Established Camping
Hermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park
Hermit Open Space County Park Hermits Hollow, near Estes Park, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without straying too far from town. This campground offers a mix of tent, RV, and glamping options, making it accessible for various camping styles.
The sites are well-spaced, providing a sense of privacy among the trees, and each comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and bear box for your food and scented items. Visitors rave about the stunning views and the abundance of hiking trails nearby, with one camper noting, “The views are also stunning and there is plenty of hiking to do.”
While there are no showers or electric hookups, the campground does provide clean vault toilets and drinking water, ensuring you have the essentials covered. Some campers have mentioned the peaceful atmosphere, especially during the off-peak months, making it a great escape for those wanting to enjoy the wilderness without the crowds.
Just a short drive from the bustling Estes Park, you can easily explore local attractions like the Stanley Hotel or take a day trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Hermit Open Space offers a serene backdrop for your outdoor adventures.
Description
Hermit
Hermit Park Open Space (address: 17 Hermit Park Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517) nestles into the hills, approximately two miles southeast of Estes Park, at an elevation of 7880-8964 feet. The preservation of this stunning area is a joint effort between Larimer County, Agilent Technologies, Town of Estes Park, Estes Valley Land Trust, Great Outdoors Colorado, City of Loveland, Erion Foundation, City of Fort Collins, McWhinney Foundation, Town of Berthoud, and many more contributors . Recreation is managed by Larimer County Department of Natural Resources. Hermit Park Open Space's features include cabins, RV and tent camping, special events, reservable group use pavilion, hiking trails, wetlands, horseback riding, mountain biking and much more! The park is open March 1 to December 20, and some areas close seasonally. Entrance permits and camping fees are required.
Please check the Season Dates tab for annual updates on site availability.
Location
Hermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park is located in Colorado
Directions
Physical address: 17 Hermit Park Road, Estes Park, CO 80517; From I-25 and U.S. Hwy. 34 (Loveland): Drive west on Hwy. 34 for 31.5 miles toward Estes Park. Turn left (south) onto Mall Road (CR63) for .6 miles. Turn left (east) onto U.S. Highway 36 for 2.1 miles. The entrance to Hermit Park is on your right. From I-25 and U.S. Hwy. 66 (Longmont): Drive west on Hwy. 66 for 15.8 miles to Lyons, Colorado. Turn right onto West Main Street onto U.S. Hwy. 36 W. Continue on Hwy. 36 W for 16.7 miles. The entrance to Hermit Park is on your left.
Address
1800 S. County Rd. 31
Loveland, CO 80537
Coordinates
40.35135261 N
105.46540382 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 40 min from Boulder
- 40 min from Boulder
- 54 min from Fort Collins
- 54 min from Fort Collins
- 58 min from Greeley
- 59 min from Greeley
- 1 hr 7 min from Denver
- 1 hr 8 min from Denver