Best Glamping near Blue River, CO

Peak One Campground in Frisco houses upscale glamping accommodations with stunning mountain views right alongside Lake Dillon. The property combines wilderness immersion with refined comfort through their safari-style tents and spacious yurts, each equipped with proper beds, electricity, and heating options. All glamping units include dedicated fire pits and picnic tables while providing easy water access. One visitor noted, "This campground is located in the town of Frisco, CO, but feels like being in the wilderness. Shopping and restaurants are 10 minutes from the Campground." Selkirk Campground adds to Blue River region glamping options with their luxury canvas accommodations nestled among mature shade trees. Both locations maintain clean facilities and feature flushing toilets with running water, a rarity for mountain glamping sites.

The region's glamping experiences benefit from strategic positioning along bike paths that connect to nearby towns. Many glamping sites offer direct lake access, perfect for paddleboarding and kayaking without hauling equipment long distances. According to a camper, "We enjoyed the sunsets sitting at the beach of the lake - highly recommended!" Beyond water activities, glamping guests enjoy immediate access to extensive mountain biking trails, including those at the Frisco Adventure Park located at the entrance to Peak One. Hiking options abound with nearby trails like Lily Pad Lake. Reservations are strongly recommended during peak season (May through September), though some locations offer limited first-come availability. Most glamping sites in this area close during winter months due to mountain weather conditions, with some reopening as early as mid-May.

Best Glamping Sites Near Blue River, Colorado (56)

    1. Peak One Campground

    35 Reviews
    Frisco, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-7681

    $28 / night

    "Peak One has all the amenities you need - water, (really) nice bathrooms with running water, and a fire pit with a picnic table."

    "The campground has bathrooms with running water and a spigot outside to refill water jugs. Sites have a picnic table and fire ring."

    2. Camp Hale Memorial

    12 Reviews
    Red Cliff, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $25 / night

    "The spot was awesome, close to a creek, fire ring, picnic table, flat areas for a tent, decent size so you could have a few tents on site."

    "The campsites were very spacious and overall the entire campsite, (including bathrooms) was very clean and well maintained."

    3. Baby Doe

    17 Reviews
    Leadville, CO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 486-0749

    $29 - $33 / night

    "Great spot on the East side of the lake, Not far from the town of Leadville where there is a Safeway, places to eat and places to shop."

    "The only time we noticed them was when they shut down a party — by talking to them, nicely, past 10pm quiet hours. We were less than 100 yds from their site."

    4. Selkirk Campground

    2 Reviews
    Como, CO
    6 miles
    Website

    $22 / night

    5. Timberline Campground

    4 Reviews
    Jefferson, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 275-5610

    $27 - $54 / night

    "The hosts kept it well stocked with toilet paper and they checked in with groups daily. Really good views and hiking spots."

    "Some shooting in the distance. Very serene otherwise."

    6. Gold Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Red Cliff, CO
    22 miles
    Website

    "It is next a big creek and has some good 4x4 trails near it. I thought some of the sites were a little close to each other. There are trees between the sites, but you can see right through them."

    "This place was a ways down a dirt road but like the other review said there were plenty of spots for dispersed camping along the road for a back up plan but for my 8 year old a toilet and a campfire was"

    7. Burning Bear Campground

    6 Reviews
    Grant, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 275-5610

    $28 / night

    "Not so many locations so come around 2p latest. Legal fire pits in designated locations. Each site has a fire pit, trees for hammocks, parking spaces picnic table near the fire pit."

    "Quiet and quaint campground in the heart of Guanella Pass with convenient access to the Abyss and Burning Bear trailheads. Vault toilets were kept clean and stocked."

    8. Halfmoon Campground

    8 Reviews
    Red Cliff, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 945-2521

    "Got there around 5pm on a Friday (9/9) and there was no one else there. A few more campers showed up on Saturday morning, but it wasn’t ever fully booked at any point this weekend."

    "Good spot to camp, campsites aren’t busy but the trails there draw a lot of hikers. Has bathrooms, fire pits, and picnic tables. Trails are right by campsites."

    9. Kenosha East Campground

    2 Reviews
    Jefferson, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 275-5610

    $20 / night

    "This campground is at the start of the Colorado Trail. A hiking trail that is frequented by backpackers. The trail is also surrounded by aspen grove with thick wildflowers and wild grasses."

    10. Echo Lake Campground

    14 Reviews
    Georgetown, CO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $26 / night

    "It’s a small campground at the entrance to Mount Evans. Some of the sites are very close proximity, while others are pretty spread out. The camp host Rick was awesome!"

    "Just completed 2 nights at Echo Lake. Decent overall campground with quick access from Denver area. Water pump is not functioning as of 6/24, so bring your own water."

