Glen Isle Resort

Hosted by Greg · Bailey, Colorado

6 sites · RV, Tent

98%

619 reviews

Best Hipcamps in Colorado

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

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

Best in Colorado: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

(If you book with us, please don’t follow your GPS if it tries to make you turn at the Coney Island hot dog stand. Glen Isle is .5 miles past the hot dog stand.) Due to the ongoing issues with forest fires in our area and insurance issues at this time, we will no longer have open wood-burning fires. Propane fires are permitted if you have a portable campfire ring, please feel free to bring your own. We do have a couple available for rent onsite. For your safety and ours: absolutely no check in/arrival after dark sets in; Around 5:15pm during winter months. 7:30pm summer There are many reasons why you would want to camp at Glen Isle Resort! Glen Isle is located in Bailey, Colorado which is the perfect vacation spot for friends, family, reunions, or a private get away. Glen Isle was originally built for an escape from hectic Denver. Once you cross the bridge into the resort, you’ll understand why it has served as a peaceful getaway for over a century. The Platte River welcomes you and divides the property from Highway 285. If you love to fish, you have a mile of the river to use at your disposal. If hiking is your forte and you desire to explore nature, Glen Isle is surrounded by the National Forest, Lost Creek Wilderness, Payne Gulch Trailhead, the Colorado Trail and many private acres for you to explore. You will find history narrates the Native American’s story where Glen Isle was once used as an Indian encampment, and numerous trees still stand today that were culturally modified to mark sacred treasures. If you seek tranquility, you will find hummingbirds and chipmunks always seeking an audience to entertain. Starting June 1st, we will offer evening activities, and campers are welcome to come to the lodge, shop in our gift shop. We also have snacks for purchase, and popcorn for our guests to enjoy. (Glorious Glen Isle was unoccupied for six years. We are in the process of renovating hundred year old cabins, and the 8,000 square foot lodge. Our camping areas have a river setting, glorious valley views, and a private setting surrounded by the National Forest. However, there is renovation and construction going on around some areas of the property. Additionally, as you can see from the map and read in a few reviews, we are just on the other side of the beautiful Platte River from Highway 285. About 75% of our guests are not bothered by the busyness of the this highway but others can be more sensitive to the noise. We want Glen-Isle campers to enjoy their experience as much as possible, so if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to ask. Our goal is to share the property with others, and to have the "happiest" campers in Colorado!) Glen Isle Resort was opened in 1901, by five original investors. In 1923, the property was bought by the Baldwin's and in the 1940's it was given to the Baldwin's granddaughter, Barbara and her husband Gordon Tripp. The Tripp family owned and operated the resort until Barbara's death in November 2012. Mary Ruth grew up coming to Glen Isle Resort as a child in the 1970's. Her favorite memories are the chuckwagon dinners, horseback riding, evening dances, movie nights, and the endless activities that never grew old. Mary Ruth grew up, married Greg, and they started bringing their five boys to Glen Isle Resort. Mary Ruth and Greg were both professionals in education, and visited Glen Isle in the summer of 2016 after an Adele concert. They found their beloved Glen Isle was being sold. After much consideration, they found the idea of not pursuing a dream to be more terrifying than looking back and wondering "why" they didn't...so they began the magical journey to purchase, restore, and bring historical Glen Isle back to life.(If you book with us, please don’t follow your GPS if it tries to make you turn at the Coney Island hot dog stand. Glen Isle is .5 miles past the hot dog stand.) For your safety and ours: absolutely no check in/arrival after dark sets in; Around 5:15pm during winter months. 7:30pm summer There are countless reasons why you would want to camp at Glen Isle Resort! Glen Isle is located in Bailey, Colorado which is the perfect vacation spot for friends, family, reunions, or a private get away. Glen Isle was originally built for an escape from hectic Denver. Once you cross the bridge into the resort, you’ll understand why it has served as a peaceful getaway for over a century. The Platte River welcomes you and divides the property from Highway 285. If you love to fish, you have a mile of the river to use at your disposal. If hiking is your forte and you desire to explore nature, Glen Isle is surrounded by the National Forest, Lost Creek Wilderness, Payne Gulch Trailhead, the Colorado Trail and many private acres for you to explore. You will find history narrates the Native American’s story where Glen Isle was once used as an Indian encampment, and numerous trees still stand today that were culturally modified to mark sacred treasures. If you seek tranquility, you will find hummingbirds and chipmunks always seeking an audience to entertain. Starting June 1st, we will offer evening activities, and campers are welcome to come to the lodge, shop in our gift shop. We also have ice cream bars for purchase, and popcorn for our guests to enjoy. (Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 and statewide regulations, we are not having social gatherings, until further notice.) :( (Glorious Glen Isle was unoccupied for six years. We are in the process of renovating hundred year old cabins, and the 8,000 square foot lodge. Our camping areas have a river setting, glorious valley views, and a private setting surrounded by the National Forest. However, there is renovation and construction going on around some areas of the property. Additionally, as you can see from the map and read in a few reviews, we are just on the other side of the beautiful Platte River from Highway 285. About 75% of our guests are not bothered by the busyness of the this highway but others can be more sensitive to the noise. We want Glen-Isle campers to enjoy their experience as much as possible, so if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to ask. Our goal is to share the property with others, and to have the "happiest" campers in Colorado!)

