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Treehouse Magic offers a unique pet-friendly cabin camping experience with a fenced yard specifically for dogs. The property maintains a 5-star rating among visitors and provides amenities like complimentary coffee alongside designated pet areas. Jellystone Park at Larkspur welcomes pets throughout its 415 sites featuring tent camping, RV spots with full hookups, cabins, and glamping options. Cherry Creek State Park and Chatfield State Park campgrounds also accommodate pets with spacious campsites, though leash requirements apply at all public areas. Most facilities maintain standard pet policies requiring proof of vaccinations, proper waste disposal, and supervision. The parks remain exceptionally clean despite high pet traffic, though the area near Elizabeth at Casey Jones RV Hideaway receives mixed reviews regarding pet amenities.
Rampart Range and Buffalo Creek Recreation Areas provide dispersed camping options where pets can explore more natural settings with fewer restrictions. Mount Herman Road and Dakan Road camping areas offer free dispersed sites particularly popular among pet owners seeking more privacy for their animals. Nearby hiking trails vary in difficulty, with most remaining accessible to dogs on leashes throughout the year. The Colorado Heights Resort provides pet-friendly RV camping with full hookups while maintaining clean grounds suitable for pet exercise. Summer visitors should note the pine trees at Casey Jones drop considerable sap that can stick to pet fur, and extreme temperature variations make having shade and water access essential for pets. Most campgrounds require pets remain leashed except in designated fenced areas.
"As it is very close to the city, the temperature stays consistent with Denver temps. So in the summer, it will not be as cool as some mountain spots."
"The dog park is by far the best. Off leash- so much room; well taken care of and big lake for the dogs to swim. And it’s close to Denver - so we go here weekly!"
from $36 - $200 / night
Check Availability"Located in the city, but once you’re in the park you don’t feel like you’re in the city at all!!! The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious, as are the neighbors."
"Located in the city, but once you’re in the park you don’t feel like you’re in the city at all!!! The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious, as are the neighbors."
from $28 - $432 / night
Check Availability"PROS: Lots of activities; Dog park; Well stocked store; Lots of “comfort stations”; 2 different pool options; Restaurant with bar CONS: Road noise; Train noise; lots of cars driving around (not super"
"We’re a one night in each location maybe 2 as we tour the US in 4-6week chunks."
from $50 - $170 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Looked at 3-4 different sites all had a decent amount of broken glass so be careful with pets/little ones. Certain areas of this road are heavily graded so take it slow if need be"
"There is a LOT of trash out there that you don’t really notice until you stop to take a look The first place we stopped was so covered in broken glass that we opted to find another spot bec our pet pig"
"Just outside Elizabeth and an easy drive to Colorado Springs area and the Parker/Denver areas."
"Quiet,small,friendly,close to town,walmart,Safeway. A little overpriced, but it's still pretty."
from $45 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Dakan Road is mostly known as an Off-Road vehicle Road, so 4x4’s are suggested to get up to the sites."
"The only issue I found is that being so close to civilization/the city is that there was a lack of camp etiquette from neighboring campsites."
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Great campground on Monument hill about 25 miles north of Colorado Springs. It has a outstanding view looking south of front range."
"We are retired so we don't have kids but our two small dogs loved to take me on long walks several times a day. Winter made a late visit but it added to the beauty."
"There's several creeks that run through the area and a network of trails that intersect the Colorado Trail and the road. The area is popular with mountain bikers."
"The area was well kept and obviously beautiful, it's Colorado after all. There was no running water, however the camo host drives an ATV around offering water from giant containers. I loved it."
GuideAwesome campground. Activities for the kids. Helpful and kind staff. Rented golf cart to ride trails there the kids loved it. Nice dog park. Close to everything in Colorado Springs. Can't wait to go back.
TravelerAs it is very close to the city, the temperature stays consistent with Denver temps. So in the summer, it will not be as cool as some mountain spots. That being said, it is very easy to get to and you’ll have the lake right there to cool off!
