Best RV Parks & Resorts near Watkins, CO

Several RV parks operate near Watkins, Colorado with varying amenities and access options. Denver Meadows RV Park in Aurora provides full hookups including 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections, operating year-round with both back-in and pull-through sites. Barr Lake RV Park, located in Brighton, offers spacious sites with full hookups and accommodates big rigs on primarily gravel surfaces. Within 30 miles, Cherry Creek State Park Campground provides paved sites with full hookups in a more natural setting despite urban proximity. Sites at most parks feature picnic tables and trash service, though spacing varies significantly between locations. "The RV spots have full hookups and are nice and spacious. We were able to set up a tent too! Great place to stroll and relax," noted one Cherry Creek visitor.

Proximity to highway I-70 creates convenient access but introduces road noise at several parks, particularly noticeable for overnight stays. Most RV parks in the area maintain on-site dump stations, though quality and accessibility differ substantially. Cell service generally remains strong throughout the region with Verizon providing better coverage than AT&T in most locations. According to one visitor at Barr Lake RV Park, "It is all gravel/dirt with tight spaces and lots of seasonal/full-time campers." Pet policies vary between properties, with most allowing pets but enforcing leash requirements. During summer months, advance reservations are strongly recommended as Denver-area RV parks frequently reach capacity, especially on weekends and holidays. Winter camping options remain available at several year-round facilities including Denver Meadows and Barr Lake.

Best RV Sites Near Watkins, Colorado (82)

    1. Dakota Ridge RV Park

    41 Reviews
    Golden, CO
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 279-1625

    "We pulled in late in a 38 ft Class A without a reservation and they had 1 spot in the late check-in box that would accommodate our motor home. Very clean and well maintained RV park. Beautiful view."

    "Perfect location on the edge of the city. Easy access to highways and the city. It is pricey and there are many rules but it is full service with a very friendly staff."

    2. Denver Meadows RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Denver, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 364-9483

    "It is a no thrills,Quiet,peaceful,full hook-ups kind of park.little expensive but one cost covers everything.plus it is a all season park."

    "Haven't had any problems, it was quite, and peaceful. Lots of good food nearby."

    3. Clear Creek RV Park

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

    $32 - $80 / night

    "Stayed here for a month and a half with electric only (full hook up spots for extended stays were already taken but that was okay). Staff is extremely helpful and accommodating."

    "Had a back-in full-hookups site that backed up to the walking path/sidewalk beside the river. Our site was long enough to stay hooked up."

    4. Applewood RV Resort by Rjourney

    13 Reviews
    Wheat Ridge, CO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 872-7544

    "Good location close to interstate to access all the cool towns and site seeing west of Denver."

    "When I walked in the office, I was greeted by 5 wonderful sweet dogs. I love dogs so there couldn't have been a better greeting. Kathy was very friendly and helpful."

    5. Buckley AFB FamCamp

    1 Review
    Aurora, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (720) 847-6100

    6. Delux RV & Motel

    4 Reviews
    Twin Lakes, CO
    25 miles
    +1 (303) 433-0452

    "My friend and I, in our attempt to bicycle from Texas to Banff National Park found ourselves in an unfortunate situation."

    7. Wild Country RV Park

    1 Review
    Keenesburg, CO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 732-4579

    $40 / night

    8. Barr Lake RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Brighton, CO
    21 miles
    +1 (303) 659-6180

    9. Casey Jones RV Hideaway

    6 Reviews
    Cimarron, CO
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 646-3599

    $45 - $65 / night

    "Small, quiet, and well treed. Close to town, some restaurants, grocery, and fuel. A bit pricey for not having sewer. Has a dump station."

    "Quiet,small,friendly,close to town,walmart,Safeway. A little overpriced, but it's still pretty."

    10. Elevado Estates RV Park

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    Wheat Ridge, CO
    27 miles

    $50 - $450 / night

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RV Park Reviews near Watkins, CO

682 Reviews of 82 Watkins Campgrounds


  • william H.
    Jun. 25, 2018

    Lone Rock Campground

    Line Rock review

    We love this campground due to the river access. The do have potable water but it tastes pretty bad, so brIng drinking/cooking water. Most, if not all sites, have a picnic table and fire pit. During reservable season (Memorial Day to Labor Day I believe), the campground host usually has firewood for sale. No cell service, no electric. We hear that the cafe In Deckers may be getting wifi. The campground is open all year but the water is shut off in the winter. Sites are close to each other.

  • D
    Nov. 12, 2020

    Deer Creek Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

    Truly Spectacular State Park

    We visited Golden Gate Canyon in October 2020 and we were blown away with the natural beauty of this park. We stayed in Reverends Ridge Loop E Site 49. It was a pull through site, mostly level, and it easily accommodated our 20' truck still attached to our 30' travel trailer. The sites we saw were spaced apart generously. The park was quiet and family friendly. We only stayed for one night as we were passing through the area, but we would absolutely go back again and highly recommend it to others. One important note is that RVs can not enter through the entrance on HWY 46 at Mountain Base Road (we learned the hard way). The good news is the entrance is not far from there, but you may want to plan to enter off HWY 119 from the outset.

  • Lizzy C.
    Jun. 12, 2017

    Chatfield State Park Campground

    Fancy shmancy campground

    This was a wonderful experience for us! If you are looking to be in solitude in nature this is not the place for you. It's very close to Denver, with every amenity you could think Of! This isn't how we usually camp, but after 4 days of driving and hiking we needed this mini oasis! Clean showers, bathrooms, laundry rooms and playgrounds. Even the fire pits were spotless. There are even vending machines and WiFi 😂

    Pets okay on leash, lots of bunnies hopping around so keep an eye on your little buddy.

