Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park

Stonewall, Colorado, is in the south central part of the state and is one of the more interesting small towns you'll come across while out exploring our great state. The town sits near a rock wall that rises 250 feet into the air. The wall is part of the Dakota Sandstone formation.

Stonewall is also just under ten minutes from Monument Lake.

If you're in the area you'll want to be sure to visit Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park - a place of business that's just as unique as the town itself.

A long-time favorite among locals and visitors, the Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park is THE place to be when you're in the area. The store carries basic groceries plus t-shirts, sweatshirts, and one-of-a-kind souvenirs.

THE STORE

One section of the store is dedicated to fishing tackle and supplies. The store also offers fishing and hunting licenses as well as wildlife habitat stamps. You can also pick up lottery tickets at the Stonewall Shopping Bag, as well as firewood and propane.

Oh, and the store is also the town's official "WiFi Hot Spot." Anywhere on the property you'll have access to high-speed wireless internet.

The staff at the Stonewall Shopping Bag are proud of the fact that they stock a little bit of everything. They have an automotive section for antifreeze, oil, transmission fluid, etc. The RV section has fittings, sewer and water hoses, RV antifreeze, RV toilet paper, you name it.

Here you can find toothbrushes, shampoo, Kleenex, sunscreen, and even sewing kits!

The fishing section has poles and tackle that complement the local lakes and streams. Need a plug for your boat? You're in luck! Stonewall Shopping Bag probably has it.

Did I forget to mention that the liquor store is also well-stocked with beer, wine and spirits? Well, it is.

GET YOUR GRUB ON

There's even a restaurant! Oh, yeah.

Breakfast is served until 11 a.m. and menu items range from standard fare to their "green chili chicken fried steak." Oh, and the Stonewall Breakfast Burrito is served all day.

The lunch menu consists of a tasty selection of burgers and sandwiches - including your basic beef but also featuring delicious elk burgers!

At dinner time, you can stick with a burger or sandwich, OR you can go with a trout dinner, complete with potatoes of your choice; a vegetable; Texas Toast; and a salad! How's that for a fine Colorado meal? They also have a pork chop dinner, chicken strips, ham steak ... all kinds of yummy choices!

THE RV PARK AND CABIN

Have we talked about the RV Park yet?

All nine sites have been recently renovated and they all feature full 50 amp service with new sewer lines leading to a new septic tank and leach field.

The new electric pedestals feature plug-ins for 50 amp, 30 amp and 110 volt.

Satellite TV (DirecTV) and CenturyTel telephone jacks are also on each pedestal at each site.

They can easily handle the biggest of rigs! All sites are back-in. And of course, all sites come with access to high-speed wireless internet.

A cabin is also available for rent on site. It comes with a kitchen featuring side by side refrigerator, oven and cook top, microwave, pots, pans, silverware, dishes, and a coffee pot. The cabin has a master bedroom on the main level with two twin beds. A huge upstairs loft comes with three full-sized beds. Plenty of room for sleeping bags or air mattresses, too. The cabin also includes one full bathroom, a living room with sectional couch and love seat, and a TV (DirecTV) and radio. There's also a washer and dryer!

THINGS TO DO

There are plenty of things to do in the surrounding area. If you're into hunting and/or fishing, you're set! But there's plenty of site-seeing to get in, also. Monument Lake is nestled among the pines and it's a beauty to behold. It is a favorite among local fishermen. The lake has pedal boats and is stocked with brown and rainbow trout, kokanee salmon, and splake.

Stonewall is located at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at an elevation of about 8,000 feet. It was first populated in the 1860's by Hispanic settlers from the Mora, New Mexico, area. One of the first settlers in Stonewall was named James Stoner, and it has been said the Dakota Wall that dominates the landscape was originally known as "Stoner's Wall." It has long been a favored retreat, known for its quiet, Alpine beauty.

READY TO GO?

You ready to go? I know I am! Make your plans now for a wonderful vacation that includes a stay at the Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park. You won't regret it!

The shop now carries a selection of our Colorado Caliber apparel. Look for our Wildlife flag design in men's and women's t-shirts!

Visit the Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park website by clicking here. Or call them at 718-868-2255 for more information or to make a reservation.

Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park is located at 6689 State Highway 12.

We are very happy to welcome Stonewall Shopping Bag & RV Park to the Colorado Caliber family!

Tomichi Creek Trading Post

We've been itching to tell you about Tomichi Creek Trading Post for weeks! The season is now underway, and everything is ready for the annual onslaught of summer visitors. Be sure this gem of a destination is on  your Colorado itinerary this year!

I'm spending this week traveling across the state, visiting many of our retail partners. The one thing that continues to be evident is that the "destination" isn't necessarily always the only thing that matters. In most cases, the people you interact with once you get to that destination is what you'll remember the longest.

