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Drake Campground

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Drake Campground, near Drake, Colorado, is a charming spot that offers a mix of relaxation and outdoor adventure. With sites that overlook the river, it’s a peaceful place to unwind and soak in the natural beauty surrounding you.

This campground has some solid amenities, including picnic tables and fire rings at each site, perfect for evening gatherings. Visitors have enjoyed the clean facilities, including showers and toilets, which make camping a bit more comfortable. One happy camper mentioned, “Loved this campground! My boyfriend and I stayed here one night and our site was overlooking the river. It was so calm and peaceful.”

For those who want to explore, the area around Drake Campground is ripe for adventure. You can hike nearby trails or just enjoy the serene sounds of the river flowing by. While the campground has its quirks, like some mixed reviews on pricing and communication, many campers appreciate the family-friendly vibe and the chance to connect with nature.

If you’re looking for a spot to kick back and enjoy the great outdoors, Drake Campground is worth considering for your next getaway.

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Location

Drake Campground is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Address

1601 Hwy. 34
Drake, CO 80515

Coordinates

40.43326868 N
105.3397894 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 16, 2021

Drakes Campground

Loved this campground! My boyfriend and I stayed here one night and our site was overlooking the river. It was so calm and peaceful. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was the price it is $40 but no electricity or showers.

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  • Review photo of Drake Campground by Jenna A., July 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Drake Campground by Jenna A., July 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Drake Campground by Jenna A., July 16, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 5, 2019

Property Has Potential But Lacks Solid Response When Inquiring

This campground is a bit of a mystery.    If you call ahead you are often quoted one price only to arrive and be told another.   Not sure why this is the case.    I was passing through the area and wanted to check it out, drove in and went to the area which was noted to be the “office” but did not have any luck actually speaking to a person.     There were some people at the camp who were staying there and they said the host would be returning later.   

I spent a few moments driving through the camp and checking out the location noticing they had recently made improvements to the playground and also the bathrooms.    The bath house is a small building but provides all the needs you could require when staying.   There is also fresh water at this site.   

I noticed that the sites I would be most interested in were right by the water, a gentle flowing area of the river which looked serene.    Just down the waterway there was a collection of unsavory looking RVs which looked as though they were long term campers at the site which did not maintain their locations to the same standard I would normally want for my camping neighbors.    

The tent campsites each were equipped with picnic tables and fire rings and were pretty well taken care of as a whole.  They were not much higher than the river itself so this could quickly be an area which would flood in case of torrential rains.

I stayed on property waiting for the hosts for a while and no luck which made it impossible to stay at the site.     There are no significant locations to go and spend time while waiting so after really being discouraged by the lack of ability to communicate I opted to speak to those staying there to solicit information about the location.    I had mixed reviews by campers regarding the amenities and some who were locked into a longer term stay gave less than favorable reviews which I could see to be possible when glancing around camp.

The cons seemed to outweigh the pros on my visit.   I opted to move on. 

I called in following my departure and spoke to a person who then seemed scattered on their responses, this reaffirmed the comments of the campers which I had spoken to.  It was a shame because the property had great potential.

  • Review photo of Drake Campground by Crystal C., June 5, 2019
  • Review photo of Drake Campground by Crystal C., June 5, 2019
  • Review photo of Drake Campground by Crystal C., June 5, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Drake Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Drake Campground has water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Drake Campground?

    Drake Campground is located at 6135 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Drake Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Drake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Drake Campground have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Drake Campground does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Drake Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.