Comparing RV Parks at the Royal Gorge: An Honest Guide

Updated for the 2026 Season

Planning an RV trip to the Royal Gorge? There are five RV parks in the Canon City / Royal Gorge area, and choosing the right one can make or break your trip. We’ve put together this honest comparison to help you decide — yes, we’re one of them, but we’ll give you the straight facts on all five so you can choose what’s right for your trip.

If you want our own park’s details, see our Royal Gorge RV Park page.

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Quick Comparison

Feature	Mountain View RV Resort	Royal Gorge RV Resort	Royal View RV Park	KOA Royal Gorge	Love’s RV Stop
Distance to Royal Gorge	1 mile	2 miles	2 miles	0 miles	15 miles east
Distance to Canon City	6 miles	9 miles	9 miles	8 miles	In town
RV Sites (per night)	$54–$95	$50–$75	Single-night stays not allowed	$78–$101	$53–$70
Lodging (per night)	$81–$120	$135–$265	Single-night stays not allowed	$60–$144	N/A
Multi-Day Discounts	✅ 10% (3+ nights), 20% (7+), 50% (30+)	❌ No	❌ No	❌ No	❌ No
Group Discounts	❌ None — discounts based on length of stay only	❌	Good Sam 10%, veterans	Good Sam 10%, KOA rewards	Good Sam 10%
Total Sites	41	100+	~50	80+	125
Site Surface	Gravel w/ concrete patios (95%)	Dirt/gravel	Gravel	Dirt	Concrete/gravel
Pull-Through Sites	Yes (up to 100′)	Yes	Yes (up to 65′)	Yes (up to 90′)	Yes
Full Hookups	All sites	Most sites	All sites	Most sites	All sites
30/50 Amp	All sites	Mixed	All sites	Mixed	All sites
WiFi	Free Starlink (fast)	Free fiber optic (fast)	Free	Free	Free
Pool / Hot Tub	No	Yes / Yes	Yes (seasonal)	Yes + water slide	No
Gated Entry	Yes (code required)	No	No	No	Yes (code)
Cabins	2 comfort cabins	Luxury cabins	Cabins + glamping	Multiple cabins	No
Glamping	2 elevated domes	A-frame pods	Glamping tents	No	No
Pets Allowed	Yes (up to 4)	Yes (max 2)	No (adults only 45+)	Yes (max 2)	Yes (max 2)
Kids/Families	Yes	Yes	No (adults only 45+)	Yes	Yes
Playground	No	Yes (bouncy pillow, swings)	No	Yes	No
Camp Store	Yes	Yes	Limited	Yes	Love’s Travel Stop
Laundry	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes ($3/load)
Season	April–October	April–October	May–October	April–October	Year-round
Reservation System	Campspot	Campspot	Direct	KOA.com	Love’s app

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Mountain View RV Resort — That’s Us

Best for: Couples, families, and serious RVers who value quality sites, cleanliness, and a quiet atmosphere over resort-style amenities.

Full details on our RV park near Royal Gorge Bridge: site sizes, rates, pets and how to book.

What makes us different:

• Concrete patios on 95% of sites — no mud, no dust, no leveling hassles. Set up your chairs and grill on a clean, level surface. No other park in the area offers this.
• Only gated RV park at the Royal Gorge — entry code required. You’ll know who’s in the park and who isn’t. Families tell us this matters.
• Only park with multi-day discounts — 10% off 3+ nights, 20% off 7+ nights, 50% off 30+ nights. No other Royal Gorge park offers length-of-stay discounts. When you stay a week, we’re the lowest priced park at the gorge.
• Pet-friendly up to 4 dogs — every other park in the area caps you at 2 (or bans pets entirely). Got a big furry family? We’ve got room.
• Closest to the Royal Gorge AND closest to Canon City — 1 mile to the Royal Gorge entrance road, 6 miles to town. Best of both worlds. The other gorge-area parks are 8-9 miles from Canon City.
• All gravel, 100% — no dirt, no dust, no mud after rain. Your RV and your lungs will thank you.
• Starlink WiFi — fast, reliable internet that actually works for streaming.
• Elevated glamping domes — our two geodesic domes sit 10 feet above ground with panoramic Sangre de Cristo mountain views. Queen bed, A/C, heat, full linens. There’s nothing else like it in the region.
• Immaculate restrooms — we hear this constantly in reviews. We take cleanliness seriously.

What we don’t have:

• No pool or hot tub. If that’s a dealbreaker, Royal Gorge RV Resort or KOA might be better fits.
• No playground. We have corn hole, horseshoes, basketball, and shuffleboard — but if you need a bounce house, look at Royal Gorge RV Resort.
• Smaller park (41 sites). During peak season, we sell out. Book early.

Review scores:

• RV LIFE: 9.2/10 (227 reviews)
• TripAdvisor: 4/5 (163 reviews)
• Facebook: 96% recommend (288 reviews)

Read what our guests say – a compilation of reviews from all the review sites

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Royal Gorge RV Resort

Best for: Families with kids who want pool/hot tub access and don’t mind dirt sites.