A bad customer service experience will leave a black mark on the whole vacation, even if you had fun. But a wonderful customer service experience can elevate even a mediocre vacation. Well, with Tomichi Creek you get the very best of both worlds!

Not only is this a world-class destination for adventure, you'll leave Tomichi Creek thinking to yourself that the owners and their staff are some of the most incredible people in the world. They are dedicated to making sure you have the experience of a lifetime!

That's been true with all of our retail partners as I've met with them this week. Whether it's the friendly, accommodating folks at Platte River Outfitters in Bailey; the outgoing crew at Hi-Rocky in Buena Vista; or the hospitable staff at Blue Creek Lodge in South Fork ... it really is the people that make the experience.

It's no different at Tomichi Creek Trading Post.

Tomichi Creek Trading Post is located in Sargents, Colorado, in Saguache County and is your off-roading and hunting headquarters.

Located at an elevation of 8,478 feet, Tomichi Creek Trading Post is located right off the Continental Divide and is home to excellent wildlife, photography, single track dirt biking, atv/utving, hiking, snow skiing, snowmobiling, snow shoeing, and any other outdoor adventure you can think of!

Onsite accommodations include 6 cabins (and 2 teepee's!). The Trading Post also has an RV park with full hookups. So bring your RV, 5th Wheel, or any camper you want to stay in to enjoy the outdoor adventure you seek.

There's also a restaurant and bar that will keep you coming back for more after a hard day of adventuring. The burgers are excellent and there's even an off-menu local favorite every Friday night.

Tomichi Creek Trading Post carries our Colorado Caliber CAMPING design in toddler and adult t-shirt sizes.

The trading post is located at 71420 US Highway 50 in Sargents, Colorado. Visit their website by clicking here. Or give them a call at 970-641-0674.

Wrought'n Apples in Parker, Colorado

Join us in welcoming Wrought'n Apples to the Colorado Caliber family!

This unique gift store now carries our Wildlife, Camping and 2nd Amendment t-shirts and we couldn't be happier to welcome them aboard.

The boutique was established in 2007 and is dedicated to supporting local vendors. Wrought'n Apples is unique because vendors not only supply items but also work in the store!

Often cited as the best gift store in Colorado, Wrought'n Apples won the 2014 Denver 7 A-List award in that category. It's truly a one-of-a-kind shopping experience!

Wrought'n Apples is located at 10510 Dransfeldt Roard in Parker (across from the Parker Field House).  The boutique is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Visit the Wrought'n Apples website by clicking here. Call the store at 303-805-7055 for more information.

Only In Colorado!

We're excited to announce that Colorado Caliber apparel is now available at the Only In Colorado store on Denver's 16th Street Mall!

The store is a Denver institution and a very popular tourist destination. Only In Colorado offers a vast array of t-shirts and other Colorado-themed apparel; as well as a dizzying selection of other Colorado-themed souvenirs.

It's an honor to have our Colorado Caliber camping and wildlife t-shirts available at the store.

The 16th Street Mall is a mile-long, pedestrian friendly mall packed with shopping, restaurants and attractions. Designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, the pedestrian promenade is made of red, white and gray granite in a repeating pattern that, seen from above, resembles the skin of a Diamondback rattlesnake.

Free electric shuttle buses travel up and down the mall, stopping on every corner. Hop on and off! The free shuttles come every few minutes and make everything downtown easy to reach.

Only In Colorado is located at 601 16th Street in Denver. Call them at 303-623-0193 for more information!

Elk Creek Campground in Grand Lake

We are happy to announce that Elk Creek Campground in Grand Lake now carries Colorado Caliber apparel in their gift shop!

Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Elk Creek Campground is a place for all to enjoy ... including the moose!

The campground is located one mile from the beautiful town of Grand Lake, and one mile from the west entrance of the Rocky Mountain National Park. Elk Creek Campground offers something for everyone - from hiking and mountain biking to a day at the Grand Lake beach and touring through the local shops.

The campground is a quiet, relaxing place to spend some time in nature away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The owners, Donald and Rebecca, share their love for the campground and for the town of Grand Lake with every visitor that steps through their doors. The campground is family owned and operated and if you ask any of the regulars they will tell you, the owners go above and beyond to make the experience wonderful.

The campground has 50 RV sites, 14 camper cabins, 14 tent sites, and 1 tepee!

Elk Creek Campground carries the Colorado Caliber CAMPING t-shirts.

The campground is located at 143 County Road 48 in Grand Lake. To make reservations call 970-627-8502. Visit their website by clicking here. You can also email Donald and Rebecca at info@elkcreekcamp.com for more information.

We are proud to welcome Elk Creek Campground as part of the Colorado Caliber family!

