Best Campgrounds near Louviers, CO

Camping opportunities around Louviers, Colorado range from developed state park campgrounds to dispersed sites on public lands. Chatfield State Park Campground, located approximately 10 miles north of Louviers in Littleton, offers full hookup sites for RVs with 50-amp service, tent camping areas, and well-maintained facilities. The region also includes the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area with free dispersed camping and the Indian Creek Recreation Area with both equestrian and standard camping options. Several campgrounds support mixed camping styles, with Jellystone Park at Larkspur providing glamping accommodations and yurts alongside traditional tent and RV sites.

Most developed campgrounds in the area remain open year-round, while dispersed camping areas like Buffalo Creek and Rampart Range typically experience seasonal restrictions during winter months due to snow and access limitations. Several campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends when water-based recreation draws crowds to Chatfield Reservoir. Road access varies considerably, with state park campgrounds featuring paved roads suitable for all vehicles, while dispersed sites often require higher clearance and occasionally 4WD capability. Weather patterns in this foothills region can change rapidly, with afternoon thunderstorms common during summer months. A visitor noted, "We stayed in Loop A with full hookups, about 1/4 mile from the marina. Privacy was excellent, barely visible to the neighbors on the next road and far enough separated from our NextDoor neighbors."

Campground reviews consistently highlight the balance between natural settings and proximity to urban amenities as a key advantage of camping near Louviers. The panoramic mountain views at many campgrounds receive frequent praise, with several visitors mentioning the Front Range vistas as highlight features. Sites with water access are particularly sought after, especially at Chatfield State Park where boating, paddleboarding, and swimming are popular activities. While some campers appreciate the convenience of being near Denver, others mention highway noise and crowds during peak summer periods as potential drawbacks. As one camper observed, "This campground will always hold a special place in my heart. The campground and facilities were remarkably clean. The other guests were quiet and friendly and the views are spectacular."

Best Camping Sites Near Louviers, Colorado (338)

    1. Chatfield State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Littleton, CO
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 791-7275

    $36 - $200 / night

    "Chatfield State Park is a great mixture of access to the outdoors with availability of many of the benefits of a metro area close by."

    "This is the first time I’ve found a state park so close to a major metro area!!

    Because of its proximity to Denver, Chatfield fills up quickly, so book well in advance."

    2. Cherry Creek State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Centennial, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 690-1166

    $28 - $432 / night

    "I only gave it 4 stars because on the outskirts of the state park we have a lot of homeless camps popping up oblong Parker road and 225."

    "It is in the center of the city, but aside from the traffic on the dam in the distance you would not realize it. "

    3. Indian Paintbrush Campground—Bear Creek Lake Park

    34 Reviews
    Morrison, CO
    14 miles
    Website

    "This was our first time staying at Bear Creek Lake. The park is not part of the Colorado Wilds or CPW State Park system, but daily vehicle fees are included with your camping reservation."

    "Note: If the GPS takes you to a dirt road with a closed gate at the end, get back on the highway and take the next exit to the park entrance."

    4. Rampart Range Recreation Area

    16 Reviews
    Sedalia, CO
    9 miles
    Website

    "My 9 yr old son and I have been “jeeping” around Colorado for about 8 months now. We make it a point to wake up to a different view every day."

    "Fun place to camp lots of sites and pretty trails, however this is known for its off-road ATV riders. If you're staying for a night or you're ATV for the weekend this is your spot."

    5. Buffalo Creek Recreation Area

    30 Reviews
    Buffalo Creek, CO
    17 miles

    "There's several creeks that run through the area and a network of trails that intersect the Colorado Trail and the road. The area is popular with mountain bikers."

    "The area was well kept and obviously beautiful, it's Colorado after all. There was no running water, however the camo host drives an ATV around offering water from giant containers. I loved it."

