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!

Ivette Roche

We had a peaceful stay at the Carbondale KOA Holiday. Great location by the river and very quiet. The RV park was clean and the dog park was a big plus. We would definitely stay again.

Wondering Tarnished

Hangs down my favorite staycation if you you want 2 beds and river front cabin 7,8,9,10 all good. No smoking. Leash dog friendly. Such a nice place to write, paint, or be creative.

Ryan Sutter

We picked this KOA because it was just outside Aspen and this KOA did not disappoint. The buildings, bathrooms, cabins, and walkways were very well maintained. The cabin was clean inside, comfortable to sleep in, and no pests were evident. The bathrooms were very clean and were comfortable. The grounds were maintained and made walking around enjoyable. The camp store was friendly and offered many essentials. The KOA was sat on the Crystal River. The river was accessible and you can easily go for a swim. The river was about a foot deep at the time too. The town of Glenwood springs was nearby and you can get food and other things from there. Aspen was about an hour near as well. Visiting aspen and Glenwood were the perfect day trip ideas. Carbondale did have dinner options and that we had ordered in as well. Overall, I would stay in this KOA again. The price was decent, views incredible, the stay was relaxing, and it made the perfect home base.

Ryan Rodriguez

Small tent riverside site - Site TF. Stayed for a few nights in late September. Check-in was very smooth and the campground overall was beautiful and well maintained. The showers were exceptionally clean, and we really appreciated the thoughtful amenities like the outdoor dishwashing sink near the bathrooms. Trash cans were conveniently placed and never overfilled, and the surrounding scenery - the river, trees, and fall colors - made for a gorgeous stay. Our only complaint was with Site TF itself. There was a noticeable mound or small hill in the middle of the campsite, which made it tricky to set up our tents and caused the fire pit to sit at an awkward angle. The ground was also quite rocky and not very level. We did, however, appreciate that the site felt a bit more private and tucked away from the rest of the campground - the seclusion was definitely a nice bonus. Aside from that, everything else about the campground was fantas We'd definitely stay again, just at a different site next time.

Jorinde

Nice tent spots next to the river, sites are a bit smaller than in most accompanying BLM campgrounds. Very kind and welcoming hosts, common space is available until 7PM. Fresh coffee in the morning. Clean showers and toilets.

Lisa Godwin

My family of six spent three nights here and I cannot recommend it enough. The teepee was so comfortable - equipped with a queen bed, 2 twin mattresses and a double bed sized futon, 2 box fans and a power strip. It's conveniently located near the very clean bathroom facilities. There was road noise but that didn't bother us too much - we'd definitely stay there again. We used the KOA as a home base - and visited Marble and the Penny Hot Springs, Aspen and the Maroon Bells. It was perfect for us. The camp host was so helpful. Highly recommend!!

Stevie Gregory

This is a is the perfect spot. Next time the river such a cozy well maintained location. Close to penny hot springs. The host was super nice and a huge shout out to Cody for the ice cream recommendation at the redstone general store. Huckleberry ice cream, the river, Mt. Sopris. Thanks for the memories.

Stephanie Perkins

Our stay was absolutely incredible! The cabin exceeded every expectation—it was cozy, well-appointed, and exactly what we were hoping for. The bed was unbelievably comfortable, and having the river just steps from our door made the whole experience feel like a peaceful escape. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the facilities were spotless and well-maintained. I would highly recommend this KOA to anyone looking for a relaxing, nature-filled getaway. A 10/10 experience—we'll definitely be back!

Heather Akbarzadeh

Koa review My family has been meeting at this gem of a campground for years. We loved the cozy cabins, the river side tent sites, the amenities for kids of all ages. This new management, however, has forbidden us to meet as a family due to their recent limiting of sites, despite KOA’s claim to host family gatherings. Even though we emailed respectfully in January requesting an allowance of one extra site, this new manager instead cancelled ALL our sites in April citing us as too large a group. Now, we can’t find another venue for our family to meet this summer due to her lack of courtesy and inability to efficiently answer emails. In addition, she claimed one of us had smoked in a cabin, which we would never do, as well as other outrageous claims against us. We have always respected and revered this park. It makes me sad to see the park run down by unfriendly and vindictive management/owner like Erin Neilsen as this was truly a perfect spot. Not anymore.

ja berg

Tent camped here for 3 nights. The KOA has great amenities as well as great views nestled between two cliffs or mountains. It has clean bathrooms and showers, laundry room, rec room in store, pool, and a nice sitting area by the store. Crystal River runs alongside the campground. I would stay here again even though the last night we stayed we had rude neighbors that came in late. They were loud and not only slammed their vehicle doors multiple times but had a loud conversation for the entire campground to hear at 11 or so at night. Campers just need to remember there are other campers too trying to enjoy their camping experience. Everyone just needs to remember to be respectful.