Dirt lots, a few grassy patches, and a scattering of trees set the tone at Boulder County Fairgrounds, a county-managed campground sitting squarely inside Longmont's city limits. The layout is straightforward: one large organized area with drive-in access, electric and water hookups at most sites, and a bathhouse that reviewers consistently describe as clean and well-maintained. No sewer connections are available on-site, but a dump station is included in the nightly fee.
The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, which cuts against the reservation bottlenecks common elsewhere along the Front Range. Sites fill quickly on summer weekends, and calling ahead the morning of arrival is worth the effort. A 14-day annual stay limit applies, so this is not a long-term base. Water is shut off in winter, and bathrooms may be closed during colder months, though electric hookups remain accessible. As Mary L. puts it, the bathhouse is "minimal but clean & maintained."
The campground's urban location is one of its most practical features. Grocery stores, restaurants, and other services are within walking distance. Bike trails connect directly to the grounds, giving cyclists immediate access to the broader trail network without loading up a vehicle. Fishing, hiking, and equestrian trails are also reachable from the property. The fairgrounds host events on weekends, which can affect the noise level and available space. Campers with larger rigs should know that sites accommodate up to 40 feet, though some reviewers with fifth wheels in the 38-foot range found the spots tight.
Pricing has shifted over time and now sits at $35 per night with hookups, which a recent reviewer flagged as high given that water service is currently unavailable. Those looking for campgrounds around Longmont will find options ranging from urban stopovers to more rural setups. Nearby alternatives include Countrywood Inn & RV Park a few miles northeast for a different style of stay.
The Boulder County Fairgrounds campground works best as a convenient overnight stop for travelers who want hookups, walkable amenities, and a no-reservation system in a well-serviced Colorado town.
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Map & DirectionsBoulder County Fairgrounds is located in Colorado near Longmont
Address
9595 Nelson Rd
Longmont, CO 80501
Coordinates
40.15422198 N
105.12622175 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 31 usersLast on 9/7/26
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- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 9/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 11 min from Boulder, CO
- 37 min from Greeley, CO
- 37 min from Denver, CO
- 39 min from Fort Collins, CO













