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Friday Night 💫
Beautiful campsites next to water with onsite water access. Wonderful campfire pits/grills and picnic tables. Quiet hours were no inforced which can be good or bad.
Best Cabin Camping near Arvada, CO
Cabins near Arvada provide rustic to modern accommodations with varying amenities and comfort levels. Golden Gate Canyon State Park offers cabin options with electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings. Most cabins include basic furnishings and are situated to maximize mountain views. "Campsite was large with a picnic table, fire pit, and central spot for trash and recycling," noted one visitor about Reverend's Ridge Campground. Denver West-Central City KOA provides cabin rentals with concrete pads, metal patio furniture, and propane grills, while Standley Lake Regional Park features cabin options with electric hookups.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Reverend's Ridge and Deer Creek campgrounds in Golden Gate Canyon State Park maintain cabins year-round, though winter access may require navigating plowed roads. Most cabin sites are reservable, with peak season falling between May and September. Pet policies vary by location—Denver West-Central City KOA allows pets at their cabin sites, while other locations restrict animals inside cabins. A camper wrote, "On a cross country trip these were the nicest camping cabins we stayed in. The campground itself is relatively small but with a nice playground and camp store as well as bathroom facilities."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from basic fire rings with grills to more equipped setups with propane stoves. Cabins at Golden Gate Canyon State Park feature electricity but no running water, with nearby vault toilets and shower facilities that require quarters. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, visitors should prepare for mountain weather conditions, as temperatures can drop significantly at night even during summer months. On-site stores at locations like Denver West-Central City KOA offer limited groceries, firewood, and camping supplies, though prices tend to be higher than in town.
Best Cabin Sites Near Arvada, Colorado (52)
1. Deer Creek Campground — Golden Gate Canyon
48 ReviewsEldorado Springs, CO10 milesWebsite+1 (303) 582-3707$18 / night
"Fire ring and picnic table at each site. The road to and in the campground was plowed. Pets allowed. Tons of beautiful hiking trails."
"We stayed here for a quick overnight so did not have time to enjoy the park. Very well kept with nice clean bathrooms. Showers take quarters so come prepared if you plan to shower."
2. Indian Paintbrush Campground—Bear Creek Lake Park
33 ReviewsMorrison, CO13 milesWebsite"Camped in a cabin which was clean. I will camp here again!!"
"Close proximity to the highway. Clean level spots. Geared more towards RV camping. Pros: great views of the foothills."
3. Standley Lake Regional Park
15 ReviewsWestminster, CO4 milesWebsite+1 (303) 425-1097$35 - $55 / night
"Tranquil exotic oasis right smack in the middle of Suburban Arvada! Who would have known!?"
"There’s no hook ups for water, electric or dump sites although there are water spigots that can be used to fill fresh water. The shower is an outdoor shower."
4. Reverend's Ridge Campground — Golden Gate Canyon
30 ReviewsRollinsville, CO15 milesWebsite+1 (303) 582-3707$28 - $90 / night
"Loop E (electric hookups) is very spacious and well laid out. Every campsite is a pull thru allowing you situate anywhere along the paved area to best suit your needs."
"I reserved the area with electric hookup since I brought the van. The area was very organized and tidy. Campsite was large with a picnic table, fire pit, and central spot for trash and recycling."
5. Denver West-Central City KOA
30 ReviewsCentral City, CO18 milesWebsite+1 (303) 582-3043"Some space between with trees. Nice metal patio furniture provided at each site(chairs, table, fire pit). Has decent showers, hot tubs, and off leash dog park."
"8100’ high. 7 miles off I-70 at Idaho Springs. 25 miles into outskirts of Denver. Don’t worry they have oxygen! Not kidding!!"
6. Frazer Meadow Campground — Golden Gate Canyon
8 ReviewsBlack Hawk, CO14 milesWebsite+1 (303) 582-3707$18 / night
"This was a great campground tucked away in the mountains. There are plenty of hiking trails from the campground and throughout the park. The sites were very private and very quiet."
