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    Several RV campgrounds surround Empire, Colorado, offering convenient access to mountain adventures. Idaho Springs RV Resort & Campground offers 39 big-rig friendly sites with full hookups including 30/50 amp electrical service. Just 7 miles off I-70, this park sits at 8,100 feet elevation and includes amenities like a gift shop and laundry facilities. Cottonwood RV Campground in Idaho Springs operates year-round with full hookup sites and 50 amp service for larger motorhomes. Clear Creek RV Park in Golden provides full hookup sites with 50 amp service but doesn't accommodate big rigs, operating seasonally from May through September. One RVer noted, "Sites were level and had plenty of space. Each had a fire pit and picnic table. Full hook ups worked great."

    Mountain driving conditions require preparation when accessing RV parks in this region. Many parks near Empire have gravel sites that may need leveling blocks, especially for larger motorhomes. Cell service varies significantly by location, with some parks offering WiFi to compensate for spotty coverage. Dump stations are available at most parks, though some charge additional fees for this service. Pet-friendly policies are common throughout the area, but fire restrictions may apply depending on seasonal conditions. Propane is typically available for purchase on-site or nearby. During peak summer months and fall foliage season, advance reservations are strongly recommended as these RV campgrounds fill quickly due to their proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park and other popular destinations.

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    Best RV Campgrounds near Empire (285)

      1. Dakota Ridge RV Park

      3.3(42)26mi from EmpireRVs

      "We pulled in late in a 38 ft Class A without a reservation and they had 1 spot in the late check-in box that would accommodate our motor home. Very clean and well maintained RV park. Beautiful view."

      "Perfect location on the edge of the city. Easy access to highways and the city. It is pricey and there are many rules but it is full service with a very friendly staff."

      2. Idaho Springs RV Campground

      4.5(6)5mi from EmpireRVs

      "If you are looking for a seamless mountain getaway, this park in Idaho Springs is a must-visit."

      "Well kept, very clean restrooms, showers, laundry. Close to sooo much."

      from $65 - $120 / night

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      3. Clear Creek RV Park

      4.0(29)24mi from EmpireRVs, Tents

      "Stayed here for a month and a half with electric only (full hook up spots for extended stays were already taken but that was okay). Staff is extremely helpful and accommodating."

      "Had a back-in full-hookups site that backed up to the walking path/sidewalk beside the river. Our site was long enough to stay hooked up."

      from $68 - $85 / night

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      4. Tiger Run RV Resort

      4.0(12)24mi from Empire1 siteRVs, Cabins

      "We stayed in March for some spring skiing. Not only was it one of few if not the only park open during the winter months but is located right in between Breckenridge, Keystone and A Basin."

      "We had a great stay at Tiger Run RV Resort in Breckenridge! The mature trees throughout the resort make it feel private and relaxing, and the full-hookup sites were spacious and convenient."

      from $105 / night

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      5. Sun Outdoors Rocky Mountain

      4.8(15)27mi from EmpireRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Later in the season we got a free day of we paid for two days. For a pull through it was only $67+tax per night."

      "There are all kinds of things to do on the grounds, plus you have quick and easy access to the Rocky Mountain National Park, Arapaho National Forest, and Roosevelt National Forest."

      from $51 - $350 / night

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      6. Cottonwood RV Campground

      3.0(1)8mi from EmpireRVs

      7. Applewood RV Resort by Rjourney

      3.4(15)29mi from EmpireRVs

      "Good location close to interstate to access all the cool towns and site seeing west of Denver."

      "When I walked in the office, I was greeted by 5 wonderful sweet dogs. I love dogs so there couldn't have been a better greeting. Kathy was very friendly and helpful."

      8. Peak to Peak RV Park

      3.0(1)17mi from EmpireRVs

      from $40 / night

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      9. Grand Lake / Rocky Mountain National Park KOA Journey

      4.5(10)35mi from EmpireRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Check in was easy, we had a great spot (RV33) which had privacy due to being surrounded by bushes on the sides between the abutting sites, and just a grassy lawn behind us."