The good:

• Pool and hot tub with mountain views
• 35 acres — spacious property
• Bouncy pillow, playground, basketball, volleyball
• Luxury cabins and A-frame glamping pods
• Fiber optic WiFi (fast)
• Golf cart and Vanderhall rentals — fun extras
• Can see Royal Gorge Bridge from property at sunset

The not-so-good:

• Dirt/gravel sites — dusty when dry, muddy when wet. Reviewers mention needing leveling blocks.
• No concrete patios — bring your own mat or sit in the dirt
• Sites close together during peak season (per Campspot reviews)
• No security gate — open access
• Reopened in 2023 after being closed — still building consistency
• About 2 miles from Royal Gorge entrance (vs. our 1 mile to the Royal Gorge entrance road)

Review scores:

• RV LIFE: 8.5/10 (68 reviews)

Bottom line: If a pool is your top priority and you don’t mind dirt sites, this is a solid family option. If site quality and cleanliness matter more, compare carefully.

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Royal View RV Park

Best for: Adults (35+) who want a quiet, kid-free experience with a pool.

The good:

• Adults only (45+) — genuinely quiet and peaceful
• Good Sam 10/10/10 rating — well maintained
• Pool (seasonal)
• Gravel sites, mostly pull-through, Big Rig friendly up to 65′
• Glamping tents and cabins available
• Views are legitimately stunning

The not-so-good:

• No kids or pets allowed — if you’re traveling with family, this isn’t an option
• ~10% higher pricing than comparable parks
• Some Good Sam reviewers mention site levelness issues
• Smaller, more limited amenities

Review scores:

• RV LIFE: 8.9/10 (83 reviews)

Bottom line: If you’re over 45, traveling without kids or pets, and willing to pay a premium for quiet — Royal View delivers. Otherwise, it’s not an option.

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Royal Gorge / Canon City KOA Holiday

Best for: Brand-loyal KOA campers and families who want maximum kid amenities.

The good:

• KOA brand reliability — you know what you’re getting
• 19 acres with pool AND large water slide
• Multiple cabin types
• KOA rewards program
• Online booking through KOA.com

The not-so-good:

• Dirt sites, not very level — consistent complaint in reviews
• ~20% higher pricing than Mountain View (you’re paying for the KOA name)
• 1 mile from the Royal Gorge entrance road — furthest of the gorge-area parks
• Reviewers mention it feels “run down” and needs maintenance
• Office sometimes unstaffed (per 2024 reviews)
• Highway noise mentioned in reviews

Review scores:

• TripAdvisor: 3/5 (85 reviews) — notably lower than other options

Bottom line: The KOA name draws people in, and the water slide is great for kids. But at 20% higher prices with dirt sites and a 3/5 TripAdvisor score, you’re paying for the brand, not the experience.

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Love’s RV Stop

Best for: Overnight stops, budget travelers, and those who just need hookups and a safe place to park.

The good:

• Lowest prices in the area (~20% below other parks)
• 125 sites — usually available even last-minute
• Year-round operation
• Concrete/gravel sites
• Fully automated check-in (convenient)
• Love’s Travel Stop amenities (fuel, food, showers)
• Surprisingly high review scores (9.2/10 RV LIFE)

The not-so-good:

• 15 miles from Royal Gorge — it’s at a truck stop on the east side of Canon City, not in the gorge area
• It’s a truck stop — you’ll be parked next to semis, not mountains
• No camp store, no playground, no pool, no activities
• No mountain views or camping atmosphere
• Not a vacation destination — it’s a rest stop

Review scores:

• RV LIFE: 9.2/10 (31 reviews)
• TripAdvisor: 5/5 (limited reviews)

Bottom line: If you need a cheap, clean overnight stop near Canon City, Love’s is great for that. If you’re coming to experience the Royal Gorge, you’ll want to be at an actual gorge-area park.

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So Which Park Is Right For You?

Choose Mountain View RV Resort if you value:

• The best site quality (concrete patios, all gravel, level)
• Security (only gated park)
• Closest to the Royal Gorge entrance road (1 mile) AND closest to Canon City (6 miles)
• The only multi-day discounts at the gorge (10/20/50% off)
• Pet-friendly up to 4 dogs (others cap at 2)
• Cleanliness and a quiet, well-maintained park
• Fast Starlink WiFi
• Unique glamping experience

Choose Royal Gorge RV Resort if you want:

• Pool and hot tub
• Maximum kid activities (playground, bouncy pillow)
• Don’t mind dirt sites

Choose Royal View if you need:

• Adults-only quiet (35+, no pets)
• Pool access
• Willing to pay premium for peace

Choose KOA if you want:

• KOA brand loyalty / rewards
• Water slide for kids
• Don’t mind paying 20% more for dirt sites

Choose Love’s if you need:

• Cheapest price, period
• Just an overnight stop
• Don’t care about being near the gorge

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Ready to Book?

Book Your Stay at Mountain View RV Resort →

Questions? Call us at 719-275-0900 or email mvrrinfo@gmail.com

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We believe in honest comparisons. Every park listed here has its strengths. We just think that when you compare site quality, location, cleanliness, and value — Mountain View stands out. But don’t take our word for it — read our reviews and decide for yourself.