How much does camping cost at Cherry Creek Campground?

Camping fees at Cherry Creek Campground are From $11/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Book online to see exact pricing for your dates.

Is Cherry Creek Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Cherry Creek Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Cherry Creek Campground before I book?

Yes! Cherry Creek Campground has 9 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve.

What is the best time to visit Cherry Creek Campground?

Cherry Creek Campground is open Open year-round; winter camping is limited to the Abilene Loop and some services (e.g., dump station) are closed in winter.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Cherry Creek Campground?

Yes, Cherry Creek Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Is there cell service at Cherry Creek Campground?

Cell phone service at Cherry Creek Campground is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

Are dogs allowed at Cherry Creek Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Cherry Creek Campground. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Cherry Creek Campground?

Cherry Creek Campground offers: Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Cherry Creek Campground?

Popular activities at Cherry Creek Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Cherry Creek Campground

4.29

115 reviews

Top 19% in COFall

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Quick Facts

5,627 ft

Price

From $11/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

Full HookupsShowers

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Quick Facts

5,627 ft

Price

From $11/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

Full HookupsShowers

Book on Colorado State Parks Official Website

Get Directions

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Cherry Creek Campground

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Weather at Cherry Creek Campground

Best Time to Camp at Cherry Creek Campground

Spring through fall are the most popular seasons; fall is frequently recommended. The campground is open year-round but winter camping is limited to specific loops (Abilene Loop) and some amenities are reduced in winter.

Best

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.5 / 5

Top 19% in CO

Fall is frequently recommended by reviewers; pleasant weather and scenery noted.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Open year-round; winter camping is limited to the Abilene Loop and some services (e.g., dump station) are closed in winter.

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About Cherry Creek Campground

Cherry Creek Campground sits on Cherry Creek State Park's 880-acre reservoir amid rolling prairie hills just outside the Denver–Aurora metro area. It is an urban-adjacent, heavily used campground offering a mix of lake recreation, paved trails, and RV-friendly sites with utilities reported at many sites.

The campground offers electric and full-hookup sites and is RV-friendly; tent camping is present. Winter camping is limited to the Abilene Loop.

Historical Significance

Primarily a regional recreation area serving the Denver–Aurora metro; sources reviewed do not emphasize major historical landmarks or cultural sites at the campground.

Weather and SeasonsSpring through fall are the most popular seasons; fall is frequently recommended. The campground is open year-round but winter camping is limited to specific loops (Abilene Loop) and some amenities are reduced in winter.

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Natural Features and SceneryCentered on an 880-acre reservoir, the park features open prairie hills, grasslands, cottonwood stands and marshy shoreline corridors. Trails and campsites often provide water-and-sky views around the lake and habitat for waterfowl and other birds.

Geological RegionRolling prairie hills / High Plains prairie surrounding an 880-acre reservoir

Scenic ViewsExpansive reservoir views, open prairie and marsh/cottonwood-lined trail corridors; many trails offer lake and horizon vistas.

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsColorado Parks & Wildlife (UseDirect reservation system)

Best CampsitesSites away from tall trees on the south side tend to have better satellite reception. Level, paved or thick-gravel pull-through and full-hookup sites are recommended for larger RVs; Abilene Loop is the designated option for winter camping.

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Amenities available

Campground facilities include restrooms and showers, reported laundry, potable water, electric and full-hookup sites, a dump station (seasonal closures in winter), marina, visitor/campground office and self-service kiosk, amphitheater, and a fenced off-leash dog area. Wi‑Fi is reported as not offered.

Showers

Potable water

Electricity hookups

Water hookups

Sewer hookups

Dump station

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Things to do at Cherry Creek Campground

Recreation centers on the 880-acre reservoir and an extensive multiuse trail network, offering boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing, plus amphitheater programs and a marina.

Hiking4.0/5

CPW lists ~35 miles multiuse trails and ~15 miles paved trails around the reservoir.

Swimming4.0/5Top 8% in Colorado

Biking4.0/5Top 18% in Colorado

Extensive paved and multiuse trail network (about 15 paved miles) popular for biking.

Boating4.0/5

Marina and boating opportunities on the 880-acre reservoir are explicitly listed and praised.

Fishing3.5/5

Wildlife viewing3.5/5

Marshy shoreline, cottonwoods and open water provide habitat for waterfowl and birding.

Signature experiences

Photography4.0/5Water-and-sky vistas, marsh edges and birdlife provide good photo opportunities.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSeasonal flooding has occurred and can affect access and facilities. Noise from the nearby highway is noted by visitors. Satellite reception may be limited in heavily treed areas; typical outdoor-wildlife precautions apply (deer, coyotes, various birds).

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4.3

115 reviews

Satisfactory

Cherry Creek Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors praise the large reservoir setting, extensive paved trail system, clean restrooms/showers, roomy level sites for RVs, marina and beach access, and a popular dog off-leash area; proximity to Denver/Aurora is a frequent plus.

Review Summaries

Based on 115 reviews

What Campers Love

Reservoir views and beach; extensive paved and multiuse trails for hiking and biking; marina and boating opportunities; well-maintained sites with paved/level pads and full-hookup options; clean...

Based on 115 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve well in advance, especially in peak season; choose full-hookup or pull-through sites for larger rigs; avoid heavily treed south-side sites if you need satellite reception; bring an annual...

Based on 115 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Excellent state park right in the Denver Colorado suburbs. A little something there for everyone.” — Google review; “Clean bathroom, nice trails.” — Google review

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RVers and trail users do well here, especially if you want full hookups, clean showers, the dog off-leash area, and quick access to the beach, marina, and about 35 miles of multiuse trails.

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Quiet backcountry feel isn’t here. Sites can be close together, highway noise reaches some loops, Wi-Fi is absent, and winter camping is mostly limited to Abilene Loop with the dump station closed.

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Cherry Creek State Park

4201 S Parker Rd, Aurora, Colorado, 80104, United States

Cherry Creek State Park sits 15 minutes from downtown Denver, offering 125 campsites along an 880-acre reservoir at 5,597 feet elevation. Sites range from tent spots to full-hookup RV sites ($28-$41/night), with well-maintained facilities including showers, laundry, and a camp store. The park charges an $11/day vehicle entrance fee on top of camping fees. Highway noise from nearby roads carries into the campground, though spacious sites (some loops have 40 yards between neighbors) and cottonwood shade soften the urban proximity.