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Loveland RV Resort's dedicated dog park and trash pickup service accommodate campers traveling with pets. Spacious premium sites provide additional room for dogs to rest comfortably alongside RVs, while the clean grounds feature dog waste stations with complimentary bags throughout the property. Boyd Lake State Park Cottonwood Campground and South Shore Campground at Carter Lake accept pets at their well-maintained sites, offering electric hookups and picnic tables suitable for family camping with dogs. The large cottonwoods throughout Loveland RV Resort provide essential shade during summer months. Most campgrounds near Berthoud enforce standard leash policies, though some sites are positioned quite close together, requiring careful pet management.
Concrete walking paths around Boyd Lake provide excellent opportunities for daily dog walks, with dappled shade along the shoreline trail making comfortable exercise spaces even on warmer days. Sites at Cottonwood Campground feature fire pits and electrical hookups with level gravel pads accommodating both tents and RVs traveling with pets. The swim beach at Boyd Lake offers potential water access, though specific pet policies for shoreline areas vary seasonally. Campers report the grounds are very clean with regular maintenance, particularly important for those camping with pets. Nearby amenities in Loveland include pet supply stores and veterinary services, with a Super Walmart and Home Depot within 10 minutes of Boyd Lake State Park for any camping or pet supply needs. Winter camping requires heated water hoses at some locations to prevent freezing, an important consideration for year-round RV campers traveling with pets.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Berthoud (247)
1. Cottonwood Campground — Boyd Lake State Park
"All sites have great access and close to the ponds. Variety of fish in the ponds. They allow ice fishing as long as the ice is safe."
"We enjoy Boyd Lake because it’s so easy to bike to town. A major northern Colorado bike path system goes through the park."
from $36 - $41 / night
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"Parked right next to a 16-acre pond, popular for bass fishing, and calm-water boating. Casual trails right outside offers scenic walks around the ponds."
"Almost all spots on water, close to trails. Picnic tables and level pads. Full hookups. Very clean with access to bathrooms. Fishing. Downside is right next to the busy interstate."
from $36 - $41 / night
Check Availability3. Riverview RV Park & Campground
"We spent 4 days in a spot right next to the river. Close to Rocky Mountain National Park. Really enjoyed the river, dog park, live music on sat. night and laundry."
"Full hookup RV beautiful outdoor amentities, dog park and kid friendly with playground for children Nicest Friendly staff"
4. Boulder County Fairgrounds
"We couldn’t find anything near family in Highlands Ranch in July, but ran across this place- Tight spots for our 38 ft fifth wheel but, we made it."
"Arrived in Colorado little after midnight, got a spot right away plenty of availability and close enough to some good hiking areas"
from $35 / night
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"Dog Waste station with bags very convenient. Laundry room is clean and all machines worked. Plenty of shops and restaurants that are within walking distance."
"The location is off the main road that has every store or restaurant you could ever want. Giant cottonwoods are located throughout park. Large fenced dog area."
6. South Bay Campground — Horsetooth Reservoir
"We have camped in Colorado for over 15 years. By far the campsites with the best views! And you can rent cabins too. Just love this place. Lake gets busy In the summer."
"The sites are picked up but not manicured by any means and there is road noise due to the proximity of the roads around the region."
from $25 - $45 / night
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"This was our second visit to Pinewood Lake and while some things stayed the same others were much the same. Our first visit last fall was during the final stages of a blizzard. "
"Even with the snow and us being novices we set up without a hitch and were soon enjoying the magical panorama of the lake below us and the hills and mountain tops around us."
from $25 / night
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"Location good for rocky mountain national park & brewery nirvana: Longmont, berthoud, loveland, & ft Collins. $$$36/nite+$9/day entry. Electric only, vault toilets."
"Carter lake is a staple visit in our family."
from $25 / night
Check Availability9. Moraine Park Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park
"Took the kids camping in Colorado for the first time and we had a blast. It rained on us a lot but it didn't stop us. Took a great hike up deer mountain....stunning views. Can't wait to go back."
"I was a Ranger one summer in Rocky - please respect the wildlife and keep a very long distance to not affect their behavior."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability10. Flatiron Reservoir Campground
"Ranger Review: Humangear at Flatiron Reservoir Campground Campground Review:
Flatiron Reservoir Campground is located just outside the city of Loveland, Colorado."
"Friends from out of town rented one of the tipis while we stayed in a tent (dogs aren’t allowed in the tipis) on the same lot all under one price. Each lot has a nice fire pit & picnic table."
from $25 / night
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Drive Time
- 24 min from Greeley, CO
- 27 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 29 min from Boulder, CO
- 40 min from Denver, CO
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Berthoud, CO
2641 Reviews of 247 Berthoud Campgrounds
Drew M.
