Best Camping near Padroni, CO

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122 Reviews of 26 Padroni Campgrounds


  • Adria K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Prewitt Reservoir State Wildlife Area
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Prewitt Reservoir State Wildlife Area

    Decent lil spot

    The road in essentially circles the reservoir, and you just pull off where can/want to. The gravel road is well maintained. And there is plenty of room between you and your neighbor. We pulled up around 6 on a Saturday evening and found a great spot.

  • Jan C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Spur Campground
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Silver Spur Campground

    Dirt Pit of Awful Management

    I don't like to write negative reviews and this is my 1st but sadly this place went from just a dirty dusty RV park to a total nightmare. We are full-time RVers so we have stayed in a park or 2- Without boring you with too much detail... After staying there 4 months I experienced needing the help of the owner/manager(Kelsi). Help that came with a hefty price tag. I was told that her husband had turned off my water and forgotten to turn it back on and their solution was that I go outside(in the dark) and turn it on or wait until they came back to town. Being alone, almost 80, and not too firm on my feet, was unimportance to her. I went without water for 16 hours and she was incensed that I dared to be frustrated with the lack of help and I was told we were not a good fit for the park and we should leave. They are absentee managers and don't want to help their residents. I know I'm not the 1st or even the 2nd to experience Kelsi’s wrath and leaving was a bonus for us. Sadly, this child has no management/customer service skills. So to end with a word, of warning be aware and don't cross her.

  • Martin W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
    Aug. 2, 2024

    Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area

    Large, beautiful, and affordable campground with water access... but with limitations

    Huge campground with countless beautiful sites. Even if you arrive after sunset, you will definitely find a very nice spot here. The camp host is super nice and friendly. She invited us to go kayaking on the lake, lent us all the equipment for free, and we had a wonderful time with her.

    It could really be the perfect campground... but there are two issues to consider:

    1. As others have mentioned, freight trains run regularly across from the campground and are incredibly loud. So definitely sleep with earplugs!
    2. The restrooms are swarming with flies. I've never seen so many—each restroom has 50-100 flies. It's a shame because this problem could be easily managed.

    Still, 5/5, as everything else here is truly more than perfect.

  • Landon C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Park Chappell
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Pony Express Park Chappell

    One of my favorite spots is no longer free

    I stopped by after having discovered this free spot last year but they are now charging $15 a day, which is not worth it. I would have rather planned to drive farther into Wyoming to get one of the free spots. I understand why the town started charging a fee but it’s sad nonetheless.

  • lThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
    Jun. 25, 2024

    Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area

    Clean campground donation fee accepted

    Very nicely run campground and wonderful host. All sites easy walk to or on Reservoir. Trains seemed to whistle through across highway at least 1x every hour until late at night. 🙄 clean bathrooms. Lots of grass area. Locals with their water toys made for happy campers all around. Stayed one nite 6/14/24

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sterling RV Park - The Landing
    Jun. 9, 2024

    Sterling RV Park - The Landing

    2 says rest from traveling

    It's a new RV park. It was very well kept up and clean. The downtown Sterling was nice. Jane was very helpful with directions and things to do and see. Jane was wonderful in helping us to stay for 2 nights. You're the bomb, Jane, as my kids would say.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area

    great find traveling across NE

    Really nice spot with free camping, donations accepted. Run as if a paid campground and lots of overflow space where there were RVs. We got the last site (#35) on a busy holiday weekend, so happy about that as it was getting dark soon!

    Picnic tables and firepits with grate for cooking provided. Was able to find kindling in the trees around. 

    Bathrooms were pretty nice.

    Would definitely recommend.

  • Kelda C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping

    Pretty and Windy

    You have to drive for several miles on some bumpy roads, but my Ford transit handled it fine. There are a couple spots with fire rings before the main trailhead, and then many options if you keep driving. Really beautiful but verrrry windy. My van rocked me to sleep every night. Overall peaceful and pretty. Also there was an adorably stubborn cow blocking the road on my way out. Really added to the ambiance :-)

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Butte View
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Pawnee Butte View

    My Favorite

    This is one of my favorite places. Between the serenity, lack of bears, ease of access to water activities at the local State Park. This has been my favorite find so far!

  • Brooke P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping
    May. 27, 2024

    Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping

    Decent

    It's a decent camp spot. We went on memorial weekend and we were able to find a spot. His Subaru outback made it and we saw sedans get up there just fine.

    Cows do use the area and may wander into your site. Cactus are a thing and it can get really windy. Our tent was staked down and we angled it so the side wasn't collapsing on us. Cooking during the wind was nearly impossible but doable with some engineering.

    Neighbors were quiet and the terrain made it so that we didn't see who camped in the next spots nearest us.

    It's decent if you want to get away for a day or two, wander around at your leisure, and read.

    Pit toilet available at the Buttes trailhead.

    Verizon service is spotty but I was still able to use maps.

  • Haley H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Sterling State Park Campground
    May. 19, 2024

    North Sterling State Park Campground

    Clean Campgrounds

    Went last July and the campsites were clean and well maintained. Firewood & other amenities are provided as well on the other side of the lake, super convenient! Only complaint was there were so many bugs at night in the morning.

  • Anne W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping
    May. 9, 2024

    Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping

    Stunning but windy!

    Lots of nice sites with fire pits. There are pit toilets at the trailhead as well. Pretty good Verizon service at most spots. My only complaint is that when I was there it was super windy!

