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Dan W
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 Stayed at: 007, Loop: MOUN
This is a beautiful location and there is so much to see and do while visiting here.
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About Mount Princeton
Mount Princeton Campground is located in beautiful Chalk Creek Canyon in central Colorado. This popular facility is within 4 mi of a private hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation.
"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday, so plan accordingly.
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13 Sites Available
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003, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 31 × 15 ft · Gravel
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004, Loop: MOUN
Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
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005, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 49 × 18 ft · Gravel
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006, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 23 × 15 ft · Gravel
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007, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 46 × 15 ft · Gravel
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008, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 26 × 17 ft · Gravel
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009, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 18 × 14 ft · Gravel
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010, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 30 × 14 ft · Gravel
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011, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 37 × 15 ft · Gravel
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012, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 34 × 20 ft · Gravel
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013, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 33 × 16 ft · Gravel
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018, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 50 × 16 ft · Gravel
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019, Loop: MOUN
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Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Gravel
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003, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 31 × 15 ft · Gravel
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004, Loop: MOUN
Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
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005, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 49 × 18 ft · Gravel
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006, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 23 × 15 ft · Gravel
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007, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 46 × 15 ft · Gravel
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008, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 26 × 17 ft · Gravel
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009, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 18 × 14 ft · Gravel
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010, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 14 ft · Gravel
🚐
011, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 37 × 15 ft · Gravel
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012, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 34 × 20 ft · Gravel
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013, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 33 × 16 ft · Gravel
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018, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 16 ft · Gravel
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019, Loop: MOUN
RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Gravel
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Reviews
123 reviews
Summary
Mount Princeton Campground is highly praised for its beautiful location, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts who maintain the grounds well. Many visitors enjoy the nearby river, hiking opportunities, and local attractions, making it a great base for outdoor activities. While some campers noted issues with odors from pit toilets and close campsite proximity, overall experiences are overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
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4.7
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Based on 123 reviews
5 stars
82.9% (102)
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9.8% (12)
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3.3% (4)
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Leslie W
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOUN
Great visit. The speed bumps are staggered and cause rv’s rock side to side causing everything inside to be tossed around. The locals speed over them anyway. Glad the water pump is working.
Les
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Amy G
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: MOUN
Great host, beautiful location. Spent time by river, drove up to St Elmo for kids to feed chipmunks (a thing!!)
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Randall A
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: MOUN
A great location that we have stayed in many times.
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Christina B
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2026 Stayed at: 012, Loop: MOUN
Host was incredibly kind and helpful. Grounds were lovely. Great sleep.
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andy w
VerifiedAugust 24, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: MOUN
Great experience. Host was helpful and kind. I didn’t know about River until we got there. We’d wished we’d known. Bathroom was spotless.
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Michael S
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOUN
Camp host was great! Everything was how it should be. Wonderful place in the world.
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David W
VerifiedAugust 10, 2026 Stayed at: 007, Loop: MOUN
Love this campground. Running river behind site, bathrooms very clean, close to some nice hikes
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Brian U
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 Stayed at: 019, Loop: MOUN
Great location with Chalk Creek running along the south edge of the campground. Sites 3-5 have good shade and easy access to creek.
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Charles L
VerifiedJuly 29, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: MOUN
Just a beautiful, well maintained campground. An excellent host by the way! The campsites are a little close to each other
and there is room enough for 1 large tent or perhaps a couple small tents. All sites excellent for pop up campers. Larger RV units will have a little length issue. Still, a wonderful campground in a beautiful location!
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Location & Directions for Mount Princeton
Salida Ranger District Office, Salida, CO 81201 United States
Elevation: 2,621 ft
Highway access
Mount Princeton Campground is accessible via US Highway 285, located approximately 20 miles to the west. This highway connects to other major roads in the region, facilitating access to the campground.
Policies & Rules
General
- The water system is closed at this campground. No water is available. Please bring all water necessary for the duration of your stay. Water can be obtained at nearby Chalk Lake CG if necessary.
- Do not climb chalk cliffs
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
- This is a high elevation facility; please use caution when traveling from lower elevations
- No hookups available
- Click here for more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- If reservations are not available, some campsites are first come-first served, also called "Walk-up" sites. First-come, first-served sites must be occupied the SAME NIGHT they are paid for. These sites usually fill Friday evenings and through the weekends. Due to the remote nature of campgrounds, calling to check availability prior to arrival is not possible.
- Camping and campfires are restricted in the Chalk Creek Canyon to the four developed campgrounds only. Cascade, Chalk Lake and Mount Princeton campgrounds take reservations. Iron City campground is first-come, first-served only.
- Campers unable to find a campsite in a developed campground may camp above the townsite of St. Elmo on County Road 267( 4-wheel drive only) or near the Hancock townsite located 5 miles south on Forest Road 295. Additional camping is available in the Browns Creek area south of County Road 162 at the junction of County roads 270 and 272. Practice leave-no-trace (www.lnt.org) camping principles when dispersed camping.
- Reservations can be made 6 months in advanced.
- Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $10.00 for a third vehicle. $10.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026
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