Camping options near Foxfield, Colorado range from state parks to mountain recreation areas within 25-45 minutes of the town. The area sits at approximately 5,800 feet elevation with warm summer days reaching 80-90°F and cooler nights around 50-60°F. Winter camping remains available at several year-round facilities, though temperatures can drop below freezing at night.
What to do
**Mountain biking trails: Buffalo Creek offers extensive trail networks for cyclists of all levels. At Buffalo Creek Recreation Area, campers find "plenty of trails for various ability levels" with "excellent mountain biking and hiking."
**Climb for views: The ridge overlooking Dakota Ridge provides panoramic views of Denver and the mountains. "Walk up the hill to the open space adjacent to the campground for a view of the mountains and the city," notes one visitor to Dakota Ridge RV Park.
**Water recreation: Cherry Creek Reservoir offers swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities. "Traffic backs up all the way from the Entrance on Parker Rd to the Entrance Booth on weekends and holidays. Once the capacity for the Park is reached, you will not be allowed in," advises a camper who recommends arriving early.
**Urban exploration: Take advantage of public transportation to explore Denver from nearby campgrounds. "The bus to Union Station leaves every hour just outside the campground - so with an easy 30 min trip, you are in the center of Denver," reports a visitor to Applewood RV Resort.
What campers like
**Clean facilities: The showers and bathrooms at Clear Creek RV Park receive high marks. "Bathrooms were clean. The bike bath and creek are nice. I would stay here again," writes one reviewer. Another notes that "the bathrooms are very clean and well maintained."
**Creek access: Clear Creek provides refreshing water activities during summer months. "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."
**Kid-friendly amenities: Jellystone Park at Larkspur caters specifically to families with children. "So much to do for the littles!! Recently completely redone the entire park and it is all so wonderful! The campsites are amazing and the activities are so much fun."
**Privacy at dispersed sites: For those seeking solitude with their pets, Buffalo Creek provides well-spaced campsites. "The sites are large and far apart from each other so we were able to socially distance within our own group. There was plenty of tree coverage for rainstorms and shade."
What you should know
**Reservation requirements: Chatfield State Park Campground fills quickly during peak season. "Without a reservation you put your name on a list that they start going through at 1pm to assign sites. As someone tent-camping this is no problem, just takes some time."
**Fire restrictions: Many areas implement seasonal fire bans, particularly during dry months. "There is an active fire ban in the area and the neighbors were lighting 5ft tall fires with gasoline which put us at risk. If you are going to be camping in BLM or Wildlife Areas please follow the restrictions."
**Weekend crowds: Free camping areas fill by Thursday afternoon in peak season. "The area is busy and can easily fill for the weekend by Thursday mid-day," reports a Buffalo Creek camper. Another advises: "If you're only available for a weekend, it may be best to plan for a day trip up here instead."
**Highway noise: Some campgrounds near major roads experience traffic noise. Applewood RV Resort has "highway noise" according to reviews, while the Flying Saucer RV Park has "heavy traffic sounds, crowded parking sites for permanent residents."
Tips for camping with families
**Arrive early for swim access: Cherry Creek State Park offers swimming but requires planning. "Nice Swim Beach with brand new Bldg. Many covered Picnic sites, but again, you MUST arrive at the break of day to secure one," suggests a frequent visitor.
**Bring quarters for showers: Several campgrounds require coins for shower access. "Showers are coin-operated as well. $1.50 for a five minute shower," notes one camper at Cherry Creek State Park. Chatfield campers report similar pay showers.
**Pack out trash: Limited disposal options exist at many sites. "Please plan to pack your trash out. Seems to be a severe shortage of dumpsters or trash cans and people leave behind huge bags of trash," reports a Cherry Creek visitor who lives nearby.
**Consider weekday visits: For pet-friendly camping near Foxfield with fewer crowds, schedule mid-week stays. "We came up Sunday and drove around for an hour trying to find a spot. Sunday evening it cleared up and we were the only ones there mon-tues! I loved the spot we found, super peaceful and secluded."
Tips from RVers
**Arrive with water filled: Dispersed camping areas like Buffalo Creek have no hookups. "There are no bathrooms so the first day we got there we did a trash clean up of the backwoods of our site from toilet paper left out there," reports one RVer about the need for self-sufficiency.
**Check site levelness: Some campgrounds have uneven sites. At Dakota Ridge, campers report that the "A3 site chosen is gravel with a hole or two and significantly tilted low to the front left...requiring a 4 high stack." At Applewood, "sites are not necessarily level & certainly aren't spacious."
**Bring a pressure regulator: Water pressure varies significantly between campgrounds. "Be sure to have a water pressure regulator or you'll come back to a flooded RV," warns a visitor to Applewood RV Resort, highlighting an often overlooked detail for those seeking pet-friendly camping near Foxfield.
**Expect extra fees: Day-use and entrance fees apply at state parks beyond camping costs. "There is also an $11 day pass fee not included in your camping stay," notes a Cherry Creek State Park camper, an important consideration for budget planning.
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