Farm glamping pods near Grand Junction

Experience the majesty of the American West in Grand Junction, a small city in western Colorado. Red rock buttes rise above the Colorado River, calling to hikers, bikers, and climbers. Nearby, millions of acres of public lands overflow with forest and mountain campsites. In town, RV parks with full hookups sit near vineyards and golf courses.

For classic red-rock camping, head to the Colorado National Monument. Wake up to valley views from your tent or RV site in the Saddlehorn Campground. Or, head into the wild on foot and create your own backcountry campsite.

Craving mountain views? Head to the 11 developed campgrounds in Grand Mesa National Forest. Solitude-seekers should make camp in the McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area provides. In the Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area, fish right from your campsite on the Gunnison River.

From camp, it’s easy to access Grand Junction’s outdoor adventures year-round. Launch a kayak at Colorado River State Park near downtown. The fast, fun Ribbon trail is a must for mountain bikers. The local Red Rocks provide hiking trails for every ability.

During the spring snowmelt, join in a local tradition: waterfalling. Hike into No Thoroughfare and Big Dominguez canyons to spot waterfalls. Act fast, because they disappear quickly!