Best Tent Camping near Loveland, CO

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Loveland, CO has a lot to offer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Loveland campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Loveland, CO. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Tent Sites Near Loveland, Colorado (60)

    1. Carter Knolls Campground at Carter Lake

    2 Reviews
    Lyons, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 679-4570

    "Carter Lake is really a hidden gem I never knew existed. We came after leaving Flatiron Campground but they were booked up AND we had a tornado watch going."

    2. Horsetooth Mountain - Backcountry Site 2

    1 Review
    Masonville, CO
    11 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "This would be a perfect first backpacking trip for beginners! Once you park, you sign in to the backpacking log to the right of the main entrance by the kiosk. The sites are first come first serve."

    3. Hermit Open Space County Park Hermits Hollow

    10 Reviews
    Estes Park, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 679-4570

    "The road is okay to drive on, we took our car and tent camped. We didn’t take our camper as the switchbacks are very tight and the road is very steep."

    "We couldn’t much camping around this area that was open in early April. We came across this place and stayed for 1 night. There is bear boxes and some bathroom. Sites have fire rings."

    4. Lory State Park Backcountry Campsites

    3 Reviews
    Bellvue, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 493-1623

    "We did a quick overnight backpacking trip to one of the backcountry sites at the top of the Timber trail. It’s a beautiful meadow with wildflowers in the summer."

    "We did a quick overnight backpacking trip to one of the backcountry sites at the top of the Timber trail. It’s a beautiful meadow with wildflowers in the summer."

    5. Allenspark Dispersed Camping

    23 Reviews
    Allenspark, CO
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 295-6600

    "Our spot was near the creek, the sound was beautiful. The only downside was absolutely no cell service."

    "Fire ban was in effect when we went, but lots of fire circles available otherwise. Bring bug spray, the flies are bold."

    6. Allenspark Dispersed Camp Spot

    7 Reviews
    Pinewood Springs, CO
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 295-6600

    "Clear skies at night, but tree cover if you prefer. Quick drive to Estes Park. No Verizon cell service."

    "Awesome scenic drive, great spacious spot. But only for one party. If someone else is there, you're outta luck. Fire road is gated off so no other options."

    7. Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area

    50 Reviews
    Nederland, CO
    36 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."

    "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."

    8. Longs Peak Campground — Rocky Mountain National Park

    14 Reviews
    Allenspark, CO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 586-1206

    "The camp sites near the top of Longs Peak in the Boulderfield are worth the long hike (6 miles up steep terrain)."

    "Amazing hikes and plenty of wildlife. The spaces are small but accommodate an RV or a single tent. Bear boxes and toilets close to everything."

    10. Dream Canyon Campsites - Dispersed Camping

    20 Reviews
    Nederland, CO
    33 miles
    Website

    "However, proximity to Boulder is a huge plus if you are looking for a quick and easy get away."

    "Was desperate to find "something" after driving 11 hours that day, and normal paid camp grounds were full. HOWEVER I was pulling a smaller trailer, and that turned out to be a real issue."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Loveland, CO

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near Loveland, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Loveland, CO is Carter Knolls Campground at Carter Lake with a 3.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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