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.
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Confirmed by 9 Users
Last reported 5/23/2023
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Last reported 7/2/2021
Confirmed by 1 User
Last reported 6/26/2024
“Quiet spot by a river”
Reviewed 9/23/2020
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 1304 |
| RV Length: | 40' (Class A) |
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Ours was a steep back-in 3 tiered site with huge boulders and gravel. It is a small CG on a river. 1 lane dirt road for part of the drive in. Only a few sites for big rigs. Nice and quiet at night.
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Geardowntravels would stay here again
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“Quiet spot ”
Reviewed 9/16/2020
| Nightly rate: | $23 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 8 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Teardrop Trailer) |
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This is the perfect time of the year to stay here! The rafters are gone and it’s more quiet. We enjoyed fishing on the Arkansa River and beautiful views of the mountains. The hiking on browns canyon is great and the brown creek falls are just a short drive away (plus a 7mi round trip hike).
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Rhanrahan would stay here again
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“Didn’t disappoint again!”
Reviewed 7/27/2020
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | 8 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Teardrop Trailer) |
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Part of the Arkansas River Recreation area. Spacious and clean little campground nestled in the brown canyon area. No showers, water or trash service. Sites are nice and reservations are required. The views of Mt. Princeton are spectacular. Nice river sound. Great location for fishing, hiking and close to Buena Vista and Salida. ... more
Part of the Arkansas River Recreation area. Spacious and clean little campground nestled in the brown canyon area. No showers, water or trash service. Sites are nice and reservations are required. The views of Mt. Princeton are spectacular. Nice river sound. Great location for fishing, hiking and close to Buena Vista and Salida. An additional $9 per day per car is required.
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Rhanrahan would stay here again
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“Loved this campground!”
Reviewed 8/14/2019
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 8 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Teardrop Trailer) |
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Quiet, amazing views, great condition (remodeled in 2016), great access to fishing and hiking. Would definitely come back. The tent area by the river was crowded but the sites offered good views of the river and mountains without being crowded.
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Rhanrahan would stay here again
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“Delightful ”
Reviewed 7/23/2017
| Nightly rate: | $25 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 5 |
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Beautifully situated along the Arkansas River south of Buena Vista. During the day you hear the river rafters and there is some traffic going to the trail head near by. Other than that it is just the sound of the river. Spaces are spacious and many are big rig friendly. The scenery is outstanding. There are no hookups and it is 'pack i... more
Beautifully situated along the Arkansas River south of Buena Vista. During the day you hear the river rafters and there is some traffic going to the trail head near by. Other than that it is just the sound of the river. Spaces are spacious and many are big rig friendly. The scenery is outstanding. There are no hookups and it is 'pack it in pack it out'. There are pit toilets that are clean and cleaned daily. We stayed 1 night in a 34 ft. RV but will definitely be back. Be sure to make reservations if you are coming for the weekend.
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Pete would stay here again
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Reviewed 6/15/2016
| RV Length: | 21' (Pop Up Camper) |
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Looks like it cost $18 to camp plus the state daily pass fee (about $7).
http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/ArkansasHeadwatersRecreationArea/Pages/Fees.aspx
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“Great and off the beaten track”
Reviewed 6/8/2016
| Days stayed: | 4 |
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We stayed here for almost a week last summer. A country road runs through the middle of the campground, but is lightly travelled. The campground host was friendly and helpful and helped us find the ideal spot for us to camp. There isn't a lot (any) shade, other than one spot next to the restrooms, so come prepared to provide your own. ... more
We stayed here for almost a week last summer. A country road runs through the middle of the campground, but is lightly travelled. The campground host was friendly and helpful and helped us find the ideal spot for us to camp. There isn't a lot (any) shade, other than one spot next to the restrooms, so come prepared to provide your own. There is about 300m of river access for fishing. There is a trashcan and a couple of bathrooms here, but no water. Cell service is adequate, I worked the entire time we were here. The county road extends above and beyond the campground and provides an opportunity for riding bikes or easy hiking. There is also a hiking trail nearby.
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OnlyDirtRoads 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
Pets
- pets
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