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Staunton State Park
Pine, CO
Closest to Denver at just 26.7 miles with excellent 4.68 rating, offering hiking, fishing, and tent camping in a state park setting that's perfect for Denver residents seeking a quick escape.
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Meadows Group Campground
PSICC
Buffalo Creek, CO
Buffalo Creek, CO
Only 33.1 miles from Denver with great 4.67 rating and full range of activities including both tent and RV camping, making it ideal for diverse camping preferences.
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Rainbow Lakes Campground
Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
Nederland, CO
Nederland, CO
Just 35.9 miles away with strong 4.70 rating and 130 reviews, offering scenic alpine camping with hiking and tent camping in the beautiful Roosevelt National Forest.
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Staunton State Park2
Meadows Group Campground3
Rainbow Lakes Campground4
Peaceful Valley5
Guanella Pass6
Lost Park7
Aspen (Co)8
Pulver Mountain Group Site9
Windy Point Group (Co)10
The Crags11
Columbine Landing Recreation Site12
Stove Prairie13
Narrows (Co)14
Camp Hale Memorial15
Pines Campground16
West Lake17
Tunnel Campground18
Dowdy Lake19
Printer Boy20
Molly BrownAbout This Destination
Denver, Colorado (80-mile recreation radius) camping offers unparalleled access to some of the most diverse and spectacular mountain landscapes in North America. From the Mile High City, campers can reach everything from lakefront state parks to high-alpine campgrounds in Rocky Mountain National Park within just an hour's drive.
Best Time
June through September offers the best camping conditions, with July and August providing full access to high-elevation campgrounds and scenic mountain roads like Trail Ridge Road and Mount Evans Scenic Byway. Late September brings spectacular aspen color displays throughout the foothills and montane zones.
Destination Highlights
- 20+ campgrounds within 80 miles
- Located in Colorado
- Options for every camping style
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Book popular campgrounds like those in Rocky Mountain National Park 2-6 months in advance for summer weekends.
- 2Start high-elevation hikes before 9 AM to avoid afternoon thunderstorms and crowds at trailheads.
- 3Bring layers as temperatures can vary dramatically between Denver and mountain campsites - it may be 80°F in the city and 40°F at your campground.
- 4Always secure food in bear-proof containers or lockers, as black bears are active throughout the region.
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There are 20+ campgrounds within 80 miles of Denver, Colorado. 16 accept online reservations and 4 are first-come, first-served.
Camping fees near Denver range from free to $315/night. 1 campground in the area is free (typically dispersed or primitive sites). Most developed campgrounds charge $10–$315/night depending on amenities and season.
It depends on the campground. 16 campgrounds near Denver accept online reservations. 4 are first-come, first-served. During peak season, reservable campgrounds fill quickly — use Outdoorithm alerts to catch cancellations.
Based on camper reviews, the top-rated campgrounds near Denver include Camp Hale Memorial, Staunton State Park, Dowdy Lake. These campgrounds consistently receive high ratings for their facilities, location, and overall camping experience.
16 of the 20 campgrounds near Denver are pet-friendly. Dogs must typically be on a leash (6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Check individual campground policies for breed or size restrictions.
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