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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Glen Haven, CO

2,344 Reviews

Estes Park KOA features a designated pet area with no breed restrictions for campers visiting the Glen Haven area. Located just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park, this pet-friendly campground accommodates tent campers, RVs, and offers cabin rentals that welcome dogs. The campground maintains clean facilities with pet waste stations throughout the property and enforces standard leash requirements to ensure all animals remain under control. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Glen Haven, Colorado. While the sites are positioned fairly close together, the campground's dedicated dog run provides ample space for pets to exercise off-leash. Pets are permitted in all accommodation types with appropriate fees, though specific pet policies vary by cabin type.

Trails accessible from the campground offer numerous opportunities for dog walking with spectacular mountain views. The proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park provides access to select pet-friendly trails where leashed dogs can accompany their owners, though pets are restricted from most backcountry areas within the national park. Wildlife encounters are common in the area, requiring vigilant pet supervision, particularly during dawn and dusk hours when elk often graze near campgrounds. Barking policies are strictly enforced during quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM. The nearest veterinary services can be found in Estes Park, approximately 15 minutes from the campground, with emergency animal care available during business hours. Extreme temperature fluctuations in this mountain region necessitate appropriate shelter and water access for pets throughout their stay.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Glen Haven, Colorado (247)

    1. Moraine Park Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    91 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-1206

    $35 - $70 / night

    "Took the kids camping in Colorado for the first time and we had a blast. It rained on us a lot but it didn't stop us. Took a great hike up deer mountain....stunning views. Can't wait to go back."

    "I was a Ranger one summer in Rocky - please respect the wildlife and keep a very long distance to not affect their behavior."

    2. Glacier Basin Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    60 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-1206

    $35 - $70 / night

    "Firewood sold next to the entrance by the same husband and wife that have been selling firewood there for 35 years. There is a shed full of firewood."

    "The spaces are large, but quite close to one another with few trees for privacy. Each site here is variable, with some open with no trees and others nestled in some mature trees."

    3. Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake

    46 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 964-7806

    $45 - $70 / night

    "Great place for kids and pets. Playground , pool, and nicely stocked camp store. Not a ton of shade so, it gets hot at 2:00 p.m. It is right off the road so some traffic noise."

    "There’s access to a small playground for kids. The pool looked nice, the lake is right across the road. Overall a good campsite."

    4. East Portal Campground at Estes Park

    40 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 964-7806

    $45 - $80 / night

    "The bathrooms were clean, and close to almost every site. They had a very nice playground for the kids with a climbing wall."

    "Estes Park Campground at East Portal is a short drive away from both RMNP and the city of Estes Park, so you are nearby everything."

    5. Hermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park

    25 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 577-2090

    $35 / night

    "Dog friendly.

    Cons: $9 a day additional parking fee wasn’t mentioned in reservation. Close proximity to camp neighbors.

    Overall, very nice and relaxing. Not noisy. Would recommend to friends."

    "My friend and I have camped here twice, and we love the location. The sites aren't sitting on top of each other, and some spots feel relatively secluded."

    6. Estes Park KOA

    25 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-2888

    "It's in a beautiful location and its very well kept. Had things for the whole family ice cream social and train ride for the kids and a dog run area for the pups. Will definitely be returning"

    "We didn't feel the "Oh, God... another tourist" vibes we got from basically everyone else in Colorado. On the contrary, they couldn't have been happier to see us and welcome us to their little city."

    7. Hell Canyon Dispersed

    29 Reviews
    Pinewood Springs, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 295-6600

    "We got up on a Friday night and we're next to only one other couple. By Sunday all the spots were taken at some point. Dogs had plenty of space to roam."

    "4x4 drive is a requirement. Good Verizon signal. Narrow road, however not busy at all. Stayed here for 4 days, no issue. The Google Maps directions is slightly wrong."

    8. Aspenglen Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    23 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-1206

    $35 / night

    "I got a walk-in site, and, besides not having trees perfectly situated for my hammock, I had no complaints - secluded, quiet, well-maintained, beautiful scenery, plenty of bear lockers, easy park access"

    "Loved the location inside Rocky. We were lucky to get two nights from cancellations and were happy even though we had 2 different sites so had to move."

    9. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Estes Park

    19 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-4230

    "Minutes away from NP entrances and Estes Park, yet totally secluded in the mountain wilderness.

    We got a site furthest away from the entrance / highway, up a steep road (Yogi’s “Hey Hey Highway”)."

    "We stayed in site 100 and the other sites were a bit close by. No trees between us and the site on either side, but we did face the hill so the view was nice."

    10. Spruce Lake RV Park

    19 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-2889

    "The selling point of this campground is location. It’s as close to Rocky Mountain National Park as you can get without actually camping on NPS property."

    "Spacious sites, stocked pond, pet friendly, and great staff!"

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  • Zach H.
    Aug. 9, 2020

    Spruce Lake RV Park

    Great location for RMNL

    The selling point of this campground is location. It’s as close to Rocky Mountain National Park as you can get without actually camping on NPS property. You are completely surrounded by the mountains and the views are amazing. There’s a beautiful river flowing nearby. Easy access to Estes Park. I biked into downtown and back easily. Close to a great little market and several restaurants. Sites are very tight with no privacy unless you are along the edges of the park. Nice laundry facilities, mini golf, and a small pond. There’s a small dog park but I’d recommend taking your dog to the city’s dog park about 10 minutes away. It’s worth the drive and your dog can go swimming on a beach.