RV details

Campervans and Cars allowed

No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, and Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space)

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Ask about slideouts

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No electrical hookup

No sewage hookup

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What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

6 guests max per site

Toilet available

Portable toilet. Portable toilets are provided in common area of each camping area from May 1st - October 1st. Unfortunately, we do not have many campers wanting to stay with us in the winter, so we do not keep portable toilets. However, please contact us if you would like to camp, and hopefully we can make arrangements.

Pets allowed

On leash. We want our guests to feel safe at all times, pets must be on leash and controlled. :)

No campfires

Park County is under a fire ban. No open burning allowed. We allow open fires when we are NOT under a "fire ban." Laws and heavy fines are enforced and very strict during a county issued "Fire Ban." When we are NOT in a fire ban, we recommend that you bring your own firewood, If you want to purchase onsite, we will provide firewood at a charge of $15 for a large bundle. We have had several issues with unsupervised fires and fires not extinguished properly or when necessary. We ask our campers to please follow all fire safety rules, and never leave a campfire unattended. PROPANE: If Park County is under a fire ban, we have some propane fire rings for your use at no additional charge for the ring, only for the propane. Bring your propane tank(s) or check out a full propane tank from us for a $15 charge - per 5 gallon tank. During summer months we will provide monitored fires near the historic lodge for everyones enjoyment when fire bans are not in effect. If we continue to experience dangerous problems with campfires, we will be forced to only allow propane fire rings. We are desperately trying to protect the forrest around us, both on our land and the massive Pike National Forest that surrounds us.

Drinking water available

Spigot. Water bottles can be purchased on site.

Bins available

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, bbq

Picnic table present

We are happy to provide several picnic tables for our guest to use. The tables are located at designated areas.

Wifi available

There is WIFI nearby on property. You are welcome to go to the Historic Hotel and connect to wifi if needed.

No showers

Bathe in river or stream

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

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Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

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Reviews

98% Recommend889 ratings · 619 reviews

Glen Isle Resort offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and history with a side of community charm. Campers rave about the picturesque surroundings, the friendly and accommodating hosts, and the engaging activities like live music nights. While many find the riverside locations enchanting, the proximity to a busy road is a common point of contention, as traffic noise can be disruptive, especially for light sleepers. Overall, the site is cherished for its welcoming atmosphere and scenic views, making it a favored spot for those looking to camp near Denver.

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Recommends

· July 2025

5 m car · Group trip

The hosts were very friendly and the tent site by the river was beautiful

Payeton L.

9 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2025

Tent · With kids

“We loved our time at Glen Isles “ The staff were all friendly and helpful. Our 3 grandchildren had so much fun ages 8,9& 10 great memories were made. It was great to unplug 👍We definitely recommend a trip to Glen Isles 👍 clean , enough space . Grammie 😊

Sharon L.

2 reviews

Mixed feelings

· July 2025

Beautiful part of Colorado.

Tent · With kids

Glen isle has not if positives. It’s beautiful, rivers, mountains, hikes, animals and friendly owners and staff. Unfortunately for me, the negative as a bad one and i wish I knew before hand. The tent camping is by a river. Directly on other side of river is main road. It’s so loud, it’s hard to sleep with cars and trucks. It’s bad. And I was friendly with other campers who all were shocked at this issue. If loud traffic isn’t an issue u for you, then it is highly recommended.

Patrick M.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2025

The Point

Tent

It was a beautiful campground with lots of privacy in the camping area. We were at the Point, which overlooked the mountain stream, the range and the adjacent highway. It was gorgeous. Mary Ruth was extremely helpful in guiding us into the campground! :) We loved our brief stay there.

Damien T.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2025

Camping in the Glen!

