Campsites around Broomfield, Colorado range from 5,100 to 7,500 feet in elevation, creating diverse camping experiences within an hour's drive of the city. Campers can access both open plains locations with mountain views and higher elevation forest settings. Weather conditions vary significantly with elevation, with plains campgrounds typically 10-15 degrees warmer than mountain sites during summer months.
What to do
Riverside relaxation: Clear Creek RV Park in Golden offers direct access to a popular walking path along the creek. "The River area was well-developed and well-used by the community as well as campers. It was a little disconcerting to hear people walking and talking so close behind our campsite, but we got used to it," notes one visitor.
Urban hiking: Several parks provide access to nearby trail systems. At Prospect RV Park, "there's a nice lake and park which connects to hiking trails. So you're in the city but a few steps away, you feel like you're out. Best of both worlds," according to a camper.
Mountain access: Campgrounds west of Broomfield serve as gateways to Rocky Mountain National Park. Spruce Lake RV Park in Estes Park offers "prime location to both RMNP and Estes Park," as one camper noted, allowing convenient day trips with minimal driving time.
What campers like
Proximity to Denver: Sites near Broomfield provide convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining mountain views. Dakota Ridge RV Park "allows easy access to Denver, Golden, and the foothills," according to one reviewer, with another noting it's "20 minutes to Denver, 10 minutes to Red Rocks, 8 minutes to the Coors Brewery."
Private bathroom facilities: Some parks offer individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. At Loveland RV Resort, "bathroom and shower were private with a personal key - pure luxury! And everything was very nice and clean," according to a satisfied camper.
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds feature regular wildlife sightings. "We enjoyed seeing the kids playing in the playground and riding around the park on their bikes. Nearly every day a deer would come munch on the greenery right behind our rig," observed a camper at Riverview RV Park in Loveland.
What you should know
Site leveling: Many campgrounds require equipment for proper leveling. "Sites 8 & 9 are extremely unlevel, but the other sites are pretty fine," warns a camper about Clear Creek RV Park, while others note varying surface conditions throughout the area.
Seasonal campgrounds: Not all facilities operate year-round. Some parks like Clear Creek RV Park only operate "May 1 to Sep 30," requiring campers to plan accordingly for spring and fall trips.
Water pressure issues: Several parks have unusually high water pressure that requires regulation. "Be sure to have a water pressure regulator or you'll come back to a flooded RV," warns one camper who learned this lesson at Prospect RV Park.
Tree sap concerns: Mature trees provide welcome shade but can create unexpected problems. At Loveland RV Resort, one camper reported that "the trees drop a horrible yellow sap that was on EVERYTHING after only one night, our shoes, our floors, our dogs, our rig, our vehicles."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and pools: Many rv parks near Broomfield feature family amenities. "Kids loved mini golf and the pool," noted a visitor to Spruce Lake RV Park, while another mentioned that Elk Meadow Lodge offers "a big dog run and activities."
Urban-adjacent nature: Campgrounds near cities offer unique combination experiences. At Elk Meadow Lodge, "there is a little area next to the RV park where I think they park stored vehicles and it's a great place to walk. It's dirt, but about the size of a track," providing safe recreation space.
Water recreation: Several parks provide water access for summer activities. "There is so much to do at this location; aside from the sectioned off RV area, there are lots of paths and locals parks to adventure around. Tubing & swimming in the creek is wonderful especially in summertime," shares a family who visited Riverview RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Big rig considerations: Maneuverability varies significantly between rv parks in Broomfield and surrounding areas. "Must be an experienced driver to navigate the tight lots and roads," notes one RVer about Clear Creek RV Park, while Dakota Ridge offers more comfortable big rig access.
Internet connectivity: Work-from-road travelers report variable connectivity. "WiFi: Slow, but strong signal and definitely usable for light web browsing. Google speed test showed 2Mbps down, 0.40Mbps up," shared one camper at Dakota Ridge RV Park, with many others recommending cellular data instead of campground WiFi.
Traffic patterns: Urban-adjacent camping comes with traffic considerations. "Colfax Road is extremely busy & unfortunately loud," notes one camper about Dakota Ridge RV Park, suggesting sites further from main roads for those sensitive to noise.
