About Alvarado Campground
Number of accommodations: 35
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (324)
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.
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
Judiane K
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: ALVARADO
Fantastic stay at Alvarado campground. Tent camped in site 2; close to toilet and water source, private and secure. Site had a substantial climb up about a dozen railroad tie stairs to reach tent platform, so not accessible for those with mobility limitations or very small children. Right next to a small stream, nestled in an aspen stand. Dark sky country; if it is not overcast, the stars are amazing.
Not far to Bishop's Castle and a nice ride north through the canyon to get to Royal Gorge. Westcliff is a quaint and well-stocked community. Definitely take time to stop in the railroad museums as you wander about time. Great friendly people throughout town!
Judiane K
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: ALVARADO
Fantastic stay at Alvarado campground. Tent camped in site 2; close to toilet and water source, private and secure. Site had a substantial climb up about a dozen railroad tie stairs to reach tent platform, so not accessible for those with mobility limitations or very small children. Right next to a small stream, nestled in an aspen stand. Dark sky country; if it is not overcast, the stars are amazing.
Not far to Bishop's Castle and a nice ride north through the canyon to get to Royal Gorge. Westcliff is a quaint and well-stocked community. Definitely take time to stop in the railroad museums as you wander about time. Great friendly people throughout town!
Rosella E
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: ALVARADO
Hosts did a great job keeping the toilets clean
Rosella E
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: ALVARADO
Hosts did a great job keeping the toilets clean
Caleb J
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: ALVARADO
Nice privacy with lots of shade and the lovely sound of a babbling creek next to the campsite.
Caleb J
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: ALVARADO
Nice privacy with lots of shade and the lovely sound of a babbling creek next to the campsite.
Tom T
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: ALVARADO
It was great to see the host each day, and she was wonderful at keeping the bathrooms clean and for having wood available.
We were disappointed that the nearby Alpine Lodge was closed due to being sold, but it won't keep us from camping there every August as we have been doing for the last 13 years.
Tom T
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: ALVARADO
It was great to see the host each day, and she was wonderful at keeping the bathrooms clean and for having wood available.
We were disappointed that the nearby Alpine Lodge was closed due to being sold, but it won't keep us from camping there every August as we have been doing for the last 13 years.
Judy L
VerifiedAugust 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: ALVARADO
Awesome camping experience. Camp host Pauline was excellent.,
Judy L
VerifiedAugust 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: ALVARADO
Awesome camping experience. Camp host Pauline was excellent.,
Location Alvarado Campground
Address:
Co. Rd. 140
Westcliffe, CO, 81212
United States
From Westcliffe, CO, take State Route 69 south 3 miles to the campground sign (County Road 140). Turn right and go 1.8 miles to the stop sign. Continue straight through the stop sign for 2.8 miles until you hit another stop sign (RD 141). Turn left onto RD 141 and continue 2.1 miles to campground.
(Note: RD 141 becomes dirt/gravel after 0.4 miles.)
Latitude & Longitude: 38.0789 / -105.563
Elevation: 2750 feet
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: May 20, 2026
