Volunteer Campground Host
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Position: Volunteer Campground HostCompany: Forest Service / North Crestone Creek CampgroundLocation: Monte Vista, COJob Type: Part TimeView the full listing and apply at KamperJobs.com.
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Work camping in Colorado — common questions
What's the typical work-camping season in Colorado?
Colorado runs two distinct seasons. Summer positions (May through October) cluster around mountain campgrounds, dude ranches, and Rocky Mountain National Park gateway communities — high-altitude operations open as soon as snow clears, which varies year-to-year. Winter positions (November through April) cover ski resorts, snowbird-leaning destinations on the Western Slope, and lower-elevation operations near Pueblo and Grand Junction. Apply early for either — Colorado is one of the most competitive markets for mountain summer work.
What pay range should I expect for camp jobs in Colorado?
Pay rates for Colorado work-camping positions cluster between $18.00/hour and $32.00/hour for most positions, based on listings currently in our database. Camp host roles that include a free RV site typically pay at the lower end. Maintenance, front-desk lead, and activities-coordinator positions pay at the higher end. Some volunteer state-park host positions trade work hours for a free full-hookup site instead of a paycheck — the site itself is often worth $600-$1,500/month in equivalent value.
Do Colorado campgrounds typically provide an RV site?
Colorado state park hosts get a full-hookup site with water, sewer, and electric. Ski-resort housing-included positions usually come with a bunk in shared staff dorms rather than an RV site. Some mountain ranches and high-country campgrounds have RV pads but no sewer (you'll use a dump station). Altitude is a real factor — health conditions worth considering when choosing a high-elevation assignment.
Which Colorado state parks hire work campers?
Yes — Colorado Parks and Wildlife runs an extensive host program with 4,000-6,000 volunteers per year. Hosts receive a full hook-up campsite (water, sewer, electric), volunteer appreciation events, and a free State Parks pass after 48 hours of service. Apply or browse openings at cpwconnect.state.co.us. Pets are welcome, and pairs / individuals / families with children can all apply.