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Glamping Reviews near Blue River, CO

571 Reviews of 56 Blue River Campgrounds


  • Cara W.
    Jul. 11, 2018

    Castle 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!

  • Anne B.
    Jun. 19, 2025

    Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon

    Breathtaken, I remember it all too well 🫶🏼

    Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon is everything you expect it to be and more from the overview! 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! So of course, we stayed in a climate controlled cabin! Reminded me of KOA Campgrounds and similar price except this park is in COLORADO with amazing views and KOA’s are just barely outside of boring iowa/SD cities(the ones we stayed in) the scenic walks were worth it themselves!

    But they have all sites, not just cabins, of course.(: I have 3 children and not one of them wanted to leave!!!(Made my sanity go a bit crazy, but says a lot when children stay somewhere for vacation and aren’t complaining and becoming bored before the end!) When we didn’t understand something they jumped to explain without being annoyed or irritated. They really hooked us up there! A little note: in my experience, and I’m sure everyone there is great, but Dillon, especially, took so much time to answer our questions show us around and ensure we had a quality time! He was so kind and has that approachable personality of someone who loves to help others and ensure you have the best possible time!! 10/10 would stop again!

  • D
    Jun. 19, 2018

    Echo Lake Campground

    Small but quaint campground

    It’s a small campground at the entrance to Mount Evans. Some of the sites are very close proximity, while others are pretty spread out. The camp host Rick was awesome! If your looking to party it up all night, this is not the place for you. Rick follows the quiet hours to a T! I would recommend this place for a night or 2. Also recommend the drive up to Mount Evans, spectacular views! There is a store/restaurant across the street from the campground, but it’s mostly touristy things, no camping supplies.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 16, 2023

    Collective Vail

    Authentic and Luxurious Retreat

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. I want to extend a warm welcome to your host, Greg. Life on their ranch includes horseback riding, guided white water rafting, fly fishing excursions, zipline adventures, mountain biking, and as much down time as you need. This is the perfect experience for everyone from families to couples to solo travelers. This is a working ranch, so no pets please. Book your stay today and leave a review here!

  • s
    May. 3, 2023

    Denver West-Central City KOA

    Mountain High

    Yes Mountain High!! 8100’ high. 7 miles off I-70 at Idaho Springs. 25 miles into outskirts of Denver. Don’t worry they have oxygen! Not kidding!!

    Nice campground, friend staff, laundry, fun little gift shop with some food stuffs, beer and liquor. Pizza cooked there but we didn’t try it.

    Our space was a big rig space on concrete pad with ample seating, a table, a fire pit, and a propane grill stove… use you own propane! Full hook ups. It was still reaching freezing at night and so we didn’t hook up our water.

  • Becky S.
    Jun. 20, 2018

    Arapaho 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!

  • Meghan T.
    Oct. 3, 2022

    Sun Outdoors Rocky Mountain

    Great RV Park

    This place has everything! Bowling, an amazing pool and hot tubs, super clean facilities, full hookups, rent an airstream or chuckwagon for the weekend, stay in a tiny home - really, there’s so much to do especially for families. Our site (308) had an outdoor kitchen area, nice firepit and chairs, and outdoor table and chairs.

  • Kevin G.
    Jun. 17, 2018

    Peak One Campground

    Everything You Need

    Peak One has all the amenities you need - water, (really) nice bathrooms with running water, and a fire pit with a picnic table. A simple campground that would be great for kids, Peak One is safe, comfortable, and a great family spot.

  • Heather P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 6, 2018

    Platte River Campground

    Small and cozy enough, your perfect fishing spot

    I'll agree with the other posters. Platte River Campground is a great location if you are looking to do some fly fishing. The river is right there and easy access. Or if you want to set up camp here and then drive up/down the road there are tons of fishing spots.

    Keep in mind there isn't a store or anything close by so be sure to carry in all you need. I don't recall water on site so better to be safe and carry plenty in.

    I went in mid Oct so off season and there was only 2 other campers in the campground. I chose site #8, furthest away from the parking area but also more trees. There was a bit of road noise but not horrible. Was quiet and just a cozy place to stay.

    A great site to check out what this campground looks like and how it's laid out is you can check out this video I found useful on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mc9JPE53Lf4


Guide to Blue River

The Blue River area sits at an elevation of approximately 10,000 feet, situated between the towns of Breckenridge and Fairplay in Colorado's high country. Winter conditions can persist through late May with overnight temperatures dropping below freezing even in summer months. Camping options range from established campgrounds with basic amenities to more remote sites in White River National Forest.

What to do

Hike to alpine lakes: Missouri Lakes trail near Gold Park Campground offers spectacular high-altitude lakes accessible via a moderate hike. As one camper noted, "We stayed here so we could hike Fancy Lake and the Missouri Lakes, both of which are less than 5 miles away. Gorgeous high alpine lakes."

