Best Campgrounds near Hygiene, CO

Camping opportunities near Hygiene, Colorado encompass a mix of established campgrounds and dispersed options within 20 miles of town. Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont provides convenient RV and tent camping with full hookups, while natural areas like Gordon Gulch and Beaver Park Reservoir offer free dispersed camping on public lands. The region includes developed state park campgrounds such as St. Vrain State Park with year-round availability and amenities, along with more primitive dispersed sites in the surrounding mountains.

Camping regulations vary significantly throughout the area, with developed campgrounds typically offering services like showers and electrical hookups, while dispersed sites have strict fire regulations and lack facilities. Boulder County Fairgrounds enforces a 14-day maximum stay per calendar year, creating limitations for extended visits. The area's camping season generally runs year-round at lower elevations, though mountain dispersed sites may close during winter months due to snow. Road conditions at higher elevations often require high-clearance vehicles. "Campsite is on a first come basis which is nice since most places nearby are booked way in advance. Only $25 a day which includes full hook up," noted one camper about the Boulder County Fairgrounds.

Campers report mixed experiences depending on location preference. The fairgrounds campground, while offering convenient access to town amenities, lacks privacy between sites but provides clean facilities. A visitor mentioned, "Showers and bathroom here were phenomenal and that was certainly the highlight of my stay." Dispersed camping areas like Beaver Park Reservoir receive positive reviews for scenic mountain settings and free camping, though they lack amenities. RV campers appreciate the Boulder County Fairgrounds for its convenient dump station and reasonable rates compared to other options in the region. State parks in the area provide a middle ground with moderate privacy, reliable amenities, and access to recreational activities, though they typically require reservations during peak summer months.

Best Camping Sites Near Hygiene, Colorado (359)

    1. Boulder County Fairgrounds

    20 Reviews
    Longmont, CO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 682-6762

    $35 / night

    "Arrived in Colorado little after midnight, got a spot right away plenty of availability and close enough to some good hiking areas"

    "We couldn’t find anything near family in Highlands Ranch in July, but ran across this place- Tight spots for our 38 ft fifth wheel but, we made it."

    2. St. Vrain State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Firestone, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 678-9402

    $36 - $41 / night

    "Very convenient campground with great access to North Denver/Boulder area. Only downside is proximity to I-25 and traffic noise. But there are many nice trails and lakes to fish from."

    "It is near I-25 highway so there is road traffic noise but becomes background noise after a day or so. But if that bothers you you won’t like it."

    3. Cottonwood Campground — Boyd Lake State Park

    45 Reviews
    Loveland, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 669-1739

    $36 - $41 / night

    "All sites have great access and close to the ponds. Variety of fish in the ponds. They allow ice fishing as long as the ice is safe."

    "Boyd Lake State Park is situated near the city of Fort Collins with distant views of the mountains. It has a large lake that is used by boaters, fishermen and sandcastle builders all summer."

    4. Moraine Park Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    91 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    25 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."

    "Very enjoyable spot, close access to trails and entrance and exit of the park."

    5. LaVern M. Johnson Park

    12 Reviews
    Lyons, CO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 823-6150

    $37 - $62 / night

    "On the edge of Lyons, this place is great for families. Tubing, playgrounds, and soccer field. Just blocks away from Main Street. A great family spot with small children."

    "Walking trails and river access was abundantly available. Easy walking or biking distance to various eateries in Lyons."

    6. Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area

    54 Reviews
    Nederland, CO
    21 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."

    "Getting here is easy, only a few miles away from Nederland and I had cell service (verizon) the entire time."

    7. Beaver Park Reservoir - Dispersed

    33 Reviews
    Ward, CO
    18 miles
    Website

    "You are pinned up against private property around the lake, the camp sites are in the dirt area when you get to the lake down to the left."

    "The location is great, there’s about 10 designated camp sites to choose from and great hiking trails nearby. The drive in is easy."

    8. Hell Canyon Dispersed

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

    "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."

    "Driving down to town during the day, there were some people (probably from the adjacent campground) hiking the road.

    Overall quiet at night (other than some road noise from 36). Not a bad spot!"

    9. Glacier Basin Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    60 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    24 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."

    10. Allenspark Dispersed Camping

    28 Reviews
    Allenspark, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 295-6600

    "We found a spot with several fire rings close to the water and just a short walk from parking along the road."

    "Take the road far enough and you’ll get past those with homes and find some decent BLM off road camping/overnight parking places. Road gets a bit more 4x4 like as you keep going"

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Recent Reviews near Hygiene, CO

2536 Reviews of 359 Hygiene Campgrounds


  • B S.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Idlewild Campground

    Fall stay

    Stayed two nights with my sons. Grabbed one of the walk-in sites Friday at 1pm.