GuideCaribou Dispersed Site 6
#7
# 7 was a sweet spot - You can get three to four tents in this spot if you tent camp.
Tons of deadfall for firewood
I was able to pick up three pieces of trash. I am saying it's a clean spot!
Super quiet - Saw a moose!
Great area! Easy to get to!- Liam D.Traveler
Forest Road 119
It’s awesome, but only if you have a very capable 4wd. There’s a great spot to camp at as soon as you start going up the hill. Past the first spot, the road becomes REALLY rough. So just be aware.
- Adam C.Guide
Lost Lake Dispersed
It was a great site. Not hot surrounded on three sides by rocks. Lake was dried up but Colorado was dry this year.
Robert T.TravelerDakota Ridge RV Park
Nice large park. Spaces are not level so bring blocks. Bathrooms and showers are clean but out dated. Laundry facilities is available at $3 per wash and $2.50 per dry.
Leona A.
ScoutCottonwood Campground — Boyd Lake State Park
Nice, level spots. Great mountain and lake views. Great views of all your neighbors. 😉
Kylee R.
RangerCherry Creek State Park Campground
Cherry Creek State Park
Bathrooms were very nice and clean. Lots of sites with minimal privacy. Pretty packed and noisy in October. Our site had electrical hookups and its own water. Picnic tables and fire rings available as well. Looks like a very family friendly campground. Stayed one night.
Finn S.GuideMoraine Park Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park
The campground itself is great! The sites can be pretty hit or miss. Some are very exposed and crowded up with other sites; some are set back in the trees and lovely! If you have strong preferences, be careful when picking your site.
Brian T.TravelerHermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park
Hermits Hollow
From a Sprinters point of view.
Sites are $45.00 a day plus parking
Sites were sloped, we took the flattest one we could find and it took 6” to block our van level.
Pit toilets were very clean.
Sites had trees and boulders, spaced roughly 50’ apart, but there visible traffic on the main road below.
It was a nice campground but we liked the Bobcat Campground a couple miles farther up the road.
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Guide to Berthoud
Berthoud sits at 5,030 feet elevation along Colorado's northern Front Range, receiving over 250 days of sunshine annually. The surrounding campgrounds typically close during winter months except for Carter Lake and St. Vrain State Park, which maintain year-round operations. Summer temperatures average 85°F during day with cool 50°F nights, creating ideal camping conditions from May through September.
What to do
Wildlife viewing at sunrise/sunset: At St. Vrain State Park Campground, early mornings offer prime wildlife spotting opportunities. "My friends and I love this campground! Numerous ponds, stocked ponds, trails, biking, birds, paddle boarding. The view of the mountains is to die for!" reports Kate B. Bird enthusiasts should bring binoculars for bald eagle sightings.
Fishing at multiple stocked ponds: The fishing at Pinewood Reservoir Campground offers a quieter alternative to larger lakes. "Non-motorized small boats allowed and there is an easy hiking trail around the lake," notes Cee G. Anglers report rainbow trout as the primary catch, with fishing best in early morning hours.
Hiking the reservoir loop trails: Carter Lake features several shoreline trails with moderate terrain suitable for all ages. The 3-mile loop at Pinewood Reservoir provides consistent lake views without significant elevation gain. "Nice trail (around a 3 mile loop). Gets windy," warns Jamie H. Hikers should wear sturdy shoes as trails can be rocky in sections.
What campers like
Spacious electric sites: South Shore Campground at Carter Lake receives consistent praise for its well-maintained spaces. "Sites were well maintained and level. Good separation. Close proximity to lake and easy access. Wild turkey sitings," notes Larry E. Most sites include 30/50-amp service with gravel pads that accommodate most RV sizes.
Privacy between campsites: The layout at many Berthoud-area campgrounds prioritizes spacing. "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... Also enough foliage between sites to give a feeling of privacy," explains Teah S. about Carter Lake's South Shore.
Proximity to shopping: Boulder County Fairgrounds offers urban convenience while maintaining natural surroundings. "We needed a place to sleep while a parent was in the hospital. We were in the middle of a roadtrip so we had a big camper plus a trailer. We didn't need amenities so it was only $15/night," reports Cindy L. Most supplies can be found within a 10-minute drive.
What you should know
Reservation-only camping: Many parks near Berthoud require advance booking, especially during summer months. Boyd Lake State Park switched to reservation-only in January 2019. "Though they had open sites I could not reserve them without using the booking system, which consequently charges a service charge for booking," explains Crystal C.
Additional vehicle fees: Most Larimer County campgrounds charge per-vehicle entrance fees beyond the camping fee. "This made the nightly rate a lot higher than what it was worth," notes one reviewer about Horsetooth Reservoir. Daily vehicle passes typically cost $7-10 per vehicle in addition to camping fees.
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