Tent · With kids

What a delightful camping trip! We spent 3 nights tent- camping down by the river and we had such a lovely experience. There were lots of spots for the kids and our pups to explore and go a little wild; the river was so fun to have running right beside our campsite, and it truly was a magical little glen that we were camping in. I loved the fairy lights and it was really handy to have a little electricity to charge small things. The sounds of the highway were always present, but it just faded to background noise quickly for me and I had no trouble sleeping. On Tuesday we got to join a community night up by the lodge, hear some music, and our kids played in the little stream and made some good friends on the playground. We will definitely be back soon!

Teghan D.

3 reviews

Recommends

· July 2025

Tent

Beautiful spot to stop and grab a bite and get some rest on the road! No complaints! Everyone was friendly and attentive!

Justine R.

6 reviews

Recommends

· July 2025

Tent · With kids

Beautiful site!! Picnic tables were soo nice! The kids had a great time

Emily E.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2025

Recommend tent camping at Glen Isle

Tent · Group trip

Third year in a row tent camping near the river at Glen Isle Resort! We love how much space there is and plugging in the tree lights at night. Plus we always make friends with everyone who stays here and we enjoy exploring the historic lodge and playing on the playground equipment. I usually bring my own propane fire pit but they have some there for rent. The river spot is perfect for a large tent camping group and is my favorite camping tradition. We are definitely coming back next year! :-)

Dania Z.

2 reviews

Recommends

· June 2025

7 m campervan

Easy to get to camp ground with a great view of the river. Excellent service guiding us down. Will visit again

Toshi C.

2 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· June 2025

5 m car · With kids

Overall, this was a great camping spot. The site was clean, well-kept, and easy to access. We enjoyed our stay and found everything we needed for a comfortable trip. The only downside is that it’s located right next to a road, so there was quite a bit of traffic noise at times. If you're sensitive to sound, that might be something to keep in mind. Otherwise, a solid spot for camping!

Tudor B.

4 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2025

Best camping trip yet?

4 m campervan

The tranquility of the outdoors offers a much-needed escape. Fresh air and the sounds of nature create a calming atmosphere. A slower pace allows for reflection and connection with loved ones. Sharing meals under the open sky is a truly special experience. These simple pleasures make camping a cherished pastime.

Israel S.

2 reviews

Mixed feelings

· June 2025

It’s alright.

Tent

The resort is nice, a fixer upper and twas an elegant place surely. The locals show there color and the land is exquisite. It was rainy and cold for us but we made the best of it. The road and the river are very near by. Give it a go.

Lindsey C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· June 2025

Lots of nature & magic to explore!

5 m campervan

I've driven by Glen Isle Resort for years and always wondered what it was like. From the time I arrived to the time I left, I was welcomed and treated like family. Mary Ruth and Greg have created a fun and engaging space for their visitors. It's also very peaceful with lots of nature to explore. I was happy to be there on a Tuesday in the summer, where I could experience live music, their food truck and a nice gathering of members from the community. If you work remotely, they have Internet Wi-Fi access in their space called the Kiva. I was fortunate to be able to stay there for four nights, at a campsite down by the river. I enjoyed visiting with the horses and watching the deer come down at dusk to have a sip of water. I ventured out on a couple of different hikes throughout their hundred acre property. Everyone who works there is super friendly and helpful. I left not as a stranger, but a friend who will be back. Thank you so much, Mary Ruth and Greg. It was a delight visiting with you.

Heather W.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2025

2nd time is a charm

Tent · With pets

This is the second time that I’ve spent time there. Every time it’s beautiful and well run. Totally recommend

Scott M.

7 reviews

Recommends

· June 2025

Incredible riverside car camping

Tent · With pets

We had an incredible time riverside camping at Glen Isle! We love Bailey, and have been driving past Glen Isle for years and never stayed on the property until now. The car camping spaces are nicely spread out, and we didn’t mind the highway noise since we stayed right by the river. 10/10 would recommend, and we’ll try to be back every year. Thanks Greg and Mary for keeping the history of this place alive!

Grayson J.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2025

Camping in Bailey

Tent

We tent camped at Glen Isle this weekend and had the best time. Definitely recommend. Host was very friendly. Super close to Bailey's restaurants.

Jamie P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

6 m campervan · With kids

We really enjoyed visiting Glen Isle Resort! The land is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed learning about its history. They were so kind to walk us through the lodge and show us the artifacts and old photographs. As far as camping goes, we did have a hard time finding a level spot for our van and the noise from the road wasn’t awesome. We ended up making do and got a good night’s sleep. All in all, we had a great time and really enjoyed the history of the place.

