Available sites
35 total sitesAbout Alvarado Campground
Activities & Attractions
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Hiking
Horseback Riding
Year-round
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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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.
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
John M
VerifiedAugust 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: ALVARADO
The campground is great. Wooded and peaceful. Some sites had views. Easy access to trail head. Pit toilets were clean and easy to get to. Our specific site was not the best. The parking was so unleveled I could never get the camper level. The table and tent area was up a small muddy hill.
David E
VerifiedJuly 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: ALVARADO
Clean, well stocked vaults, good spacing, great hiking access
David E
VerifiedJuly 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: ALVARADO
Clean, well stocked vaults, good spacing, great hiking access
Jessica K
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: ALVARADO
The stars at this campsite are amazing! The sites are large and spaced out, there is a hiking trail at the top of the loop. Despite being so remote the site had cell coverage, water and bathrooms!
Robin M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: ALVARADO
Beautiful campground
Jessica K
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: ALVARADO
The stars at this campsite are amazing! The sites are large and spaced out, there is a hiking trail at the top of the loop. Despite being so remote the site had cell coverage, water and bathrooms!
Robin M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: ALVARADO
Beautiful campground
Maddy M
VerifiedJuly 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: ALVARADO
Driving from Denver area takes around 3-4 hrs thru Colorado Spring and Florence. The drive is not difficult at all. Once in Florence the sign to turn to CO-67 S is hidden so listen to your GPS and turn when it tells you to turn. No need to fill your water tank in your RV before you leave home the Wet Mountain RV Park in Westcliffe has water for 50 cents a gallon and they also have a dump station. Very nice staff at this RV park. Alvarado campground is very clean and has beautiful views and is worth the drive. Plan your trip and you won't be disappointed.
Gabrielle H
VerifiedJuly 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: ALVARADO
Great campground and accessible water and bathrooms. Will definitely return.
Maddy M
VerifiedJuly 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: ALVARADO
Driving from Denver area takes around 3-4 hrs thru Colorado Spring and Florence. The drive is not difficult at all. Once in Florence the sign to turn to CO-67 S is hidden so listen to your GPS and turn when it tells you to turn. No need to fill your water tank in your RV before you leave home the Wet Mountain RV Park in Westcliffe has water for 50 cents a gallon and they also have a dump station. Very nice staff at this RV park. Alvarado campground is very clean and has beautiful views and is worth the drive. Plan your trip and you won't be disappointed.
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...
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 141 and continue 2.1 mi to campground.
(Note: RD 141 becomes dirt/gravel after 0.4 mi.)
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