"The sites are very clean, have a bear box and close to parking."
7. Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon
13 ReviewsBlack Hawk, CO16 milesWebsite+1 (303) 582-9979$30 - $65 / night
"Nestled right in beautiful Colorado, even!& I love camping! Okay, I admit, I love‘camping’ in parks where there are cabins with beds and air! "
"We used a tent site, but the site they assigned to us was not the best for a Tent Trailer, but we made it work by moving the picnic table and pushing the trailer into the site."
8. A-Lodge Boulder - Hostel
1 ReviewBoulder, CO15 milesWebsite+1 (303) 444-0882$39 - $79 / night
"With cozy beds and a prime location, this spot is a great place to rest your head. Give them a try and leave your experience here."
9. Denver Meadows RV Park
6 ReviewsDenver, CO19 miles+1 (303) 364-9483"It is a no thrills,Quiet,peaceful,full hook-ups kind of park.little expensive but one cost covers everything.plus it is a all season park."
"Lots of good food nearby."
10. Peaceful Valley
8 ReviewsWard, CO27 milesWebsite+1 (303) 541-2500$29 - $58 / night
"Stayed here overnight for some hiking in the nearby foothills."
"Stumbled upon this small, nice campground simple because we liked the name :) It is very convenient from the main highway (which happens to be part of the Peak to Peak scenic byway- a FANTASTIC drive!"
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Cabin Reviews near Arvada, CO
516 Reviews of 52 Arvada Campgrounds
- Cara W.
GuideCastle Mountain Recreation Area at Wellington Lake
Private but Crowded
Beautiful lakeside camping just outside of Denver. Campsites are a bit close together, but great for groups! No hookups here but you have bathroom facilities and a visitor center where you can buy firewood. Campfires allowed in the fire pits. If you have an RV beware quiet hours from 10pm to 8am, no generators allowed. Lake is perfect for paddleboarding, kayaking and fishing and you will most likely have phone service if you are with AT&T or Verizon. Many day use areas, however vehicles and individuals are charged. For campers, if you bring more than one vehicle you will be charged daily for any additional ones. No drinking water is available, you must bring your own. Dirt roads to the lake are rough and narrow. Close to Deckers for incidentals. Intersects with the Colorado trail for hiking and biking and close to the Colorado River for tubing!
- TTeah S.Scout
South Shore Campground at Carter Lake
Nice Spot
I stayed in spot S18 for 2 nights. Large gravel pull through spot (as were all of the sites on this loop), with a picnic table and fire pit. Some trees around this site providing shade on both sides, but this was not true of my friend’s site as S20. Also enough foliage between sites to give a feeling of privacy. Nice view of the lake and boat ramp. Electric hookups at site, water and vault toilets available.
Julienne D.ScoutElk Meadows Lodge & RV Resort
Horrible and a waste of money
Well, what is there to say about Elk Meadow Lodge and RV. We booked a tent site for Fri-Sun. We are a fully contained truck with a roof top tent but we're not allowed an RV site (despite the fact we would have loved electricity and water, and were willing to pay for that luxury). We pulled in after hours to a $h1t show. Our site was unlevel (in the extreme, I pity the people in ground tents that don't have leveling blocks), had no picnic table, and had our neighbors fire pit 6 feet from the side of our truck. Since it was after hours I had to call the 'emergency number' so that my boyfriend and I would have the $50 a night luxury of cooking our dinner on a table. I also expressed concerns about the fire pit damaging our truck or roof top tent, to which I was told "well what do you want us to do, since we can't move the fire pit". Obviously not Jill, but I would like to bring it to your attention. She also offered to have us move sites, but since all the fire rings are in the parking space, I'm not quite sure what that would accomplish (excellent planning on their part!!). When Jill, and I'm assuming her husband arrived with the picnic table (all praise Jill for providing what we paid for!) They were nothing but mean, snarky and downright rude. The excuse for lack of a table was "were closing sites for winter). I'm writing this after only being at the offending RV park for 1.5 hours, but I can't wait to leave. You should save yourself the trouble by never entering in the first place. At least the views were pretty, if you like highway noise.
