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ALVARADO CAMPGROUND
ALVARADO CAMPGROUND
ALVARADO CAMPGROUND
ALVARADO CAMPGROUND

Available sites

35 total sites

About Alvarado Campground

Alvarado Campground, located at an elevation of 9 ft., is a prime location for accessing easy to challenging hikes in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. The variety of trails lead to high elevation lakes, picturesque waterfalls, and a number of stunning scenic overlooks. Alvarado is designed for a range of campers, with facilities for tent, RV and equestrian campers. Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14 ft.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

35 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 02, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 03, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 04, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 05, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 06, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 07, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 09, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 11, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 12, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 13, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 15, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 17, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 21, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 22, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 25, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 26, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 27, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 29, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 32, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 33, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 34, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 35, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 37, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 38, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 39, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 42, Loop: ALVARADO RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
⛺ 44, Loop: ALVARADO Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 45, Loop: ALVARADO Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 46, Loop: ALVARADO Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 47, Loop: ALVARADO Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 48, Loop: ALVARADO Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🏕️ E1, Loop: ALVARADO Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🏕️ E2, Loop: ALVARADO Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🏕️ E3, Loop: ALVARADO Equestrian
8 guests · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (379)

What Guests Are Saying

Alvarado Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly and helpful camp hosts. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful scenery, quiet atmosphere, and excellent hiking trails in the area. While there are some concerns about site accessibility and occasional water issues, the overall experience is highly praised, making it a recommended spot for campers.

Review Summary

4.6
379 reviews
5
75.2%
285
4
16.6%
63
3
4.7%
18
2
1.8%
7
1
1.6%
6

Kristian H

Verified

July 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: ALVARADO

5

Beautiful location, great campsite, clean facilities, potible water, nice guests, excellent access to the trails, close to town.

Kevin M

Verified

July 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: ALVARADO

4

Pleasant quiet stay. Campground was pretty full but everyone was considerate and quiet at night. Bathrooms well maintained.

Kristian H

Verified

July 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: ALVARADO

5

Beautiful location, great campsite, clean facilities, potible water, nice guests, excellent access to the trails, close to town.

Annie C

Verified

July 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ALVARADO

5

This is such a clean and we'll run campground. The view of the valley is beautiful and if you get a clear night the starry skies are incredible! We return every year. Some of the sites are small but there are quite a few that will accommodate larger RVs. Handy to have trail access in the CG and the handy restaurant for some fine dining (Alpine Lodge) within walking distance. Nice dirt roads, clean pit toilets and water spigots.

Annie C

Verified

July 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ALVARADO

5

This is such a clean and we'll run campground. The view of the valley is beautiful and if you get a clear night the starry skies are incredible! We return every year. Some of the sites are small but there are quite a few that will accommodate larger RVs. Handy to have trail access in the CG and the handy restaurant for some fine dining (Alpine Lodge) within walking distance. Nice dirt roads, clean pit toilets and water spigots.

Nicholas H

Verified

July 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: ALVARADO

3

Overall, this experience was fantastic. The sites were well-maintained, the Bathrooms were clean, the atmosphere was calming And relaxing for the week. The only reason I gave it three stars instead of five stars is because for the entire week we were there, we never saw the camp host.. In all my other experiences, the camp host would usually come around day of or within 24 hours of you checking in to verify your reservation, issue a vehicle pass, discuss fire restrictions, and any other pertinent administrative information. Kind of a flew blind for the week and assumed the fires were OK since everybody else had one. given how close it is to my house and the general atmosphere of the campground, I will be returning, but knowing I will need to contact the forest service office ahead of time to find out any pertinent restrictions an info for the area.

Nicholas H

Verified

July 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: ALVARADO

3

Overall, this experience was fantastic. The sites were well-maintained, the Bathrooms were clean, the atmosphere was calming And relaxing for the week. The only reason I gave it three stars instead of five stars is because for the entire week we were there, we never saw the camp host.. In all my other experiences, the camp host would usually come around day of or within 24 hours of you checking in to verify your reservation, issue a vehicle pass, discuss fire restrictions, and any other pertinent administrative information. Kind of a flew blind for the week and assumed the fires were OK since everybody else had one. given how close it is to my house and the general atmosphere of the campground, I will be returning, but knowing I will need to contact the forest service office ahead of time to find out any pertinent restrictions an info for the area.

Matthew R

Verified

July 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: ALVARADO

5

Loved this spot. A lot of room and secluded. Beautiful.

Matthew R

Verified

July 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: ALVARADO

5

Loved this spot. A lot of room and secluded. Beautiful.

Terisa B

Verified

July 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: ALVARADO

5

Campground host was extremely helpful when we wanted to move to another spot during our stay. Both sites were beautiful, but the one we moved to had a small stream. Awesome place. We will definitely return!

Location & Directions for Alvarado Campground

Co. Rd. 140, Westcliffe, CO 81212 United States

Elevation: 2,750 ft

Getting There

From Westcliffe, CO, take State Route 69 south 3 mi to the campground sign (County Road 140). Turn right and go 1.8 mi to the stop sign. Continue straight through the stop sign for 2.8 mi until you hit another stop sign (RD 141). Turn left onto RD...

Nearest town

Westcliffe, CO - 10 mi

About 18 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Real-time information is unavailable; contact the San Carlos Ranger District for inquiries.

Site capacity

  • Campground limits: 8 people per site, with options for 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 RV.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Store food securely to avoid attracting bears; keep food out of sight and remove after use.

Safety & rules

  • Only certified weed-free hay is allowed at the campground.

Site types & loops

  • Electric hookups are not provided at this campground.
  • Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

General

  • Click here for more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests

Fires & fuel

  • Do not transport firewood; purchase it locally and burn it on-site to protect trees.
  • Purchase firewood at the host site for $10 per bundle.

Fees & deposits

  • Camping fee includes 2 vehicles; $10 charge for each additional vehicle.

Utilities

  • Water available via handpump/spigot; do not connect RV hoses to the system; fill tanks before arrival.
  • No dump station available; nearest facility is at a nearby campground not operated by ExplorUS.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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