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Highlander RV Campground
Overview
Overview
Highlander RV Campground provides a quintessential mountain escape for travelers visiting the remote beauty of southwestern Colorado. Tucked away in a tranquil corner of Lake City, this park emphasizes a laid-back, natural atmosphere that allows guests to disconnect from the bustle of daily life. The campground is designed to accommodate a variety of setups, offering a peaceful environment where the sights and sounds of the San Juan Mountains take center stage throughout your stay.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, the campground serves as a gateway to some of the most dramatic alpine scenery in the United States. Guests are surrounded by towering peaks and high-altitude wilderness, making it a dream destination for those seeking high-alpine landscapes and crisp mountain air. The park is nestled within the scenic Lake City area, placing visitors near the start of the famous Alpine Loop, a rugged route that traverses spectacular mountain passes and historic mining districts.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground focuses on providing the essentials for a comfortable stay in a rugged environment. Guests will find full hookup sites available, ensuring that your RV experience remains convenient despite the remote elevation. The grounds are kept simple and clean, prioritizing access to the natural surroundings over modern resort-style frills. With well-maintained grounds and easy navigation for various rig sizes, the park facilitates a stress-free transition from the road to your mountain base camp.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find no shortage of activity near the campground. Lake San Cristobal is a major draw, offering opportunities for boating and fishing just a short drive away. For those who prefer exploring by foot or vehicle, the region offers countless trails for hiking and 4x4 enthusiasts looking to challenge the Continental Divide. The historic downtown area of Lake City provides a charming glimpse into the region’s past, featuring local shops and historical sites that capture the essence of Colorado mountain culture.
Who This Park Is Best For
Highlander RV Campground is ideal for adventurers, anglers, and those who prioritize peaceful mountain tranquility over crowded tourist traps. It is perfectly suited for travelers who plan to spend their days exploring the rugged backcountry, off-roading on mountain passes, or enjoying the serenity of alpine lakes. If your travel style centers on nature and you appreciate a quiet, unpretentious base camp for your San Juan adventures, this park will feel like a natural home away from home.
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Reviews
Scott Wright
What a great Campground. Amy and Scott were awesome hosts. They accommodated our big rigs. Nice Clean Place.
Pam Dailey
The staff and campground are fantastic. The campground gives a family feel with options like a Potluck and coffee/donuts morning. The store on site carries an abundance of RV supplies and really nice items to purchase. Grounds are clean as well as bathrooms and laundry room. Views are also spectacular of the area mountains. The campground is near the entrances to the Alpine Loop, either go Engineer Pass or Cinnamon Pass.
Lili
Highlander campground exceeded my expectations!! The showers and bathrooms are super clean and it even smelled nice in the a bathroom area lol The windows are always open and everything is so clean. Great customer service! The office closes at 5, but they leave your info on a magnetic board outside, with your site number...they even told me I could pick a closer one near the bathrooms if I wanted. I think the owners live upstairs, on top of the office and bathrooms. I was car camping in my Subaru and saw few other cars doing the same thing, but the rest were RVs with lights around, so not very dark at night. There's a small waterfall just near the site and in the morning it felt nice to wake up to that sound. Also, 10 minutes driving away - is the spectacular lake with amazing views!
Maddie Geurts
We enjoyed our 3 night stay here! Showers had hot water, bathrooms are clean. We didn’t do laundry but they do offer it. Hosts were super friendly and greeted us by name as soon as we drove in & showed us to our site. Pretty quiet place with lots of dogs, we enjoyed the OHV access & hiking the 14ers near by.
Krista Carrico
We stayed here for 4 nights. As we pulled in we were immediately greeted and escorted to our sites. Check in was a breeze and they were super friendly. We purchased firewood but didn’t use any of the other amenities. We were gone every day but the nights were fairly quiet despite being so close to a highly traveled road. They’re very dog friendly which was appreciated. Parking is a little tight and only one vehicle is allowed per site but their overflow lot is just down the road.