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Staunton State Park
Pine, CO
49 min drive from Denver
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Hiking Near Denver
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About Hiking Near Denver
Denver's position at the edge of the Rocky Mountains creates an unmatched staging ground for hiking campers. Within 90 minutes of the city, you'll find campgrounds that serve as basecamp for trails ranging from foothill grasslands to alpine cirques above treeline.
Best Time
Late May through September offers the most reliable trail access across all elevation zones near Denver, though each season brings distinct hiking advantages. Summer (June-August) opens high-altitude trails at Guanella Pass and Kenosha Pass, where wildflower displays peak in July and early August.
Destination Highlights
- 12+ hiking campgrounds within 80 miles
- Near Denver, Colorado
- Options for every camping style
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Elevation affects everything when hiking from Denver-area campgrounds—start your trip hydrated and allow time to acclimate if you're camping above 9,000 feet at places like Kenosha Pass or Guanella Pass.
- 2Weather changes rapidly with altitude; the dramatic elevation changes at Cheyenne Mountain State Park can mean rain below and snow above on the same day, so pack layers regardless of the forecast.
- 3Wildlife is active throughout these campgrounds—moose frequent Camp Dick and Peaceful Valley along Middle Saint Vrain Creek, elk move through Peak One and Heaton Bay, and bighorn sheep use rocky outcrops above several locations.
- 4Store food properly and give animals space.
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Staunton State Park2
Cheyenne Mountain State Park3
Peaceful Valley4
Guanella Pass5
Chatfield State Park6
Heaton Bay7
Pinewood Reservoir8
Peak One9
Golden Gate Canyon State Park10
Kenosha Pass Campground11
Horsetooth Mountain Open Space Backcountry12
Camp DickHiking Near Denver FAQ
There are 12+ campgrounds offering hiking within 80 miles of Denver, Colorado. 12 accept online reservations.
Fees for hiking campgrounds near Denver range from $9 to $56/night. Prices vary by site type and season.
It depends on the campground. 12 hiking campgrounds near Denver accept online reservations. During peak season, popular sites fill quickly. Set up Outdoorithm alerts to catch cancellations.
10 of the 12 hiking campgrounds near Denver are pet-friendly. Dogs must typically be leashed. Check individual campground policies for restrictions.
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