RV camping near Johnstown, Colorado offers camping options along major transportation routes with access to both urban amenities and mountain recreation. Located at 4,852 feet elevation in Weld County, campers experience semi-arid climate conditions with hot summers and cold winters. The region serves as a convenient hub for campers traveling between Denver and Fort Collins with seasonal temperature variations affecting camping experiences throughout the year.
What to do
Riverside activities: 10 minutes from Loveland. Riverview RV Park & Campground provides direct access to the Big Thompson River for fishing and water recreation. "We had a great time at this campground. We spent 4 days in a spot right next to the river. Really enjoyed the river, dog park, live music on sat. night and laundry," notes Tyler D.
Trail access: Within walking distance. Golden's Clear Creek RV Park connects directly to walking and cycling paths. "Along a gorgeous walking path to the mountains, within immediate walking distance to multiple breweries and restaurants, and extremely accessible to the mountains," according to Janine R., who stayed there for six weeks.
Rocky Mountain National Park visits: 45-minute drive. Many campers use area RV parks as a base camp for day trips to the national park. "About 45 minute beautiful drive to Rocky Mountain National Park entrance. Beautiful river going beside many of the sites," explains Aaron, who found the location convenient for exploring the park while enjoying the amenities of a developed campground.
What campers like
Community events and activities: Weekly gatherings. Loveland RV Resort organizes regular social events for campers. "They also have an art night, and a farmers market and other weekly meetups here. Very Nice community and I feel very safe," reports Marie G., who appreciated the welcoming atmosphere.
Wildlife viewing: Daily opportunities. Area campgrounds often have resident wildlife visitors. "My wife and I spent a week here. Nearly every day a deer would come munch on the greenery right behind our rig," shares Glen C. about his stay at Riverview RV Park & Campground, adding that the location offered "a high probability of seeing wildlife."
Proximity to urban amenities: Walking distance to attractions. Golden's location provides easy access to town while maintaining a camping atmosphere. "The River area was well-developed and well-used by the community as well as campers. It was a little disconcerting to hear people walking and talking so close behind our campsite, but we got used to it," reports GP about staying at Clear Creek RV Park.
What you should know
Site spacing varies widely between parks: Some RV parks have tight arrangements while others offer more room. "Sites are very close together and a bit noisy. We did not have any shade at any time of the day making our site very hot," explains Cindy C. about Riverview RV Park & Campground, though she noted the location was still convenient for mountain access.
Tree sap issues: Mature shade trees in some parks can create unexpected cleaning challenges. "The trees drop a horrible yellow sap that was on EVERYTHING after only one night, our shoes, our floors, our dogs, our rig, our vehicles, it was a mess," warns Kimberly D. about Loveland RV Resort, noting this would be her main reason for potentially not returning.
Weather considerations: The region experiences significant temperature swings and wind. "It can be suddenly and very windy here, so most campers did not use awnings," advises Julia M. about her stay at Elk Meadows Lodge & RV Resort, suggesting campers prepare for variable conditions.
