice that it was so quiet and the waterfalls were very close.
Addison D
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: RV
Not very private, but clean
James N
VerifiedJune 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Tent
We had a great site, #3. It was flat, had a great view and was close to the bathrooms. We drove around and some sites were not flat or didn’t have much space so try to do your research on the sites. I selected a site randomly and lucked out.
Kayle H
VerifiedJune 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: Tent
The campsites were spread out and the views were amazing! I really enjoyed the night spent in the mountains and I have zero complaints.
Sean C
VerifiedJune 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: Tent
Very fun and beautiful location. Well worth it!
Matt E
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: RV
Great campground, terrific views and stars at night, really enjoyed the hike to the falls even with young kids, be sure to bring water.
Catherine S
VerifiedJune 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: RV
We enjoyed our time at the campground - it was full, as it was Memorial Day weekend, but we hiked up to Zapata Falls which was just a short hike from our sites. It was a long wait to get into the Sand Dunes, so plan to leave early in the AM to get into the park. Campground was quiet and the restrooms were clean, although there didn't appear to be a host and the cleanliness diminished over the weekend. Site 18 was a pull-off so it was a little awkward with the trailer. Site 17 seemed pretty short for a trailer but worked well for tent campers.
Jennifer J
VerifiedJune 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: RV
Great location close to the Dunes. Clean and I nice short and family friendly waterfall hike.
Stephen and Shawna D
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: Tent
An ideal spot for spending time at the nearby Zapata Falls & Sand Dunes.
Jay C
VerifiedJune 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: Tent
We had a great time! The walk up to Zapata Falls is right by the parking lot. It was a quick walk and so beautiful. Our campsite #8, felt like it was just ours. The other campers were there but we felt like we had our privacy. Because the campsites are on a road with switchbacks every time a car drove by we would then hear it again as it drove the switchback. Bathrooms were clean. The host was nice. We loved our time here.
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
