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Camp Penguin at WPR

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· Cañon City, Fremont, Colorado

35 acres hosted by Tim & Lori F.

4 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Private sites

97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Learn more about this land: Note: NO FIREWORKS or GUNS are allowed to be used on the property. #WanderingPenguinRanch #CampPenguin #LifeOnTheMountain #2024 Don't forget we're at over 9,000 feet elevation and temperatures and weather conditions can vary greatly. Be prepared for all seasons!!! Camp fire usage depends on current weather conditions at the time of visits in addition to any state/county restrictions that may be in place (host approval required)!!! IF there are no restrictions and fires are allowed, we have firewood bundles and/or starter packs for purchase at $10/bundle/pack. We also have two propane fire pits available for rent (see "extras"), or you are welcome to bring your own. If you have purchased wood and there are restrictions/bans, we will gladly apply your wood purchase the rental of a propane pit. Propane fire pit usage may also be restricted by current conditions or state/county restrictions! We got a few more chickens last Fall and all seem to be doing great. We are hoping they will start laying sometime in March. They should lay several dozen eggs a week. Fresh eggs are available for purchase (when the girls are cooperating) by the dozen, or half dozen (see "extras"). You and/or your children are welcome to accompany us to gather the eggs in the evening, or we can just have them bundled and ready for you when you arrive. *UPON ARRIVAL at the property, please WAIT INSIDE our main gate (unless otherwise directed via prior communication with host). The host(s) will meet you there shortly after passing through the gate and direct you to your site. ----------------------- Camp Penguin at Wandering Penguin Ranch (facebook.com/CampPenguin) in southern Colorado is about a 3 hour drive from the Denver metro area, 90 minutes west from Colorado Springs and just under an hour north west from Canon City. We provide a variety of site options to choose from including tent sites, car/van/truck sites, and rustic trailer site options - all with NO amenities (NO electric/septic/water, etc). Additional vehicle parking on the property can be accommodated for groups with more than one vehicle. Please provide type of camper/tent and number of vehicles at booking so hosts can help direct you to the best site option available. Upon arrival campers will be greeted by Hosts and together can choose the site that works best for them from the currently available sites. Several sites are available next to our quaint little pond, or on the ridge overlooking the pond. Campers can also choose to camp in one of the nearby aspen groves, or even in the towering pines on the upper side of the property (the pine sites require HIKING to access). Each site provides its own unique beauty, mostly with an amazing view of the west side of Pikes Peak in the distance. Guests can relax around our small pond or roam freely around our 35-acre property. There is both hiking and fishing at Badger Creek only a short drive away. Waugh Mountain State Trust Land is another hiking option and is also just a short drive up the road (*NOTE: the State of Colorado now requires a valid hunting/fishing license to access state trust lands)! Additionally, we are about 45-90 minutes away from a variety of alternative adventures! Some of these include Salida, Cripple Creek, Eleven Mile Reservoir, Paradise Cove Swimming Hole, Florissant Fossil Beds, Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, Manitou Incline, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Cave of the Winds, Seven Falls, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience, several rafting/zipline and Jeep tour companies, Westcliffe, Bishop Castle and Canon City including Skyline Drive, Tunnel Drive, Royal Gorge Train, Museum of Colorado Prisons and The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey. Any of these can be done as a day trip or visited while on your way here, or home. (*NOTE: some of these attractions are free, some require a fee and some are seasonal. To avoid disappointment, PLEASE do your own research prior to arrival)! Guests need to be self-sustaining to camp here as there are no facilities nearby (gas stations, grocery stores, restaurants, etc.)! But, if you are looking for a peaceful, quiet getaway to commune with nature, a chance to see wildlife and simply relax.... We're your place - book your visit now!!!

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Rocky Perono R.recommends

May 31, 2024

(Site 2) Babbling Brook by Pond

This trip was amazing. We were greeted by Tim and Lori when we first entered the campsite. They showed us around the campsite and gave us additional supplies to make our experience rememberable. The land was beautiful and the hospitality was fantastic. Would come here again and recommend to other people.

Stephanie F.recommends

May 27, 2024

(Site 4) Quaking Aspens in Meadow

My husband and I had an amazing time at this camping location! The views were beautiful all the way through. Everything was kept up and maintained. Tim and Lori were so sweet and very informative. They greeted us when we arrived and the cherry on top Lori made us amazing homemade cookies! We would recommend this place to any of our friends and family. We will be back for sure!

Sam H.recommends

May 27, 2024

(Site 4) Quaking Aspens in Meadow

Had a great time. Tim and Lori were very nice and welcoming. Beautiful property. Stayed at spot 4 perfect if you’re looking for a large private area. Will be staying there again

Manon L.recommends

May 27, 2024

(Site 5) Whispering Pines up the Mt

We tent camped for one night here. Tim and Lori were such kind and helpful hosts, giving us an overview of their property and lake, providing fish food for the pond, treats for our dog, and fresh homemade cookies. The site itself is on a gorgeous piece of land with an incredible view of Pikes Peak in the east, and lots of rolling hills with pines to wander through. the drive took 3 hours from Denver, the last few being on dirt road, but scenic and well maintained. Our Forester made it up to the site without issue. We had excellent weather and built a fire in their fire pit, and used the bucket of water they provided to douse it. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!

Leanne E.recommends

May 27, 2024

(Site 3) Aspen Grove by Pond

Great campsite by the pond!

My family had a great stay at Tim & Lori’s. Lori was very communicative before with detailed directions on how to get to the property. It was easy to find. Lori had a little activity bag put together for my 4 year old son, which he loved, fish food, and homemade cookies. We got fresh eggs from their chickens. The spot is right near the pond with great views of Pike’s Peak. The ground was pretty level so we didn’t have to do much to level our pop-up camper. Their house is just up the hill from the pond and two campsites, but there are enough trees that it still felt somewhat secluded from their house. There is an outhouse with a cassette toilet that they cleaned out. We brought our own but it was nice to know they had one available. We walked our dogs around the property and saw deer in the field next door. We would definitely recommend Tim & Lori’s place to people coming to the area and have already thought about camping there again with some friends. It’s a 40 minute drive to Cañon City and the Royal Gorge. We drove home on CR-9 to 285 and it was so pretty, very little traffic for it being a holiday weekend.

Shane R.recommends

May 26, 2024

(Site 2) Babbling Brook by Pond

Amazing!

Tim and Lori were the best! Like coming home and visiting your mom and dad. They made sure everything was perfect when you got there. Gave us a full run down from weather report to fishing report. Places to hike as well. It was such a quite beautiful place. Will definitely go back!

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Cañon City, Fremont, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tséstho’e (Cheyenne) and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Tim & Lori F.Joined in August 2020

Response rate: 100%

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