    6. Dakota Ridge RV Park

    41 Reviews
    Golden, CO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 279-1625

    "This park is kind of pricey even in the winter (we stayed Nov22-Jan23) but it’s Colorado and it’s all pretty pricey. Park staff is super friendly and accommodating."

    "Good site if you want to be close to Denver but still have a short drive to the foothills."

    7. Jellystone Park™ at Larkspur

    19 Reviews
    Larkspur, CO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (720) 325-2393

    $50 - $170 / night

    "We’re a one night in each location maybe 2 as we tour the US in 4-6week chunks."

    "When we arrived we found out our spot was by the train we asked to be moved and they were extremely accommodating and put us in another spot up higher away from train."

    8. Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

    5 Reviews
    Louviers, CO
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 275-5610

    $30 / night

    "Indian Creek is lush and wooded, while still being close to Denver. The drive in is easy, following a paved road most of the way. Great spot for car camping."

    "Water spigots next to the bathroom. There are a few trails here, some are horse trails. Overall a beautiful spot with some shade!"

    9. Dakan Road Camping

    12 Reviews
    Larkspur, CO
    15 miles
    Website

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Dakan Road is mostly known as an Off-Road vehicle Road, so 4x4’s are suggested to get up to the sites."

    "The only issue I found is that being so close to civilization/the city is that there was a lack of camp etiquette from neighboring campsites."

    10. Indian Creek

    4 Reviews
    Louviers, CO
    8 miles
    Website

    $7 - $22 / night

    "Good option close to Denver."

    "There is a small trail you can hike. Pet friendly with a leash. I visited in off season for the trail, the picture is from the snow left on the drive into the sites."

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Recent Reviews near Louviers, CO

2151 Reviews of 338 Louviers Campgrounds


  • leah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2025

    The Lost Site - Dispersed Campsite

    The lost site

    Beautiful quiet spot. Large sites with pull thru. Easy turn around. No facilites and cold in October

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Applewood RV Resort by Rjourney

    Great hiking and biking trails

    The park was okay if you are looking for something overnight. And very expensive and very crowded and no room between rigs. Looks like fulltime living in some spaces. It does have laundry service. And it has a great park just beside it. And there are beautiful hiking and biking trails right next to the facility. And it is very dog friendly.

  • FThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Redskin Creek Rd Dispersed Campsite

    Stayed here again! 34+ dispersed spots

    Just wanted to write another review of this spot, love it, easy road in but extremely busy even in late September on an early Friday afternoon. Completely full by Friday 6pm I wouldn’t even try after unless it’s November-April. Seriously. Lots of big spots for multiple cars and tents, fire pits in every numbered spot. Trails nearby, even found an old horseshoe! Get there early, but that’s known if you ever been there.

  • Rachel S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    N Boulder Creek Dispersed Camping

    2x winner

    Have now camped here twice, in June & late September, both on Friday nights, and it has been perfect. Loads of well spaced spots, secluded, gorgeous views.

  • Brittanie T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Nice Pull Off Dispersed Site

    Easy access

    Easy to access spot with plenty of parking. There is a slope around the area so will possibly need leveling blocks. Campfire ring and great views.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Gold Lake Area Dispersed

    Great dispersed camping

    I stayed at a small spot maybe a mile further down the road from where these coordinates lead you to. There was a fire ring and it was right on the lake. My spot was just before the large spot with the uphill drive that overlooks the lake. Perfect balance of solitude and presence of distant neighbors. Road to get in is a little rough but not the worst and I even saw some sedans doing fine. Easy one hour drive into RMNP in the morning.

  • Rachel S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    North Boulder Creek Dispersed Camping

    Gorgeous, spacious

    Surprising amount of availability for a Friday night after work, big well spaced sites, beautiful views, quiet, and private!

  • S
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Herman Gulch Trailhead

    Highway noise, but car camping friendly

    Lots of car noise from the highway but otherwise a good spot to park overnight and sleep in your car. Gravel/asphalt road, easy access, porta potties.