      "This campground is in a great location, close to Grand Lake and the other lakes surrounding it, and RMNP. The people there are very friendly and welcoming."

      10. Elk Meadows Lodge & RV Resort

      3.3(17)42mi from EmpireRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Good Sam discount CO RV Parks are all more on the expensive side, but Elk Meadow is on the lower end of those around them. Great access to the RMNP(5 mins max!), as well as to downtown."

      "The rv park is close to town. It would be great if the rv park was on a shuttle stop. There is wide space between campers. The bathroom near my site was immaculate."

      from $40 - $81 / night

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    RV Park Reviews near Empire, CO

    2578 Reviews of 285 Empire Campgrounds


    • 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.

    • william H.
      Jun. 25, 2018

      Lone Rock Campground

      Line Rock review

      We love this campground due to the river access. The do have potable water but it tastes pretty bad, so brIng drinking/cooking water. Most, if not all sites, have a picnic table and fire pit. During reservable season (Memorial Day to Labor Day I believe), the campground host usually has firewood for sale. No cell service, no electric. We hear that the cafe In Deckers may be getting wifi. The campground is open all year but the water is shut off in the winter. Sites are close to each other.

    • A
      Sep. 9, 2019

      Denver West-Central City KOA

      Beautiful KOA

      Campground is located above Central City with great views. Amenities include full hookup sites both pull through and back-in. Store with everything a camper would need. Clean restrooms and showers. Playground and dog friendly. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

    • S
      Sep. 11, 2022

      Glacier Basin Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

      Wonderful Stay

      I have a 22’ travel trailer I pull behind an F150. Since this campground is inside Rocky Mountain National Park, the roads are all paved.

      The campground sites are situated around one-way driving loops, which are quite narrow. Best to pay attention to which side of the loop your site is on so your trailer door doesn’t open up onto the road. I think they error on the side of caution when it comes to the size of trailer fitting into each spot. At least for mine. They said max 26’ (trailer + tow vehicle), but I’m closer to 32’ and I fit fine. That may not be true of all campsites though. There is parking very close by if your tow vehicle can’t squeeze into the site.

      My site didn’t have a whole lot of trees, but they planted a bunch of small ones to try and fix this years from now. Sites were level and had lots of space. Each had a fire pit and picnic table.

      There were no hookups and no cell service (Verizon). They did have trash drop offs, water for cleaning pans and dishes, and bathrooms. It was very quiet at night. Generators are allowed but only for a couple times a day during short windows.

      Glacier Basin campground is just a few miles from the Bear Lake trailhead. It was very nice to stay inside the park. Vehicle passes to get into National Parks were still required when I stayed and the lines to get in were very long and slow.

    • Ross W.
      Jun. 17, 2025

      Flatiron Reservoir Campground

      Disappointed

      We stayed at site F03 from June 8–14 (we left a day early) and were very disappointed in the condition of this campground.

      We live full-time in our motorhome and have traveled extensively across the country. Sadly, this was one of the worst campsites we’ve stayed at. The grass was extremely overgrown, the bushes and trees were encroaching on the site, and the water spigot in our area was non-functional. The site itself was so steep that we had to pull in forward just to attempt leveling our Class A RV—completely unsuitable for big rigs.

      Adding to that, this is not a full hookup site. You're paying over $50 per night (after the additional $10 vehicle charge) for electricity only, with the nearest dump station 7 miles away. That price is far too high for what’s offered, especially given the lack of maintenance.

      To their credit, the park office was understanding and did refund two nights of our stay, which we appreciated. However, we left a day early and will not be returning.

    • Julia M.
      Oct. 9, 2020

      Elk Meadows Lodge & RV Resort

      Beautiful View / Accessible Location

      Good Sam discount CO RV Parks are all more on the expensive side, but Elk Meadow is on the lower end of those around them. Great access to the RMNP(5 mins max!), as well as to downtown. Beautiful views of Longs Peak! Nearest grocery is close(5 miles away). Elk occasionally pass thru the front area which was really cool! There is also 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. 

