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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Glenwood Springs, CO

973 Reviews

Ami's Acres Campground offers pet-friendly sites with picnic tables and mountain views for tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin guests. Hideout Cabins and Campground, Glenwood Canyon Resort, and the KOA also welcome pets with clean facilities and designated pet areas. Leashed dogs are permitted at all sites with most enforcing standard leash rules on campground roads and common areas. Bathrooms are well-maintained at these locations with hot showers available for campers. Some sites are positioned on hillsides with views of the Colorado River while others provide more level terrain for larger RVs and travel trailers. Road noise from I-70 can be noticeable at certain campgrounds, particularly at Ami's Acres.

Four Mile Road Dispersed camping areas in White River National Forest provide free, pet-friendly options for campers seeking more primitive experiences. Dogs must remain under control at all times in these areas to protect wildlife and other visitors. Deep Creek Campground, managed by BLM, offers pet-friendly sites with vault toilets and picnic tables at no cost. Both Rifle Gap and Rifle Falls State Parks accommodate pets at their campsites with electric hookups available, though specific pet restrictions apply in certain park areas. Water access points along the Colorado River at several campgrounds provide opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer months. Local veterinary services are available in Glenwood Springs for emergency care, approximately 10-15 minutes from most camping areas. The gravel roads leading to some campgrounds can be rough and steep, particularly after rain.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Glenwood Springs, Colorado (136)

    1. Ami's Acres Campground

    28 Reviews
    Glenwood Springs, CO
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 945-5340

    "I recommend bringing earplugs since the highway runs through glenwood springs."

    "Being next to the interstate didn’t end up being a problem, still very quiet. Very close to glenwood springs, which is a definite must do if you’re looking for some relaxation and views."

    2. Glenwood Canyon Resort

    21 Reviews
    Glenwood Springs, CO
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 958-6737

    "This campground is just minutes from Glenwood and close to Grand Junction."

    "I did have a picnic down by the river and walked the grounds. It's a nice quiet place and like I said I will be back to RV camp."

    3. Four Mile Road Dispersed

    20 Reviews
    Carbondale, CO
    9 miles
    Website

    "The road was easy no need for high clearance or 4wheel drive. Heavy wildlife area, had a fox come right up to my car as I was making coffee. Only 30 minutes from Glenwood Springs."

    "My first winter camping trip in Colorado."

    4. Glenwood Springs West/Colorado River KOA

    24 Reviews
    Silt, CO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 876-4900

    $45 - $64 / night

    "Let’s just start with the only downside- this campground is not near Glenwood. It’s about 20-25 miles into Glenwood Springs from here. So just know that going into it and everything else is great."

    "This is not Glenwood Springs. It is located in Silt which is several towns away. That being said, it was a clean KOA with sites right on the Colorado River."

    5. Elk Creek Campground

    12 Reviews
    New Castle, CO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 984-2240

    $50 - $150 / night

    "The site we had was as close to the creek one could get and we enjoyed sitting out listening to the flowing water."

    "Location is great as well. Easy drive from I-70 but far enough to be out of town. Also a quick drive into Glenwood Springs."

    6. Rifle Gap State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Rifle, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 625-1607

    $28 - $41 / night

    "It is nice to be so close to the lake. We go as a group and they have always been able to accommodate us with sites near each other."

    "Loved the site and the location.. easy access to Rifle Falls and the surrounding trails and climbing walls.. close to access for UTV and off-road vehicle areas as well."

    7. Deep Creek Campground

    15 Reviews
    Gypsum, CO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 876-9000

    "Is close enough to Glenwood springs to do shopping and hit up dispensaries. We duckied from no name to Glenwood. Amazing."

    "We camped right by the creek and it was peaceful to sleep next to the white noise of it. No issue setting up a tent but make sure to bring layers for night time if you go early May. "

    8. Rifle Falls State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Silt, CO
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 625-1607

    $28 - $36 / night

    "Campground offers easy trails, fishing, great waterfalls and friendly staff. Would recommend the walk in sites for tents. Is pet friendly which was a plus."

    "In Colorado! What a unique place.

    The camping is reserved for a very small number of spots that are unique."

    9. Coffee Pot Spring

    7 Reviews
    Glenwood Springs, CO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 328-6388

    "IF you are willing to drive the distance, the further you go, the better the sites. Great location!"

    "Coffe Pot Road is located near Dotsero, CO. We were looking for a place to set up and a ranger at Hanging Lake told us about this place and the locals agreed!"

    10. Hideout Cabins and Campground

    3 Reviews
    Glenwood Springs, CO
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 235-0059

    "Rolled into Glenwood Springs late afternoon and needed a spot for our two teardrops. Wanted to be close to the downtown area."

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  • Patty F.
    Sep. 3, 2016

    Rifle Gap State Park Campground

    Third stay in Two Years

    I have stayed at this campground 3 times in the past 2 years and have been very happy every time. It is clean, and the staff is friendly. It is nice to be so close to the lake. We go as a group and they have always been able to accommodate us with sites near each other. Sunset views are amazing and it is near Rifle Falls and not too far from Glenwood Springs.

  • Matthew V.
    Oct. 9, 2020

    Four Mile Road Dispersed

    Easy drive. Tons of sites

    Had a quick stop over here on the way to Dinosaur National Monument. No ATT phone service beyond a certain point. This is all primitive camping and heavily used by 4x4 ATVs. There are no facilities ie: Toilets, power, water or fire pits. The road was easy no need for high clearance or 4wheel drive. Heavy wildlife area, had a fox come right up to my car as I was making coffee. Only 30 minutes from Glenwood Springs. Would stay again 9/10 would recommend.

