Camping near Wray

There aren’t many places in the world with annual tours devoted to the greater prairie-chicken. But, Wray, Colorado, is one. Come for the wild chickens, and stay for the beautiful landscapes. Located a few miles from Colorado’s border with Nebraska and Kansas, the small town of Wray has a few more unexpected finds, including a Smithsonian Institute exhibit in the local history museum. Take in views of the grasslands and waterways while exploring the Republican River, toss a line in Stalker Lake, or watch for wildlife in Sandstage Wildlife Area. Wray camping options include tent and RV campsites, cabins, and glamping getaways dotting Colorado’s Eastern Plains. For public campgrounds, you’ll need to venture a ways out of town to find some city and county parks, Colorado’s South Republican State Wildlife Area, and Nebraska’s Enders Reservoir State Recreation Area. If you need some mountains, head west until you reach the Front Range.