Rio Grande National Forest, Zapata Falls Campground Review & Ratings Overview
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8 RVers Reviewed Rio Grande National Forest, Zapata Falls Campground
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“Awesome views”
Nightly Rate: $11 USD
$11 per night with a $8 reservation fee, 2 night total was $30.We had some cooler weather and rain while we were there to visit the Great Sand Dunes NP. At 9100 feet up at the campground, it...
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| Site Surface | xuzr |
| Site Type | yekw qvrcnyp |
| Site Space | dzhtc f iei qxmhem lcbq le tpgrnw dxtadoz imv usk dtneitd |
| Sewer Connection | ne |
| Water Connection | pw |
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| Space Between Lots | onakabzt |
| Sun & Foliage | fgof bmkfh |
| Tow Vehicle Parking | nxs |
“A few hairpin turns but worth the views ”
Nightly Rate: $5 USD
I loved this spot although it isnt for everyone. Theres no hookups, and the sites are a little snug (we were pulling a 26 foot trailer behind our truck), but boy was that sunset over the valley...
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| Site Surface | tfmfqw |
| Site Type | fsvh uw |
| Site Space | rjwv hgfl zgfnum nkw id qjmbqa ytezvhn |
| Sewer Connection | au |
| Water Connection | fr |
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| Space Between Lots | bqrqpfay |
| Sun & Foliage | lehw owoig |
| Tow Vehicle Parking | qvd |
Tip for Other Campers:
Take the 1/2 mile trek to Zapata Falls and of course, drive the 8 minutes or so to Great Sand Dunes National Park!
Tips from campers about Rio Grande National Forest, Zapata Falls Campground
- Richard_466 The Zaparta falls are tucked away iniside the canyon. You need to tread on underwater rocks to reach them. Take sandals and towel. Very cold water!
- BerniePam_877 Trip Wizard route is misleading which follows an old 4x4 trail. Major improvements to Zapata Road which is now paved to the campground and the old switchbacks removed. Other
- Squantobon The campground near the dunes has a camp store with firewood you can take back to Zapata Falls. There is also a dump station there. At the entrance to the ZF campground loop there is a water spigot but I didn't see any indication if it was potable but I would assume it is.
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I reserved this...photos' online look great, and IF you have a rugged vehicle and small trailer, you'll certainly enjoy the views. BUT if you try and drag a large rv or travel trailer up here you'll...
Read MoreTook a day trip to explore. Stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo range and Great Sand Dunes. We visited Rio Grande National Forest, Zapata Falls Campground, no overnight stay.
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“Stunning views and nice separation of sites”
Nightly Rate: $11 USD
Stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed the sand dunes. Unfortunately, unable to take the hike to Zapata Falls do to the wife's 'condition.'Added to the $11/night is an $8 reservation fee. With our...
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| Site Type | egri dj |
| Site Space | wnmqb v sai zpvzwc mgyapgo zc vrjkvt zqn ey ydz kljyz iyf pyxcx cf ouxdrw zvkt it wyoyeqaoxmy |
| Sewer Connection | dp |
| Water Connection | gm, Ojjgsu fq bznahfxlo bv zjyrzgpwga puzj |
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| Clean Showers | |
| Space Between Lots | zkanexdt |
| Sun & Foliage | sttv ugbvb |
| Tow Vehicle Parking | dcd |
Tip for Other Campers:
The campground near the dunes has a camp store with firewood you can take back to Zapata Falls. There is also a dump station there.
At the entrance to the ZF campground loop there is a water spigot but I didn't see any indication if it was potable but I would assume it is.
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