About Pinon Flats Campground
Number of accommodations: 89
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
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- Dump station on site
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1174)
What Guests Are Saying
Pinon Flats Campground is praised for its clean facilities, well-maintained restrooms, and stunning views of the Great Sand Dunes. Many visitors appreciate the campground's proximity to various park activities, making it convenient for exploring the dunes. However, some reviews mention that the campsites are close together, and noise from neighboring campers can be an issue. Overall, it's regarded as a lovely spot for camping with family and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
What Guests Are Saying
Pinon Flats Campground is praised for its clean facilities, well-maintained restrooms, and stunning views of the Great Sand Dunes. Many visitors appreciate the campground's proximity to various park activities, making it convenient for exploring the dunes. However, some reviews mention that the campsites are close together, and noise from neighboring campers can be an issue. Overall, it's regarded as a lovely spot for camping with family and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
Review Summary
Michael S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Loop 1
Great experience! Facilities were clean and the staff Rangers were very nice and helpful. We had lots of wildlife around (deer, turkeys, coyotes) which made the trip even more fun. We had a great view of the dunes from our site and easy hiking trails to the dunes.
Kayleigh W
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Loop 2
Cute campground with shade from the heat. We were able to check into our site early because the people the day before checked out early. Easy dump and fill station, but the fill doesn't have a hose connector, just a gravity fill option. Highly recommend hiking into the dunes at first or last light! Enjoy! We will be back in March to see the creek.
Anne G
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: A, Loop: Group Loop
Stayed in A group loop. Beautiful spot.
Kayleigh W
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Loop 2
Cute campground with shade from the heat. We were able to check into our site early because the people the day before checked out early. Easy dump and fill station, but the fill doesn't have a hose connector, just a gravity fill option. Highly recommend hiking into the dunes at first or last light! Enjoy! We will be back in March to see the creek.
Anne G
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: A, Loop: Group Loop
Stayed in A group loop. Beautiful spot.
Mark W
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Loop 1
My only complaint is that the Recreation.gov site description isn't accurate regarding the site sizes. Ours was listed as a 6x6 and there was much more room than that, we would have brought a larger tent had we known. Bathrooms were kept clean and the bear boxes were big enough to store all of our potential bear treats.
Karyn S
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Loop 2
This campground is exceptionally well maintained and so convenient to access the sand dunes. The sites themselves are thoughtfully laid out and many offer privacy and shade. The facilities were literally cleaner and nicer than any campground I’ve been in. Use the Dune Trail straight from the campground to head out to the sand. It’s a beautiful walk, less crowded than the day use area and you can get to dunes faster than the main entrance. If you’re visiting in the summer plan to check out the dunes first thing in the morning while it is cool. The sun and heat are intense during the day. You can also go out there at night which is spectacular with clear skies! Zapata Falls is a short drive away and is a nice option during the heat of the day- it’s an easy one-mile hike to the water. Plan to get your feet wet and bring the kiddos and dogs so everyone can cool off.
Stephanie Nicole N
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
We had a great time at Piñon Flats Campground! Beautiful views of the dunes and mountains made every moment feel special. The campground was clean, well-maintained, and had all the basic amenities we needed for a comfortable stay.
Mark W
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Loop 1
My only complaint is that the Recreation.gov site description isn't accurate regarding the site sizes. Ours was listed as a 6x6 and there was much more room than that, we would have brought a larger tent had we known. Bathrooms were kept clean and the bear boxes were big enough to store all of our potential bear treats.
Karyn S
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Loop 2
This campground is exceptionally well maintained and so convenient to access the sand dunes. The sites themselves are thoughtfully laid out and many offer privacy and shade. The facilities were literally cleaner and nicer than any campground I’ve been in. Use the Dune Trail straight from the campground to head out to the sand. It’s a beautiful walk, less crowded than the day use area and you can get to dunes faster than the main entrance. If you’re visiting in the summer plan to check out the dunes first thing in the morning while it is cool. The sun and heat are intense during the day. You can also go out there at night which is spectacular with clear skies! Zapata Falls is a short drive away and is a nice option during the heat of the day- it’s an easy one-mile hike to the water. Plan to get your feet wet and bring the kiddos and dogs so everyone can cool off.
Location Pinon Flats Campground
Address:
11500 Highway 150
Mosca, CO, 81146
United States
From Highway 160, turn north on Highway 150 and follow for 16 miles to the entrance of Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. Continue 5 miles north on the park's main road to reach the campground entrance.
From Highway 285, turn south onto CO-17 and follow for 36 miles (58 km). Turn east onto Lane 6 and follow for 16 miles (26 km) to Highway 150. Turn north onto Highway 150 and follow for 2.6 miles (4 km) to the entrance of Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. Continue 5 miles (8 km) north on the park's main road to reach the campground entrance.
Pinon Flats Campground is accessible via Highway 160, which is approximately 16 miles away, and Highway 285, which is about 36 miles away. Highway 150 provides direct access to the campground from both highways.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.7447 / -105.507
Elevation: 2505 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- You must have a reservation to camp at Piñon Flats Campground. First-come, first-serve camping is not available.
- Choose your site carefully. If you arrive in camping equipment that is larger than the site, there will not be an alternative site available and you will have to find accommodation outside the park.All tents and gear must fit within established tent pads and/or within rock wall.
- Maximum of 8 people, 2 tents, 2 vehicles per site. Not all sites fit 2 tents or 2 vehicles, a trailer counts as a vehicle. Please see each individual site details, warnings and need to know for specifications.There must be at least one adult (18+) staying in each site.
- There is no waiting list for campsites and staff cannot hold available sites at the campground.
- Total combined length limit is 35 feet. RVs over 35 feet, or combined vehicle plus trailer length over 35 feet, are not allowed in the campground. Trailers, RVs, and Vehicles cannot block the road and must be parked on pavement.
- Generator use is permitted only between the hours of , and .
- Nothing can be attached to any trees or vegetation, to include hammocks, ropes, garbage bags, etc.
- No showers, hookups or laundry facilities available in the park.
- Never leave fires unattended! Extinguish fire with water, not dirt. Firewood gathering is prohibited; wood may be purchased at the camp store.
- Utilize bear boxes at all times and keep campsite clean. No food, garbage, or cooking equipment may be left unattended. Picnic tables cannot be moved from one site to another.
- Scooters, skateboards, and inline skates are not permitted in the campground. Drones are not permitted anywhere within park boundaries. Fireworks are prohibited.
- Pets must be on leash at all times and not left unattended. Pick up after pets, dispose of waste properly.
- Group sites are tent-only; no RVs or trailers allowed.
- An entrance pass is required while in the park and is not included in the camping fee.
- For emergencies, dial 911 from your cell phone.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
