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Best Campgrounds near Evergreen, CO

2,839 Reviews

Evergreen, Colorado sits in a transition zone between Denver's urban sprawl and the mountainous wilderness, with camping options spanning both established sites and dispersed areas. Chief Hosa Campground, located just off I-70, provides tent and RV sites with electric hookups in a wooded setting at 7,600 feet elevation. Echo Lake Campground near Evergreen offers seasonal camping from June through early September with tent and RV sites. The Buffalo Creek Recreation Area provides free dispersed camping opportunities on national forest lands.

Camping seasons vary significantly around Evergreen, with many developed campgrounds operating only from May through September. Chief Hosa Campground typically opens in May and closes by mid-September, while higher elevation sites like Echo Lake have shorter seasons due to snowpack. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, particularly during summer weekends when Denver residents seek mountain escapes. The region's proximity to I-70 means road noise affects some campgrounds, particularly those closest to the highway. Travelers should check fire restrictions, which are common during dry summer months. As one camper noted about Chief Hosa, "Local and quiet. Great place to stay near Denver yet still camp. Noise from highway wasn't an issue. Some did find it bothersome."

Developed campgrounds in the Evergreen area typically feature clean facilities with bathrooms and sometimes showers. Chief Hosa provides coin-operated showers and maintained restrooms with keycode access. Several visitors mentioned the campground's convenience for accessing hiking trails and proximity to the town of Evergreen for supplies. The campgrounds near Evergreen serve as good bases for acclimating to higher elevations before venturing deeper into the mountains. A review highlighted this benefit: "Sits at about 7600 feet, so a great place to spend a few days acclimating to altitude. Sits in Genesee Park, so there are hiking trails all around." Wildlife sightings are common, with bears occasionally reported at campgrounds, requiring proper food storage and awareness.

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Best Camping Sites Near Evergreen, Colorado (422)

    1. Chatfield State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Littleton, CO
    15 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. Dakota Ridge RV Park

    41 Reviews
    Golden, CO
    9 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."

    3. Indian Paintbrush Campground—Bear Creek Lake Park

    34 Reviews
    Morrison, CO
    10 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. Chief Hosa Campground

    27 Reviews
    Kittredge, CO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (720) 913-0700

    $33 - $40 / night

    "Sits in Genesee Park, so there are hiking trails all around. Evergreen is next exit west with all kinds of convenient shopping and dining. Showers are a quarter every two minutes."

    "They use a keycode system to restrict access to the centrally-located bathhouse (there is only one in the campground), which I thought was clever. "

    5. Deer Creek Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

    48 Reviews
    Eldorado Springs, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-3707

    $18 / night

    "area was plowed open to exactly the width of our trailer, so with more than three feet of snow on the ground we needed to get some exercise and do a bit of shoveling so we could back in and be able to walk"

    "Late October is very unpredictable in Colorado for a camper who is primarily a tent camper."

    6. Clear Creek RV Park

    28 Reviews
    Golden, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 278-1437

    $32 - $80 / night

    "Had a great spot right next to the Clear Creek walking path. The campground is clean and well looked after. Clean bathrooms and showers. Close to many hikes and mt trails."

    "**Campground Review: ** Golden, CO is a super cute town on the outskirts of Denver. The city has a campground in a prime location, and we were lucky to book a site!"

    7. Denver West-Central City KOA

    30 Reviews
    Central City, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-3043

    "good location for cute old mountain towns! also close to Denver and other must sees in Colorado!"

    "8100’ high. 7 miles off I-70 at Idaho Springs. 25 miles into outskirts of Denver. Don’t worry they have oxygen! Not kidding!!"

    8. Reverend's Ridge Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

    30 Reviews
    Rollinsville, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-3707

    $28 - $90 / night

    "This spot is just a quick ride outside of Golden. The scenery is gorgeous with several trails to hike or mountain bike. The campsites are clean and easy to get to."

    "Stunning campground nestled right outside Golden and Boulder Colorado. We couldn’t believe it…so close but you feel incredibly removed once you get there."

