Pinon Flats Campground is the premier developed campground within Great Sand Dunes National Park, nestled in Colorado's scenic San Luis Valley. This paved-road-accessible destination offers both individual and group campsites shaded by pinon trees, providing a comfortable base for exploring one of America's most unique landscapes. The campground caters to RV travelers and tent campers seeking a high-altitude camping experience at approximately 8,600 feet elevation.
Fully equipped with essential amenities including grills, fire rings with firewood, picnic tables, restrooms, and dump stations, Pinon Flats accommodates both traditional camping and RV travel. Pet-friendly accommodations make it ideal for travelers exploring with companions. The location serves as an ideal gateway to Great Sand Dunes National Park's iconic attractions—towering sand formations, scenic hiking trails, and opportunities for sandboarding on the vast dunes. The surrounding San Luis Valley region offers additional outdoor recreation, mountain views, and access to Colorado's high plains landscape.
Reservations are required and can be secured through Recreation.gov. This campground represents the primary vehicle-based camping option within the park, making it the go-to choice for visitors seeking convenient access to Great Sand Dunes' natural wonders and stunning alpine scenery.