Sand Gulch Campground
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At a Glance
About Sand Gulch Campground
Sand Gulch Campground is a national park campground at Shelf Road Sites in Fremont County, Colorado. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Sand Gulch Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 99 ft. Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 135 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Shelf Road Sites include The Bank Campground.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 37 · 2025: 6
Location
Address
Canon City, Colorado
Coordinates
38.6174, -105.2296
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •May sees 242 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Sand Gulch Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Sand Gulch Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Sand Gulch Campground?
May typically sees the highest reservation activity at Sand Gulch Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Sand Gulch Campground right now?
Yes! There are currently 170 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Sand Gulch Campground, with availability on 13 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
How often is availability checked at Sand Gulch Campground?
Campsite Tonight monitors Sand Gulch Campground for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 30 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Sand Gulch Campground located?
Sand Gulch Campground is located in Shelf Road Sites, near Canon City, Colorado.
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