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  • Ruby Mtn Campground, Nathrop, Colorado. Picnic table on a gravel site above the Arkansas River with the Collegiate Peaks behind.
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    Ruby Mountain Campground near Nathrop, Colorado

    Tucked right along the rushing waters of the Arkansas River, Ruby Mountain Campground is one of Chaffee County’s best-kept secrets for a quick mountain getaway. Perfectly positioned between the vibrant mountain towns of Buena Vista and Salida, this scenic spot offers front-row seats to world-class rafting and stunning views of the Collegiate Peaks. Whether you…

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  • Railroad Bridge Campground, Buena Vista, Colorado. Tent and picnic table on a gravel site with weather coming over the peak.
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    Railroad Bridge Campground near Buena Vista, Colorado

    The Railroad Bridge Campground is part of the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and lives up to its name with sites right next to an old railroad bridge and easy access to the Arkansas River. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate…

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  • Silver Dollar Campground, Leadville, Colorado. Building a fire in the ring at a wooded site with a tent behind.
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    Silver Dollar Campground near Leadville, Colorado

    The Silver Dollar Campground is located on Turquoise Lake near Leadville, Colorado and offers forest camping with easy access to the lake and a short drive into the historic mining town of Leadville. This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon…

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  • Camp Hale Campground, Leadville, Colorado. A yellow family tent pitched at dusk under the spruce.
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    Camp Hale Campground near Leadville, Colorado

    Camp Hale Campground is between Leadville and Minturn just below Tennessee Pass. It’s in a large valley with mountains all around, views for days. Camp Hale is a Historic Monument with multiple plaques and remnants from the 10th Mountain Division training days. The campsites are spread out among lodge pole pines. This post contains affiliate…

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