Entrance into the state park is about $7/day. There is a dog park within the state park that allows off leash and has some ponds the dogs can swim in. Entrance to the dog park is $2.
GuideThis park is definitely well visited, but for good reason. It is located in Woodland Park, a lovely mountain town about 30-40 min. outside Colorado Springs. Lots of sites, mostly RV but there is a nice tent only section with a good number of spaces. We stayed overnight in early July and actually pitched our tent next to our family RV underneath the awning, safe from the summer showers that seem to pass thru almost daily in the summer months. Lots of amenities, including parks with play equipment for the kiddos, a dog park, nice bathrooms & showers.
GuideCamp spots are super close to one another, but you are right up to a stream, there is a dog park and you can walk to downtown manitou springs.
TravelerLocated in the city, but once you’re in the park you don’t feel like you’re in the city at all!!! The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious, as are the neighbors. We were able to set up a tent too! Great place to stroll and relax. Beautiful sunsets. Clean bathrooms and laundry facilities with a little vending machine.
A great place for camping (RV and tent spots), fishing, wildlife/nature viewing, hiking, boating (all water activities), has a swim beach, marina, off leash dog park, shooting range, horse stables that you can do a beautiful hour horseback ride.
FEES: Campsites $41 full hookup, basic campsite $28, daily park pass is $11, annual park pass $83, daily dog park pass $3, annual dog park pass $25, and group camping is available too.
TravelerLocated in the city, but once you’re in the park you don’t feel like you’re in the city at all!!! The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious, as are the neighbors. We were able to set up a tent too! Great place to stroll and relax. Beautiful sunsets. Clean bathrooms and laundry facilities with a little vending machine.
A great place for camping (RV and tent spots), fishing, wildlife/nature viewing, hiking, boating (all water activities), has a swim beach, marina, off leash dog park, shooting range, horse stables that you can do a beautiful hour horseback ride.
FEES: Campsites $41 full hookup, basic campsite $28, daily park pass is $11, annual park pass $83, daily dog park pass $3, annual dog park pass $25, and group camping is available too.
GuideGreat campground here at this state park. We have always stayed in the Arapahoe Group Loop for holiday weekends. Arapahoe Group Loop has a great pavillion with outdoor kitchen and bathroom. Overall Camper amenities are great and very clean. Many well shaded individual sites are available. Campsites are far from other park amenities like Dog Park, Shooting Range, Marina. Swim beach is a 10 minute walk-able distance from campground. Recommend driving to get around the park.
TravelerGreat Campground, Incredible Dog Park
LegendThis is a location that you only camp if you literally don't have any worries about being around people. It is ALWAYS packed due to the tons of hiking trails, huge dog park, and water access.
I taught kayaking to little ones here and it was always a fight to get into the park, get to the water, and not get run over by boats and unexperienced (or entitled) people.
The campground is well maintained but it sit really worth being able to be basically in a metropolitan city? For me I'll go somewhere more nature friendly and less crowded.
BUT it is excellent for dogs. We love taking out dogs here because they can play in water, run their hearts out, and hang out with other dogs. It is pricey to get into the park though. $80 for a year pass to the state parks and another $25 for the dog park fees.
Dispersed camping around Franktown, Colorado sits at elevations between 6,500 and 8,500 feet, creating variable temperature conditions throughout the camping season. The area's pine forests provide natural windbreaks and shade for summer camping, while rocky terrain makes proper site selection crucial. Located at the transition between Denver's plains and the Front Range, seasonal access varies with snow levels in winter months.
Mountain biking at Buffalo Creek: Buffalo Creek Recreation Area features extensive trail networks for various skill levels. Trails range from beginner to advanced with many connecting to the Colorado Trail. "Great place to spend a day to a few weeks depending on lifestyle. Fire pits and hiking near," notes one Buffalo Creek Recreation Area visitor.
