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Campground · Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands · Colorado

Monarch Park

35 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 40 ftWaterside

Monarch Park is a 35-site campground in Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands near Salida, Colorado. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Salida, CO · Map and directions
Campsites
35
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
40 ft
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(877) 444-6777

About Monarch Park

After being closed the past couple of years for renovations, look for Monarch Park to reopen on Friday, August 21, 2026!

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Monarch Park

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Other campgrounds nearby

Ohaver Lake Campground

12 mi away

32 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Cascade (Colorado) Campground

14 mi away

21 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 73 ft

Chalk Lake Campground

14 mi away

19 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 30 ftWaterside

Mount Princeton Campground

15 mi away

19 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 45 ftWaterside

Collegiate Peaks Campground

21 mi away

56 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 50 ftWaterside

Lottis Creek Campground

24 mi away

48 sites41 electricPets OKRVs to 107 ftWaterside

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Frequently asked questions

Does Monarch Park have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Monarch Park?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

How big an RV fits at Monarch Park?

The longest site takes vehicles up to 40 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.

Are dogs allowed at Monarch Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.