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The best camping near State Forest State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next State Forest adventure.

The best camping near State Forest State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next State Forest adventure.

Camping near State Forest State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next State Forest adventure.

Keep an eye out for moose as you explore this massive park.  

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Overlook Ranch

3 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres ¡ Estes Park, CO
Incredible views of the towering Rocky Mountains and Continental Divide framed above the small town of Estes Park. The Overlook Ranch sits serenely above the town which has all the necessities you need only 10 minutes away. This 11- acre property has a couple of cabins and other RV sites that will give you that feeling of comfort in sharing that experience and having others around who may offer neighborly help if needed. This property also backs up to a National Forest with over 500 acres for those avid hikers who want that solitude and quiet that a Mountainous Forest can provide. Lake Estes is only 10 minutes away for those who enjoy canoeing, kayaking, and other water activities. You might wonder how close we are to Rocky Mountain National Park? - Fall River Visitor Center & Entrance is 15 Minutes Away. - Beaver Meadows Visitors Center & Entrance is 16 Minutes Away. - Cow Creek Trailhead is 9 Minutes Away. - Lumpy Ridge Trailhead is 7 Minutes Away.
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Arapaho Valley Ranch

68 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres ¡ Granby, CO
Arapaho Valley Ranch is a gorgeous, family-owned guest ranch in Colorado’s beautiful Grand County. Our ranch is surrounded by the Arapaho National Forest and is nestled in one of the most beautiful wilderness areas in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. This area features hiking trails, waterfalls, and historic steam engines from the old town of Monarch. We have a private hiking trail that leads to our “kissing swing” overlooking the headwaters of the Colorado River Valley.
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Gold Nugget Tree House

1 site ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Gold Hill, CO
Come visit our sweet little treehouse in the woods. Our property is just steps away from the bustling historic town of Gold Hill, a destination for tourists and road bikers alike. The treehouse is a glamping experience with just enough amenities to keep you comfortable. Food - Bring your cooler with food supplies or take out in Boulder before you head up the mountain. Or grab a coffee, pizza, snack or a glass of wine at the Gold Hill store. If you'd like a full service dining experience, make a reservation for a 5 course meal at the Gold Hill Inn. What To Do: Walk around the historic town of Gold Hill. We promise you will be entertained. Ask a local about the museum, the cemetery, or the historic two room school house, or any other favorite spots they have around the area. Love the woods and nature, but would like a little action? Attend a local live music concert at the Gold Hill Store or the Gold Hill Inn on a beautiful summers night. Drive to Estes Park or Rocky Mountain National Park to explore for the day. Boulder - 20 minutes Nederland - 35 minutes Estes Park - 45 minutes The Treehouse is furnished with Queen size bed and plenty of blankets to keep you warm, but feel free to bring your sleeping bag if you prefer. A roll out twin size feather bed for the floor is available upon request if you have a few more folks joining. We provide a portable toilet with WagBags. Please always pack out all human solid human waste. Gold Hill Store offers a toilet for a minimal fee and the Gold Hill Inn has a toilet for customers. A camp stove is available for outdoor use. The camp stove and the propane heater both use 1 lb propane canisters, so feel free to bring your own fuel to cook and keep you warm. A can of propane is always available for your use of the stove. * A note to novice campers and regular hotel patrons: Though you are in a shelter, you are still exposed to the elements. The treehouse is not insulated. Wind, bugs, and critters may all be a part of the variable treehouse experience mother nature has planned for you. If you are not comfortable camping, getting dirty, swatting flies, being too hot, being too cold, hearing the noises of animals at night, waking up to the sound of magpies, and who knows what else, this experience may not be for you.
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Camp Wilder

5 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents7 acres ¡ Nederland, CO
Welcome to Camp Wilder! We are an off-the-beaten-path camp offering peace and solitude. The main cabin is very special to my family and me. It was passed down as a mining claim from my grandmother who founded it in the '60s. The vision for the land was simply perfect. A small 10 x 10 cabin with the whole mountain to explore and whoever they wished to bring with them. The town of Nederland is 10 minutes down the road where you can fish at Baker Reservoir. Lots of fun little stores in town to keep the family busy. Wildlife is everywhere up by the cabin/campsite with lots of great things to look for around the magical town of Nederland! The cabin sleeps up to 8 with the futon downstairs being very comfortable and cots upstairs in the loft for more sleeping area. Bring your sleeping bags to stay cozy at night. There are lanterns inside to light up your night with a wood stove to keep you warm at night. The ground around it is sloped so you may have a hard time setting up any tents around the cabin. The grocery store is in Nederland where you can buy food, Coleman green propane bottles and wood. Don't forget to take some water with you. There is a 3 burner Coleman stove to cook on with limited pots & pans as well as silverware Road disclaimer, the road to the cabin is one lane dirt road. The drive up to the cabin is pretty good but the turn onto the single dirt road to the cabin has a slight dip, if you have a low-clearance car it may bottom out when you are turning so be careful. No Trailers. They will not be able to turn around once there. Recommend vehicles with AWD. We are @ 10,000 feet and it is a slight hike to the cabin. When leaving please make sure both door locks are locked, put the key in the lock box and mix the code for the next camper.
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Creekside Paradise

