Backed up against a sandstone ridge at the edge of Golden for places to camp near Golden, Dakota Ridge RV Park sits where the foothills meet the highway interchange of CR-6, I-70, and US-40. That location cuts both ways. Within minutes, campers can reach Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Coors Brewery, and downtown Denver via light rail from the nearby Government Center station. Road noise is part of the deal, and so is the biker bar directly across the street, which hosts live music Thursday through Saturday, typically wrapping up around 10 p.m.
Sites are paved concrete slabs, which keeps dust down and makes leveling straightforward for most rigs. The park accommodates RVs up to 70 feet with full hookups, and multiple reviewers confirm that power, water, and sewer connections work reliably. Sites are close together, and the park fills quickly in warmer months, so reservations matter. Shade is limited across most of the property, which becomes a real factor on hot afternoons. The WiFi consistently tests slow, around 2 Mbps down, but Verizon and AT&T both report three or more bars of 5G coverage throughout the park, which has kept remote workers functional.
The ridge behind the campground is the standout feature on the natural side. Trails connect directly from the property, giving campers access to several miles of hiking and mountain biking terrain, including an easy route to Stegosaurus Ridge. Gordon D. notes it's "easy to get to even more trails and lots of hiking options." A small pool is on site, though the hot tub has been out of service during some stays. Propane is available on the premises, and charcoal grills are not permitted.
Nearby alternatives include Golden Terrace South just to the north and Jefferson County Fairgrounds a short drive east. Rates at Dakota Ridge run higher than some comparable parks, and the cancellation policy is nonrefundable, so confirm your dates before booking. If the biker bar noise is a concern, ask for a site toward the back of the property when reserving.
Description
Situated between the mountains of Summit County and the bustling excitement of Denver. 141 full-service and premium sites available year round are level and paved. Pull-through and back-in sites are both available.
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Map & DirectionsDakota Ridge RV Park is located in Colorado near Golden
Directions
Dakota Ridge RV Resort is conveniently located in Golden – the gateway to both Denver and the beautiful Rocky Mountains. With easy access to I-70, Dakota Ridge RV Resort enables you to enjoy adventurous mountain daytrips or culture-filled city visits.
Address
17800 W Colfax Ave
Golden, CO 80401
Coordinates
39.71908014 N
105.20122 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 9/17/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 32 usersLast on 9/17/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 9/17/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 9/17/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 32 usersLast on 9/17/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 9/17/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 20 min from Denver, CO
- 29 min from Boulder, CO
- 1 hr 1 min from Greeley, CO
- 1 hr 5 min from Fort Collins, CO

































