Best Tent Camping near Golden, CO

Golden is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Golden is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Golden camping trip.

Best Tent Sites Near Golden, Colorado (78)

    1. Winiger Ridge at Gross Reservoir

    21 Reviews
    Eldorado Springs, CO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 541-2500

    "Stayed at campsite 18, had great views and nice weather, no water though but there is a lake down the road. 4x4 Required as roads were rough"

    "All-wheel drive and higher clearance car helped getting in, as the road is pretty bumpy. Stayed in the last park-in campsite."

    2. Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area

    51 Reviews
    Nederland, CO
    24 miles
    Website

    "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."

    "Prior campers have left some trash, bullet casings and obviously neglected to dig cat holes. After a quick clean up, the site was fine for my purposes."

    3. Aspen Meadows Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

    7 Reviews
    Black Hawk, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-3707

    $28 / night

    "Nice spot with a metal fire pit (good for stage 1 fire ban), picnic table, and tent pad. Tent pad was big enough to squeeze two 3-person tents and a 6-person tent (barely)."

    "Aspen Meadows is part of Golden Gate Canyon State Park. Basic camping with vault bathrooms. This site is surrounded by pine trees, aspens and boulders."

    4. Sawmill Hiker Campground

    2 Reviews
    Arvada, CO
    7 miles
    Website

    $12 / night

    "This semi-primitive campsite requires a permit from the Open Space Office of Jefferson County, CO. The permit is free, however you must pick up the permit in person at their offices."

    "Great hike in campground. It was our first hike in and we loved it! Spots aren’t too close to each other and there’s great views!"

    5. Dream Canyon Campsites - Dispersed Camping

    20 Reviews
    Nederland, CO
    21 miles
    Website

    "However, proximity to Boulder is a huge plus if you are looking for a quick and easy get away."

    "Was desperate to find "something" after driving 11 hours that day, and normal paid camp grounds were full. HOWEVER I was pulling a smaller trailer, and that turned out to be a real issue."

    6. Hidden Wilderness Roadside Camp #2

    7 Reviews
    Idaho Springs, CO
    16 miles

    "The noise isn't bad at all, like your next to a heater running all night.

    The spots I stayed at are a bit up the road from the pin, in the curve of the road directly beneath the power lines."

    "The road is very rocky and bumpy and requires 4WD."

    7. Staunton State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Conifer, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 816-0912

    $28 / night

    "If you’re looking for a quick easy weekend camping trip with well maintained trails, you should check this park out. Campsites are a quick walk from the parking lot and vault toilets."

    "I brought stoves no bigger than a jetboil/MSR dragonfly. Headlamps are a must. Also, we went in June and July. Check the weather."

    8. Rifleman Phillips Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

    1 Review
    Black Hawk, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-3707

    $364 / night

    "I’d give it a 5 but the vault toilets need a little care. Also wasn’t stocked with TP so we ran out.

    Everything else was very good for a large group. Plenty of tent sites. Good water supply."

    9. Fall River Reservoir Dispersed Camping Trail

    15 Reviews
    Empire, CO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 567-4382

    "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!"

    "Very beautiful place, there is a waterfall a little ways up the mountain, found a beautiful place to pitch up a tent and spend the weekend, definitely going back more often"

    10. Pickle Gulch

    3 Reviews
    Black Hawk, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $69 - $263 / night

    "There are tent pads and groomed areas for camping. The group sites are large and there are bathrooms provided in the group camp area."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Golden, CO

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Guide to Golden

Nestled near Golden, Colorado, tent camping offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure. With a variety of options, campers can find the ideal spot to enjoy the great outdoors.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

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Local activities for tent campers

  • Hiking enthusiasts can explore the trails at Staunton State Park Campground, which features well-maintained paths and beautiful scenery.
  • Fishing opportunities abound near Pickle Gulch, making it a great spot for anglers looking to cast a line.
  • For those interested in wildlife, Captain Mountain Trailhead offers backcountry camping with chances to see deer and a variety of wildflowers along the trails.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Golden, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Golden, CO is Winiger Ridge at Gross Reservoir with a 4-star rating from 21 reviews.

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