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"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."
"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."
"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."
$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."
$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!"
"I only gave it 4 stars because on the outskirts of the state park we have a lot of homeless camps popping up oblong Parker road and 225."
"It is in the center of the city, but aside from the traffic on the dam in the distance you would not realize it. "
$33 - $40 / night
"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. "
"The highway noise was very noticeable, but didn’t take away from the peaceful setting. It was a clean campground. The bathrooms and showers were clean and have a key code for entry."
$35 - $55 / night
"Take a friend and a picnic for a lovely day on this beautiful lake right here in Arvada. Your worries fall away and you can experience the joy in nature around you. Maybe weird but true!"
"5 stars because of the lake, Mountain Views, and it not being far from town. Rent a floatation device or bring your own and enjoy the warmth on the lake☀️"
"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."
$28 - $202 / 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."
ScoutThis was a great stay, conveniently located just down 285 for a short get away during the work week. We stayed for 3 days and during that time there were only a few other campers here. All of the sites are surrounded by trees, there is quite a bit of shade, and even though it is very close to 285 I thought the road noise was pretty minimal. The campground is very clean, the camp sites were nicely spaced out, the vaulted toilets were very clean, even though we had brought plenty of water there is a water pump (we did not use it so can't speak to it), and having a trash dumpster on the grounds was convenient. The camp host, Dan, was very nice and we saw him on multiple days so it's nice to know there is someone around day or night. The trailhead for section 6 of the Colorado Trail is right next to the campgrounds so we checked out a portion while we were here and loved it. There is no Verizon service anywhere on the campgrounds
TravelerIncredible views, nice fire rings, ample flat spaces for tents and vehicles. The sites are actually a bit to the north of the intersection. No one was around on a Monday night. 10 minutes to Terryall Reservoir with good fishing. Had cell service with data. Highly recommend.
TravelerThis place has beautiful surroundings and a stream flowing thru. Clean bathrooms. Paid showers. I don’t usually stay in the RV section or city parks … and maybe they’re all like this .. but there are no barriers at all between the sites for RV’s and no trees! The tent sites would certainly have been fine for my 16’ van but couldn’t tell that online. Some of the tent spaces themselves seem to have some division and are on the creek. But the picnic tables & parking, and most of the tent sites are out in the open and side by side.
ScoutThe Dyrt usually has great camping sites, this one I’m not sure why it has 4 stars. First off, you cannot access the lake from any campsite, it’s a steep drop off from the area. So if you are looking to kayak or paddleboard, or camp lakeside this is not where you want to go. It’s also Denver drinking water so you can’t go in the water. The drive in is beautiful, flowers everywhere but I don’t think you want to camp here. We camped Sunday night and there is a Mine or Quarry on the other side of the ‘lake’ and they worked non stop for 24 hours, which means non stop noise. Once it got dark they had 3 bright spot lights that traveled across and lit up most of the campsites so you can’t see any stars. I’m not sure why no reviews mention this, maybe it’s only seasonal or certain days that they work 24/7 but good luck sleeping while listening to construction noises and bright lights. Also there are mountain lions in the area so they national forest recommends not bringing your dogs which also isn’t mentioned here at all.
TravelerFriendly host and roomy slots!
ScoutClose to Estes Park downtown and a short drive to Rocky Mt Park entrance. Clean facilities, friendly staff and very affordable!
GuideI loved this spot! it’s only about 10 minutes from Nederland and 45 minutes from boulder. There are mountains and aspen forests. and wildflowers everywhere! i also saw elk nearby. the road isn’t terrible but there are some rocks and bumps. i made it in a volkswagen tiguan while towing a camper. i couldn’t get super far down the road but i made it to a nice spot on the top of a hill. It got a bit chilly at night but not too bad! I also had 1 bar of 5g with t-mobile. i recommend for mountain peacefulness!
ScoutThis place was a quick hike to some of the campsites. Beware there are signs stating to not build fires and be within 1/4 mile of creek. Place was clean and beautiful!
LegendExcellent campground. Some sites are tight and need some leveling. Fantastic mountain views, wildlife, close to RMNP. Plenty of activities for everyone. And Yogi, BooBoo, and Cindy Bear. Also has various cabins to rent. Great store and small food hut.
Camping near Wheat Ridge, Colorado, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Wheat Ridge, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and check out the reviews to find the best spots for your adventure!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Wheat Ridge, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 335 campgrounds and RV parks near Wheat Ridge, CO and 94 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wheat Ridge, CO is Chatfield State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 75 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 94 free dispersed camping spots near Wheat Ridge, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Wheat Ridge, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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