5 sites ¡ Lodging, Tents42 acres ¡ CO
Located perfectly between Boulder, Nederland, and Rocky Mountain National Park, and very close to other stunning hikes, this spot is a great landing pad to have easy access to some of the most beautiful places in the Rockies as well as offering it's own breathtaking scenery. This land is the sacred land of the Arapaho tribe. Chief Niwot and his tribe spent winters here. It is a very special place. The property is a mile long so there is plenty of space with the tent sites being 1/2 mile from the yurt and separate entries for each. There are currently 2 tents sites available, a bell tent, and a yurt.
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Rocky Mountain Glamping

4 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs5 acres ¡ Lyons, CO
A Rocky Mountain Glamping Experience! *** Bliss Camp awarded Runner-Up for Best Glamping in Colorado for 2023 *** Welcome to Bliss Canyon! Relax stream side in your private camp overlooking lush nature and towering rock outcroppings. Stroll along a rushing stream or head up challenging Moose Track trail to Balancing Rock. After your day of adventure or kicking back enjoy a hot shower. Share your revelations of the day around the campfire, roast marshmallows, or relish your favorite beverage or special treat as you unwind. The open air, covered Kitchens have sinks, fresh, potable hot water, kitchenware, gas stove —pots, pans, dishes, utensils, etc, BBQ with side burner, critter-resistant food safe, bear-proof trash can, and picnic table outside. We provide a convenient propane campfire for safety since our climate is dry and often windy. No candles or open flames please. There are easy trails on property along the lush stream (the original riverbed of the Middle Saint Vrain Stream), fishing or swimming in the pond (no lifeguard on duty), or challenging trails into Roosevelt National Forest from the property. (Ask Hiker Dot for guidance.) Several National Forest access points, where you can enjoy peaceful walks away from crowds, are a short drive. Bliss Canyon is a spur off of breathtaking, picturesque South Saint Vrain Canyon. Stroll on over to the South or Middle for renowned fly fishing. For climbers, there are over 50 climbs in South Saint Vrain Canyon! Rocky Mountain National Park, one of the five Crown Jewels of the National Park Service, is nearby. The closest trailhead in RMNP is 10 miles, the next trailhead at Wild Basin entrance to the park is 13 miles, and the Beaver Meadows entrance (main entrance) is 36 miles. Rocky Mountain National Park has breathtaking drives, easy strolls with interpretive signs, and 360 miles of trails. (Advance reservation required for entry 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for main park, or 5:00 am to 6:00 pm for Bear Lake corridor.) Indian Peaks Wilderness also has several nearby access points and trailheads. Ask Dot for details. Spring and Summer, 2023 has supplied tremendous rainfall providing amazing wildflowers all over Bliss Canyon and way beyond. Fall Colors are forecasted to be over the top this year starting in September to late October. This years moisture should produce colors like we rarely see. Bliss Canyon explodes with color and is a great base camp for Aspen viewing along Peak to Peak Highway, Rocky Mountain National Park and all the surrounding areas. The famous Fall Elk Rut starts the beginning of September. According to Byron, the Elf Rut is one of the best National Geographic Moments on the Planet! This is a must experience event! We are located near Rocky Mountain National Park which typically provides the best opportunities to view the Rut, as well as other areas near the Park. During the Fall we provide "Little Buddy" propane heaters for the Gypsy Wagons and the Frontier Tent to help you warm up during cold evenings. Let the world melt away; there is no wifi or cell service, the world will survive without your input. In the event of urgent need, come to our home up the hill and ring the bell and we can get you connected. The charming town of Lyons is 20 minutes away with coffee shops, restaurants, bars, lots of great live music, library with free wifi, and quaint shops*. Also, Spirit Hound Distillery received the award for the #1, Best Whiskey in the World in 2022, hmmm, it might be worth a tasting! Dot and Byron look forward to hosting you in our spectacular Rocky Mountain Paradise. Wir sprechen auch Deutsch!
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Tiny Woodsy Cabin

2 sites ¡ Lodging5 acres ¡ Drake, CO
I purchased this land a few years ago with the dream of building a cabin in the woods with my kids for all of us to enjoy nature together.  With the help of my kids and friends, we built this tiny cabin (119sq ft) with a lot of love, laughter, tears and even some blood shed.  It embodies a journey for my family in coming together to enjoy nature and overcome many unknowns.  It is a representation of our growth, our love and our creativity and I am eager to share it with other nature lovers!  It is a work in progress, still, and we hope to add more fun features as time goes on.  Thank you!  Please enjoy it as we do!
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North Shore RV Park & General Store

