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Saddlehorn Campground is located within Colorado National Monument which preserves one of the grand landscapes of the American West. Much more than a monument, towering monoliths exist within a vast plateau and canyon panorama. You can experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons along the twists and turns of Rim Rock Drive, where you may spy bighorn sheep and soaring eagles. Recreation Colorado National Monument is famous in cycling communities for its majestic views and challenging climbs, but Historic Rim Rock Drive is also a popular motor tour. Hikers flock to the miles of maintained trails, photographers come year round to capture the spectacular views, and geologists study the unique landscape for its scientific value. Climbers come for the towering sandstone, and wildlife lovers may spot Desert Bighorn sheep, golden eagles, collared lizards, and many other special creatures. Facilities Saddlehorn Campground is located near the Saddlehorn Visitor Center, four miles from the west entrance (near Fruita, Colorado) and nineteen miles from the east entrance (near Grand Junction, Colorado), and is the only established campground within the Monument. There are 79 campsites with three camping loops within the Saddlehorn Campground (Loop's A, B, and C). Loop A is open year round (sites suitable for both tents and RVs). Loop A and Loop B (both tents and RVs) is reservation & one-night only. Loop C is first come first serve (tents and small vehicles). Loop's B & C are open March 23rd through October 31st. Restrooms have flush toilets and water available during the summer, and each site has a picnic table and charcoal-only grill. There are no electric hookups or showers. Natural Features The campground is nestled within large red rock formations, with pinyon and juniper trees providing adequate shade. There are spectacular views of the Grand Valley to the northwest, and some of the park's most scenic monoliths and canyons to the southeast Nearby Attractions The cities of Grand Junction, Fruita, and Palisade boast many urban and agricultural attractions, but there are also abundant recreation areas surrounding the Monument. Among these are McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, James M. Robb Colorado River State Park, Highline Lake State Park, and many Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service areas. ADA Access: N
Driving:
Westbound on Highway I-70 towards Grand Junction, Exit 31 (Horizon Drive): Follow signs through Grand Junction to the east entrance. The visitor center and campground are 19 miles from the east entrance.
Eastbound on Highway I-70 take Exit 19 (Fruita): Turn south on Highway 340 to the west entrance, which is approximately three miles from Fruita. The visitor center and campground are four miles up from the west entrance.
$10 cancellation fee
Arguably one of the best camp sites I’ve stayed at. Running water with very clean bathrooms, dumpsters, and best of all an amazing view. Handful of spots still available despite arriving on an August Tuesday night at 8:30pm without a reservation. Fairly good privacy bn campsites although some are more tucked in than others. We stayed in a sprinter van and the ground was very level. One of the most epic drives up to the campsite and made for a perfect place to ride bikes from. $22/night + the park entry fee. Well worth it!!
Classic National Park system campground, with water, restrooms (no showers), no electricity and no dump station. As such, it meets all the expectations. And, as part of the National Park system, you get to be in a place that is magical. This campground sits on top of a mesa with a view down below of the towns of Fruita and Grand Junction, spectacular!! I have been to a lot of NPS campgrounds, but this is really unique because of that. Beautiful place!
Saddlehorn Campground was a surprise, first time, just outside Great Junction, CO. off I-70 in the Colorado National Monuments area. On the top of the mountain range overlooking Grand Junction. The road getting there is challenging, keep your eyes on the road. But campsites are nice and surroundings where great also.
