Fort Garland, Colorado
Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp
About Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp
As the Scenic Passenger Train is heard in the distance you'll look up towards Mount Blanca and imagine your next adventure living among the wildflowers of this High Desert Mountain Hipcamp. After recovering from a wildfire, the ancient sage brushes that had previously made the land harsh and unwelcoming are nearly gone, replaced with an abundance of grasses and wildflowers if blessed with rains. Open Land as far as you can go to the East you'll follow the Coyote canyon to high mountain lookouts. There are old logging maintenance roads you could take advantage of, so Hike, Bike or Motor around the local area. Fort Garland and Blanca have a community center (pool), septic dump and water fill and can provide groceries. The Great Sand dunes are about 45 minutes away. The Sand Dunes swimming pool, fed by a very hot artisan well is about an hour away. Mountain Home Lake is also within 1/2 an hour or so for fishing/water sports with a nice boat ramp. Escape from light pollution like never before, a clear night sky will make the whole trip worthwhile! Lots of wild life and you will most likely see some deer, hear the coyotes, and count the different colors of the humming birds. You can book a train ride out of Alamosa, and visit the local historic towns. The views will make it hard to leave the campsite, but there are tons of experiences and things to do in the area so make sure to do some research before you arrive. The weather and wind can be unpredictable in the mountains, so be prepared. There are two entrances onto the property, one at the bottom and one at the top. You can avoid some wind by camping near Lewis-Smith Rd at the lowest part of the land. Also, the site can accommodate large trailers/RV's but just make sure to plan your entrance/exit carefully and don't go to far down the hills. Just choose a wise spot to park if in a big rig. There are some small tires around that you can use to sit on or if you dig a hole that you fill in before leaving you can make a temporary toilet. Make sure to haul out all your trash and leave the site cleaner than it was when you arrived and respect the land. If you do come across a mess from the previous camper and clean it up, just let us know and we will give you a refund for the night. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Accommodations on the property
- RV site
- Tent platform
Location
Fort Garland, Colorado
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp
Synthesized from 17 review mentions across 3 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“This campsite offers a serene escape with stunning mountain views and is close to the Sand Dunes, making it a solid choice for nature enthusiasts. While the wind can be strong, esp…”
13 mentions
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Value for Price
“Great spot for the price”
2 mentions
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Host & Communication
“Campers frequently commend Barry, the host, for his responsiveness and helpfulness. His clear directions and advance notice about weather conditions ensure a smooth experience for …”
2 mentions
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Recent reviews
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I got here after sunset and when I got to the end of the culde sac I walked up a bit to make sure I was in the right spot. Found a fire ring and pulled the camper up to the campsite. The stars were magnificent and I knew I would be in for a treat when the sun rose. Wow! Absolutely stunning!! Great spot for the price.
The views are majestic! Wonderful- description and directions are accurate! Wonderful camping experience!!
Absolutely loved it!! About 40minutes from the dunes. Very quiet. Incredibly beautiful and private. Stunning views. It was a bit windy and no shade, but by evening, the wind calmed down. It was cool enough that we didn’t mind not having shade. Barry was incredibly quick at responding to our questions. Would stay here again.
Beautiful and quiet. No amenities and no crowded
Really secluded, quiet spot with great view of the mountains. Really enjoyed our stay there. It's easy enough to access in our 32 foot rig but you do need to go pretty slow on the washboard gravel road leading up to the dirt road to the property. Just take it slow and you'll be fine.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp located?
Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp is located in Fort Garland, Colorado.
What types of accommodations does Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp offer?
Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp offers RV site, Tent platform. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
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Coyote Canyon Mountain Base Camp has a 4.95/5 rating from 84 reviews on aggregate. Ratings reflect aggregate sentiment from public review platforms; we don't moderate operator reviews.
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