Update #1: Boyfriend almost got bitten by a black widow in the bathroom while turning on the light, someome flew a drone, very low, over our tent at 8 in the morning, children were screaming like coyotes all night (seriously), and it's been a rare moment that dogs have not been barking, yapping or howling (no not the kids this time). And I just got to hear the staff gossiping about us requesting a table. Can't wait to see what tonight brings!
P.S. I am so excited to see what their reply is to this review.
- Aliy L.Guide
Hermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park
Awesome Quiet Getaway
Best place to camp in Estes Park/Northern Colorado! Wooded sites mean privacy from your neighbors and shade during the day. Vault toilets are very clean, well kept. Staff and Rangers are very friendly and helpful, very knowledgeable about the area. Other reviews mention only 3.2 alcohol, but that rule has changed! ;) Great Hiking and Views, we watched the fireworks for 4th of July in Estes from one of the trails. Large bear boxes fit 2+ coolers. It was full for the holiday week/end, but staff mentioned that there's usually a lot of availability during the week. Have stayed in the cabins in years past, they are nice with gas fireplace for heat, and gas cookers in the cabin. No bedding, but beds are large and soft.
Gorgeous sunsets, so close to Estes and Rocky Mountain National Park. Hidden Gem in a busy tourist town!!
- Sherry C.
TravelerEstes Park KOA
A repeat vacation
On a cross country today trip these were the nicest camping cabins we stayed in. The campground itself is relatively small but with a nice playground and camp store as well as bathroom facilities. You can't beat the view, people and the easy location to go into the downtown. We only had one night here but plan to make a week long trip to the area at another time we liked it so much.
Becky S.ScoutArapaho Valley Ranch
We love Arapaho Valley Ranch!
There are community fire pits, stocked trout pond, access to the river, acres of woodland, and Colorado’s smallest bar! We love the vibe at AVR and the owners are amazing. Occassionally you can catch live music and there are several historic buildings they are restoring. We have a few friends that don’t camp which is okay because they also offering glamping, tipis, cabins, and a lodge. Trust me... one stay and you’ll be booking another one soon after!
- HHeather L.Traveler
Castle Mountain Recreation Area at Wellington Lake
Good Campground for Social Distancing
Currently they don't have day-use open, so there's plenty of space at the lake to set-up and spend the day playing with the kids. We stayed in a mountain site (not lake-front) and the kids loved climbing the rocks and exploring the mountain. Really friendly staff. Quiet hours are not well kept and that would be my only complaint. No motors allowed on lake. Great for paddleboarding (rentals available), kayaking, canoeing & kid's floats.
Daisee Mae S.
LegendHermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park
Beautiful and serene
We stayed in the month of November of 2021. The road is okay to drive on, we took our car and tent camped. We didn’t take our camper as the switchbacks are very tight and the road is very steep.
We stayed a couple of nights and decided to move on because the park ranger gave us a visit about 3-4 times a day. We wanted to be left alone not make friends.
There is a little store at the bottom of the mountain and you can also fill up there. I wasn’t paying attention to see if there was a dump station.
There is a fee upon entry. You have to pay for the nights you plan to stay and you have to pay for your vehicle to have a permit to be there. I think we spent around $30 for 3 or 4 days. We left early so i’m sure that money went back to the park.
The park provides every spot with a table, fire ring and bear box. The bear box is for more than just food. If you have anything that smells good, the animals (not just bears) WILL try to get into your vehicle to steal it. Sprays, lotions, deodorants… etc.
We followed some animal trails and went on a few hikes. Seen a lot of animals, but seen no sign of fresh running water anywhere.
We were the only campers at this time of year in all 3 campgrounds. So it was very peaceful. The spaces are spread out. At the entrance to each campground there is a dumpster. So it’s not a long walk to dispose of your trash!
