Craig sits in the wide-open corner of northwest Colorado, where the Yampa River cuts through high desert and the surrounding units hold some of the best elk and deer hunting in the state. It’s a working town that runs on the outdoors: anglers float the Yampa, hunters stage for the fall seasons, and road-trippers pass through on US-40 between Steamboat Springs and Dinosaur National Monument.
Tunatua RV Resort opens August 1, 2026, about 2 miles west of downtown Craig on US-40, built as a basecamp for exactly this kind of trip. This guide covers RV camping in Craig: the location, the hunting and river access, and the day trips that make Craig more than a fuel stop.
Why Base in Craig
Prime Elk & Deer Country
Northwest Colorado is some of the most productive big-game country in the state, and Craig is its hub. The surrounding game management units draw elk and mule deer hunters every fall, and Tunatua is built to be the basecamp: park the rig, stage your gear, and head into the units at dawn. Check current Colorado Parks & Wildlife season dates and unit draws before you plan.
The Yampa River & Beyond
The Yampa runs minutes from the resort, with trout fishing and easy floating in the warmer months. Push a little farther and you’ve got Dinosaur National Monument to the west, Steamboat Springs and its hot springs to the east, and miles of public land in every direction.
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Tunatua RV Resort by RJourney: Basecamp for Adventure (Opening August 2026)
Tunatua RV Resort sits at 4175 W Hwy 40, about 2 miles and 5 minutes from downtown Craig, opening August 1, 2026. It’s set up as a welcoming, well-equipped basecamp for hunters, anglers, and road-trippers, minutes from the Yampa River in the heart of northwest Colorado’s hunting country. On-site you’ll find a club and meeting room, laundry, and restrooms with showers, with check-in at 3 PM and check-out at 11 AM. Call ahead near opening to confirm site types and availability.
Sites & Hookups
Tunatua is a new RV resort opening in August 2026, built as a basecamp on US-40 just west of Craig. It’s an easy in-and-out for big rigs off the highway: from the north or south, take CO-13 to Craig, turn onto US-40 west, and the entrance is about 2 miles down on the left. Site details and hookup configurations are being finalized as the park opens; call the office to confirm what fits your rig before you book.
What's On-Site
As a new build, Tunatua opens with the essentials a basecamp crowd actually uses: a club and meeting room for groups and hunting parties, laundry, and restrooms with showers. The pitch here isn’t a water park; it’s location, clean facilities, and quick access to the river and the hunting units. Golf carts and UTVs will be allowed with valid registration and insurance once requirements are posted.
Things to Do Around Craig
Fish or float the Yampa near town, or plan a permitted multi-day float through Dinosaur National Monument’s canyons. Elkhead Reservoir, about 15 minutes east, adds boating and bass and trout fishing.
Hunt the fall elk and deer seasons in the surrounding units, ride ATVs and UTVs on the area’s extensive trail network, and visit the Museum of Northwest Colorado in town for one of the best cowboy-and-firearms collections in the West.
Drive east on US-40 about 45 minutes to Steamboat Springs for hot springs, hiking, and downtown dining. Head west to Dinosaur National Monument for the quarry of dinosaur bones and the Green and Yampa River canyons.
Good to Know Before You Roll In
Tunatua opens August 1, 2026. Site types, hookups, and amenities are being finalized; call the office to confirm what fits your rig and what's available.
Fall elk and deer seasons are peak demand around Craig. Reserve as soon as booking opens, and check Colorado Parks & Wildlife for season dates and unit draws.
Craig is the last full-service town before the backcountry west toward Dinosaur. Top off fuel, propane, and groceries in town.
Multi-day floats through Dinosaur National Monument need a river permit. Apply well ahead; day stretches near Craig don't.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Tunatua RV Resort open?
Tunatua RV Resort opens August 1, 2026, at 4175 W Hwy 40, about 2 miles west of downtown Craig, Colorado. Call (970) 436-5011 to confirm booking availability and site types as opening approaches.
Is Craig a good base for hunting?
Yes. Northwest Colorado around Craig holds some of the state’s best elk and mule deer hunting, and Tunatua is built as a basecamp for staging into the surrounding units. Check Colorado Parks & Wildlife for season dates and unit draws.
What's the fishing like near Craig?
The Yampa River runs minutes from the resort with trout and warmwater fishing and easy summer floats. Elkhead Reservoir adds lake fishing nearby, and Dinosaur National Monument offers permitted multi-day float trips. A Colorado fishing license is required.
How far is Steamboat Springs from Craig?
About 45 minutes east on US-40. Craig makes a quieter, more affordable base for exploring Steamboat’s hot springs, hiking, and dining.
Is Tunatua RV Resort pet friendly?
Yes. Tunatua is pet friendly with designated pet areas. Keep pets leashed and clean up after them; service animals are welcome throughout.
Plan Your Northwest Colorado Trip
Tunatua opens August 2026 as a basecamp for hunting, fishing, and Yampa River days. Our team can help you line up a site once booking opens, especially for the fall seasons.
Check Availability at Tunatua RV Resort (970) 436-5011