Salida - Mt. Shavano KOA
RV Park
Write a Review 16105 US-50 West Salida, CO 81201 719-539-4051 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.5377, -106.1752
Overview of Salida - Mt. Shavano KOA
Last Price Paid: $75
Reported by Explorateurs / Alowetta & Marc on 7/31/2023
Longest RV Reported: 40 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by DebbieM on 5/25/2016
Weekly Rate Yes
Monthly Rate Yes
Number of Sites 45
Pad Type dirt
Reservations yes
Elevation 8,366 ft / 2,549 m
Max Length 100 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Salida - Mt. Shavano KOA 9 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 12/28/2022
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Last reported 5/25/2016
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Last reported 8/18/2021
“Older KOA far from town”
Reviewed 7/31/2023
| Nightly rate: | $75 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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This is a KOA Journey, which I think is the basic KOA. The sites are small for a 40' motorhome, and some of the sites (like the one we were in) have all the hookups in the FRONT of the site, making it harder to get sewer and electricity connected. The laundry is only $2/load, which is cheap compared to other places now. It is ... more
This is a KOA Journey, which I think is the basic KOA.
The sites are small for a 40' motorhome, and some of the sites (like the one we were in) have all the hookups in the FRONT of the site, making it harder to get sewer and electricity connected.
The laundry is only $2/load, which is cheap compared to other places now.
It is about 8-10 miles from the Poncha Springs/Salida area, and very close to the highway.
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
Reviewed 12/28/2022
| Nightly rate: | $65 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | A1 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Class C) |
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Old and worn out, the only reason we stayed was. We were tired and it was dark, the bathrooms were clean and the employees are very nice.
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Verizon 4G
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“Nice overnight stay ”
Reviewed 8/18/2021
| Nightly rate: | $55 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 10 |
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We ended up arriving very late because we were delayed from an accident. But the campground called and let us know how to do a late check in. This was so helpful! The sites were not private but they were just fine for an overnight and the mountains were beautiful. We stayed here because I70 was closed due to mudslides so we needed to d... more
We ended up arriving very late because we were delayed from an accident. But the campground called and let us know how to do a late check in. This was so helpful! The sites were not private but they were just fine for an overnight and the mountains were beautiful. We stayed here because I70 was closed due to mudslides so we needed to detour around to avoid independence pass since this pass is very tight for any rig over 35 feet (truck and travel trailer). A small playground is there too for kids!
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AL would stay here again
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“Avoid the Open Sewage!”
Reviewed 7/5/2020
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
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| Days stayed: | 19 |
| RV Length: | 28' (Travel Trailer) |
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We live full time, and are trying to limit our travel. Chose this KOA as we could book a longer stay, AND had space available over the July 4 weekend. Also had laundry on site. The campground has good access to Monarch Pass, Poncha Springs, Salida and the Arkansas River. The first week, from time to time we noticed a strong sewe... more
We live full time, and are trying to limit our travel. Chose this KOA as we could book a longer stay, AND had space available over the July 4 weekend. Also had laundry on site. The campground has good access to Monarch Pass, Poncha Springs, Salida and the Arkansas River.
The first week, from time to time we noticed a strong sewer smell. This morning awoke to a very strong smell, and saw standing water, coming from a manhole cover on the lower access road. Very strong smell of sewage, and obviously coming from a septic tank below. Probably caused by the number of campers over the weekend. And clearly not a first time occurrence.
This KOA obviously doesn’t have the sanitation capability needed to support the park. Unusual to see this from a KOA.
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Verizon 4G
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“Close to Monarch Mountain”
Reviewed 1/15/2020
| Nightly rate: | $50 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 1a |
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We stayed here for 3 days while skiing at Monarch mountain, about 15 minutes away. It’s not the kind of place where we would spend a lot of time at the camp site, but for a place to stay while seeing the area, it was perfect. They had a great system setup to keep the water hookups from freezing in mid January. Planning to stay again... more
We stayed here for 3 days while skiing at Monarch mountain, about 15 minutes away. It’s not the kind of place where we would spend a lot of time at the camp site, but for a place to stay while seeing the area, it was perfect. They had a great system setup to keep the water hookups from freezing in mid January. Planning to stay again for future ski trips.
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Verizon 4G
AB would stay here again
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“Park is not bad, but way too expensive.”
