Several cabin rental options are available within a 30-minute drive from Timnath, Colorado. Located near the Cache la Poudre River valley at 5,000 feet elevation, Timnath experiences warm summer days and cool evenings, making cabin camping comfortable throughout the main season. Winter cabin rentals remain accessible with temperatures averaging 20-45°F from November through March.
What to do
Fishing access points: South Shore Campground at Carter Lake provides direct water access from many sites with both shore fishing and a designated fishing dock. "We had a campsite without any shade but luckily there was a cloud cover to protect us from the sun. Our site was 28 which was on the end which made it very big," notes one visitor at South Shore Campground.
Hiking nearby trails: Flatiron Reservoir Campground offers access to hiking with wildlife viewing opportunities. A visitor mentioned, "Heard many different wild animal noise at night in the distance, saw elk, and eagles. They do allow fishing but no swimming. Great place for an easy get away from town." The campground is just outside Loveland, making it convenient for cabin campers seeking day activities.
Paddling opportunities: At Riverview RV Park & Campground, cabin guests can enjoy direct river access. "We had a great time at this campground. We spent 4 days in a spot right next to the river. Close to Rocky Mountain National Park. Really enjoyed the river, dog park, live music on sat. night and laundry," according to one reviewer.
What campers like
Proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park: Cabin rentals at Estes Park KOA provide a good base for park exploration. One camper noted, "The location just outside of Estes Park provides easy access to town while still allowing for a more rural experience."
Seasonal activities: Camping cabins at Fort Collins North-Wellington KOA feature shared amenities including a pool during summer months. "Clean, well-kept campground with full outdoor kitchen, pool and play areas. The staff were extremely kind. One of the best KOA's we have stayed at," reports one visitor.
Waterfront cabin options: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Estes Park offers cabin rentals in a mountain setting with water activities. "Minutes away from NP entrances and Estes Park, yet totally secluded in the mountain wilderness. We got a site furthest away from the entrance/highway, up a steep road. The sites are small and close together, but the surrounding beauty more than makes up for it."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds with cabin rentals have limited winter availability. At Flatiron Reservoir Campground, water access may be restricted seasonally, with a visitor noting: "The reservoir does offer beautiful sunrises and sunsets and has the feel of being out in the country while still being relatively close to town."
Reservation requirements: Most cabin rentals require advance booking during peak season (May-September). "We stayed at site S18 for 2 nights. Large gravel pull through spot (as were all of the sites on this loop), with a picnic table and fire pit. Some trees around this site providing shade on both sides, but this was not true of my friend's site as S20," reports a camper at South Shore Campground.
Cabin amenities vary significantly: Drake Campground offers basic cabins with limited amenities. "Loved this campground! My boyfriend and I stayed here one night and our site was overlooking the river. It was so calm and peaceful. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was the price it is $40 but no electricity or showers."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park features extensive family programming. A parent shared: "We are a family of 4, our boys are 11 and 8. We spent 2 nights Tent Camping in June for Father's Day Weekend. The facility offered tons of activities for the kids and they wore themselves out daily to the point of falling asleep while eating dinner."
Playground access: Many cabin camping areas near Timnath feature play areas. At Fort Collins North-Wellington KOA, "New playground equipment was nice, and the store was well stocked. Try to get one of the spots closer to the playground side as they seem better maintained."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Curt Gowdy State Park Campground offers cabin stays with nature observation potential. "We loved this place so much we stayed two extra nights! The sites themselves are level and nice... The trails are beautiful, fun and abundant. We couldn't have had a better time hiking and wildlife watching."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for cabin camping: When booking cabins near Timnath, consider space requirements. "Tent sites were well spaced for privacy, and even on a busy weekend, we felt like we had our own space to enjoy nature. We were right on the waters edge, and the view in the morning was incredible, looking out over the lake with mountains in the background," explains a visitor at South Shore Campground.
Bathroom access considerations: Many cabin rentals have shared bathroom facilities with varying hours. "The bathrooms turned out to be 5 unisex toilet/shower combos, which are pretty inconvenient when you need to poop and all of them are taken by people showering. There are 3 other restrooms in the KOA, but we only used the one by site 84," notes a reviewer from Fort Collins Lakeside KOA.
Kitchen and provisioning planning: Most cabin rentals near Timnath require bringing your own cooking equipment. Riverview RV Park provides cabin stays with nearby town access, with a reviewer stating, "It is close enough to the city of Loveland where you can access stores. I was able to get my laundry done at a good price and the sites are decent in size."