      GUEST SERVICES= great customer service! Friendly staff anytime I went into the office; they shuffled around to accommodate out extended stay on the spot so we wouldn't have to relocate and could stay at our site the whole time we were in town. We appreciated that! 

      WIFI/ CELL SERVICE= provided, but not reliable. We used our AT&T hotspot the entire time bc we work remote. Cell service was 4 bars and worked fine in the entire campground. 

      LAUNDRY: Not the cleanest laundry room we've been too, but it worked. There was a soap and water station in the laundry I used to wipe down the inside of the washer(by the chlorox holder) before using. The trashcan always seemed to be overflowing with lent and trash, but again, clean enough. 

      SITE: Wide roads and turns; easy to navigate throughout the campground; quiet; picnic table; spacious, no shade, needed levels on one side of our RV; dirt roads throughout so, unless it rained, it was very dusty and so we didn't open our windows as much as we wanted with the fresh mountain air. When it rained and calmed down the dust, then it was perfect to open the windows.

    • K
      Jun. 21, 2024

      East Portal Campground at Estes Park

      Clean, quiet and beautiful.

      Family friendly campground at the end of a quiet road near RMNP. Quiet, no generators heard as big rigs won’t fit! Tents, vans, car camping and camper trailers fit well. Clean bathrooms, hot showers, friendly hosts, ice and fire wood for sale. Big playground and not crazy expensive.

    • Jason F.
      May. 19, 2021

      Gore Creek Campground

      So good, I don’t want to tell you about it.

      Gore Creek Campground is a true gem of the National Forest Service. If you are looking for a great boondocking location that is close to great trails and breathtaking views, this just might be the place for you. The entrance to the campground is ~2 miles off of I-70 Exit 180 on Bighorn Road. Only 10 minutes from Vail Village and 25 minutes from Frisco.

      We stayed in Site #8, which provided plenty of room for our 22’ travel trailer and pickup. The sites each have a large picnic table and fire ring.

      Pit toilets are spread through the campground and were very clean and well maintained. The campground hosts do a great job of keeping everything tidy and looking great. They also have bundles of firewood for sale for $7 at their site just inside the entrance to the campground.

      I can’t say enough about this place. It’s probably my favorite spot to camp in Colorado. I almost didn’t post this review for fear of the secret getting out.

    • J
      Aug. 25, 2023

      Moraine Loop Campground

      Water front campsites are gorgeous

      About 45 minutes from Grand Lake entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park. 9 mile dirt road to get to the campground. Nice level sites each with picnic/tent area. Vault toilets were clean. No water fill, dump stations, showers or flush toilets. Hosts said the camp was packed from 4th July until Aug 20th


    Guide to Empire

    RV parks near Empire provide access to the mountainous terrain surrounding Idaho Springs and Golden. Idaho Springs RV Resort & Campground features 39 sites with both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical hookups, sewer connections, and water hookups for fully self-contained camping. "Right off the highway near Winter Park, this forest service access point has several campgrounds along the road. Fairly quiet, well-trafficked, you can put your RV, trailer, or tent up for the night in any spot you find suitable," according to one reviewer. Cottonwood RV Campground on Highway 103 accommodates tent and RV campers with electric, sewer, and water hookups but lacks shower facilities. Clear Creek RV Park in Golden operates seasonally from May through September with full hookup rv sites and includes 50-amp service, though the pull-through rv pads are limited as one reviewer noted, "spaces are pretty tight and maneuvering takes attention."

    Navigating mountain roads to reach some campgrounds requires caution, particularly for larger rigs. Many access roads leading to dispersed camping areas are unsuitable for RVs larger than sprinter vans. A visitor mentioned that York Gulch Road has "a pretty steep ascent" and warns "if you have anything bigger than a sprinter van, I wouldn't try this." Winter operations vary across the region, with some locations like Tiger Run RV Resort remaining open year-round while others close during snow season. Most parks within 30 miles of Empire require reservations during peak summer months. Dakota Ridge RV Park near Golden prohibits campfires but provides full hookups, big rig friendly spaces, and on-site amenities including showers, toilets, and a market. Cell service ranges from excellent at established rv sites to intermittent in more remote locations.

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