Facility Overview
MPH RV Park is an open-air vehicle parking and campground facility situated at 18055 County Road G in Ordway, Colorado (Crowley County). Spanning a broad, flat, gravel-and-dirt footprint on the eastern plains of Colorado, this facility provides spacious outdoor parking bays tailored to accommodate standard passenger cars, full-size pickup trucks, heavy-duty hauling rigs, high-roof conversion vans, and oversized recreational vehicles including fifth wheels, travel trailers, and Class A, B, and C motorhomes. Because the grounds are completely open-sky with no low-hanging canopies, multi-story decks, or tight vertical clearances, drivers with high antennas, rooftop air conditioning units, or elevated cargo racks can navigate and park without clearance concerns.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Conveniently set just off regional routes in the Arkansas Valley, MPH RV Park provides a tranquil, rural stopover for travelers passing through southeastern Colorado or working locally in Crowley County. Key regional highlights and points of interest include:
- Downtown Ordway (approx. 5 minutes / 3 miles): The county seat of Crowley County, offering hometown cafes, local grocery supplies, banking, and essential community services.
- Lake Meredith Reservoir (approx. 10 minutes east): A major regional recreation destination popular for seasonal fishing, boating, kayaking, and waterfowl watching.
- Lake Henry (approx. 8 minutes northeast): Another favored local reservoir for angling, camping excursions, and quiet shoreline strolls.
- Crowley County Heritage Center (approx. 10 minutes west in Crowley): A local historic museum and community hub showcasing the rich agricultural and railroad history of the lower Arkansas River Valley.
- Rocky Ford (approx. 20 minutes south via CO-71): World-renowned for its sweet cantaloupes and watermelons, offering seasonal farm stands, diners, and rail transport links along US-50.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are straightforward and configured for extra-long vehicle wheelbases. The facility connects directly to County Road G with quick, direct transit to Colorado State Highway 71 (running north-south toward Limon and Rocky Ford) and Colorado State Highway 96 (running east-west across southern Colorado between Pueblo and the Kansas border). Wide gravel access lanes and generous turning radii allow long combinations—such as pickup trucks pulling boat trailers, livestock trailers, or multi-slide campers—to maneuver easily without complex turning maneuvers. While there is no urban commuter rail or subway service in this rural region, the park offers unobstructed highway connectivity for regional road-trippers and highway transit.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Level gravel pads suitable for oversized RVs, campers, work trucks, and personal passenger vehicles.
- Unrestricted Headroom: Zero vertical overhead clearance barriers, making it ideal for tall equipment, high-profile camper shells, and commercial vans.
- Utility Connections: Electrical hookups and on-site utility access available for registered camping and staging guests.
- Drive-Through & Back-In Configurations: Designed to accommodate easy vehicle maneuvering and hassle-free departure.
- Rural Tranquility & Low Congestion: Stress-free vehicular access without the delays, tight spaces, or paid meters typical of urban parking garages.
Ideal For
- RV Travelers & Campers: Cross-country road-trippers navigating Colorado Highway 96 or Highway 71 seeking a safe, overnight pull-off.
- Anglers & Water Enthusiasts: Visitors trailering boats, watercraft, and gear destined for Lake Meredith or Lake Henry.
- Contractors & Agricultural Workers: Traveling crews needing reliable, secure outdoor parking space for work trucks, trailers, and utility vehicles.
- Visiting Friends & Relatives: Out-of-town guests visiting Ordway, Sugar City, Olney Springs, or Crowley.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Because the park is located in an open prairie environment, drivers should be mindful of regional weather conditions, including gusty winds along the plains and muddy perimeters after heavy rain or snowmelt. Advance reservation or contact with the park office is strongly recommended, especially during peak summer travel periods and lake fishing seasons, to guarantee an assigned stall with proper electrical service. For late arrivals, ensure high-beam headlights or auxiliary lights are operational, as rural lighting is minimal away from the main office.