Nicole B.

2 reviews

Not recommend

· May 2025

Tent

A very beautiful place, the service was also very good, the county road is right next door so you can hear the cars... and the only difficulty I had was that the GPS sent me to a place 10 minutes away. However, following the instructions I had no problems, I recommend it, we had an excellent weekend

Roger T.

2 reviews

Mixed feelings

· May 2025

beautiful but noisy (cars)

Tent

Overall, great spot with lots of sun and shade patches. The sound of the creek is gorgeous, however it would have been nice to know just how close the road was. Just across the creek was a road I thought to be more of a country road or private road with light traffic, and it turned out to be a very major trucking road with very very loud trucks passing at most hours, especially early morning. Would definitely have liked to know this before booking.

Aleksa C.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Absolutely fun and amazing times

Tent · With pets

Ethan was AMAZING! So helpful and so easy to reach. Definitely made our stay more welcoming. If you need to know, bring a sleeping bag if you are by the river. It gets cold! But the views were beautiful , we were at peace with nature, awesome campsite for a group. Loved every minute of it even when it was freezing lol

Lauren S.

4 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent

Mary Ruth was truly an exceptional host! She was communicative and helpful from start to finish. We had an absolutely lovely campsite, clean bathrooms, and the whole campground was clearly very well cared for and deeply loved. I wish we could have stayed longer, but looking forward to many future trips to Glen Isle!

Riley W.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Phenomenal

5 m campervan · With kids

This was an absolutely amazing location. We stayed at the point overlook campsite in our overland rig. And the views were breathtaking. Great hosts. Amazing frisbee golf course and hiking!

Ryan W.

2 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Beautiful Historic Site

Tent · Group trip

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to step into a time machine powered by pine trees, mountain air, and vintage charm, then Glen Isle Resort is your portal. This place isn’t just a resort—it’s a full-on historical hug wrapped in a flannel blanket. The main lodge creaks in all the right ways, like it’s whispering century-old secrets about log dances and ghosts. The owners are friendlier than a golden retriever at a barbecue, and they’ll happily tell you tales about Glen Isle’s past that make you wonder why you didn’t pay extra for the history degree. And the river nearby? It babbles better than your Aunt Karen on Thanksgiving. We weren’t as prepared for the cold as we thought and froze our butts off but that was our bad…. But we did ask about a fire pit, and it was delivered to our campsite! All around a wonderful stay and the beautiful lights by the River made it even more magical. We will definitely be back… but maybe with better sleeping bags this time 😅

April C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Camping was amazing

Tent · With kids

We had such a great time camping with our kids Tia last weekend. The property is beautiful. I’ll definitely come back.

Vini B.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Great camping spot

6 m campervan · With pets

It was a bit challenging to find the back road into the Glen Isle Resort but Mary Ruth guided us in and was awesome about making us feel comfortable. We had a perfect campsite all to ourselves and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. In addition we felt that the resort and its legacy is worth preserving. Highly recommend this to everyone.

Patty V.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

A perfect family camping spot

Tent · With pets

We had an amazing experience at Glen Isle Resort! The hosts were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made us feel right at home. The campsite itself was absolutely beautiful and very comfortable, perfect for our first time camping with our two young children. They had a blast exploring and enjoying the outdoors. This place exceeded our expectations and has quickly become our go-to camping spot. I’ve already been recommending Glen Isle Resort to all our friends who camp. Can’t wait to come back!

Amber H.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

Couldn’t have found a better site! Tons of options for where to pitch a tent, & the South Platte runs right next to you! Super cool, historical property as well. The town is right down the road with amazing beer & Chinese food.

Adam A.

11 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent

We loved the tent site on the river at glen isle. Secluded and private site with lovely views. Beautiful scenic mountain area. Host met us upon arrival and gave us the choice of sites. A lot of history of the grounds. I would highly recommend.

Rebecca H.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · With pets

We had a great time, we’ve stayed there twice, and both have been exceptional. Chill environment, that also has a historic vibe. The host is responsive and on top of things. It is not a far drive from Denver, but when you get there, it feels like a little time capsule.

Ryan H.

3 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · With kids

We tent camped at glen isle and it was a perfect weekend away. We had beautiful views and the staff was super friendly. We were also able to get coffee at their little coffee shop which made my day! Thanks for a great stay. Looking forward to coming back again!

Alison W.

14 reviews