  • S
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Sawmill Gulch

    Drive in + makeshift firepits

    Loved this spot because it felt like a secret. Only 4 or 5 designated camping spots, but you can drive your car into the spot as well. I came from Kenosha Pass ($24 to camp there and you can’t drive your car to your campsite). The road up to the campsites starts out like a regular dirt road, but then it gets a tad rocky and then it gets slightly rough with several potholes. I drive a 2008 Prius and I went slow and it was not a problem for me at all, I cannot speak for the road coming from the other side though. There are bear signs so please be careful. There are also a couple spots along the way to park but not camp. Each of the campsites had makeshift rock style firepits as well. No bathrooms, no water, no trash cans. Private property on most of the rest of the land. No cellphone service for Verizon until you get to the highway again. Highly recommend!


Guide to Louviers

Louviers sits at the convergence of Colorado's foothills and plains at approximately 5,900 feet elevation. Seasonal temperature fluctuations affect camping accessibility, with summer highs reaching 90°F and winter lows often dropping below freezing. Most camping areas within 20 miles of Louviers require fire permits during high fire danger periods, typically July through September.

What to do

Mountain biking trails: Buffalo Creek Recreation Area features an extensive network of trails for various skill levels. "Great camping spot, esp. if you like mountain biking. Not whistler in terms of terrain but plenty of trails for various ability levels," notes a visitor to Buffalo Creek Recreation Area.

Water recreation: Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, and paddleboarding at various reservoirs. "Chatfield is such a great park; I've spent so much time biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, spending time with family. The dog park is by far the best. Off leash- so much room; well taken care of and big lake for the dogs to swim," reports a camper at Chatfield State Park Campground.

Equestrian facilities: Several campgrounds accommodate horse riders with dedicated facilities. "My folks bought property you can ride to Indian Creek from. Love this area! Lots of beautiful trails, close to Denver and very peaceful. Bring your ponies, its an equestrian campground!" shares a visitor to Indian Creek Equestrian Campground.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate the separation between camping areas. "We went up for a quick weekend trip and it was perfect, lots of campsites along the road and not too close together. The road was decent to drive on a few bumps but nothing crazy. The sites were clean and well maintained," reports a camper at Rampart Range Recreation Area.

Proximity to urban amenities: The convenience of being near Denver while still feeling removed from city life. "We stayed here for one night before heading back out on the road. This place is huge and has many amenities. It's very well maintained. The bathrooms were very clean and the showers were pay only and only with a bank card. $1.50 for a five minute shower," notes a visitor to Cherry Creek State Park Campground.

Fire regulations: Established fire rings are available at most developed sites. "We researched the spots in this area, and were surprised at how far spread the sites actually are. I had eyeballed site 83 and hoped we'd get to it. We arrived Wednesday morning and realized it was too far in than we would've liked so we landed at site 33 and it was AMAZING!" reports a camper at Rampart Range Recreation Area.

What you should know

Weekday vs. weekend availability: Most dispersed camping spots fill quickly on weekends. "Very nice pull in campsite near a ton of trails. It was pretty busy, though, on a Tuesday. Also, it was $23/night. Be sure to pass all the private property signs - they only apply to the sides of the road! Pets must be leashed," advises a visitor to Indian Creek.

Noise considerations: Some camping areas experience significant noise from nearby recreation. "Way too many people and the boat traffic was awful," mentions a camper at Cherry Creek State Park Campground about summer weekend conditions.

Weather preparedness: Afternoon thunderstorms are common during summer months. "Indian Creek is lush and wooded, while still being close to Denver. The drive in is easy, following a paved road most of the way. Great spot for car camping," notes a visitor describing typical conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Louviers, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Louviers, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 338 campgrounds and RV parks near Louviers, CO and 99 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Louviers, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Louviers, CO is Chatfield State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 77 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 99 free dispersed camping spots near Louviers, CO.