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$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."
"The "Buffalo Creek Recreation Area" is ONLY the 35 designated dispersed campsites that start just west of the intersection marked on the map(Redskin Rd/County road 550 AND Deckers Road/hwy 126)."
"Although there are a few actual campgrounds in the Buffalo creek area, there are also quite a few designated dispersed campsites along the road."
$40 - $120 / night
"Regardless, the lake is pretty and the trail is fun for hiking. Word of caution- every year I see/hear about multiple dogs going down the waterfall. No major injuries but it scares the owners."
"The campground and lake are very nice. There are several campsites that sit right on the water. There are also campsites that sit further up on the mountain."
$28 / night
"Welcoming campground, spur trails connecting it straight to the Colorado Trail and other connections in the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area."
"We had set up a small tent in a spot in Buffalo Creek and headed out for a hike and when we returned our tent had been stolen. We were just glad that we didn't put everything out."
"My 9 yr old son and I have been “jeeping” around Colorado for about 8 months now. We make it a point to wake up to a different view every day."
"Fun place to camp lots of sites and pretty trails, however this is known for its off-road ATV riders. If you're staying for a night or you're ATV for the weekend this is your spot."
$28 / night
"Very accessible to Deckers. Most of the shops close by 6PM."
"We were able to tube on the river and we were at site five so we had direct access to the river as well. Just as a heads up this is a walk in site, but your cars aren’t parked very far away."
"This was our first time staying at Bear Creek Lake. The park is not part of the Colorado Wilds or CPW State Park system, but daily vehicle fees are included with your camping reservation."
"Note: If the GPS takes you to a dirt road with a closed gate at the end, get back on the highway and take the next exit to the park entrance."
"Each of them have a parking area right along the road with a fire ring a short distance away surrounded by awesome rock outcroppings."
"This is now my favorite campsite in Colorado. Just an hour from Denver… nice road… large campsites with fire pits, hiking trails. Minutes from fishing. Perfect!!"
$24 / night
"Right on the South Platte River where you can walk straight out your tent and into the streams. Very well supervised, clean bathrooms, trash dumps."
"Plenty of room for the dogs and kids to play away from the road and river. There are multiple trails to the river at the back of the sites. River is cold this time of year but clean."
$24 / night
"There a several sites near the water and some closer to the road side. It's a beautiful area but it is a small Campground so keep that in mind."
"Nice area, clean sites, clean restrooms, close to the river, lots of trees."
TravelerFirst comes first. I planned to stay one night, but then decided to take advantage of the area and stay an extra night. Since I travel in SUV converted into mini camper - I parked next to a river ( love the sound of flowing water) Toward the end of the road there are multiple fireplaces and tent areas which got occupied the next day by a nice group of mountain bikers. Personally I enjoyed the area just to relax with a small hike/walk along the river. It’s a great place to stop for road travelers or to spend the weekend with friends/family in RV .
When you come off the road - go all the way to the end ( stay right). Yet there are additional areas if you would go left at the fork.
ScoutWe went on a Sunday, the weekend after the 4th of July. It was quite easy to find a campground for dispersed camping with other sites marked. Recommend a 4-wheel drive vehicle to reach some of the spots, especially if there is poor weather.
It is populated with people on ATVs, as well as other campers near you if you decide on an easy-to-access campsite.
I saw complaints on here about trash around the campsites, but they were clean. Very little trash, even when exploring around the campsites and into the wooded areas. We also saw no one seeming to live there long-term.
Will go again!
my only 4/5 star is due to the population, and also the slight confusion coming into the grounds as to where it is allowed and not allowed to camp.
TravelerThis is a very nice area with many walking/biking trails. It is clear the sites are heavily used though, with small pieces of plastic and glass scattered about. We did our best to clean our area, anyway. The area is busy and can easily fill for the weekend by Thursday mid-day.
GuideMost sites are only slightly off the road. Not ideal for me. I was lucky to get site 17. Best view in my opinion. Road is fine for high clearance. But all of us with 4wD ask that you move over for us.
TravelerAll in all, it was a good site. Flying insects caused some grumpy people.
GuideAbout 32 or more spots along redskin creek road that goes back a few miles with spots with fire rings along the dirt road. Eventually there is a campground that is pretty packed on the weekends, but some great spots with room for cars and groups, most are secluded from others. Def can get busy all 32 spots were taken at like 3pm on a Saturday. Please pack out, ended up cleaning a bunch of toilet paper left near one of the hiking trails. Not buggy at all even after a quick rain. Road can take on 2WD cars easily.
TravelerThe road in is gravel and pretty choppy, but the weather was good and my car made it fine but I was going like 5 mph. If the weather wasn’t good you would probably need 4x4. Lots of firewood around. I was here on a weekend and Saturday night it was pretty full and there was some trash around but nothing crazy.
ScoutI love the amenities. The pool and spa and exercise room are awesome. Plus it’s only 10 minute from the garden of the gods. Some spots are tight to get into and the spaces are tight but the location is awesome.
ScoutEach campsite feels personal and is gorgeous. Bathrooms are never far, but the well-kept shower house might be a bit of a walk. The end of the campground feeds into many trailheads, which are great for exploring.
Camping near Buffalo Creek, Colorado, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Buffalo Creek, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to check the specific campground details to make the most of your trip!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Buffalo Creek, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 370 campgrounds and RV parks near Buffalo Creek, CO and 116 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Buffalo Creek, CO is Chatfield State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 75 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 116 free dispersed camping spots near Buffalo Creek, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Buffalo Creek, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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