Best Glamping near Westminster, CO

Standley Lake Regional Park provides several glamping options just minutes from Westminster's city center, with sites accommodating a variety of upscale outdoor experiences. The park offers both lakeside and elevated sites featuring glamping-style yurts and canvas accommodations equipped with electricity, comfortable bedding, and picnic areas. Golden Gate Canyon State Park, located within 30 minutes of Westminster, houses luxurious yurts in both the Reverend's Ridge and Frazer Meadow campground areas, providing guests with premium bedding, heating, and private decks with mountain views. A recent visitor noted, "The campsites were very large, with plenty of space between sites and the heated bathrooms were a welcome luxury."

Activities at these glamping destinations center around the natural landscapes, with Standley Lake offering water-based recreation including paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing. Equipment rentals are available seasonally from May through September. Golden Gate Canyon's glamping guests enjoy direct access to extensive hiking trails, with several trailheads located steps from premium accommodations. Both locations provide stargazing opportunities due to reduced light pollution compared to nearby urban areas. One guest highlighted their experience: "We absolutely love Golden Gate Canyon State Park! Such a beautiful space with wonderful hikes. The Raccoon Trail to Panorama Point offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains." Bear-resistant food storage is provided at all sites, and most locations require advance reservations, especially during peak summer months.

Best Glamping Sites Near Westminster, Colorado (56)

    1. Deer Creek Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

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

    $18 / night

    "The campground office restrooms were open, heated and clean.  Trash dumpsters were available as were recycling cans. The electric hookups were on."

    "The drive from Golden up into the park is beautiful and you truly feel like you are leaving the noise of Denver and the metro behind."

    2. Standley Lake Regional Park

    15 Reviews
    Westminster, CO
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 425-1097

    $35 - $55 / night

    "The ranger crew is serious about conserving the area’s natural eco system, but still very inviting and kind!"

    "There’s no hook ups for water, electric or dump sites although there are water spigots that can be used to fill fresh water. The shower is an outdoor shower."

    3. Chatfield State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Littleton, CO
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 791-7275

    $36 - $200 / night

    "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!"

    "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."

    4. Indian Paintbrush Campground—Bear Creek Lake Park

    34 Reviews
    Morrison, CO
    17 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."

    "We chose this campground to be close to Red Rocks for a show. We didn’t expect much from it, but we really liked it! Yes– as some reviews say– you can see Home Depot from the campground."

    5. Cherry Creek State Park Campground

    50 Reviews
    Centennial, CO
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 690-1166

    $28 - $432 / night

    "Arapahoe Group Loop has a great pavillion with outdoor kitchen and bathroom. Overall Camper amenities are great and very clean. Many well shaded individual sites are available."

    "Very pretty campground with tidy tent spots and on-site bathrooms, showers for rent, and laundry. Very easy to access even from the RTD bus stop."

    6. Reverend's Ridge Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

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

    $28 - $90 / night

    "but far enough away from neighbors.  We were able to explore easily from our site and my daughter had a great time checking out the campsite."

    "Many multiuse trails. Get up early and drive mountain base road...we caught a great view of a moose. Panorama Point had a breath taking view. Hygiene: Laundry facilities on site."

    7. Denver West-Central City KOA

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

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

    "Beautiful site in the mountains nice spots only complaint was quiet hours not enforced people watching outside TVs at loud volume way past midnight no one on property to contact after hours"

    8. Frazer Meadow Campground — Golden Gate Canyon

    8 Reviews
    Black Hawk, CO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-3707

    $18 / night

    "The bike trails are awesome and a sweet pond tucked in the meadow to fish at."

    "This was a great campground tucked away in the mountains. There are plenty of hiking trails from the campground and throughout the park. The sites were very private and very quiet."

    9. Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon

    13 Reviews
    Black Hawk, CO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 582-9979

    $30 - $65 / night

    "Nestled right in beautiful Colorado, even!& I love camping! Okay, I admit, I love‘camping’ in parks where there are cabins with beds and air! "

    "We pitched our tents at Base camp at Golden Gate Canyon and unplugged for awhile(literally there was no cell service)."

    10. Bear Creek Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Morrison, CO
    18 miles
    Website

    $34 - $40 / night

    "Super close to Denver and offered through the City of Lakewood. The sites are for tent/RV and have electric hookups. Beautiful area."

    "Super friendly staff. The Bad: Day use Denverite humans on bicycles who run their mouths as the peddle past. (Get a job, Chad)."

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Glamping Reviews near Westminster, CO

870 Reviews of 56 Westminster Campgrounds


  • Jennifer L.
    Jul. 13, 2018

    Cherry Creek State Park Campground

    City Camping at it's Best

    Great campground here at this state park. We have always stayed in the Arapahoe Group Loop for holiday weekends. Arapahoe Group Loop has a great pavillion with outdoor kitchen and bathroom. Overall Camper amenities are great and very clean. Many well shaded individual sites are available. Campsites are far from other park amenities like Dog Park, Shooting Range, Marina. Swim beach is a 10 minute walk-able distance from campground. Recommend driving to get around the park.

