Join the fun near Jefferson. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. Find the best campgrounds near Jefferson, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
"Roadside pull off areas. Mostly one lane dirt, can be tight and bumpy. Best for truck camper, small RV or tent. Don't get discouraged if the 1st spots are full just keep driving."
"While many of the campsites are quite small and located right along the roadside with limited parking, we were lucky to find a fantastic, more spacious spot."
$27 / night
"Located on Dillon Reservoir, Prospector Campground offers a nice balance of feeling remote while being conveniently near some really neat towns."
"Great views of lake dillon and each spot is tucked into trees so you don’t see neighbors even if you can hear them. Short Hiking trail connected to the campground plus so many trail options close by"
$28 / night
"This was a great stay, conveniently located just down 285 for a short get away during the work week. We stayed for 3 days and during that time there were only a few other campers here."
"Super easy access for a quick trip to hit the Colorado Trail. We stayed in sight 22, and realized the map on the reservation system was a bit skewed as it is very close to the bathrooms."
"Absolutely stunning area of Colorado with camping next to a beautiful fresh mountain stream. Very popular - try to come up early on a Friday if possible.
Equestrian friendly!!"
"Had lots of fun hiking around and playing in the river. Only negative was that you are under DIA flight path and you hear airplanes all night so you are reminded how close to the city you are."
"Kirby Gulch is a fantastic spot for anyone seeking a peaceful, off-the-grid camping experience near Grant, Colorado."
"We were able to get a site further back from the entrance, so traffic was to a minimum."
$28 / night
"As someone who prefers wild camping, it was definitely not that, but was one of the more positive campground experiences I've had."
"Just a few miles off I-70, in Frisco, CO, is the location of Peak One Campground. This is a very clean campground, and the only one around Lake Dillon with flush toilets and sinks."
$27 / night
"This campsite is nestled in a wooded area very close to beautiful vistas and trailheads. Campsites were reasonably well spread out with fire rings."
"Despite how busy it was we landed a site that felt secluded and was only a short walk to the shelf lake th."
$24 / night
"Handcart Campground is a great little camp ground right near Bailey Colorado."
"This is a great site for April in Colorado. Still plenty of snow around but this site is completely empty early season. In the summer it can get very full and sites are pretty close together."
$26 / night
"There are 4 sites that are down by the creek in the trees that are walk-in only but have the most space between them and are right on the creek. They are my favorite spots on site."
"Close hikes near by including one of Colorado’s 14ers."
$22 / night
"This little campground is the antithesis of the often-crowded and overbooked chain of campgrounds on the nearby Jefferson Creek road (County Road 37)."
"Jefferson Lake area is really nice but most of the camping in the area is by reservation only. We were very lucky to find this first come first served campground."
ScoutBeautiful area, great location with plenty to do, but docked a star because it was packed! We arrived before noon on a Friday morning. Cottonwood Lake Campground was already full, and there were almost no dispersed sites left - or so we thought. By Sat night, we saw that we just weren't very creative when it came to finding dispersed camping spots (or maybe we were too picky) - every nook and cranny that could fit a tent or vehicle was filled. We did find a great, secluded spot about 4 miles past the campground / ~2 miles past the sign that reads "very limited dispersed camping beyond this sign" (the sign was accurate). There were some great sites that offered enough seclusion along the creek in the busy dispersed area closer to the lake (all full when we arrived).
This area works well if you just need a place to park and sleep but intend to spend most of your time away from camp taking advantage of the plentiful recreation opportunities in the area. If you're going to spend a lot of time hanging out at camp, plan to arrive on Wed or Thurs morning latest to get a good spot. The lighter you're traveling, the easier it will be to find a spot.
TravelerVery busy on the weekends, beautiful views from some of the sites, spots near the water are spectacular but require some luck to get Lovely lake to paddle board or kayak on, good mountain biking and hiking trails nearby, Interlaken Trail & Colorado Trail
ScoutAwesome scenery high altitude ( 10000 feet) electric only access to water
ScoutGreat campground, but here in early August you will be lucky to get a site. Camp host Omira was so helpful - she let me boondock in a parking area for a night, and helped me get in the next morning. Once you get a site though you will be very happy with this campground. Nice level sites, no trash, beautiful surroundings and great hiking trails.
GuideFavorite sites so far, the views are incredible and the spots are separate from each other.
GuideVery rough road with many washouts, but gorgeous area to be close to the gulch and ruins
ScoutCouldn’t find any designated camping spots, but if you keep driving there’re so many spots that are just pull offs. You can sleep there for a weekend. Some are big enough for 2 cars and tents. No bathroom or fire ring. Pack in pack out. Mosquitos were relentless. Views were beautiful.
GuideEasy road for 2wd but incredibly busy throughout the day for day hikers. The trailhead parking fills up and everybody tries to park on the road - making for a tight squeeze in some areas. Not big-rig friendly, but perfect for pop-ups.
GuideGot a last minute weekend reservation thru recreation.gov (someone must have canceled). Stayed here to hike La Plata which was about 50 minutes away but the closer campgrounds were only FCFS and full the weekend before. Our spot (19) was level and had shade. There was one open spot left on Friday night. It was pretty quiet and the host was attentive. It is close to the highway but that didn’t affect my sleep. Would recommend.
Camping near Jefferson, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning views and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
Camping near Jefferson, Colorado, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Jefferson, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 505 campgrounds and RV parks near Jefferson, CO and 189 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Jefferson, CO is Boreas Pass Road Designated Dispersed Camping with a 4.5-star rating from 43 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 189 free dispersed camping spots near Jefferson, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Jefferson, CO that allow camping, notably Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands and White River National Forest.
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