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Saddlehorn Loop Road, Fruita, CO, 81521
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
All Saddlehorn Campground reservations, including same day, MUST be made online at www.recreation.gov. The campground is 4 miles from the west (Fruita) entrance. It is located in an area of Utah juniper and pinyon trees. Sites cost $22 a night, plus entry fee to Monument. One loop is open year-round. There are flush toilets, but no hookups or dump station. Each site has a picnic table and charcoal grill, no wood fires allowed. Max length is 40 feet for RVs, including both trailer and tow vehicle.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
A-Loop is open from April 1 to October 29. B-Loop is open year-round. C-Loop is open from May 1 to October 20, weather dependent. Campsites can be reserved at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Weather
Spring - Daytime high temperatures 70-85 F (21-30 C), nighttime low temperature 30-50 F (-1 - +10 C). Summer - Daytime high temperatures can reach 100 F (38 C), afternoon thunderstorms common. Fall - Similar to spring temperatures, sudden changes in weather common. Snow can occur in October. Winter - Daytime highs vary from 10 - 45 F (-12 - +7 C). Snow common, patches of snow and ice stay around most of the winter.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Amphitheater
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Directions
Saddlehorn Campground is located near the Saddlehorn Visitor Center, four miles from the west entrance (near Fruita, CO).
Rates & Fees
Saddlehorn Campground Fee
There are two fees in order to camp at Saddlehorn. The entrance fee for the monument is $25 - good for 7 days. Camping fees are $22 per night. Maximum of 14 nights. Senior passes and Access passes have a camping fee of $11 per night. Loops A and B - Seven (7) person per site limit, three (3) tents per site, and two (2) vehicles per site. Loop C - Seven (7) person per site limit, three (3) tents per site, 1 vehicle, no trailers or large RVs.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Charcoal fires in grates permitted. Camp stoves are permitted. Wood fires are not permitted. On rare occasions fire bans will limit or ban charcoal fires.Regulations Overview
Generators prohibited from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. in Loops A and B. Generators are never allowed in Loop C. RV/trailer length limit is 40 feet in A and B. Loop C length limit is 19 feet, no trailers. No wood fires in the Monument. Pets are allowed at campsites, but must be on a leash 6 ft. in length or less, well behaved, and attended at all times. Pets and bicycles are not allowed on any park trails. Drone use is prohibited in the Monument.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Two campsites has access via cement trail and pad around picnic table. Paved access from site to restroom.
Internet Information
Free 24 hour WiFi is available at the visitor center.
Cell Phone Information
Cell phone service can be intermittent depending on the service provider.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Campsites are primarily designed for tent camping and small RVs.
RV Maximum Length
40
Additional Information
RV dump station and water filling are available outside the park, at the Fruita Welcome Center by I-70 exit 19.
Trailer Maximum Length
40
ADA Information
Campground loop road is paved and mostly level. One campsite in loop A is paved for wheel chair access. One campsite in Loop C is accessible. Restrooms are accessible.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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