Summit a fourteener: The region provides access to several 14,000+ foot peaks. A visitor to Baby Doe Campground shared, "We camped on June 26th and 27th of 2018 and got to summit Mt. Sherman one of Colorado's 14ers on the 27th... Being able to summit my 1st Colorado 14er was definitely the highlight of the trip."

Explore historic sites: The area contains preserved military training grounds from WWII. A camper at Camp Hale Memorial reported, "Spent 2 quiet nights here in this roomy and quiet campground adjacent to the Colorado and Continental Divide Trail. Crazy to think of the 15,000 or so soldiers training here during WWII."

Mountain biking: Trail systems connect directly from camping areas to established mountain biking routes, including old mining roads and purpose-built singletrack. The Frisco Adventure Park trails are accessible directly from camping areas near town.

What campers like

Lakeside campsites: Sites with water access remain popular for fishing and paddling. At Peak One Campground, a reviewer mentioned, "We were on our way from Denver to LA and decided to stop here because Frisco was so so so beautiful! We camped here and enjoyed the quiet surroundings. The campsites are wide spread out, spacious, and huge."

Secluded forest spots: Campers seeking privacy gravitate toward tree-covered sites away from main roads. One visitor to Selkirk Campground commented, "This is my favorite place to go camping. Not busy, beautiful mature trees which afford 18 hours of shade a day."

Clean facilities: Despite remote locations, many glamping spots and established campgrounds maintain reliable amenities. A camper at Timberline Campground noted, "Camped September 24 - 27. First come first served sites. 31 sites, had the place to ourselves. Wild turkeys and Steller Jays. Well maintained."

Stargazing opportunities: The high elevation and minimal light pollution create exceptional night sky viewing. As one visitor to Gold Park Campground remarked, "Pulled into Camp Hale late at night, found our spot easily and there was almost no one there... It was fall so the aspen were at peak... everything about the area was great."

What you should know

Altitude considerations: Camping at 10,000+ feet requires acclimation time. One reviewer of Echo Lake Campground admitted, "I came in from out of state and got pretty altitude effected so we had to cut the trip short, but it was lovely nonetheless."

Seasonal limitations: Many glamping facilities near Blue River operate on restricted schedules. At Camp Hale Memorial, facilities run "from June 20 to September 27" according to official information, making early booking essential.

Road access challenges: Some remote glamping sites require appropriate vehicles. A Selkirk Campground visitor warned, "The road leading to the actual campground can be tricky and requires at least an all-wheel or 4WD car as it's bumpy."

Water availability: Not all sites provide potable water. A camper at Burning Bear Campground reported, "Sadly, the well water is non-potable, but there is a waterfall down the road where you can get water to filter."

Cell coverage: Connectivity varies dramatically. One camper at Kenosha East Campground noted, "Be mindful that there is no cell service until you reach Como so bring some playing cards!"

Tips for camping with families

Spacious site selection: For family glamping near Blue River, choose locations with room for multiple tents or activities. A visitor to Burning Bear Campground shared, "Each site has a fire pit, trees for hammocks, parking spaces, picnic table near the fire pit. Fire pit has a grate."

Nearby hiking options: Select sites with easy trail access for children. At Peak One, a family noted, "We really enjoyed this spot! Those sites on the lake seem primo but our site still had some good space. Sunset was beautiful, enjoyed skipping rocks and even some mountain biking for our 9 year old."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many sites offer natural wildlife encounters. A camper at Burning Bear observed, "Clean restrooms and beautiful views, very accessible and close to the road, saw deer, moose, and lots of birds from my site."

Temperature planning: Pack warm clothing regardless of season. A family at Baby Doe Campground advised, "Be sure to bring warm clothes for nights because it gets chilly at night. Has vault toilets, potable water, and fairly level sites."

Tips from RVers

Size restrictions: Many glamping facilities near Blue River have limited space for larger vehicles. At Camp Hale Memorial, an RVer advised, "The campground sites seem best suited for RV's, however we managed just fine in our tent. We had no shade in our spot (#13), so any time at camp was spent mainly under our canopy."

Generator considerations: Some campgrounds have specific policies on noise. A Baby Doe Campground visitor noted, "Campground has larger sites so the generator noise from the larger RV's can be loud, but family friendly."

Alternative parking options: When designated campgrounds are full, dispersed options exist. An Echo Lake visitor suggested, "Why pay to stay at echo lake when you can go up 103 and find great dispersed spots? I frequently camp here due to views, fire pits and close proximity to Denver."

Solar capabilities: Sites with limited shade work well for solar power. An RVer at Camp Hale Memorial explained, "We stayed in site #17, a nice spot for our trailer with solar panels. Our battery on our trailer did fine and was at 100% when we departed with our solar panels."

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