  • Cara W.
    Jul. 11, 2018

    Castle Mountain Recreation Area at Wellington Lake

    Private but Crowded

    Beautiful lakeside camping just outside of Denver. Campsites are a bit close together, but great for groups! No hookups here but you have bathroom facilities and a visitor center where you can buy firewood. Campfires allowed in the fire pits. If you have an RV beware quiet hours from 10pm to 8am, no generators allowed. Lake is perfect for paddleboarding, kayaking and fishing and you will most likely have phone service if you are with AT&T or Verizon. Many day use areas, however vehicles and individuals are charged. For campers, if you bring more than one vehicle you will be charged daily for any additional ones. No drinking water is available, you must bring your own. Dirt roads to the lake are rough and narrow. Close to Deckers for incidentals. Intersects with the Colorado trail for hiking and biking and close to the Colorado River for tubing!

  • Anne B.
    Jun. 19, 2025

    Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon

    Breathtaken, I remember it all too well 🫶🏼

    Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon is everything you expect it to be and more from the overview! Nestled right in beautiful Colorado, even!& I love camping! Okay, I admit, I love‘camping’ in parks where there are cabins with beds and air! So of course, we stayed in a climate controlled cabin! Reminded me of KOA Campgrounds and similar price except this park is in COLORADO with amazing views and KOA’s are just barely outside of boring iowa/SD cities(the ones we stayed in) the scenic walks were worth it themselves!

    But they have all sites, not just cabins, of course.(: I have 3 children and not one of them wanted to leave!!!(Made my sanity go a bit crazy, but says a lot when children stay somewhere for vacation and aren’t complaining and becoming bored before the end!) When we didn’t understand something they jumped to explain without being annoyed or irritated. They really hooked us up there! A little note: in my experience, and I’m sure everyone there is great, but Dillon, especially, took so much time to answer our questions show us around and ensure we had a quality time! He was so kind and has that approachable personality of someone who loves to help others and ensure you have the best possible time!! 10/10 would stop again!

  • D
    Jun. 19, 2018

    Echo Lake Campground

    Small but quaint campground

    It’s a small campground at the entrance to Mount Evans. Some of the sites are very close proximity, while others are pretty spread out. The camp host Rick was awesome! If your looking to party it up all night, this is not the place for you. Rick follows the quiet hours to a T! I would recommend this place for a night or 2. Also recommend the drive up to Mount Evans, spectacular views! There is a store/restaurant across the street from the campground, but it’s mostly touristy things, no camping supplies.

  • Gary J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 15, 2022

    Estes Park KOA

    Noisy next to road and small showers

    Nice people, but right against the road. My tent was 50 feet from the main road and I tried to sleep with my head under the pillow. Also, showers are TINY, but bathhouse is air conditioned.

  • s
    May. 3, 2023

    Denver West-Central City KOA

    Mountain High

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

    Nice campground, friend staff, laundry, fun little gift shop with some food stuffs, beer and liquor. Pizza cooked there but we didn’t try it.

    Our space was a big rig space on concrete pad with ample seating, a table, a fire pit, and a propane grill stove… use you own propane! Full hook ups. It was still reaching freezing at night and so we didn’t hook up our water.

  • C
    Jun. 19, 2018

    South Bay Campground — Horsetooth Reservoir

    Friday Night 💫

    Beautiful campsites next to water with onsite water access. Wonderful campfire pits/grills and picnic tables. Quiet hours were no inforced which can be good or bad.

  • Becky S.
    Jun. 20, 2018

    Arapaho Valley Ranch

    We love Arapaho Valley Ranch!

    There are community fire pits, stocked trout pond, access to the river, acres of woodland, and Colorado’s smallest bar! We love the vibe at AVR and the owners are amazing. Occassionally you can catch live music and there are several historic buildings they are restoring. We have a few friends that don’t camp which is okay because they also offering glamping, tipis, cabins, and a lodge. Trust me... one stay and you’ll be booking another one soon after!

  • Meghan T.
    Oct. 3, 2022

    Sun Outdoors Rocky Mountain

    Great RV Park

    This place has everything! Bowling, an amazing pool and hot tubs, super clean facilities, full hookups, rent an airstream or chuckwagon for the weekend, stay in a tiny home - really, there’s so much to do especially for families. Our site (308) had an outdoor kitchen area, nice firepit and chairs, and outdoor table and chairs.


Guide to Westminster

Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Standley Lake Regional Park offer glamping experiences within 30 minutes of Westminster, Colorado. The mountain terrain rises to 8,500 feet in some areas, creating distinct microclimates across campgrounds that impact comfort and planning. Winter temperatures in the foothills frequently drop below freezing even when Denver remains mild.