  • Isabelle K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Primitive Sites — State Forest State Park

    Dispersed Camping at American Lakes

    This is one of my all-time favorite places to hike and camp in Colorado. I have not yet stayed in any of the campgrounds but have backpacked to the top of the American Lakes Trail. Not only is this hike fantasticly beautiful and full of wildlife (tons of moose especially) but there is great dispersed camping along the trails. You simply cannot find more scenic and free camping in Colorado. I would highly recommended camping anywhere in State Forest State Park!

    Also, there are quite a few huts, cabins and yurts that can be rented year round in SFSP!

  • Marc G.
    Aug. 11, 2017

    Moraine Park Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    Great stay

    Took the kids camping in Colorado for the first time and we had a blast. It rained on us a lot but it didn't stop us. Took a great hike up deer mountain....stunning views. Can't wait to go back.

  • T
    Aug. 25, 2019

    Riverview RV Park & Campground

    Riverside Camping

    We had a great time at this campground. We spent 4 days in a spot right next to the river. Close to Rocky Mountain National Park. Really enjoyed the river, dog park, live music on sat. night and laundry.

  • John H.
    Aug. 28, 2021

    Denver West-Central City KOA

    Beautiful view

    Gorgeous views, relaxing and very kind, courteous staff. Dog park, hot tubs, laundry, all you can eat pancakes (very reasonably priced) well worth the so steep drive on way up to 9,000 ft.

  • J
    Jul. 4, 2018

    South Bay Campground — Horsetooth Reservoir

    Perfect view

    This camp ground has the best view!. We have camped in Colorado for over 15 years. By far the campsites with the best views! And you can rent cabins too. Just love this place. Lake gets busy In the summer. But still worth if you can get a reservation.

  • A
    Jun. 29, 2021

    Riverview RV Park & Campground

    Great option outside Rocky Mt NP

    Good Sam’s RV park with full amenities. We booked a water/electric online, but got bumped up to full hookups. Beautiful river going beside many of the sites. Newer bathrooms. Huge park with playground for kids. Our site was very wide and open, but we might just have been lucky. Most are tree covered sites and not packed in. Dog park. About 45 minute beautiful drive to Rocky Mountain National Park entrance.

  • Diane D.
    Jul. 6, 2020

    Winding River Resort

    We loved it and already plan to return

    A lovely wooded campground literally on the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park - we even saw moose from the back window of our RV!  Options for everyone from cabins, to FHU RV sites (limited and not the ideal locations, but still nice), water/electric sites and tenting areas.  Even Conestoga wagons!  There is horseback riding on site and we loved watching the horses run in and out each morning/evening and you just have to cross the road for a pretty hike along the Colorado River in RMNP (no dogs on the trails).  We camped with our Great Dane - very dog friendly with bag stations around the park.  Friendly and helpful staff, a small shop with supplies and souvenirs, a cute little petting zoo with goats, sheep, and pigs.

  • Karl G.
    May. 6, 2019

    Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area

    Dispersed Campsite with Views - Gordon Gulch (4x4 recommended)

    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. I am reviewing one of these unnumbered campsites in particular, because this one had the best view. Before you read too far, I can't guarantee you will be able to reach this campsite without a 4X4 high clearance vehicle. We got to the site with a Jeep Wrangler and Toyota Tacoma TRD so we had no problems... I can't definitely say a Subaru would make it though. In the pictures I have included a map of the Gordon Gulch trail system. Entering through the Gordon Gulch entrance and taking 226.1 to 233.1 is the hardest route - there is one very steep and washed out spot. Entering via 120J/Switzerland Trail from the Peak to Peak Hwy and then turning right onto 233.1 is the easier option. On that map I have marked the general area of the campsite with a pink dot and here are the coordinates.

    DMS: 40°01'18.5"N 105°28'37.6"W

    DD: 40.021814, -105.477103 - if you type this into Google Maps it will locate it

    As for the actual campsite, it is a great option for spring/fall camping in Colorado. The elevation is about 8,800 ft and it is on the south side of a hill so it gets a lot of sunlight and is protected from northern winds. In terms of privacy, there are no other campsites that can be seen from this one. However, Gordon Gulch is a popular off-roading area so dirt bikes and Jeeps pass by frequently. This campsite is set up high above and away from the road though, so it is really not that bad. Another thing to point out is that this is a popular area for shooting as well, so if you absolutely hate guns it may not be the place for you. Also, as stated before, this is a dispersed campsite the only thing it has is a fire ring. Pack it in, pack it out!

Guide to Glen Haven

If you're looking for a great spot to camp with your furry friends near Glen Haven, Colorado, there are several pet-friendly campgrounds that offer a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities.

Pet owners like the amenities offered at these campgrounds

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Glen Haven

  • Enjoy hiking with your dog on trails accessible from Glacier Basin Campground, where you can explore the stunning Rocky Mountain scenery.
  • Take your pet for a stroll around the scenic areas near Cottonwood Campground, which offers a peaceful environment and beautiful views of Boyd Lake.
  • Camp Dick Campground is perfect for outdoor adventures, with nearby trails that are great for walking your dog.

Tips for camping with dogs near Glen Haven

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