ZAPATA FALLS SITE 6

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CAMPING COLORADO

Zapata Falls Site 6


May 7, 2024

Zapata Falls Site 6 Campsite is a developed and reservable fee area located in the San Luis watershed of Colorado. The campground is situated at an elevation of 9,000 feet and offers breathtaking views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the San Luis Valley. The nearby Zapata Falls is a must-see attraction, where visitors can take a short hike to a beautiful waterfall that cascades into a narrow canyon. The Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is also located just a few miles away and offers hiking, sandboarding, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

The campground itself offers several amenities, including potable water, trash service, fire rings, and picnic tables. The site can accommodate up to six people and two vehicles per site. The area is also known for its wildlife, including black bears, elk, and mule deer. Visitors are encouraged to properly store their food and keep a safe distance from all wildlife.

The best time of year to visit Zapata Falls Site 6 Campsite is from late spring to early fall when the weather is mild and dry. Average temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-70s during the day and can drop down to the mid-30s at night. It is important to note that the campground is closed from November to April due to snow and ice.

In summary, Zapata Falls Site 6 Campsite offers stunning views of the surrounding Sangre de Cristo Mountains and San Luis Valley, with nearby attractions such as Zapata Falls and the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. The campground provides potable water, trash service, fire rings, and picnic tables, and visitors are advised to be wary of local wildlife. The best time to visit is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from mid-60s to mid-70s during the day.




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Rafting & Kayaking

NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 4
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Eagle Watershed, Colorado
EAST FORK ARKANSAS RIVER
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 5
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado

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