  • Kellen T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 19, 2023

    St. Vrain State Park Campground

    Great Urban Camping!

    We had an amazing time at St. Vrain State Park! We pulled in on Friday and stayed till Sunday and even though we live right the road it was nice to get the camper out and enjoy the weekend with our two dogs. Bathroom facilities were pretty clean and well kept (no soap in the main building with the showers though). Fishing was a blast caught about ten rainbow trout in a couple of hours. Walking trails throughout the whole park saw lots of birds including bald eagles, ducks, blackbirds, etc. The campsite was fantastic they have both electric only and full hook up but every site has its own covered picnic table, concrete parking pad, and fire ring with a cooking platform. Very dog and family friendly and on the way out there is I even a dump station for the small price of 35$ a night it was well worth it.

  • Eat · See · RV L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2020

    Cherry Creek State Park Campground

    Nice state park outside of Denver but expensive

    The facilities at this state park are really nice. Relatively level and paved spots, big rig friendly, full hookups at sites, and laundry and wifi on site but it's not the prettiest or most secluded campground. There's a lake and lots of trails for biking or hiking and I think it popular getaway for locals. We did see lots of deer and a great horned owl which was cool. You can definitely hear the highway and are close to any amenity you could need. About a 35 minute drive from downtown to explore. It's a bit expensive with a daily fee on top of camping fees. We were happy to snag a spot as it's one of the closest and nicest options to explore Denver in an RV but wasn't wowed.

  • J
    Sep. 25, 2020

    Cherry Creek State Park Campground

    Wonderful state park

    9/25/2020 Pros: this could be a long list but I will give the top pros. Very easy to find, very easy to check in and easy to access sites, back in or pull through. The entire park is very well kept. Sites a spaced apart no crowding. Beautiful cottonwood trees turning colors. Big rigs this is the place for you.

    Cons: Have not found any yet.

  • Josie Mae  A.
    Jul. 5, 2022

    Applewood RV Resort by Rjourney

    Good location

    Good location close to interstate to access all the cool towns and site seeing west of Denver. We stayed for softball tournament and we were very close to Lotz park and about 25 minutes from Westminister parks.

    Spots were VERY CLOSE together so we didn’t like that at all. Definitely not the Colorado outdoorsy feel. A lot of long term folks there too. Neighborhood felt a little sketchy but we we didn’t have any issues.

    Close to Prospect lake so a good place to walk dogs.

    Facilities were very clean and well maintained.

  • Janine R.
    Apr. 8, 2025

    Clear Creek RV Park

    Great spot in the heart of Golden

    Stayed here for a month and a half with electric only (full hook up spots for extended stays were already taken but that was okay). Staff is extremely helpful and accommodating. They have extremely clean bath houses cleaned daily and coin0op laundry (office has quarters available). Along a gorgeous walking path to the mountains, within immediate walking distance to multiple breweries and restaurants, and extremely accessible to the mountains. Love it here!

    Sites 8 & 9 are extremely unlevel, but the other sites are pretty fine.

  • ProfG999
    May. 12, 2021

    Applewood RV Resort by Rjourney

    Perfect urban campground

    I was stranded in Denver by a snow storm ahead. I called Prospect and they found a spot for me. When I walked in the office, I was greeted by 5 wonderful sweet dogs. I love dogs so there couldn't have been a better greeting. Kathy was very friendly and helpful. I was a bit early but she juggled things around and got me in. Dump station is convenient and easy to use. Showers (hot and clean!) are private and you have your own key. The laundry was great too. They had a nice pull through available close to the restrooms. It was a great spot to rest for a few days. You can run errands/do shopping - everything is nearby. Nice to charge up and fill up my water tank. I didn't have to do much leveling at all. The spaces aren't too close. It is all gravel which I hated for the dog but right next to it is a nice lake and park which connects to hiking trails. So you're in the city but a few steps away, you feel like you're out. Best of both worlds. Lots of friendly folks in the park. I almost didn't want to leave. They sure helped me out and I enjoyed my stay.


Guide to Watkins

Discover the charm of RV camping near Watkins, Colorado, where a variety of parks offer unique amenities and activities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Most parks have electrical and sewer hookups

  • The Denver East-Strasburg KOA provides convenient electric hookups and sewer connections, making it a practical choice for RV travelers.
  • At Barr Lake RV Park, visitors can enjoy full hookups, including water and electric, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • Flying Saucer RV Park offers essential amenities like electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, catering to the needs of RV campers.

RVers like these nearby activities

  • The Casey Jones RV Hideaway is close to local attractions, providing easy access to hiking trails and outdoor adventures.
  • Guests at Denver Meadows RV Park can explore nearby dining options and parks, perfect for a day out.
  • Elbert County Fairgrounds hosts various events throughout the year, offering entertainment and community activities for campers.

Enjoy the natural beauty of the area

  • The Tuff's Ranch is set in a picturesque location, ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in Colorado's stunning landscapes.
  • Campers at Hillcrest Village RV Resort can appreciate the serene environment while being close to urban conveniences.
  • Applewood RV Resort by Rjourney provides a blend of nature and accessibility, making it a great spot for exploring the surrounding area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular RV campsite near Watkins, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Watkins, CO is Dakota Ridge RV Park with a 3.3-star rating from 41 reviews.

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