Reviewed 7/6/2018
| Nightly rate: | $56 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | E-5 |
Overall Rating
Staff here is very friendly and sites are level and clean. Very easy check-in and guided us to our spot. Our site was at the “top of the hill” and water pressure was weak. Sites are gravel, and has been very dry here so was very dusty. Nice cabins here. I didn’t see a creek as it is very dry. When asked if there was a discount f... more
Staff here is very friendly and sites are level and clean. Very easy check-in and guided us to our spot. Our site was at the “top of the hill” and water pressure was weak. Sites are gravel, and has been very dry here so was very dusty. Nice cabins here. I didn’t see a creek as it is very dry. When asked if there was a discount for AAA or Good Sam. Was told there are new owners and they haven’t decided what they are going to do. Can tell they are making improvements. Probably would not stay here because the price is way too high for what you get. No TV access unless you have satellite. WiFi is fair.
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Verizon 4G
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“Electric only by the creek was nice!”
Reviewed 6/27/2018
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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| RV Length: | 23' (Class C) |
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We had dinner in Salida and drove out to this campground. They host were incredibly nice and helpful always checking if we had any needs. We chose an electric only site and backed in right next to the creek, this was a great situation as we have a five-year-old and he was able to play by the water and with the kids across the creek in... more
We had dinner in Salida and drove out to this campground. They host were incredibly nice and helpful always checking if we had any needs. We chose an electric only site and backed in right next to the creek, this was a great situation as we have a five-year-old and he was able to play by the water and with the kids across the creek in the tent spaces. Nice views and a good flat site, as we left and drove west we did see the next campground that we may try next time but have no complaints about this visit.
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Verizon 4G
AZ7000' would stay here again
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“Come for the views stay for the laundry ”
Reviewed 4/20/2018
| Nightly rate: | $42 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | F1 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Bus) |
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We were on our way to a wildlife management area and decided to stay here 1night so we could use their facilities ( laundry and water ). Laundry was $2/wash $2/dry. The dryer didn’t dry anything cotton. The sites are fairly nice lined up in a stair step fashion up the mountainside. Picnic tables and fire rings. The host cou... more
We were on our way to a wildlife management area and decided to stay here 1night so we could use their facilities ( laundry and water ).
Laundry was $2/wash $2/dry. The dryer didn’t dry anything cotton.
The sites are fairly nice lined up in a stair step fashion up the mountainside. Picnic tables and fire rings.
The host couple were super friendly and accommodated an early check in with no problem.
Nice walking trails that are dog friendly but there was A LOT of dog poop left. I sure wish people would pick up after their dogs.
We were in a 33’ MH with toad. Plenty of room.
Even tho it’s right off 50 there’s little to no road noise.
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Verizon 4G
Lilmsnomad would stay here again
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“Conveninently located, clean, quiet, nice staff (new management) clean faciilities.”
Reviewed 5/25/2016
| Nightly rate: | $38 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | A1 |
| RV Length: | 40' (Fifth Wheel) |
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I would've expected a bit of a discount as there was only 20psi water pressure as a new well was just put in. New owner/management are very nice. Since new owners, no discounts (Good Sam etc) are currently offered) Convenient location, clean facilities, nice laundry. We stayed here as we were checking out nearby boondocking locatio... more
I would've expected a bit of a discount as there was only 20psi water pressure as a new well was just put in. New owner/management are very nice. Since new owners, no discounts (Good Sam etc) are currently offered) Convenient location, clean facilities, nice laundry. We stayed here as we were checking out nearby boondocking locations. Great internet/cell. Some larger pull throughs, gravel/dirt, mostly level. We have a 40' 5th wheel.
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Verizon 4G
DebbieM would stay here again
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“Cancellation Fee Taken After Exit Route Blocked”
noted 5/10/2024
Shortly after reservation was made, bridge on Hwy 50 a few miles west of the campground was declared unsafe and closed, except for local traffic which was escorted across 2x/day. Trailers were specifically disallowed to pass. No detours available. Campers, particularly those with trailers, leaving the Campground and traveling West would be completely blocked and would have to turn around and go back the way they came. We learned of the closure on 4/26 (Fri), We were informed that the Campground learned of it the previous Mon (4/22). No courtesy email warning was sent by the campground. Cancellation fee waiver/refund refused on grounds that "Unfortunately we have no control over construction and road closures". KOA corporate offered only canned email response, deferring to its franchisee. This contrasts sharply with our experience last year in CA when unusual amounts of rainfall resulted in severe flooding near the campground, Marina Dunes Resort (Thousand Trails). The campground sent road status emails and offered to waive cancellation fees even for same-day cancellations. When planning in the area, there are alternatives to this campground. Examples of good exercise of discretion should be rewarded; bad examples should be left to wither on the vine. You be the judge.
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Connectivity
- wifi: free
Recreation
- horseshoes
- playground
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dog run
- dump station
- firewood
- general store
- laundry
- restrooms: flush
- rv storage
- showers
- trash
Discount Clubs
- KOA
Pets
- dog run
- pets
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