    Remember to pack in pack out.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 28, 2021

    Redstone White River National Forest

    Beautiful forest service campground

    There are three sections to this campground: Osgood, Allgeier, and Mechau. Osgood and Allgeier have electric hookups; Mechau does not. Our site, 17 (Osgood), was a very large pull-through equipped with a large metal picnic table, fire ring (although there was a statewide burn ban when we stayed there), lantern hook, and bear box. There is good physical separation between the sites. The vault toilets were very clean and there is one flush toilet, located between Osgood and Allgeier, however, the showers were closed due to Covid. You hear road noise from just about any site, but it is not that bad. 

    There are two options that lead to the small town of Redstone, about two miles away: a trail or a secondary road (not the highway). We made reservations for a Tuesday in September and it was a good thing we did as the campground was full. Convenient to the towns of Redstone, Marble, and Carbondale and not that far from Glenwood Springs.

  • Jason F.
    May. 8, 2021

    Glenwood Canyon Resort

    Overpriced and underwhelming

    This campground is conveniently located off of I-70 just a few miles from Glenwood Springs in No Name, CO. The staff are pleasant and the office was very clean with some cute souvenirs available for purchase.

    This place is EXPENSIVE. It is not worth the nightly rate. You are paying for the proximity to town and if you reserved a waterfront site, the view. The campsites are tiny, so be prepared to back your travel trailer into a tight spot and make friends with your neighbors. You will be in their campsite while setting up your rig and vice versa.

    The No Name Grill & Bar was still closed when we were here (May ‘21), which was not disclosed on their site. The WiFi is a single unsecured access point near the laundry/bath house that did not work. There is no WiFi available in the actual campground. We had 2 bars of cell coverage on AT&T. Laundry is pricey too; $4/load for washer and $3/load for dryer. There is no vending for detergent or dryer sheets, so pack accordingly.

    As beautiful as it was to be right next to the Colorado river, this place is not at all worth the cost. Save your money and drive the 90 miles to Grand Junction or Fruita for more affordable campgrounds with better amenities.

  • Sarah F.
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Glenwood Springs West/Colorado River KOA

    Glenwood-“Adjacent”

    Let’s just start with the only downside- this campground is not near Glenwood. It’s about 20-25 miles into Glenwood Springs from here. So just know that going into it and everything else is great.

    Now onto the awesome campground itself. The people are really friendly and the spots are perfectly level.

    Our spot was right on the river which is beautiful. The campground maintains nice grass in the area, fire pits and picnic tables. The park is an all encompassing RV resort. There is a splash pad, a bbq/ picnic area, a trail around the river, a nice store, a pool, a dog park and to top it off big grassy areas to play in. It’s a very nice park.

    I would also recommend checking out Rifle Falls (video attached) and Rifle Gap State Park which are both nearby!

  • Kimberly H.
    Oct. 18, 2023

    Gateway RV Park

    Convenient, clean, great access to hiking, biking, rafting

    Gateway is a great headquarters for Aspen, to Glenwood Springs and Marble. FHU, friendly hosts, right on the bike path and next to the Roaring Fork River. It is not a destination campground, it is a the best place to park and explore the best of Colorado.

  • Bendee Z.
    Jul. 29, 2019

    Glenwood Springs West/Colorado River KOA

    Misleading name but a nice stay

    This is not Glenwood Springs. It is located in Silt which is several towns away. That being said, it was a clean KOA with sites right on the Colorado River.

  • Aaron
    Jul. 4, 2021

    Gateway RV Park

    Cozy campground near Carbondale

    This quaint little campground is just below the highway. While there is quite a bit of highway noise when outside, it didn’t bother us when we were inside our trailer.

    The double wide sites offer picnic tables and a fire ring, along with full hookups. The facilities are well maintained and clean. The sites are a bit shallow (we could not lower the rear patio on our 25’ toy hauler).

    Only minutes away from the cute little town of Carbondale. Here there are plenty of options to stuff your belly with great food and/or wet your whistle with local beers/distillations.

    Located just above a beautiful river, the campground is close to a partially-paved 40+ mi bike path (Aspen <> Glenwood Springs). Although we didn’t have time to ride them, Trailforks shows some nice MTB trails nearby as well.

  • L
    Nov. 3, 2021

    Glenwood Springs West/Colorado River KOA

    Super Hosts and beautiful campground!

    I cannot thank Leslie, Frederick and Tom for their support with my RVing needs! We ended up staying an extra night--such a lovely campground with special touches at every site. If we visit again, I would definitely request a back-in site along the river! Just walking along the river pathway was breathtaking! The dog park is huge and has fun obstacle course activities to encourage interactions with pets. Everything about this KOA is great! We took a day trip to the Iron Mountain Hot Springs (fun!) and to the Rifle River water falls (an easy little hike but WOW! Cool water falls and caves to explore!) Come visit this KOA! You won't be disappointed!

Guide to Glenwood Springs

Discover the perfect spots for pets-allowed camping near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

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Dog-friendly activities while camping near Glenwood Springs

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

  • Redstone Campground, known for its spacious and secluded sites, is perfect for a peaceful getaway with your pet.
  • At Colorado Avalanche Campground, you can enjoy the serene environment while your dog explores the nearby trails.
  • Coffee Pot Spring offers stunning views and a variety of camping options, making it an excellent choice for pet owners looking for adventure.

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