Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every nightA forested campground near trout fishing, hiking, and mountain biking. RV fit varies by site.
The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA) is one of the nation’s most popular locations for whitewater rafting and kayaking and home to the most commercially rafted river in the United States, the Arkansas River! Tumbling 4,650’ in 152 miles, boaters can find anything from roaring Class IV and V rapids, to milder Class II and III sections, which are ideal for beginner and family trips.











Length limits vary by campsite.
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✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights8 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights16 sites open for every nightAn idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Longer tours — plan travel time before and after.
Rentals that may deliver here and whose listed length fits sites up to 75 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Travel trailer · 14 ft · sleeps 2 · 22 mi from campground
$80/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 30 ft · sleeps 7 · 71 mi from campground
$130/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 21 ft · sleeps 6 · 93 mi from campground
$180/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Buena Vista area · 3 hr · from $117/person

Buena Vista area · 3 hr · from $100/person

Buena Vista area · 6 hr · from $150/person

Buena Vista area · 3 hr · from $145/person
Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on Colorado Parks and Wildlife for the next months, checked Nov 8. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.
| Month | Open | Booked | Closed |
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| Nov 2026 | 90% | 1% | 0% |
| Dec 2026 | 91% | 0% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 91% | 0% | 0% |
| Feb 2027 | 91% | 0% | 0% |
| Mar 2027 | 91% | 0% | 0% |
| Apr 2027 | 91% | 1% | 0% |
| May 2027 | 91% | 1% | 0% |
149 individual reservable campsites from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, checked Nov 8.
120 sites
Loops: Salida East loop (33), Hecla Junction loop (23), Five Points loop (20), Ruby Mountain loop (16), Point Barr loop (12), Rincon loop (8), Railroad Bridge loop (8)
107 open Nov 13–Nov 15
28 sites
Loops: Vallie Bridge loop (16), Ruby Mountain loop (6), Railroad Bridge loop (6)
27 open Nov 13–Nov 15
1 site
Loops: Salida East loop (1)
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15

Buena Vista area · 2 hr · from $116/person

Buena Vista area · 3.5 hr · from $130/person

Buena Vista area · 4 hr · from $95/person

Buena Vista area · 6.5 hr · from $172/person

Buena Vista area · 6.8 hr · from $209/person