What to do

Archery practice: Bear Creek Lake Park features an archery range close to the campground. A visitor noted, "Bear Creek Lake Park houses a wonderful archery range that's open to beginners and experienced archers alike. The park also offers horseback riding from the stables."

Watercraft rental: Standley Lake Regional Park provides canoe, kayak, paddleboard and paddle bicycle rentals from May through September. According to a recent camper, "If you don't have a paddle craft they rent them there. You can rent a kayak, a paddle board, a canoe, or a paddle bicycle on a pontoon!"

Bird watching: Standley Lake hosts numerous water birds including cormorants, grebes, and herons on Bird Island. One visitor reported, "Views of Longs Peak and the Indian Peaks can be seen to the West. I paddle with my friend and large smiles in the calm waters, heading toward Bird Island- you can hear the ruckus of Cormorants, Grebes, Heron, and others birds all marking their space."

Wildlife viewing: Chatfield State Park offers opportunities to observe local fauna in a natural setting. A visitor commented, "My husband and I stayed in this beautiful campground in 2018 June. The wild life was beautiful, the facilities were clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful!"

What campers like

Tranquility despite urban proximity: Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon provides a convenient escape from urban areas. A camper shared, "Unplugged for the weekend (literally there was no cell service). It was nice to unwind and relax for a bit between the stress and long hours of work and school."

Accessible hiking trails: Golden Gate Canyon State Park offers numerous hiking options directly from campsites. One reviewer wrote, "This park has great trails for hiking and mountain biking. There is also a high elevation lake as well as fantastic views of the continental divide."

Clean facilities: The campgrounds maintain good hygiene standards with regular maintenance. At Cherry Creek, a visitor observed, "This place is huge and has many amenities. It's very well maintained. The bathrooms were very clean and the showers were pay only and only with a bank card. $1.50 for a five minute shower."

Winter camping options: Unlike many mountain destinations, Cherry Creek State Park remains open year-round, providing winter glamping opportunities near Westminster. The concrete pads at many sites help with stability during freeze-thaw cycles.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Westminster require advance booking, especially for glamping structures. At Reverend's Ridge in Golden Gate Canyon, sites can be reserved up to six months in advance.

Fee structure complexity: All state parks charge a daily entrance fee ($9-10) in addition to camping fees. A reviewer at Chatfield noted, "You will need to pay the $9 day fee in addition to the camping fee."

Limited privacy at some sites: Cherry Creek State Park can feel crowded during peak season. A camper remarked, "LOTS of pavement. Quiet hours start WAAAAY too early for an early fall Friday night." Another visitor noted, "I didn't love the campground feel... I felt like I was very close to other campers."

Wildlife precautions: Bear-resistant food storage containers are provided at mountain campgrounds. A camper at Golden Gate Canyon warned, "When we where there, there were bear in the campground."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Bear Creek Lake Campground offers multiple play areas for children. A visitor mentioned, "There's a few playgrounds within the campground and park area, with access to trails to the lake, a boat launch and boat rental, equestrian stables, and archery."

Educational opportunities: Golden Gate Canyon State Park provides wildlife viewing opportunities. A camper advised, "Get up early and drive mountain base road...we caught a great view of a moose. Panorama Point had a breath taking view."

Swimming limitations: Standley Lake has restrictions on water entry that affect family activities. A visitor cautioned, "The lack of trees here is concerning. I did admire the beautiful water. The ramp is very short and you cant go into the water. If you planned on taking the kiddos."

Off-peak advantages: Visit campgrounds Monday through Thursday during school season for quieter family experiences. A Denver West-Central City KOA visitor noted, "We were wishing we would have brought paddleboard and fishing gear but next time! Bathrooms were clean even with all the camper everyone was very nice and quiet!"

Tips from RVers

Leveling challenges: Some sites require significant leveling equipment. At Standley Lake, a camper warned, "We got site 47, which is labeled as an RV site, but it is NOT suitable for pop up campers. the site doesn't have even a hint of a levelable spot."

Hookup availability: Reverend's Ridge Campground offers full electric hookups on loop E. An RVer reported, "Loop E (electric hookups) is very spacious and well laid out. Every campsite is a pull thru allowing you situate anywhere along the paved area to best suit your needs."

Dump station locations: Bear Creek Lake Campground offers a dump station rather than individual sewer hookups. A reviewer pointed out, "Only drawback might be the bathrooms have no night lighting and you have a dumping station instead of sewage hookups. Also water is available but not at the site."

Seasonal variations: Be aware that mountain campgrounds above 8,000 feet can experience freezing temperatures even in summer. A visitor at Denver West-Central City KOA noted, "Don't worry they have oxygen! Not kidding!! It was still reaching freezing at night and so we didn't hook up our water."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Westminster, CO is Deer Creek Campground — Golden Gate Canyon with a 4.6-star rating from 48 reviews.

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