Exploring Rifle Falls State Park

We're in Rifle this week for the Rifle Rendezvous. During some spare time Thursday afternoon, a visit to Rifle Falls State Park seemed like just the thing!

The park's lush vegetation and waterfalls have attracted photographers and movie crews from around the country who come to capture the area's unique scenery.

A short trail takes you from the base of Rifle Falls to the top. The view is extraordinary.

As early as 1884, Rifle Falls has been a tourist attraction. When James Watson created the Rifle Falls Ranch, he charged admission for viewing the caves and waterfalls on the property. From 1890 until 1922, Allan Zerbe operated the Zerbe Resort, which offered cabins for overnight tourists.

In 1919 the town of Rifle built the Rifle Hydroelectric Plant. This plant was one of the first hydroelectric power stations in Colorado. From 1908 until 1959 the falls were a source of hydroelectric power for the town of Rifle. Public Service Company bought the plant in 1915 and operated it until 1952.

Once Rifle Falls became a state park in 1966, recreation was the focal point again. Rifle Falls State Park is the closest you'll get to the tropics in Colorado. The falls is a lush area of trees and greenery kept moist by the spray of the cascading triple waterfall.

Another beautiful view from above Rifle Falls.

Picnicking near the falls is very popular. Mysterious limestone caves beneath the falls entice spelunkers and other curious visitors to explore their dark depths. Because of its dramatic setting, many weddings and events have been held at Rifle Falls.

Rifle Falls State Park has 13 drive-in and seven walk-in campsites that sit to the south along East Rifle Creek. In 1998, the park underwent a facelift: new pavement, picnic tables, interpretive signs and increased handicapped access. "Roughing it" is a little easier with electricity at many campsites. 

You can find more information about the park by clicking here.

In the meantime, enjoy our photos from today!

Geology buffs will have a field day at Rifle Falls State Park!

Limestone caves dot the area around the falls.

Royal View Campground in Canon City, CO

We're delighted that Royal View Campground in Canon City is now carrying our Colorado Caliber apparel in their gift shop.

The shop carries our Camping, Wildlife, and 2nd Amendment designs.

There is nothing quite like an RV vacation to help you relax, spend quality time with family or friends while allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the natural world around you.

Located just eight miles west of Canon City and one mile west of the Royal Gorge Park entrance, the 50-acre Royal View Campground provides guests with some of the best views available, combined with tranquility and peace.

The views of the Royal Gorge region and the Rocky Mountains are absolutely stunning and can be appreciated from all areas of the campground.

As if the scenery wasn't enough, the campground also offers guests incredible facilities. When on an RV vacation, you want to have all of the luxuries of home without any of the associated hassles - as well as a few added extras. This is exactly what Royal View Campground offers!

Our mascot enjoys some quiet time on the porch at Royal View Campground.

PLENTY OF SPACE

All of the gravel sites are spacious and flat, and include water, electric, sewer and WiFi (WiFi is ALWAYS free!). The staff at Royal View believes

that everyone should have their own space to enjoy themselves and make the most of their vacation. Many other sites stack the RV's as close as possible to maximize their income from the available space.

This is your vacation, though, and the Royal View staff wants to help you make the most of it!

For ease of access, their top rates (Top 100 in the nation) RV park has level pull-through RV sites with 30 and 50 amp full hook-up service available. The campground also offers a choice of sites ranging from Standard, Premium and up to the most spacious Executive. The Executive sites expand your views and afford the largest sites.

Royal View also offers Camping Cabins, secluded tent sites, and the area's largest heated swimming pool. Other recreational activities are available on site and nearby, offering a variety of ways for you and your family to enjoy your summer vacation.

HIGH STANDARDS

Royal View's restrooms are all modern and spotlessly clean. Another luxury guests are offered is a high-quality laundry room. Your Royal Gorge vacation may involve horseback riding, white water rafting, fishing or hiking ... so chances are you will want to wash some of your clothes!

Nearby, the Royal Gorge offers the world's highest suspension bridge, the spectacular gorge itself, rock climbing, zip lining, and white water rafting on the Arkansas River. Just a short ride away is the historic mining town of Cripple Creek. Reserve a seat with Colorado Jeep Tours for either a half or full day of adventure in some of Colorado's backcountry. Royal View Campground offers discount tickets and they also have coupons for the Colorado Jeep Tours, white water rafting, zip line tours, horseback rides, and Segway rides.

Royal View Campground is located at 43590 US Highway 50 in Canon City. It's a wonderful place to get away from it all, whether you're visiting Colorado from out-of-state, or you live in Denver and just want a weekend escape from the traffic.

Call for more information or reservations. The number is 719-275-1900.

Or visit the campground's website by clicking here.

We truly appreciate Royal View Campground's support of Colorado Caliber!

Royal View Campground is a Good Sam member.