Hiking at Mount Herman: The Mount Herman trails provide access to panoramic views of the Front Range. Trails vary from 1-4 miles with moderate difficulty ratings and 500-1,200 feet of elevation gain. According to a visitor at Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping, "Beautiful views, ~50 minutes of rocky gravel road to reach the top but doable in any vehicle depending on the weather. Tons of spots and easy to be secluded."
Water recreation options: Chatfield Reservoir offers boating, fishing and swimming from May through September with required day-use passes. "Great views of mountains. Just minutes south of Denver. With decent facilities and a playground for kiddos," reports a Chatfield visitor.
Privacy at dispersed sites: Dakan Road camping areas provide more solitude than established campgrounds. Sites are typically spaced 100-200 yards apart with natural barriers. "We stayed at site 93 in late May. The roads were maintained and we didn't have any issues getting to the site. This site by far had the best views and enough space for multiple cars and tents," explains one Dakan Road Camping visitor.
Family-friendly established options: Jellystone Park at Larkspur offers structured activities for children throughout the camping season. "Great campground. Clean. Pine trees give great shade all day. Hook ups and dump station. Just outside Elizabeth and an easy drive to Colorado Springs area and the Parker/Denver areas," reports a visitor to Casey Jones RV Hideaway.
Convenient location: Most campgrounds provide easy access to both Denver and Colorado Springs attractions. "This place is huge and has many amenities. It's very well maintained. The bathrooms were very clean and the showers were pay only and only with a bank card. $1.50 for a five minute shower," notes a Cherry Creek State Park Campground visitor.
Weekend crowding: Most free dispersed camping fills by Thursday afternoons during summer months. "This area is very busy with off road vehicles, dirt bikes and 4 wheelers. As long as you don't mind some noise it shouldn't be much of an issue," warns a Dakan Road visitor.
Fire restrictions: Local fire bans frequently affect dispersed camping areas during dry periods. Check county websites for current restrictions before departure. "There is an active fire ban in the area and the neighbors were lighting 5ft tall fires with gasoline which put us at risk," cautions a visitor at Buffalo Creek.
Wildlife awareness: Bear activity requires proper food storage in all camping areas near Franktown. Use bear canisters or vehicle storage. A visitor at Jellystone Park™ at Larkspur mentioned, "We drove around in the nearby quaint town of Larkspur and even spotted a bear!"
Specialized facilities: Treehouse Magic offers a pet-friendly cabin option with fenced areas specifically designed for dogs. "Ashley here with The Dyrt. I'm SO excited to have this property on our platform. I'm in love with the beautiful decor and the amazing architecture. Complimentary coffee, gel foam full mattress, a fenced yard for your fur friends, and so much more," notes a Treehouse Magic reviewer.
Activity planning: Jellystone Park provides scheduled kids' activities throughout summer months. "This place is great for little kids. From flag raising in the morning to hay rides, all day activities to the camp fire story times there is something for every kids to keep busy," explains a visitor.
Weather preparation: Pack for temperature swings of 30-40 degrees between day and night, even in summer. "Great campground, we camped back by the little lake. It was quiet as there were few campers at the time. The train was expected, so it didn't bother me to much," reports a visitor to Jellystone.
Leveling challenges: Many forested sites require significant leveling equipment. "The campsite that I had was very uneven. It was practically a down hill slope. I had a hard time getting my camper level," warns a Casey Jones RV Hideaway visitor.
Space considerations: Colorado Heights Resort accommodates larger rigs but with some limitations. "Nice place to stay. I have a 42ft trailer. It's a little tight at the entrance with the tree of shame. I didn't hit the tree. So get there early enough that light is still out," advises a Colorado Heights Resort visitor.
Electrical variations: Be prepared for power fluctuations at some campgrounds. "Electricity fluctuated throughout the park 104 to 118. Be careful," notes a Colorado Heights Resort camper.
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