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    Beaver Park Reservoir Dispersed Camping offers free pet-friendly sites located about 7 miles west of Hygiene in Boulder County. This primitive camping area permits leashed pets in tent and small RV campsites situated near the reservoir. Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area and Hell Canyon Dispersed sites also welcome pets with no hookups or facilities, typical of National Forest dispersed camping rules. Dogs must remain under control at all times while camping in these wilderness settings. Boulder County Fairgrounds Campground provides a more developed pet-friendly option with electric hookups, shower facilities, and designated pet walking areas. The campground enforces a strict 14-day maximum stay per calendar year and prohibits tent camping despite online listing errors.

    Nearby LaVern M. Johnson Park in Lyons features pet-friendly campsites with modern restroom facilities alongside a small river ideal for dog swimming access during warmer months. The park includes tubing opportunities, playgrounds, and soccer fields within walking distance of town amenities. Rocky Mountain National Park's Moraine Park and Glacier Basin campgrounds permit pets in designated areas but enforce strict leash requirements. Pet owners should note significant wildlife presence and carry waste bags as these natural areas lack pet waste stations. Campers report bath house facilities remain clean at most established campgrounds, though maintenance frequency varies by location. When planning dispersed camping with pets, visitors should prepare for primitive conditions without potable water sources or designated pet areas.

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      1. St. Vrain State Park Campground

      3.9(29)11mi from Hygiene81 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      "We pulled in on Friday and stayed till Sunday and even though we live right the road it was nice to get the camper out and enjoy the weekend with our two dogs."

      from $36 - $41 / night

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      2. Boulder County Fairgrounds

      4.0(20)4mi from HygieneRVs

      "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."

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

      from $35 / night

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      3. Cottonwood Campground — Boyd Lake State Park

      4.3(51)18mi from Hygiene200 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      from $36 - $41 / night

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      4. LaVern M. Johnson Park

      4.2(14)5mi from Hygiene37 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Tents sites 1-8 are “car camping” sites, but those are adjacent to the rec field so lots of people walking by in the daytime. The park is in town so easy access to stores restaurants and an arcade!"

      "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."

      from $52 / night

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      5. Moraine Park Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

      4.5(94)25mi from Hygiene258 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      from $35 - $70 / night

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      6. Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area

      3.6(55)21mi from HygieneTents

      "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."

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      7. Beaver Park Reservoir - Dispersed

      4.2(35)18mi from HygieneRVs, Tents

      "It turns into a private road that is very difficult to turn around on. Especially if you have a large pull behind.  I also would just give a heads up to those with small children or dogs."

      "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."

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      8. Glacier Basin Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

      4.5(60)24mi from Hygiene158 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "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."

      from $35 - $70 / night

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      9. Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake

      4.1(47)22mi from Hygiene117 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "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."

      from $45 - $70 / night

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      10. Allenspark Dispersed Camping

      4.6(27)18mi from HygieneTents

      "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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    • 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.

    • C
      Sep. 7, 2018

      Chatfield State Park Campground

      Popular and large campground near the lake

      As it is very close to the city, the temperature stays consistent with Denver temps. So in the summer, it will not be as cool as some mountain spots. That being said, it is very easy to get to and you’ll have the lake right there to cool off!

      Entrance into the state park is about $7/day. There is a dog park within the state park that allows off leash and has some ponds the dogs can swim in. Entrance to the dog park is $2.

    • 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.

    • C
      Aug. 10, 2020

      Cherry Creek State Park Campground

      A piece of nature tucked into the city.

      Located in the city, but once you’re in the park you don’t feel like you’re in the city at all!!! The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious, as are the neighbors. We were able to set up a tent too! Great place to stroll and relax. Beautiful sunsets. Clean bathrooms and laundry facilities with a little vending machine.

      A great place for camping (RV and tent spots), fishing, wildlife/nature viewing, hiking, boating (all water activities), has a swim beach, marina, off leash dog park, shooting range, horse stables that you can do a beautiful hour horseback ride.

      FEES: Campsites $41 full hookup, basic campsite $28, daily park pass is $11, annual park pass $83, daily dog park pass $3, annual dog park pass $25, and group camping is available too.

    • C
      Aug. 10, 2020

      Cherry Creek State Park Campground

      A piece of nature tucked into the city.

      Located in the city, but once you’re in the park you don’t feel like you’re in the city at all!!! The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious, as are the neighbors. We were able to set up a tent too! Great place to stroll and relax. Beautiful sunsets. Clean bathrooms and laundry facilities with a little vending machine.

      A great place for camping (RV and tent spots), fishing, wildlife/nature viewing, hiking, boating (all water activities), has a swim beach, marina, off leash dog park, shooting range, horse stables that you can do a beautiful hour horseback ride.

      FEES: Campsites $41 full hookup, basic campsite $28, daily park pass is $11, annual park pass $83, daily dog park pass $3, annual dog park pass $25, and group camping is available too.

    • Jennifer L.
      Jul. 13, 2018

      Cherry Creek State Park Campground

      City Camping at it's Best

      Great campground here at this state park. We have always stayed in the Arapahoe Group Loop for holiday weekends. Arapahoe Group Loop has a great pavillion with outdoor kitchen and bathroom. Overall Camper amenities are great and very clean. Many well shaded individual sites are available. Campsites are far from other park amenities like Dog Park, Shooting Range, Marina. Swim beach is a 10 minute walk-able distance from campground. Recommend driving to get around the park.

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    Boulder County Fairgrounds Campground permits pets at all sites with spacious dog walking areas throughout the grounds. The campground offers full hookup options for RVs and limited tent camping, with clean shower facilities that reviewers consistently rate highly. Sites include electric hookups (30/50 amp), water connections, and access to a sanitary dump station. Pet owners appreciate the convenient location near Longmont with easy access to trails and pet supply stores. Many campers note the fairgrounds' 14-day maximum stay policy per calendar year regardless of how spread out those days might be.

    Several dispersed camping options near Hygiene accommodate pets without restrictions. Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area and Beaver Park Reservoir provide free primitive camping where dogs can explore off-leash in designated areas while adhering to standard National Forest pet policies. LaVern M. Johnson Park features developed camping alongside the St. Vrain Creek where pets are permitted but must remain leashed at all times. The park includes full hookup RV sites and tent camping options with well-maintained facilities. Campers should secure food properly at night as wildlife encounters, including a 150-pound black bear, have been reported in the area. The proximity to hiking trails makes these locations particularly popular for active dogs who enjoy outdoor adventures.

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