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Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area/Salida East Campground

The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Salida East Campground in Salida, Colorado is a great place to camp and explore the Arkansas River. This campground is located on the banks of the Arkansas River and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The campground has a variety of sites, including tent sites, RV sites, and group sites. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and grills. There are also restrooms and showers available. The campground is close to many activities, including fishing, rafting, kayaking, and hiking. The campground is also close to the historic town of Salida, which offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and galleries. Whether you are looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled vacation, the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Salida East Campground is the perfect place to stay.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• River
• Boating
• Fishing
• Ramp
• No Motors
• Body Of Water (Arkansas River)
• Pavilion
• Nature Trails
• Rec Open to the Public

- Policies

• Folding Tent Campers Allowed
• Pets Welcome
• Day Max Stay (14)
• No Tents

- Other Amenities & Services

• Road Condition (Fair)
• Road Type (Gravel)
• Pit Toilets

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Boating
• Mountain Biking
• Rock/Mountain Climbing
• Snow Sports
• Watersports
• Whitewater Rafting

- Facility

• Type (State Park)

- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)

• Season: Winter,Spring,Fall

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (25)
• Width (20)
• Max Length (50)
• Gravel Sites (25)
• Shaded (Some)
• No Hookups (25)
• Only Self-Contained Units
• Pull-thrus (6)
• Pull-thru Size (20 x 50)
• Back-ins (20 x 40)
• Room for Slideouts (Yes)
• Site Length (50)
• Fire Rings
• Table at Site
• BBQ at Site

User Reviews

Janice Archuleta

July 21, 2024

Nice place to pull over and stretch has picnic tables bbq grill bathroom. Deck to look at the river.

Cee Gee

April 12, 2024

The location on the map is the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area OFFICE. Is there a different place to review the actual Recreation Area? Or should I not review the office here? Google Maps can be really confusing sometimes. The office (headquarters?) area open to the public is quite small. There are a lot of tourist information brochures available and a very small gift shop space. There is a computer/kiosk/thingy OUTSIDE the office where you can buy a Colorado State Parks Pass. There's also a educational/interactive area aimed at kids. It is free to enter this building.

CAROLYN CASHMAN

April 26, 2023

Along Highway 50, west of Cañon city... a beautiful stop... across from Five Points Campsite... Bathrooms to relieve yourself and picnic tables to relax after 😄... Try to spot the big horn sheep when the river isn't grasping your attention... Definitely going to throw a line out and see what is biting... Could spend hours hiking around

Robbie Jansky

January 02, 2021

Lovely spot for all things outdoors! Great views, picnic tables and play places for the kiddos with a small amphitheater. The river is quiet, soothing and clean. Plenty of shopping and restaurants around for fun.

Richard Blake

June 06, 2020

The AHRA (not to be confused with the American Hot Rod Association) should be your first stop for information regarding the Arkansas River. The staff are courteous and professional. There are brochures galore for hiking, bicycling, and river activities.

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