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
Heidi W
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: ALVARADO
Well maintained, quiet campground. Access to good hiking trails. Dark sky area for those interested in astronomy.
shawn h
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: ALVARADO
loved coming here and cant wait to go back!!
Heidi W
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: ALVARADO
Well maintained, quiet campground. Access to good hiking trails. Dark sky area for those interested in astronomy.
shawn h
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: ALVARADO
loved coming here and cant wait to go back!!
Tom P
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ALVARADO
The campground host could not have been better! I've never seen a host work as hard as he did. He was exceptional. I believe his name was Steve.
Tom P
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ALVARADO
The campground host could not have been better! I've never seen a host work as hard as he did. He was exceptional. I believe his name was Steve.
Patricia
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: ALVARADO
We originally had 2 small campsites and the host upgraded us to the group site so we could all be together. I loved the privacy of the campsite and the space we had as well as the proximity to the trail heads. The campsite host checked in on us a couple times per day which was enough to really make us feel welcome . Overall, it was a beautiful site and we would love to go back.
Sandra M
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: ALVARADO
Perfect location for the Bluegrass Festival. Away from the crown and a lovely place to hike from and a wonderful restaurant within walking distance. It is a go to place for us.
Tyler K
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 48, Loop: ALVARADO
The campgrounds and camp groundskeeper (Steve I think?) was absolutely fantastic. I cannot express how much I appreciate everything about that. I only gave it the 4 stars because, well, our spot wasn't ideal. We were in the middle of a wide-open area with little to no tree coverage.
Oh well, still a great time!!!
Patricia
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: ALVARADO
We originally had 2 small campsites and the host upgraded us to the group site so we could all be together. I loved the privacy of the campsite and the space we had as well as the proximity to the trail heads. The campsite host checked in on us a couple times per day which was enough to really make us feel welcome . Overall, it was a beautiful site and we would love to go back.
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
