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Carbondale / Crystal River KOA Holiday
Overview
We invite you and your family to enjoy one of our 13 authentic old-west log cabins, 24 RV sites and 15 tent sites! An intimate Rocky Mountain campground set on the banks of the Crystal River just south of Carbondale, CO.
We are located on Colorado Highway 133, only six miles from the sophisticated town of Carbondale and its fine restaurants, 19 miles from the many activities of Glenwood Springs and 35 miles from the world-famous resort town of Aspen.
This is a place so beautiful that you won't want to leave, and you'll find so many nearby attractions and activities that you'll want to make time for them all. From your cabin, RV or tent site, you will enjoy spectacular views of 12,965-foot Mount Sopris and a half mile of frontage along the truly beautiful Crystal River, where you can stroll along the banks and watch for birds and cast a line for trout.You can access the paved walking/biking Crystal Valley Trail right at the campground entrance and follow it to the Rio Grande Trail that runs from Glenwood Springs to Aspen. Hiking, hunting, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, jeep tours, golf, and fly-fishing are favorite activities.
CARBONDALE/CRYSTAL RIVER KOA makes a great base for exploring the western slope of Colorado. Scenic drives on excellent roads will take you to Glenwood Springs and its famous hot springs and many other family activities; to the world-famous ski/resort town of Aspen; to the quaint town of Redstone, with its famous castle; to the historic mining town of Marble that supplied stone for many Washington DC buildings and monuments; and to the lively town of Paonia, with an intriguing mix of wineries, orchards and art galleries.
Features & Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
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- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
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- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
Reviews
Kendra Mulligan
The views of the mountains are spectacular here, but don't go just for the river. There are houses on the other side of the creek (AKA river). Also we got a large riverside site but it felt cramped and our neighbors on both sides were super close. So close we made friends like it was a group trip. The KOA is sandwiched between the creek on one side and a busy 2 lane road on the other. So if you are looking for a quiet peaceful trip don't book here. We didn't interact with the staff much, but when we did they were always nice. The general store didn't have ice so we had to make trips into Carbondale (10 min drive) for some. The bathrooms were clean and well maintained. My pups loved the dog run. Definitely not our favorite.
Jon MacDiarmid
Stayed here for a night while passing through on a motorcycle trip. Staff was excellent! The campground was very nice with clean bathrooms and shower facilities. We had a beautiful site right on the river with a great view as well.
Alan Hayes
I had a tent site near the end of the campground on the downriver end. It was quite close to the highway and very loud at night. There was no Wi-Fi this far away from the office and no cell phone coverage. There are some very good sites at this KOA close to the river, but there are also some poor sites, like mine.
Tim Williamson
Staff was amazing! Campgrounds were the same. Stayed in tent site TB and had a beautiful view of the mountain along with Crystal River. We hated to leave. Most definitely will come back and recommend to friends.
Christina Seifers
We absolutely loved our stay at the KOA in Carbondale! We rented one of the cabins right on the river, and honestly, this place felt like a dream. Everything was so clean, cozy, and beautifully maintained. The cabin was comfortable, peaceful, and had the perfect mix of camping and convenience. Falling asleep to the sound of the river and waking up to the mountain views was incredible. The entire property was stunning, and you can tell so much care goes into keeping everything nice for guests. We loved every second of our stay and truly did not want to leave. This was one of those places that instantly makes you start planning your next trip back before you even leave. Thank you for such a wonderful stay — we will absolutely be back soon!