Ruby Mountain Campground
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Write a Review CR-300 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-539-7289 Reservations: 800-244-5613 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.7528, -106.0701
Overview of Ruby Mountain Campground
Camping at the AHRA now requires a reservation. A vehicle pass is required for any motor vehicle brought into the campground and is charged in addition to camping fees.
Last Price Paid: $28
Reported by kerry_atx on 5/23/2023
Longest RV Reported: 40 feet (Class A)
Reported by Geardowntravels on 9/23/2020
Number of Sites 22
Pad Type gravel
Reservations yes
Elevation 7,644 ft / 2,329 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Ruby Mountain Campground 17 people have reviewed this location.
Cell Phone Coverage
Confirmed by 9 Users
Last reported 5/23/2023
Confirmed by 5 Users
Last reported 7/2/2021
Confirmed by 1 User
Last reported 6/26/2024
“Beware of The Camphost ”
Reviewed 8/6/2024
| Days stayed: | 0 |
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| RV Length: | 20' |
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Upon entering area there is a one lane pass. The camphost was exiting as we were entering. We had to unsafely back up as she flipped us off and repeatedly lunged her vehicle at us. And then said “I’M the CAMPHOST”. No thank you. We left.
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“Awesome Dry Camping Site.”
Reviewed 6/26/2024
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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| Site Number: | 1306 |
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We pulled in, we were amazed at the location of the camp site. It is right next to Arkansas river. Each site was meticulously maintained and constructed. There are several hiking trails as well as river access and numerous rafting outfitters near by. We stayed at site 1306 and enjoyed the view and easy walking distance to the faci... more
We pulled in, we were amazed at the location of the camp site. It is right next to Arkansas river. Each site was meticulously maintained and constructed.
There are several hiking trails as well as river access and numerous rafting outfitters near by. We stayed at site 1306 and enjoyed the view and easy walking distance to the facility
There is no trash service or water here so you need to pack out what you brought in.
Town of Buena Vista and Northrop are near by for your essential needs.
I would definitely stay here again . You have access to three 14ners neat by for your viewing or climbing pleasure.
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Alex would stay here again
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“Awesome place to get away from it all”
Reviewed 5/23/2023
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 8 |
| Site Number: | 1308 |
| RV Length: | 39' (Bus) |
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Boondocking at it finest - pack out what you bring in. No water or dump; water is available on the way in from the south at Poncho Spring welcome center (150gal limit); $10 dump station with credit card (did fillup the water tanks, did not use the dump option). Most sites have amazing views of the Arkansas River and the mountain Peaks.... more
Boondocking at it finest - pack out what you bring in. No water or dump; water is available on the way in from the south at Poncho Spring welcome center (150gal limit); $10 dump station with credit card (did fillup the water tanks, did not use the dump option). Most sites have amazing views of the Arkansas River and the mountain Peaks. This campground is on a hill, so most sights are going to require some leveling - except maybe the pull-thru. Sights are spacious, so you're not right next to each other. The remainder of the campsite is often terraced with a picnic table and fire pit. Pit toilets are avail and spotless. Mid-week, we had maybe 1 other neighbor. Sat and Sun am there's lots of river rafter traffic. As others have noted - a short section is a curved one lane road - one side is the river and the other a hill/rock formation - but not a big issue. Good Verizon service- was able to conduct work video calls and other internet streaming. There is a hike that starts in the camp area and river access. The river is moving, so keep that in mind for any water craft use.
Salida (SE) is a cute little town with some shopping - Natural Grocers, Safeway, Monarch is a nice hardware/farm store. Moonlight Pizza and Brew was a nice outing - make sure to sit at the bar and ask for Joe. Tell him the some interesting ppl in the bus say hello. Buena Vista (North) is also a nice town, smaller than Salida. Hiking trails start off at the park/rec field just east of town and get you up to a ridge. Recycling bins are also available there.
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kerry_atx would stay here again
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“Great CPW Camp”
Reviewed 4/22/2023
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 1311 |
| RV Length: | 19' (Travel Trailer) |
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Great spot, close to Browns Canyon 4x4 OHV road and Hiking trails.
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NoSiDi_Adventures would stay here again
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“Clean toilets, lots of road noise”
Reviewed 7/31/2021
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 1303 |
Overall Rating
Loved being this close to the Arkansas river, but we mostly heard road noise over night, which is too bad.
The pit toilets were immaculate.
The campsites were well constructed and very clean.
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Verizon 4G
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“Our site was great ”
Reviewed 7/19/2021
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 1322 |
Overall Rating
First of all, all vehicles have to have a daily pass (in addition to the camp site reservation) which is $9 cash. We had site 1322, which was the furthest away from others and furthest away from the high amount of cars at the river. We would stay again but only at site 1322. The others are way too close to each other and the traffic on... more
First of all, all vehicles have to have a daily pass (in addition to the camp site reservation) which is $9 cash. We had site 1322, which was the furthest away from others and furthest away from the high amount of cars at the river. We would stay again but only at site 1322. The others are way too close to each other and the traffic on the road.
Pros: nice fire pit, good amount of space for tent, bathrooms are clean, there are men’s/women’s changing rooms (no showers), easy access to the river.
Cons: very little shade, a bit expensive for what it is, no drinking water.
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“Amazing views”
Reviewed 7/2/2021
| Nightly rate: | $22 |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | 1307 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Teardrop Trailer) |
Overall Rating
The views here never get old! If you like the collegiate peaks views plus the sound of the river come here! Fishing is good but during the day, depending on the time of the year, you will get the white water rafters. I enjoy watching them. There is good hiking a very shot drive or walk from the campground. People also come here fo... more
The views here never get old! If you like the collegiate peaks views plus the sound of the river come here! Fishing is good but during the day, depending on the time of the year, you will get the white water rafters. I enjoy watching them. There is good hiking a very shot drive or walk from the campground. People also come here for the ATV trails which are close but far enough not to bother the campground. Dry camping. No water. No trash. Pack it out. Bathrooms available.
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Rhanrahan would stay here again
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“Not level”
Reviewed 6/6/2021
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 1312 |
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If you don't have an adsorption fridge, this would probably be fine. To be honest, I set up here and then left. It was not level and there were no trees, shrubs or anything to block the view of all the other very nearby sites. Felt very exposed and too close to the other sites.
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“Beautiful views!”
Reviewed 5/12/2021
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 1306 |
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Super clean, great views, loved our space. Great hiking trails right by our site or just a short walk to others. No water or trash, pack pack out.
Can’t wait to stay again.
joyp would stay here again
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“Nice Campground”
Reviewed 9/30/2020
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 4 |
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Nice campground. Fishing is OK. Views are good. Important: public fishing is UPSTREAM from the boat ramp only. DOWNSTREAM from boat ramp is private and strictly enforced by the resident landowners.
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BTurner would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- fishing
- picnic area
- recreation trail
- water access
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
- trash
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