    9. Echo Lake Campground

    14 Reviews
    Georgetown, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $26 / night

    "Echo Lake campground is situated off Squaw Pass Rd next to Echo Lake and the start of Mt Evans Rd."

    "RV sites are VERY close together and a little close to the main road. That is the only downside. Beautiful and spacious sites surrounded by spruce trees. Camp host was friendly and helpful."

    10. Buffalo Creek Recreation Area

    30 Reviews
    Buffalo Creek, CO
    21 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."

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  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Bevercreek Dispersed Camping

    Quiet overnighter

    It's a nice dirt road up the hill to these three or four sites. The first site is about a quarter mile before the last three sites. It can be windy as all the sites are completely exposed. No facilities or access to water available. Relatively flat pads that are quite generous in size could fit two or three smallish campers per site. Big rigs could pull in here as well.

  • L
    Oct. 16, 2025

    LaVern M. Johnson Park

    Downtown Lyons

    Nice campground downtown Lyons and on the river. Full hookups. Tents sites right next to the river. Slow and not reliable wifi but 5G. Showers nearby closed and further showers you need to pay for. Very nice camp host. I will return.

  • Hillary B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Peak One Campground

    Convenient and beautiful

    Convenient to town and all that Frisco/Dillon has to offer, but also right on the perimeter trail (6-mile dirt) and also the Dillon Reservoir loop (18-mile paved). Our site had a small path right to the beach.

    No hammocks are allowed here (we learned this by having one). There are bathrooms, but they were locked during our stay. Potable water was still available.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Creekside Along Georgia Pass

    Nice and quiet with trees and creek

    Camped here on off-season. Wonderful babbling brook, lots of trees, peaceful quiet

  • Ken B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Hermits Hollow Campground — Hermit Park

    Nice campground

    The sites are spacious and far enough apart. Not much for views but the place was clean and the staff very welcoming. Close to the park and t-shirt shopping in Estes Park.

  • Adam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Cherry Creek State Park Campground

    Good spot close to city

    Nice park with lots of things to do here. Bathrooms and showers are nice and kept clean every morning. Laundry wash $1.50 to $2.00 and dry for $1.50! Cell Verizon and att decent with up to 20Mb download Spots are level (101) Water to fill a jug but some spots have full hookups. Free dump station. You can hear the freeway and road traffic but it’s not terrible. Over nice park.

  • Daniel C.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Forest Service Road 250 Dispersed

    Great Spot Near 11 Mile Reservoir

    Great location, 2.5hrs from Denver and about an hour from the Springs. Had great space for our setup. Only a 5-10 min drive to the state park with great fishing. Drove my VW wagon and had plenty of clearance to manage the dirt road.

  • 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.

Guide to Evergreen

Camping near Evergreen, Colorado, offers a fantastic mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Rocky Mountain National Park. One camper mentioned, “The hiking trail to Sprague Lake is about a mile with plenty of birds and other critters. We saw a weasel and a flock of turkeys.” This is a great way to enjoy the local wildlife.
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds are near lakes and rivers, perfect for fishing. A review noted, “Take a canoe, kayak, or fishing poles and enjoy a day on the lake with a great view of the mountains.”
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for elk and moose. One visitor shared, “We saw over 100 elk in RMNP,” highlighting the area's rich wildlife.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the stunning landscapes. A review from Glacier Basin Campground said, “Great campground with beautiful views of the mountains!”
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds pride themselves on cleanliness. One camper at Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake mentioned, “Friendly hosts, clean bathrooms with hot pay showers.”
  • Accessibility: Campgrounds like Chatfield State Park are conveniently located near towns, making it easy to grab supplies or enjoy local dining. A visitor noted, “Easy access to the sand beach on Cherry Creek reservoir.”

