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"We actually were able to go around on the Fraser side with Road 72 and it ran right into the other side of Vasquez. Lots of dispersed camping in the forest and next to a creek. Super peaceful."
"There are different types of sites, including some pull-offs for campers, some sites you could drive into off the road, and some with parking on the road and a small hike down to the site."
"So the Gordon Gulch dispersed camping area has around 15 numbered sites that are ok... but if you keep driving further down 233.1 you will find many more unnumbered campsites."
"Getting here is easy, only a few miles away from Nederland and I had cell service (verizon) the entire time."
$29 - $58 / night
"Nice sized spaces, many sites close to the water, good wildlife sittings (moose, bald eagles, bear) beautiful large lake with Colorado River headwaters, near town of Grand Lake and entrance to Rocky Mt"
"This is true wilderness camping at its best overlooking beautiful Colorado waters with the Mountains peaking down upon you is where you will find yourself camping with great amenities and water available"
"Just outside of Idaho Springs, take the exit for Co Rd 275 off of I-70. It's a scenic drive up a curvy paved road for about 15 minutes."
"It is about 7 miles of dirt road, and 4 miles of very challenging (for me) driving.
Be sure to follow the sign LEFT to Chinns Lake. "
"There are many trails and roads for mountain biking and hiking. The trails leave right from the campground. St. Louis Creek runs adjacent to the campground with easy access and good trout fishing."
"Beautiful location, more remote than many of the other campgrounds near Winter Park / Fraser area. Byers Peak hike is nearby which gives great views of the valley and surrounding areas."
"I first camped in Colorado last year with a friend and we chose this dispersed due to it being close to travel too- yet still dispersed. I’ve come back 4 other times to camp here!"
"It is a light off road trail and would recommend having high vehicle clearance and 4x4. We were unable to park right next to the reservoir because it was closed off."
"Not only is this pretty easy to reach, but Peak to Peak highway is great to drive. Just take P to P south from Nederland and turn right on HWY 132… Campsites and trailhead are about 1/2 mile down. "
"Great (free) Forrest Service campground west of Boulder, CO near a cute little town Nederland."
"You won’t be able to get to these sites without a car with four wheel drive. We drove up to some of the higher spots with an awesome view of mountains, a lake and Longmont in the distance."
"This will be one of few free camping spots around Rocky Mt. National Park. The road in begins easy but gets more difficult as you get onto National Forest Land."
"good location for cute old mountain towns! also close to Denver and other must sees in Colorado!"
"8100’ high. 7 miles off I-70 at Idaho Springs. 25 miles into outskirts of Denver. Don’t worry they have oxygen! Not kidding!!"
"The lake is lovely, and with hiking trail access to more than one trail, it offers fishing, hiking, and of course relaxing."
"We happened to come across Rainbow lakes campground in a google search of nearby campgrounds."
TravelerHas excellent cell service and has wide open spots to camp!
GuideWhat a gift this site was! Went camping with a friend for 2 nights over the 4th of July. We found one of the last sites and it was lovely. Very little traffic- just a couple vans and ATVs. Things to note: the weather is incredibly unpredictable (pack a rain jacket) and with the joy of the stream comes the curse of 100000 flies. I wish I was exaggerating, but we were bombarded constantly whenever the sun was out. Still altogether wonderful!
GuideNice small campground between Kremmling and Yampa. You cannot reserve sites, it is first come first serve sites only and the sites are only $20 per night (Prior to 2024 they were $10 per night). It is managed by the Forest Service, clean vault toilets and a great place for ATV trail riding, many sites offer plenty of shade too.
ScoutWe arrived on Thursday 8/7/2025 at 7am looking for a spot, it was pretty well filled up but we found site #13 open so we jumped on it. After setting up we walked the grounds as site #13 goes pretty far back and down the mountian and is beautiful, here's why I gave it two stars. 30-40 yards behind our fire ring there were 5 piles of human crap with TP smushed on them and with the wind alot of used TP was scattered across the site, so I had to put on disposable gloves and walk the ground and pick other human beings used TP.
Guide8/6/2025
Got here late and left early (so no photos) but this was a solid FCFS spot for tenting. Stakes went in easy, vegetation was like a cushion. Very pleasant weather - didn't need to sleep with the rainfly, and got some great views of the stars. Arrived around 9:30pm and it was a little loud in other parts of the campground - folks with fires, music, and chatter - but that died down pretty quickly and/or wasn't audible from the loop I was in. Construction on the main road wasn't a problem either.
There's a drinking water spigot right across from this site that isn't pictured on rec.gov. Water was good.
Worth a stop at Sapphire Point Overlook for a quick view as well - maybe 0.2 miles of well-groomed gravel trails to the overlook from the parking lot.
$27 tent site + $8 reservation fee = $35/night
GuideWish we could say more. Staff is friendly and location is good for both the mountains and the metro area. Colfax Road is extremely busy & unfortunately loud. The property has seen better days. The laundry facility is reasonably priced but 2 of the 6 washers & 3 of the 8 dryers are not working. Sites are not necessarily level & certainly aren’t spacious. Grass is pretty sad or nonexistent except right at the office. Overall just seems pricey.
ScoutDrove for hours looking for a spot. Insanely crowded.
GuideWent on Friday 8/15/25 Plenty of spots along Steuart Rd. Leading to Loch Lommond, as well as plenty of sites around the lake.
Really nice loop trail around the lake, not too difficult. Also a direct trail to James Peak which sits a little above 13,200ft. Not a super technical trail, but it is straight uphill for about 3.5mi. Amazing views of Winter Park and the surrounding ranges at the top.
We did get rained/sleeted on twice during the journey up and down, so I recommend bringing weatherproof gear and layers.
Drive in was super cool. 4wd not necessary at all. All you need is clearance and decent tires.
GuideArrived on a Friday afternoon, most of the first sites were claimed by then. Busy area, lots of cars and hikers passing through. Site 21 is a little ways down Boreas Pass road, off to the side with great views and lots space. The site is pretty easy to get to, but there is a steep hill when pulling into the site to be mindful of. A Nissan rogue made it just fine.
Camping near Fraser, Colorado, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Fraser, Colorado, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, whether you're in a tent or an RV. With beautiful scenery, friendly hosts, and plenty of activities, it’s a perfect spot for your next adventure!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Fraser, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 453 campgrounds and RV parks near Fraser, CO and 153 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fraser, CO is Vasquez Ridge with a 3.8-star rating from 31 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 153 free dispersed camping spots near Fraser, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Fraser, CO that allow camping, notably Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland and Rocky Mountain National Park.
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