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2 Colorado Campgrounds Have Been Named The Best Luxury RV Resorts In America

Two Colorado RV resorts, Garden of the Gods RV Park and Palisade Basecamp, have been named among the best luxury RV resorts in the country by USA Today's 10 Best.

Updated May 2, 2024

Written by 

Annie

Have you heard the news? Not one but TWO Colorado RV resorts have been named the best in the country! Are you surprised? No? Neither are we, as Colorado truly has the best camping opportunities in America! However, if you are a strictly RV fan, you will definitely want to check out the Garden of the Gods RV Park and Palisade Basecamp. These are wonderful luxury RV resorts in Colorado.

The results are in and the aforementioned Colorado campgrounds have been named the Best Luxury RV Resort by USA Today's 10 Best!

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If you're looking for "luxury campgrounds near me" and have an RV, consider one of these highly-rated RV parks.

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1. Billed for being "much more than a simple place to park your rig," 10 Best named Garden of the Gods RV Park as their #7 pick in 2021.

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The publiction stated that "At Garden of the Gods RV Resort, five different site choices are available for guests to enjoy, including poolside back-ins and executive pull-thru sites," plus other amenities like water and electric hook-ups and complimentary WiFi, heated pools, and a playground and arcade.

In addition to its RV section, Garden of the Gods also offers cottages and suites, bunkhouses, and tent sites.

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Reserve a spot at the Garden of the Gods RV Resort.

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2. Coming in at #10 on 10 Best's list is the Palisade Basecamp.

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The "14-acre Palisade Basecamp RV Resort in Colorado sits between a vineyard and a river" where "Guests can choose between more than 100 sites, including full hookup RV sites with free wifi." It's one of the best luxury RV parks in the state.

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Like the Garden of the Gods, Palisade Basecamp also houses can't-beat amenities, like trails, an onsite peach orchard, a pet park, and a seasonal pool.

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Are you ready to book your stay at one of the best RV parks in Colorado?

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Take in the stunning beauty of the Garden of the Gods:

Have you been to either of these luxury RV resorts in Colorado? Let us know about it in the comments. For even more places to camp around the Centennial State, check out some of the most beautiful campsites in Colorado.

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If you're looking for an RV to rent, check out what's available near you on RVShare.com. I think this is a great option in lieu of buying an RV.

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You’ll Never Forget Your Stay At Wupperman Campground, A Waterfront Campground In Colorado

Published Jul 22, 2024

Written by 

Christy Articola

Looking for an incredible, waterfront spot to go camping? You're going to love Wupperman Campground near Lake City, Colorado. This is a Hinsdale County-owned, public campground that is located on the eastern side of beautiful Lake San Cristobal, and all 31 of its sites offer plenty of space and unforgettable views. It's easy to see why we think that this is the best campground near Lake City, Colorado, and we even think that it may be one of the very best in the whole state. Read on to learn more about it.

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Have you been to Lake San Cristobal? It's one of Colorado's most beautiful lakes. It was formed only about 700 years ago when a natural landslide created a dam across the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. It's very blue due to the sky reflecting off sediment from the river floating in the lake before it settles at the bottom.

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This lake is popular with anglers; a variety of species of trout live in the lake. Lake San Cristobal is also great for boating. Canoes, kayaks, and fishing boats are available to rent from local businesses, or you can bring your own craft. There's a public boat ramp and dock on the west side of the lake.

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Camping at Wupperman Campground is fantastic! This campground is first come, first served - reservations are not accepted. There are 31 sites here to try!

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It's open from Memorial Day weekend to the last week of September every year.

This campground is at 9000' so be prepared for the elevation and for cool temperatures, but you'll love everything about this place.

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Some sites are shaded and are perfect for tents.

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You'll get the best of all Colorado worlds when you camp here. Trees, the lake, and mountains are always in your line of sight.

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You'll love relaxing in chairs by the fire while you enjoy the views.

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There's nothing like waking up in a tent to scenery like this!

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At night, the campground and lake is almost silent. This is a wonderful place to relax and get away from it all.

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You're going to love your stay at Wupperman Campground on Lake San Cristobal.

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Wupperman Campground awaits you! It's easy to see why we think that it's one of the best campgrounds in Colorado. Plan a trip today!

Need camping gear? Visit Colorado-based REI.com for everything that you'll need!

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This Colorado State Park With Over 50 Miles Of Trails Belongs On Your Camping Bucket List

Published Jul 17, 2024

Written by 

Christy Articola

Looking for a great place to go camping this summer or anytime? Mueller State Park is the best campground near Divide, Colorado! This 5,112-acre state park is beautiful, and it's full of fun things to see and do. There are 55 miles of trails, wildlife to watch, incredible views, and so much more! Inside the park, there are 136 campsites spread out over seven campgrounds so there are plenty of places to stay to enjoy everything this park has to offer. Read on to learn more about it!

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Mueller State Park near Divide, Colorado is one of the Colorado State Parks system's crown jewels!

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It was established in 1988 and about 120,000 visitors visit it each year.

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If you love hiking, then you're going to love this park. It has over 55 miles of trails. Some are wooded, some traverse beautiful fields, and some lead to impressive overlooks.

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After a long day on the trail, you'll love returning to your campsite to relax by the campfire until your next adventure.

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Prospector Ridge Campground is full of walk-in tent sites. You'll feel like you're deep in the woods, but your car is only a few steps away.

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Conifer Ridge Campground is open to campers and tent campers and many of the sites have scenic views.

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Peak View Campground is another excellent option. The Peak View Pond Trail starts from the end of this campground.

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The campgrounds at Mueller State Park are perfect for all types of campers. If you have a big drivable or towable RV, you'll find that the sites offer plenty of room for it.

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These campgrounds are also great for smaller campers and pop-ups.

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Shade is plentiful at Mueller State Park, so you'll be comfortable sleeping in a campervan, too.

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The wildlife at Mueller State Park is abundant. You can expect to see deer, elk, eagles, hawks, bighorn sheep, and more.

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Some of these creatures may even visit you at your campsite!

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And, you'll love the sunrises and sunsets at Mueller State Park. This park is spectacular!

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Mueller State Park awaits you near Divide, Colorado! If you love camping and hiking, then you're going to love everything about this park. Plan a visit today.

Need gear for your big camping trip? Stop by REI.com to get everything you need!

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