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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."
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.
TravelerCame here for my birthday a few years ago, and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking—mountains, lake views, the whole deal! The drive in was no joke (prepare for a bit of an adventure), and there was some construction going on across the lake that echoed over to our site. Hopefully, that’s all wrapped up by now.
Now, fair warning—there are no bathrooms, so we definitely had to rough it. If you’re up for the full backcountry experience, it’s totally worth it. Just make sure to follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out everything—yes, even that.
The best part? Our campsite was huge—plenty of space for our whole group, multiple tents, and a couple of cars. With a picnic table and fire pit included, it made for the perfect outdoorsy hangout spot. Would absolutely go back—just maybe with better toilet planning next time!
TravelerI loved this campsite, lots of options right by the river for tent campers. You have to go about 20-30 minutes past the coordinates, to the intersection with forest road 376. There are a couple spots on 376d, and then a lot more with very uneven roads on 376b. No service at all with ATT from my experience. Really really loved the site! The only reason I deducted a star was because of the inaccurate location, but it’s a very cool and secluded spot during the week—saw a couple of moose on my way in and around 9pm one ran through my campsite! Most of my photos are from the 376b loop as there are a lot more spots to choose from
ScoutAfter a day of worrying where we could stay thank goodness we came across clear creek getaway. We had an amazing time thanks to Rick’s hospitality! Our yellow A frame was the perfect little home with the most gorgeous view of the sunset. Conveniently located off the 70 it has bathrooms, board games, and a bbq! This was a magical stay of epic proportions and I would highly recommend it to any traveler’s.
ScoutWe’re getting ready to boondock for a bit. Instead of overnighting at a trick spot we snagged site 13 at about noon, same day. Great pricing with only about a $20 premium to dump/fill at Love’s and electric/water hookups with dump station included. Really pretty spot. We’d probably come back to stay longer! Weather was super pleasant and cool enough at night to have windows open on July 10th.
GuideWe stayed here overnight on a backpacking trip. Tons of small areas to camp a little ways off trail with plenty of water access.
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!
Frequently Asked Questions
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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