Best Dispersed Camping near Englewood, CO
Buffalo Creek Recreation Area provides free dispersed camping about an hour from Denver, with 35 designated sites spread along Redskin Creek Road (County Road 550). Sites are well-spaced for privacy, generally large enough for tents and some accommodating smaller RVs or trailers. Most spots include fire pits with grill grates, though fire restrictions are common during dry periods. According to one visitor, "the sites are spread out, so even the neighboring campsite is a good distance away to feel like you're out there alone."
The area fills quickly, particularly on weekends when arriving by Thursday or early Friday morning is recommended. No drinking water, hookups or trash service is available, though several portable toilets are positioned along the 5-mile road. While popular for boondocking, the 14-day camping limit appears to be enforced, with rangers making regular patrols. The dirt access road is described as "washboard" but manageable for most vehicles. The recreation area offers excellent mountain biking and hiking opportunities, with trails connecting to the Colorado Trail network and world-class fishing available nearby in Deckers.