What you should know:

  • Seasonal Availability: Some campgrounds, like Glacier Basin Campground, are only open from May to September. Plan your trip accordingly.
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full hookups or showers. A camper at Mueller State Park Campground mentioned, “No water at site but several drinking water stations with hose hookups.”
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Popular spots can get busy. One review for Moraine Park Campground noted, “It's a bit overcrowded. Lots of beetle damage.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for sites with amenities like playgrounds or swimming areas. A camper at Cherry Creek State Park Campground said, “Great Campground, Incredible Dog Park,” which is perfect for families with pets.
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games or outdoor toys. One family shared, “We enjoyed the easy access to the Rocky Mountain National Park and downtown Estes,” making it easy to explore together.
  • Pack Snacks and Meals: Having food on hand can save time and money. A review from Chatfield State Park mentioned, “Bathrooms were coin operated so that wasn’t the best for a shower,” suggesting that planning meals can help avoid extra trips.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Prospector Campground noted, “The campground was mostly private with a lot of little trees in-between sites.”
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds don’t offer electric or water hookups. A review from Eleven Mile State Park stated, “No hookups, trashy. Winds in evening almost made me leave site.”
  • Bring Cash for Amenities: Many campgrounds require cash for firewood and other supplies. A visitor at Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area mentioned, “All has to be paid in cash, including site fee.”

Camping near Evergreen, Colorado, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of options for families and RVers alike. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful scenery!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds near Evergreen, Colorado?

The Evergreen area offers excellent camping options within a short drive. Chief Hosa Campground sits at 7,600 feet elevation in Genesee Park, providing hiking trails and proximity to Evergreen's amenities. For a true mountain experience, Roosevelt National Forest Camp Dick Campground features stunning views, well-maintained fire pits, and a rolling river with hiking trailheads accessible from camp. Other excellent options include West Magnolia Campground near Nederland and Gordon Gulch Dispersed Area, which offers both numbered sites and additional unnumbered sites with spectacular views further down Forest Road 233.1. For those seeking lakeside camping, Winiger Ridge at Gross Reservoir provides secluded sites with water access opportunities.

What RV camping options are available in Evergreen, Colorado?

Evergreen offers several RV-friendly camping options. Travel Port Campground provides a peaceful setting tucked among mature evergreen trees with friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere. It's conveniently located near Eleven Mile State Park. For families seeking amenities, Jellystone Park™ at Larkspur offers a full-service RV experience. Additional options include Chatfield State Park Campground with full hookups and Indian Paintbrush Campground at Bear Creek Lake Park. Most RV sites in the area require reservations, especially during peak summer months. When booking, check each campground's specific RV restrictions regarding length limitations, hookup availability, and whether generator use is permitted.

What outdoor activities can you do while camping in Evergreen, Colorado?

The Evergreen area offers abundant outdoor recreation. Hiking trails abound, with West Magnolia Campground providing direct access to an extensive network of hiking and mountain biking trails. Water enthusiasts can enjoy fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding at nearby reservoirs. Fall River Reservoir Dispersed Camping Trail combines camping with water activities, though reaching prime spots requires 4x4 vehicles to navigate rocky terrain. Wildlife viewing opportunities are excellent throughout the region, with chances to spot deer, elk, and various bird species. During winter months, nearby areas offer snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Rock climbing, photography, and stargazing are also popular activities. Most campgrounds provide direct access to recreational opportunities, making Evergreen an outdoor enthusiast's paradise.

Is camping available at Evergreen Lake in Colorado?

Camping is not available directly at Evergreen Lake. The lake is primarily a day-use recreation area offering fishing, non-motorized boating, and picnicking, but overnight camping is not permitted on the lakeshore. For nearby lake camping alternatives, consider White River National Forest Heaton Bay Campground near Dillon Reservoir, which offers stunning lakeside camping with mountain views. Another excellent option is Castle Mountain Recreation Area at Wellington Lake, located within reasonable driving distance from Evergreen. For those wanting proximity to water while staying near Evergreen, Colorado Campground situated next to Manitou Lake provides a great alternative with nearby access to numerous trails.

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