Black Bear RV Park and Motel on Paradise Hill

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Black Bear RV Park is at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range, nestled between the foothills of the Rockies and the Arkansas River. We offer a fun, safe, relaxing environment with cool nights and warm sunny days with quaint and cozy family accommodations. In winter, ski Monarch Mountain and snowmobile; in spring, head to the Royal Gorge Bridge Park and Bishop's Castle; in summer, hike, raft, fish, bike, and ATV; and in fall, enjoy leaf-peeping season, hunting, and soaking in the area's hot spring pools, all within driving distance of our centrally located retreat!

GLAMPING: Our glamping tents are COMING SOON! Each will be fully furnished; there is no need to pack the camping gear. These canvas tents will feature queen and single beds with sitting areas. Outside, enjoy the BBQ grill and firepit with outdoor furniture. RV SITES: Full hookups, long, level pull-thrus.

MOTEL ROOMS: Newly updated with an eye for comfort, our rooms feature Smart TVs with Netflix, a kitchenette (mini-fridge, microwave, coffee-maker), no-smoking anything, and are dog-friendly.

AREA ADVENTURES: Rafting and fishing the Arkansas River, hiking, biking, jeeping, ATVing, and the Royal Gorge Bridge Park.

LOCATION: Howard is 10 miles east of Salida in the Big Horn Sheep Canyon along Highway 50.

ADDRESS: 7528 Highway 50, Howard, CO 81233

PHONE: 719-207-5194 or 888-808-0460 -- Call for current rates and availability, and to book your vacation, mention the Colorado Vacation Directory.

 

LODGING

  • Lodging Open Dates: All Year

Lodging Rates

  • Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $125 to $150
  • Weekly Lodging Rates On-Season: $400
  • Monthly Rates Available: Yes, call for details.

Accommodation Description

  • About Smoking: All non-smoking units. Smoking units available.
  • Motel/Hotel Rooms without Cooking Facilities: 6
  • Microwave and Mini Fridge Only: All units.
  • Adjoining rooms/units: Some units.
  • Units with King Beds: Some units.
  • Units with Queen Beds: Some units.

Technology In Units

  • TV Screen 32" or Larger: All units.
  • Internet Access in Units: All units.
  • Internet Access at No Additional Fee: Through Wi-Fi wireless.

CAMPING

  • Camping Open Dates: All Year
  • Along a Highway: Easy access for quick and convenient RVing along Interstate or State Highways.

Camping Rates

  • RV Camping Rates: Range from $40 to $43 a night for two people.
  • Additional Person Rate: Adult: $7. Kids free under the age of 5. Kids: $7.
  • Weekly RV Camping Rates On-Season: Range from $225.00 to $240.00 for two people.
  • Monthly RV Site Rates (Electricity Included) On-Season: Range from $800.00 to $1000.00 for two people.
  • Off-Season Monthly RV rates available call for information.

Site Description

  • RV Sites: 18
  • Separate Tenting Area: Yes
  • Total Sites: 18
  • Full Hookups: 17 sites with water, electric and sewer.
  • 50 Amp Hookups: 13 sites with 50 amp electrical service.
  • Long RV Sites 45+ Feet: 7 RV sites are 45 feet or longer.
  • RV Sites Wide Enough for Slideout(s): 13
  • Winterized Sites: 19
  • Hot Showers in Winter: Yes

FACILITIES

  • Elevation: 6800 feet above sea level.
  • Region: Salida - South Central, Colorado
  • Location: Away from Town, but close to a community convenience store and restaurant.
  • Setting: Mountain views. Country feel.
  • OPEN Campfires (individual use): Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • On-Property in Central Area for Guests to Use: Central Area for OPEN Campfires. (If no local fire bans are active.) Laundry Area (washers and dryers).
  • Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard. Discover Card. American Express.

Pet Policies

  • Pets in Lodging: Some pets are allowed in designated Pet Friendly rental units. When making a reservation, be sure to ask for one of these units. There may be a fee or a deposit. Make advance arrangements
  • Pets at Campground & RV Park: Pets are allowed at campsites for no additional cost. Well-behaved dogs or cats are allowed on a leash outdoors while their owners are on-site.

GROUPS REUNIONS AND WEDDINGS

  • Groups Welcome: Club. Reunion. Youth group with adult leaders.
  • Group Meeting Area: Outdoor area.
  • Central Area for OPEN Campfires: Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Outdoor Open Picnic Area: 25
  • Maximum # of Camping Sites with a Group: 50
  • Your Host will Cater or Arrange Meals with Advance Arrangements: Yes

FUN THINGS TO DO

    Primarily Year Round Activities

    • Designated Historic District, Site or Plaza: 20 minutes drive.
    • Museum: 20 minutes drive.
    • Hot Mineral Springs: 20 minutes drive.
    • Golf Course: 20 minutes drive.
    • Restaurant(s): 15 minutes drive.
    • Wine Tours OR Tasting: 30 minutes drive.

    Primarily Summer Activities

    • Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: Walking distance.
    • Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: 20 minutes drive.
    • Kayaking Rentals: 20 minutes drive.
    • Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): 15 minutes drive.
    • Jeep Rentals: 20 minutes drive. (off road, back country, 4WD, Jeep, or jeeping).
    • Jeep Tours: 20 minute drive (off road, back country, 4WD, Jeep, or jeeping).
    • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Rentals: 20 minute drive.
    • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Tours: 20 minute drive.
    • Tourist Train Rides: 40 minutes drive.
    • Mountain Bike Trails: 2 minutes drive to trailhead.
    • Bicycle Shop: 20 minutes drive.
    • Cowboy Supper & Show: 30 minutes drive.
    • Amusement Rides: 5 minutes drive.
    • Mini Golf: 25 minutes drive.

    Hunting

    • Hunting in Area: 15 minutes drive.
    • Colorado Hunting Units/Areas: 57, 58, 86, 691

    Winter Activities

    • Downhill/Snowboarding Ski Area: 40 minutes drive.
    • Cross Country Skiing Trails: 2 minutes drive to trailhead.
    • Ski/Snowboard Equipment Rentals: 20 minutes drive.
    • Snowshoe Trails: 2 minutes drive to trailhead.
    • Snowmobile Trails: 15 minutes drive to trailhead.
    • Snowmobile Rentals: 10 minutes drive.
    • Snowmobile Tours: 10 minutes drive.

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