Masonville, CO is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Masonville is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Find the best campgrounds near Masonville, CO. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.
$36 - $41 / night
"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."
$30 - $60 / night
"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."
"Very enjoyable spot, close access to trails and entrance and exit of the park."
$30 - $115 / night
"We have camped in Colorado for over 15 years. By far the campsites with the best views! And you can rent cabins too. Just love this place. Lake gets busy In the summer."
"The sites are picked up but not manicured by any means and there is road noise due to the proximity of the roads around the region."
"Campground is situated along the Big Thompson River. Big cottonwood trees. Easy accessibility for big rigs. Some items … water valves leak in lakes around entire park and many are leaking."
"Right next to the river. Close to some easy MTB trails. Would definitely stay here again."
"It’s not your run of the mill KOA by a highway. The lake is beautiful with a walking path all of the way around and paddle boats. The pool is nice. The miniature golf is pretty with mature trees."
"Lake, boats, water cannon boats, fishing, bikes, peewee golf, jumping thing. Walking path around lake."
$45 / night
"Sites are fairly close together strung out along the lake edge. In September, lake level is purposefully lowered about 20 feet from summer levels."
"Vault toilets with electric lights and a shower facility at each location. Located close to marina/boat ramp."
$30 - $45 / night
"This was our second visit to Pinewood Lake and while some things stayed the same others were much the same. Our first visit last fall was during the final stages of a blizzard. "
"Even with the snow and us being novices we set up without a hitch and were soon enjoying the magical panorama of the lake below us and the hills and mountain tops around us."
$45 - $70 / night
"There’s access to a small playground for kids. The pool looked nice, the lake is right across the road. Overall a good campsite."
"Since there was construction going on at the national park campgrounds and none were available, we found Mary’s Lake to be a great alternative to take our chances at camping in the park."
$29 / night
"There is a hairpin switchback to get into the lower loop and the website states that it is not accessible to trailers longer than 20 feet."
"Fees: $23.00 standard single $7.00 for 3rd vehicle
Reservations: 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
Out of season: FCFS
Firewood for sale by camp host located at Upper Ansel Watrous Campground."
$35 - $70 / night
"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."
TravelerWe stayed two nights in a tent camp site. We happened to arrive just as the camp hosts were making their rounds and talked to them, got recommendations for which site to pick (they were 100% spot on with their recommendation) and local trails.
The sites are all beautiful! Each site has a fire pit, picnic table, bear box, and tent pad. There's no water, so bring your own, but there are vault toilets.
--A NOTE ON FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVE SITES-- Because of its proximity to Wild Basin and Sandy Beach Lake, this is a popular campground. I recommend arriving for your first night during the week (we arrived on a Thursday and had our pick of sites).
When you arrive, you will flip the sign at your site from "open" to "reserved" to show that it has been taken. Once you've paid your camp fee they will clip a little receipt to the sign. This may make it look to some reviewers like the first-come-first-serve spots were actually reserved but they were not. Those reviewers may have just gotten there late on a popular weekend and all the people who got there first were served first. That's how it works.
TravelerThis is a nice campground, the sites are not huge but they are adequate. Dowdy Lake is really scenic and the trout fishing was decent, I saw a lot of people catching at least one or two fish. The vault toilets are cleaned daily. I had 1-2 bars of LTE on T-Mobile. Elevation is just over 8,000 feet.
ScoutRoad is open for summer and it’s kinda rough getting up, but once your there, it’s a pretty nice view. Went up in a campervan and felt kinda scared but made it.
ScoutThere’s a good bit of campsites along the road and if you’re able to get one close to the edge you can get some good views
TravelerGrandparents lived in Laramie, brought us here a Happy Jack road for picnics and rock hounding. Over 50 years ago! The area still looks the same, but much more crowded. We stayed a week and enjoyed watching the climbers throughout the day. Our 27' TT fit easily into the site. It is one of my favorite places and would recommend it to all!
TravelerWe arrived at around 10pm on a Saturday night and were able to find a spot way back, but it did require AWD. The site was small, but secluded. There were some sharp weeds, so recommend wearing pants while walking around. Gorgeous views, and quick access to the park.
ScoutThere is a playground for the kids and tons of picnic tables. The sites are cleared and make it really easy for putting up a tent, and there are tables at each site. There’s bathrooms, too, which make it easy! There is a river that runs right behind it and it’s so pleasant to listen to and fun for the kids to play near. It was fast flowing though so we didn’t let them in.
ScoutNo need to look elsewhere - this is where you want to stay! But you better book well in advance. CLEAN shower houses. Friendly staff. Owners who pay attention to the details. This truly is Paradise by the river! Sites are close, but very quiet. I've never stayed at such a beautiful campground.
ScoutBasic primitive dispersed camping Just watch your food or the Huskies might get it if you’re not paying attention.
Camping near Masonville, Colorado, offers a fantastic mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping near Masonville, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, it's a great spot to enjoy the great outdoors.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Masonville, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 289 campgrounds and RV parks near Masonville, CO and 81 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Masonville, CO is Cottonwood Campground — Boyd Lake State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 43 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 81 free dispersed camping spots near Masonville, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Masonville, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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