Best Campgrounds near Avon, CO
Camping spots near Avon, Colorado range from lakeside areas to mountain forest settings. Heaton Bay Campground sits by Dillon Reservoir, giving campers water views and fishing access without going far from their tents. Prospector Campground puts you right in the Rockies with good hiking trails and chances to see elk and deer. Bears live throughout this area, so hanging food or using bear canisters is necessary at both places. You'll want to book sites months ahead during summer as they fill quickly, especially on weekends. The Forest Service often puts fire bans in place during July and August, so bring a camp stove just in case. Some sites at Heaton Bay have more trees between them while others are more open, depending on what you prefer. Each spot at Heaton comes with a table and fire ring, while Prospector is more basic. The Colorado River runs not far from town with good spots for fishing cutthroat trout or taking a kayak out. Weather can change fast in these mountains - I've seen sunny mornings turn to afternoon thunderstorms within an hour. If you have time, drive down to see the Great Sand Dunes, which look completely out of place among the mountains. Pack out all trash and stay on established trails when camping around Avon. The high country gets damaged easily and takes years to recover.
