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Dark Sky River Lodge

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$45per night

Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout

Details

10281 US Highway 50, Howard, CO, 81233

Lat:38.4297658
Lng:-105.815212
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Last Updated: November 1, 2025

Table Of Contents

Campground Overview

Check In

When you arrive, please come to the office and we will show you to your site.

Check In Time: 11 AM
Check Out Time: 11 AM

Amenities

Drinking Water

Fire Ring / Grill

Community Restrooms

Dump Station

WiFi

Picnic Table

50 Amps

30 Amps

Rules & Regulations

Contact & Emergencies

24-hour contact: (Google Voice number provided) // In life-threatening emergencies, call 911 first.

Liability & Safety

Guests use all facilities, grounds, and the river at their own risk. // The Owner/Operator assumes no liability for accidents, injury, or loss of property. // Children must be supervised at all times near water or fire.

Check-In / Check-Out

Check-in: 3:00 PM or later // Check-out: by 11:00 AM // Late check-out only with prior approval. Unapproved late departure = $50/hour, up to one night’s rate.

Property Care & Damages

Please report any issues immediately so they can be addressed quickly. // Guests are responsible for all damages or missing items caused by themselves, their party, or their pets. // Charge = cost of repair/replacement plus $100 administrative fee. // Unauthorized use of linens, equipment, or furniture outdoors will be treated as damage.

Parking

Park only in designated areas. // No parking on grass, septic fields, or drive lanes. // One vehicle per RV site unless otherwise arranged.

Prohibited Conduct

No parties, commercial photography, or subleasing. // No illegal activity, weapons discharge, or fireworks on premises. // The Lodge reserves the right to evict guests without refund for any unsafe, destructive, or disrespectful behavior.

Smoking & Fire Safety

Smoking, vaping, or open flames inside any building is strictly prohibited. // Outdoor smoking only, at least 25 feet away from doors and windows. // No candles, fireworks, or fire pits except in designated areas. // Violation = $300 fine plus cleaning/damage costs.

Occupancy & Visitors

Motel rooms: 1-bed = max 2 guests, 2-bed = max 4 guests // RV sites: 1 RV + 1 vehicle, max 6 people per site. // Unregistered guests or overnight visitors must be approved in advance. // Over-occupancy = immediate eviction and charge for additional guests.

Pets

Pets are welcome in designated accommodations only. // $50 per stay, covers up to two pets. // Pets must be leashed outdoors, never left unattended in units, and kept off furniture. // Damage or extra cleaning = actual cost plus $100 administrative fee.

Quiet hours

Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM. // Please respect fellow guests, wildlife, and rural neighbors. // Excessive noise, music, or generator use after hours may result in immediate termination of your stay without refund.
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