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$40 - $120 / night
"The lake is quiet, there is plenty to explore, and it's usually not crowded. I will note that this location is maybe 20 minutes outside Bailey though...."
"Well-kept lake campground with lakefront sites available. You must book 3 months in advance and they can fill up quickly."
"We stayed here a couple weekends in a row and we were able to try out some different spots and trails close to those spots. This free campground is perfect! "
"There's several creeks that run through the area and a network of trails that intersect the Colorado Trail and the road. The area is popular with mountain bikers."
$36 - $200 / night
"Chatfield State Park is a great mixture of access to the outdoors with availability of many of the benefits of a metro area close by."
"This is the first time I’ve found a state park so close to a major metro area!!
Because of its proximity to Denver, Chatfield fills up quickly, so book well in advance."
$28 / night
"We headed out to get to the backroad of Buffalo Creek through Bailey and found this spot."
"Welcoming campground, spur trails connecting it straight to the Colorado Trail and other connections in the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area."
$28 / night
"This site is just north of Bailey, about 20 minutes. Beautiful views. Sites are far enough apart to get a decent amount of privacy. RV trailer friendly. The creek provides a tranquil environment."
"You can hear the water and the creek is right next to your site. Bathrooms were very well maintained. You are close to your neighbors. I just wish they had a dumpster for your trash."
$28 / night
"The pit, very clean are at base, and there is a porta-potty by site 14, far enough away from 14 to not be a problem."
"We brought out the bike and did some trails to find the perfect spot and since we went in the middle of the week we had our choice of spot."
$28 / night
"This was a great stay, conveniently located just down 285 for a short get away during the work week. We stayed for 3 days and during that time there were only a few other campers here."
"Super easy access for a quick trip to hit the Colorado Trail. We stayed in sight 22, and realized the map on the reservation system was a bit skewed as it is very close to the bathrooms."
$24 / night
"We had 4 adults, 2 tents, and a pup on #2, walked our gear across an adorable bridge making the whole experience seem like a fairy tale.
Vault toilet, $18, very close to Wellington Lake."
"This site is kind of tucked away and doesn’t seem like it gets a ton of traffic compared to other sites in the area. I went for several days in the middle of the week and only had one neighbor."
$24 / night
"Spruce Grove Campground is a beautiful location approximately 2 hours Southwest of Denver."
"This is a very popular spot for families with easy access to the South Platte for tubing and swimming, but not ideal for fisherman as many people playing in the river."
$27 - $47 / night
"A hidden gem in the Colorado Rockies, Rainbow Trout Ranch offers a serene mountain retreat."
"Close to the cites and other mountain towns. Views are amazing. Staff is so friendly and helpful. We caught lots of beautiful trout."
ScoutThe fire pit John built is holding up well.
TravelerFairly remote site considering its proximity to Silverthorne. Rough, rocky road, some clearance is nice to have. Road might be a little difficult if wet as parts of it are pretty steep. Sites are well marked and generally spaced pretty far apart although some sites are clustered together. Bear country. Stream running near or by many sites is nice, great hiking trails at the end of the road with a small parking lot. Be careful though, once you get on Gore Range trail there are number of trails that feed into it so it’s easy to get lost on the return trip (ask me how I know?) Just make sure you have a map going or take pictures of your trail crossings. Nice views, good remote feel to it.
ScoutWe have stayed here twice once in campsite 46 very nice 47 even nicer two best lots here for us cuz we like being the by the water. The rush go by all night let's just sleep so good small campground could be a bit tough for fifth wheelers or people that need to pull through they only have a few of those we drive a 19 ft camper van so we found this place very easy for us the store has good bathrooms open 24/7 few arcade games looks like a nice pool the staff is very friendly
TravelerThis spot is super cool, def a little busy but some really awesome canyon views. Went on a Tuesday afternoon and there was foot traffic around our spot from people headed on hikes. The coordinates don’t take you exactly to the parking lot but if you continue straight you get there. The ditch getting into the parking lot is bruuutal so 4WD is necessary.
BUT! The biggest surprise of this site was NO car camping, and there are people who hike in the nude. Yes. The nude. The signs about getting naked are in fact truthful. To each their own, I didn’t mind, but it was a surprise !
GuideThis is one of my favorite spots in the area and for good reason, it’s incredibly scenic, has hiking, and water activities.
The down side of this spot is its typically very busy and I find myself crossing it off the list a lot due to the assumption of it being packed, especially considering the trek it requires to get up there.
The drive up is high clearance 4x4, I made it up pretty easily with my Tacoma however, it has been heavily modded. I wouldn’t want to do this trail with anything less than a 4Runner with a 3 inch lift and 33s or a vehicle of similar capabilities.
Overall it’s 5/5 for me as far as the spot goes, it’s just going to come down to the time of year to avoid the big crowds!
GuideGreat spot to setup camp for the night. Very scenic and secluded! I arrived at 6pm on a Monday and I was the only one up there.
Overall the drive up is pretty straightforward if you are at least somewhat familiar with off-roading, for reference a stock 4runner 4x4 should have no trouble accessing these spots as far as clearance goes if you take the right lines!
GuideI stayed here for six days in sight 230 in loop B. It was very busy over the weekend but hardly anybody here camping during the week. I was in a non-electric site. There is a decent amount of space between most of the sites, but there are no trees, so not a lot of privacy. I wish they would have told me when I registered that the showers are pay showers because I went with limited time and no cash so did not get a shower.
ScoutThere are three dispersed camping areas on this road. It is close to the rampart reservoir, which is very nice.
ScoutAwesome scenery high altitude ( 10000 feet) electric only access to water
Camping near Bailey, Colorado, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Bailey, Colorado, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great spot for families and RVers alike.
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According to TheDyrt.com, Bailey, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 421 campgrounds and RV parks near Bailey, CO and 147 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bailey, CO is Castle Mountain Recreation Area at Wellington Lake with a 3.7-star rating from 25 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 147 free dispersed camping spots near Bailey, CO.
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