We will return to this area in the future. It’s a nice quaint spot with much to do.
Guide to Arvada
Cabins near Arvada, Colorado range from 8,000 to 9,000 feet in elevation, requiring preparation for temperature drops even in summer. Most cabin areas experience 40°F temperature swings between day and night regardless of season. Many cabin campgrounds remain open year-round, though winter access often requires navigating snow-packed roads.
What to do
Hiking trails for all levels: Golden Gate Canyon State Park offers extensive trail networks with mountain views. "The options for trails are endless. Great for mountain biking or hiking enthusiasts. The park feels like it's far from the city, but the drive is easy for a weekend camping trip," notes one visitor.
Fishing opportunities: Several cabin areas provide lake and stream fishing access. "There is a high elevation lake as well as fantastic views of the continental divide," reports a camper about Golden Gate Canyon State Park's fishing spots, which include stocked ponds suitable for beginners.
Mountain biking: Technical routes throughout the mountain cabin areas cater to various skill levels. "This park has great trails for hiking and mountain biking," says a reviewer, with most dedicated biking trails located in the eastern sections of the parks.
What campers like
Convenience to metro area: Bear Creek Lake Park offers cabins just minutes from Denver while feeling remote. A visitor explains: "While this campground is minutes from the city and seconds from a highway, at night you feel like you are in a quiet, mountain campsite with stars to gaze for days."
Clean facilities: Cabin campgrounds maintain well-serviced bathrooms and showers, though shower availability varies by location. "The bathrooms are clean and park rangers monitored the area often," comments a visitor to Golden Gate Canyon State Park's Reverend's Ridge Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Dawn and dusk provide opportunities to spot local wildlife from cabin porches. "Mother Nature: This was a phenomenal state park. Many multiuse trails. Get up early and drive mountain base road...we caught a great view of a moose," shares a Reverend's Ridge visitor.
What you should know
Shower costs and availability: Denver West-Central City KOA provides shower facilities, but many parks require quarters. "Showers weren't warm at the end of a long day and will cost ya $1.00 for the first 4 minutes and 25 cents every minute after," notes a camper.
Cell service limitations: Most cabin areas have limited connectivity. "Phone service wise Verizon was very patchy but sprint seemed to have 2-3 bars," explains a camper at Golden Gate Canyon State Park.
Elevation considerations: Most cabins sit at 8,000+ feet, requiring acclimatization time. "Yes Mountain High!! 8100' high. Don't worry they have oxygen! Not kidding!!" warns a Denver West-Central City KOA visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Standley Lake Regional Park cabins provide access to play areas and water activities. "Rent a floatation device or bring your own and enjoy the warmth on the lake," suggests a visitor noting the family-friendly amenities.
Fire restrictions: Many cabin areas enforce seasonal fire bans, requiring alternative cooking methods. "The fire pit was below the picnic table which was below the spot for our tent and the fire smoke overwhelmed the rest of our site due to the upwind," cautions a reviewer.
Wildlife education: Cabin areas offer ranger programs teaching about local ecosystems. "Inside the visitor center there is a large 'Eagle Cam' TV with live footage of the endangered Bald eagles nesting their eaglets. Several times a day if you're patient you can view them being fed," describes a Standley Lake camper.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon provides RV cabin alternatives with varying pad conditions. "The sites were level and very clean, hookups were easy (nice threaded, tidy black/grey water), lots of Aspen trees between the sites, but still a bit close together," reports an RVer.
Road access considerations: Mountain roads to cabin areas may challenge larger vehicles. "The drive from Golden up into the park is beautiful and you truly feel like you are leaving the noise of Denver and the metro behind," notes a camper about accessing Golden Gate Canyon State Park.
Seasonal availability: Peaceful Valley cabins and surrounding campgrounds operate primarily May through October. "We drove through camp, everything was booked way out... So I suggest getting here early or making a reservation in advance," advises a visitor about seasonal popularity.
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