    Pros: Availability (one of the only sites in Winter Park), beautiful surroundings

    Cons: Right next to the highway so traffic (trains at times) can be heard at all hours of the night, most walk-in sites don't have a tent pad

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Stillwater Pass Dispersed Campsite

    Great view of the Lake + porta-potty

    We took a left at the fork and found a site with the best view and a porta-john at the end of the driveway. The site appears to have been freshly cleared. There were lots of twigs and rocks and no grass, so it became a muddy mess as soon as the rain began. Site had plenty of space and a good amount was flat. No fire ring, but there was a burn ban anyways. Nice and secluded but could still hear the neighbors a bit but it wasn’t bothersome. Gunfire and ATVs were much louder but stopped around sundown. Would go back to this site.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Fall River Reservoir Dispersed Camping Trail

    Camp camp camp

    Went on a bit of a rainy weekend so it got super cold at night. The roads are super rocky as you get up to the reservoir and with the rain there were some large puddles but with the right vehicle should be all good. The views were amazing and the hike up is so pretty. So many great sites all the way up to the reservoir as well.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Chinns Lake Dispersed Camping

    Great spot, right on the water

    High clearance 4x4 recommended but could be doable without if you’re an experienced driver. Beautiful lakes and some campsites are right on the water. Only one other person camping on a Wednesday night. There is currently a fire ban so be sure to respect our forests and be updated.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Chief Hosa Campground

    I-70 off-ramp camping

    The campground is unfortunately too close to the highway and the noise makes it difficult to sleep or relax. Nice parking spot if you need to see the sights for a day or two.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake

    Camping near Rocky Mtn NP

    What a wonderful campground! Friendly hosts, full hookups offered, beautiful scenery and right outside the entrance to the national park!

  • Trish M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Chinns Lake Dispersed Camping

    Absolutely beautiful

    My husband and I are addicted to dispersed camping 🏕 and every weekend, we try to go somewhere different. This place was beautiful beyond words! The road getting there really wasn't bad, but you do need a little ground clearance. We got in around 9 pm, so it was dark, and we didn't know where we were, so there was a spot open right as you get to the top that we parked in. The moon was so bright we could see the mountains around us and could even see the like big of snow up there. Woke up the next morning and fell in love with our spot, so we stayed. We decided to take a walk around the lake and check out the upper lake. Definitely loved it here. Will be back for sure.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Nice view of Gold Lake

    Overlook of Gold Lake

    Beautiful camp site setup. Huge Rock fire pit. Piled firewood. At a high point with views of gold's Lake roads to site have been deactivated so it would be necessary to walk in. AT&t cell service a little bit spotty. Nice open areas up there. Roads in sight. Very secluded


Guide to Hygiene

Camping near Hygiene, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning views and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails in Rocky Mountain National Park. One camper mentioned, "The hiking trail to Sprague Lake is about a mile with plenty of birds and other critters. We saw a weasel and a flock of turkeys" at Glacier Basin Campground.
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A visitor at Moraine Park Campground shared, "I woke up to a lovely view and light snowfall... My campsite looked out towards the valley and evergreen-covered mountains."
  • Fishing: Try your luck at fishing in nearby lakes. One reviewer at Cottonwood Campground noted, "There are nice trails along the lake... and tons of fishing in and out of the park."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A guest at Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake said, "Clean bathrooms with hot pay showers... Well stocked camp store with ice, wood, laundry and all the essentials."
  • Scenic Views: Many campgrounds offer breathtaking views. One camper at Arapaho Bay Campground remarked, "The sunsets were amazing, we saw a moose in the morning drinking from the lake."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A reviewer at East Portal Campground mentioned, "Quiet, no generators heard as big rigs won’t fit!"

What you should know:

  • Crowded Campsites: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak season. A visitor at Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area noted, "There’s huge piles of trash everywhere... It gives meth lab vibes throughout the camp."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A camper at Dakota Ridge RV Park shared, "The bathrooms never have soap and they are from the 70’s a trash RV park."
  • Seasonal Access: Some campgrounds are only open during specific months. For example, Glacier Basin Campground is open from May 23 to September 11.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. A reviewer at East Portal Campground said, "Big playground and not crazy expensive."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Teach kids about local wildlife. One camper at Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake mentioned, "Every day I had mule deer visitors."
  • Plan for Wind: Be prepared for windy conditions. A visitor at Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake advised, "It gets windy in the afternoon so might want to skip the awning/canopy."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Ensure your RV site is level. A reviewer at Dakota Ridge RV Park noted, "The site was really bad. So uneven that no matter how much we tried we couldn't get level."
  • Book Early: Reserve your spot ahead of time, especially in peak season. A camper at Arapaho Bay Campground mentioned, "The whole campground was full by the time we got there at 8pm on Friday."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A visitor at Cottonwood Campground said, "Only modest site separation with little screening between sites."

Camping around Hygiene, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hygiene, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hygiene, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 359 campgrounds and RV parks near Hygiene, CO and 110 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hygiene, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hygiene, CO is Boulder County Fairgrounds with a 4-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hygiene, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 110 free dispersed camping spots near Hygiene, CO.

What parks are near Hygiene, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Hygiene, CO that allow camping, notably Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland and Rocky Mountain National Park.