  • Tarrah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Sterling State Park Campground
    May. 2, 2024

    North Sterling State Park Campground

    Wind and Sandburs

    There are bathrooms with plumbing and vault toilets. All of the leantos are set up so there is no view of the lake. My dog kept getting sanburs in her paws because they were everywhere. This is a one night place. $36 to camp

    I was pummled by the wind when it was fron the north and south. The water is not individual hook up it is shared with the campsites around you.

    At 8a the ranger was banging in my door to explain the water situatuon since I had hooked directly up to it. There were no other campers at the site but she felt it critical that I unhook my hose. The ranger from the previous day and campsite host never seemed to care.

  • Wild Berries B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping
    May. 2, 2024

    Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping

    Great hikes to the buttes

    Easy drive to the campground area even towing a trailer. A bit dusty but at the end you can find nice grassy area (after all, it is a National Grasslands). Very windy place (hence the windmills in far distance) but we were lucky to get some breaks in between and set up the trailer to shield us against the wind. Stayed couple of nights and did the hikes to both of the “buttes”. From the second one you can get nice areal views if you climb a bit. It took us 3h in a very easy pace, lots of photo and views stops. It can probably be done in and 1h to 1.30h.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cabela's RV Park & Campground
    Aug. 18, 2023

    Cabela's RV Park & Campground

    Great overnight spot

    Full hookups for $45. Clean facilities and well maintained grounds. Sprinklers turn on at 9:30 so don't leave anything out. Dog friendly but wish they had a fenced in area for them to run off leash.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Sterling State Park Campground
    Aug. 13, 2023

    North Sterling State Park Campground

    Beautiful and Open

    Very nice RV site with nice pull through spots! We booked a couple weeks ago and still ended up with a wonderful location! All of the sites we noticed had a lot of room so you didn’t feel like you were on top of each other. Great place for short hike with young kids. Lastly, amazing sunsets!

  • Landon C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Park Chappell
    Aug. 2, 2023

    Pony Express Park Chappell

    Peaceful free spot right off the interstate

    This is a great location off of I80 if you don’t need any amenities. I boondock often so this was a perfect place for me to sleep at. Cell signal was excellent and let me work remotely. It’s quiet and I’m pretty sure I was the only person there at night. There are bathrooms if you need it. Highly recommend if you need a beautiful free spot!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express RV Park
    Jul. 22, 2023

    Pony Express RV Park

    It was a nice place to stay for a night.

    We had a travel day and needed to have full hookups. They delivered. Internet was no problem.

  • Chris W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Butte View
    Jul. 19, 2023

    Pawnee Butte View

    Epic overnight

    The roads coming in are well maintained due to all of the oil rigs that are coming in and out. Spent the night overlooking the Buttes and had a summer storm roll in. Didn't get to hike out to The Buttes because the trail was closed to protect bird nests.

  • Arian K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee Butte View
    Jul. 2, 2023

    Pawnee Butte View

    A few dozen camping spots

    Overall, the site presents a tranquil retreat, offering peace and quietude. The constant wind is a blessing, keeping the area free of mosquitoes. The campsite features fire rings, though you will need to bring your own wood. The surroundings are characterized by lush grasslands, and the camping spots situated atop hills provide stunning views. However, the landscape is interspersed with man-made elements like windmills and oil rigs, which might detract from the natural beauty for some. The trailhead offers a water source - while not recommended for drinking, it could serve other purposes. The area includes a few trails for leisurely walks. This place serves as an excellent overnight stop for road-trippers, especially considering that it's free of charge.



Guide to Padroni

Camping near Padroni, Colorado, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and convenient amenities. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there are plenty of spots to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Fishing and boating: Many campgrounds, like North Sterling State Park Campground, provide access to lakes for fishing and boating. One visitor mentioned, "Firewood & other amenities are provided as well on the other side of the lake, super convenient!"
  • Hiking: Explore trails around the area. Campers at Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping enjoyed the scenery, with one saying, "The campsite features fire rings, though you will need to bring your own wood."
  • Wildlife watching: The Prewitt Reservoir State Wildlife Area is great for birding. A reviewer noted, "Birding is good here most of the year even during goose season."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Cabela's RV Park & Campground said, "Clean facilities and well-maintained grounds."
  • Friendly atmosphere: Many campers enjoy the welcoming vibe. One reviewer at Buffalo Hills Campground & RV Park mentioned, "The manager was very friendly. Reserving was easy."
  • Convenient locations: Campgrounds like Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area are easy to access. A camper shared, "Really easy campsite off of I-80. Easy to navigate in the dark."

What you should know:

  • Train noise: Some campgrounds are near train tracks, which can be loud. A visitor at Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area mentioned, "Freight trains run regularly across from the campground and are incredibly loud."
  • Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have full hookups. A reviewer at Buffalo Hills Campground & RV Park noted, "Sites are close together. Also a MH park."
  • Windy conditions: Some areas can be quite windy, especially at Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping. One camper said, "The constant wind is a blessing, keeping the area free of mosquitoes."

Tips for camping with families:

Tips from RVers:

  • Full hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for a more comfortable stay. A camper at Cabela's RV Park & Campground appreciated the "full hookups for $45."
  • Road access: Ensure the campground has easy access for larger RVs. A visitor at Pawnee Buttes - Dispersed Camping noted, "The roads coming in are well maintained."
  • WiFi availability: Some campgrounds offer WiFi, which can be helpful for RVers. A camper at Cabela's RV Park & Campground mentioned, "There’s WiFi and we got 4 bars on Verizon and T-Mobile."

Camping near Padroni, Colorado, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure.

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