Established Camping
Staunton State Park Campground
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Colorado weather can be unpredictable: be prepared for a variety of weather conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures, wind, rain, and snow (even in the summer). CPW does not grant exceptions to the refund policy for weather conditions.
Staunton State Park Campground, near Pine, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those who love the great outdoors and don’t mind a little hike to get there. With its beautiful scenery and well-maintained trails, it’s a popular choice for campers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
The campground offers hike-in sites that provide a sense of seclusion while still being close to nature. Many visitors have noted the stunning views, especially in the fall when the aspen leaves change color. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to carry your gear for a bit, so packing light or bringing a wagon is a smart move.
Amenities include clean pit toilets and picnic tables at each site, but don’t expect showers or electric hookups. Campers have mentioned that the sites are spaced out nicely, allowing for a bit of privacy, although you might hear some noise from nearby day hikers. As one reviewer put it, “The park is very busy during the day but there are tons of awesome hiking trails that you can take advantage of.”
For those looking to explore, the surrounding area is filled with trails perfect for hiking and biking. Whether you’re here for a quick weekend trip or a longer stay, Staunton State Park Campground is a solid choice for anyone wanting to enjoy the beauty of Colorado’s outdoors.
Description
State Park
Staunton State Park
Staunton is open year round. From high grassy creek fed meadows at 8,100' to waterfalls and soaring granite cliffs over 10,000', Staunton State Park's varied geology, soils, water features, and climate support rare and unexpected plant communities and a rich diversity of wildlife. Staunton's 3,800 acres offers a myriad of outdoor recreation opportunities.
With its diversity of pines, spruce, fir and aspen trees, each season is a delight for photographers and sightseers visiting the park. Over thirty miles of scenic trails invite you to explore the park's rare beauty. Camping, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing, track chair programs for the disabled, bird watching, wildflowers, photography, geocaching, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and nature study are the park's main attractions. Staunton is home to an abundance of wildlife including moose, black bear, mountain lion, elk, deer, fox, coyotes, marmots, along with a variety of birds, and many raptors. Staunton currently offers 25 walk-in, tent camping sites reservation only. For more information, call the park at 303-816-0912. For current, real time park weather conditions visit Staunton's BloomSky station at: https://map.bloomsky.com/weather-stations/faBiuZWsp6S1q5ii . For more information about the park please visit the Staunton website: http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/Staunton/
NO-SHOW Policy
If you do not arrive to the park within 24 hours of your scheduled check in time and do not notify the park that you will be arriving late, your site may be resold and may not be available when you arrive. The fees for any nights passed are non-refundable.
Changes and Cancellations
- Cancellations or changes may be made online 24 hours a day 7 days a week, or through the Aspira Call Center at 1-800-244-5613.
- Reservations where one or more dates fall outside of the 6-month booking window are frozen for 14 days.
- Cancellations:
- If the cancellation is made 28 days or more prior to the arrival date, 25% of the fee for 1 night or day-use permit will be retained
- If the cancellation is made 8-27 days prior to the arrival date, 50% of the fee for 1 night or day-use permit will be retained.
- If the cancellation is made 7 days or less prior to the arrival date, 100% of the fee for 1 night or day-use permit will be retained.
- If a reservation is cancelled at any time after the arrival date, any nights prior to the cancellation are NON-REFUNDABLE
- Changes:
- If a change in the reservation is made 28 days or more prior to the arrival date, 10% of the fee for one night or day-use permit will be retained.
- If a change in the reservation is made 8-27 days prior to the arrival date, 15% of the fee for one night or day-use permit will be retained.
- If a change in the reservation is made 7 days or less prior to arrival, 20% of the fee for one night or day-use permit will be retained.
- If the change in the reservation dates is made between the day after the arrival date and the departure date, the fees for any nights or days passed are NON-REFUNDABLE.
- There is no additional fee to add days to a reservation.
- The reservation holder is responsible for any difference in use fees.
- Customers who wish to receive a refund outside of these rules will need to contact the park at which they have the reservation directly.
- No exceptions to the refund policy will be given for bugs, bad weather, campfire bans, water conditions (including water levels, boat ramp or swim beach closures, and algae)!
- If the original reservation was made directly with the park, any refunds resulting from changes/cancellations will be issued via personal check and may take up to 90 days from the date of the change/cancellation to be processed.
By making a reservation with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, you are agreeing to read and abide by all rules stated in this purchase flow and on the confirmation letter.
The campground's quiet time is from 1000-0600 daily. No fires are allowed. Staunton State Park is black bear habitat. All tent sites have large bear proof boxes available for use. Always store all food, food serving items, and even clothing that might smell of food inside the bear boxes provided at each campsite.
Please use www.cpwshop.com to make, cancel, or change reservations or make any license, pass, or retail purchases. ReserveAmerica.com has limited functionality for CPW customers.
Per CPW regulation, no individual may camp or park a motor vehicle, trailer or camper on a state park for more than fourteen (14) days in any twenty-eight (28) day period on a single park. For the purposes of this regulation, an individual is defined as any person who has occupied a site, whether or not they are formally listed on the reservation as the reserving party or primary occupant.
Any reservations made with one or more days outside of the 6-month reservation window will be frozen to changes for 14 days from the date the reservation was made.
Location
Staunton State Park Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
From Denver - Take US Highway 285 (also called Hampden Avenue in Denver) Southwest approximately 35 miles to the the Elk Creek Exit at Shaffers Crossing. Turn right (north) on Elk Creek Road and follow the signs 1.5 miles to the park's entrance.
Address
12102 S Elk Creek Rd
Pine, CO 80470
Coordinates
39.52294747 N
105.41620597 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 8 min from Denver
- 1 hr 17 min from Boulder
- 1 hr 45 min from Colorado Springs
- 1 hr 50 min from Greeley