20 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs3 acres ¡ Loveland, CO
Located in Loveland, Colorado, North Shore RV Park & General Store offers full 20/30 amp water and sewer sites along with cabin rentals for those seeking something a little more different. One may enjoy the many amenities offered that include laundry facilities, fire ring/grill, trash services, general store and a fire pit to name a few. Spend the day outside enjoying outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, canoeing, stargazing, waterskiing and wildlife viewing. Whether its for a night or two, we hope to see you soon!
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22 West Cabins & Recreation

6 sites ¡ Lodging400 acres ¡ Walden, CO
22 West Cabins & RecreationWhere the deer and the antelope play.We are at the foot of the less-traveled East side of the Mount Zirkel Wilderness area within Routt National Forest22 West is a guest resort with a selection of cabin rentals, each of which fitting a variety of demands in unforgettable settings.We also provide a network of exclusive trails and private access to Routt National ForestAll of which culminates in an experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.
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Moseying Moose RV Sites

1 site ¡ RV2 acres ¡ Red Feather Lakes, CO
We have two newly developed camp spots on the east end of our property. This year we will only have dry camping. It is a wooded area, close to the village, lakes and hiking. Lots of outdoor activities including sand volleyball, badminton, ax throwing (only plastic so not dangerous) and corn hole. Coming in the future: Electricity and picnic tables. .
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Last Resort RV Pad

1 site ¡ RV1 acre ¡ Estes Park, CO
This is a 25 foot level RV pad with available 30 Amp electric and water hookups (only). The pad is designed to accommodate back in entry. The location is 3 blocks from downtown Estes Park and 2 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park. This opportunity is for parking or storage. Section 10.16.010.b of the Town of Estes Park Municipal Code prohibits any recreational vehicle "used for living or sleeping purposes " except in a designated commercial RV campground. There is room for a small car on the ramp section of the RV pad. Contact me for the current rate. Seasonal water not available after 1 October until the Spring. Optional electrical and seasonal water hook-up available as an extra cost through "Extras" menu.
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Gordon Creek RV Park

23 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs80 acres ¡ Livermore, CO
Enjoy peace and tranquility on 80 acres of private land. Hook into one of our RV sites with full hookups or stay in one of our beautiful cabins with close access to the nightlife of Ft. Collins as well as the gorgeous Red Feather Lakes area and all it has to offer. Wildlife is abundant in the area and you might see deer, elk, fox, bear, hawks, and bald eagles. Close to many trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, snow tubing, snowmobiling, fishing, backcountry skiing, hunting, and even a golf course close by.
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The best camping near State Forest State Park guide

Overview

About

Spread out over 71,000 acres, State Forest State Park is the place to go if you want to see a moose in the wild (over 600 of the gargantuan beasts call the North Park area home). It's also a great place for hiking, with over 100 miles of trails, most of which are bike friendly. Other activities include birding, fishing, and horseback riding--you can even bring your horse camping with you if you're staying at the Bockman Campground and the Primitive Loop. Accommodation options in the park run the gamut from cozy cabins to backcountry camping, and some options are available year-round.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for getting away from it all: The Crags offers primitive sites that are cut off from the reset of the park by a bumpy, narrow roadway.
  • Best for equestrian campers: Bockman features its very own horse corral.
  • Best for boaters: North Michigan has a mix of campsites and cabins plus two boat ramps with docks.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve a campsite, yurt, or cabin through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife online reservation system or over the phone.
  2. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance and are available up until the day of your arrival. If you can’t get online, you can also show up and see what’s available.
  3. Backcountry camping is permitted, but you should check in with park rangers and sign a backcountry log before heading out.
  4. If you are struggling to find a site in the park that meets your criteria, you may find something in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest to the north. 

When to go

State Forest State Park is open year-round, though like most Colorado state parks, it’s at its busiest between Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends, especially for camping. The pleasant temperatures this time of year make the park ideal for hiking and mountain biking. Popular wintertime activities include snowshoeing and snowmobiling. While all but a few campsites close for the winter (usually around the beginning of December), cabins, yurts, and huts are available throughout the year.

Know before you go

  • The Moose Visitor Center offers educational displays, fishing gear,  GPS, and snowshoe rentals, plus a gift shop.
  • You can pick up food, supplies, and fuel in the town of Walden, a 25-minute drive from the park.
  • Dogs are allowed at the park (and in cabins for an additional fee), but must be kept on a leash.
  • Bears are common in this area. Food, cooking supplies, and cosmetics should be secured when not in use.
  • Swimming is not permitted on the reservoir. Boating is restricted to wakeless speeds.

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