Allenspark

Longs Peak Campground

Are you ready for high-elevation camping? Because Longs Peak Campground is way, way up there at 9,405 feet

Pets

Electricity Hookup

Toilets

Campfires

Potable water

Sewage Hookup

Picnic table

At the back of the loop so there's forest right behind you.

Glacier Basin

Glacier Basin Campground is one of the most popular places to stay in Rocky Mountain National Park, which should come as no surprise

A big horn sheep relaxes not far from Moraine Park Campground. 

Moraine Park Campground

Other campgrounds: take a note from Moraine Park because this is how it’s supposed to be done

Aspenglen Campground

Move over elk, you know you gotta share this space with campers too

Timber Creek Campground

If you want to stay on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, this is where you want to be

The west side of Rocky Mountain National Park is my favorite. It's a great place to capture photos of Moose, Elk, and other wildlife. 

Moose walking through camp. I heard a noise outside my tent, it was this guy tromping through the brush. 

The Milky Way is amazing out here. This is your view during the summer on a moonless night

Showers

Mallard

Coot Pond

Coot Pond’s campground is positively delightful… like everything else in St

Kestrel

The Kestrel Camp Loop, situated on the southern end of St

Pelican

The bigger the pond, the better the fishing? We’re not exactly sure if that’s true, but camp at Pelican Campground and toss a line in the adjacent Pelican Pond—one of the larger bodies of water at St

Red Tail Pond

Sandpiper

Bald Eagle Point

One of the Snowbird campsites, along the Timber Lake trail. It was very well maintained.  A bull moose walked through my campsite, twice!  This is the closest campground to Timber Lake (1/4 mile up the trail) and is very convenient for a dayhike up Mount Ida. 

Rocky Mountain National Park

Explore one of America’s most beloved alpine landscapes in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. 

A moose was spotted this day near Cub Lake Primitive Campsite (within 6miles of Moraine Park Campground). What a sight!

You can walk to this trailhead from Moraine Park. Look up Cub Lake and Fern Lake trailhead!

Still snow in June on the Bear Lake hike.

Lily Lake is a great stroll during sunset. 

Looking down on Julian Lake from Mount Ida

Ouzel Lake campsite.  With only one spot you are guaranteed to have the entire lake to yourself! About 2.5 miles away from Bluebird Lake as well.  I stayed at Ouzel Lake, and then the next day hiked to Bluebird Lake and all the way out with plenty of time. 

St. Vrain State Park

Get outdoors without driving far at this state park between Denver and Fort Collins.

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Bliss Pond reflect the glory of Fall colors.

Rocky Mountain Glamping

A Rocky Mountain Glamping Experience
Relax streamside in our 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 treat as you unwind.
Bliss Canyon features 4 accommodations: 2 Gypsy Wagon Campers and 2 spacious Tent Cabins and a boondocking RV site. Teardrop camper sleeps 2 as an addition to any accommodation.
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. Limited WIFI available.
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.
New this year Bliss Camp is adding a 12' x 14' Glamping Tent Cabin.
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!
Dark Skies:
 If you like to watch the stars and meteor showers, Bliss Canyon is blessed with dark skies with little light from the plains. Bring your telescopes and explore the Universe.
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.
The charming town of Lyons is 20 minutes away with coffee shops, restaurants, bars, lots of great live music, 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!
Due to our popularity reservations often fill up quickly. We suggest you make your reservations in advance especially if you have a group to rent the entire camp. At times there are last minute cancelations which allows for last minute openings.
Dot and Byron look forward to hosting you in our spectacular Rocky Mountain Paradise.

Step into an exemplary setting and leave your issues behind!

Cooking equipment

Gold Nugget Tree House

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.

Creekside Paradise

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 3 tents sites available, a bell tent, and a yurt. Please read the entire description for your specific site before booking. 

FourFigs Farm

Serenity uniquely situated in the middle of hundreds of acres of County Open Space farmland, our micro-tiny house is seated at the edge of our heart-shaped pond in the back corner of our five acre farm.  Unobstructed views of the Front Range and Longs Peak, songs of prairie birds and the occasional Blue Heron or Osprey fishing for dinner in the pond, endlessly brilliant sunsets, and the glimmer of a night sky full of stars await you in this peaceful retreat.

Hot Tub

Sleepy Hollow with Hot Tub!

Sleepy Hollow Retreat property includes two elegantly restored cabins and SpaBarn with a Cedar Hot Tub. The main 2 Bed/2 Bath cabin has identical master suites with king size beds, as well as beautiful upscale bathrooms with steam showers. Each bedroom has French doors opening to a deck where you can sit listening to the river flowing amidst the aspen trees glistening. The main cabin has a brand new, fully equipped kitchen that invites you to tap into your creative side in the culinary arts. While cooking in the gourmet kitchen you'll be able to interact with friends and family in open living and dining areas surrounded by nature. The separate BunkHouse cabin has a queen/twin bunkbed and a quiet deck with gorgeous views towards Longs Peak. The SpaBarn is a serene gathering space next to Rock Creek with a spring-fed cedar hot tub and plenty of room for group activities, from yoga, meditation or just lounging by the river. This stunning property boasts calming, artistic expression throughout the intimate indoor and outdoor living areas. The rustic cabin feel throughout provides a nature sanctuary for quiet reflection as well as a base for adventurous outings in Rocky Mountain National Park. We are at the southern tip of Rocky Mountain National Park, just south of Longs Peak and the Wild Basin entrance to the park. We have multiple access points to the park that are more off the beaten path than the crowded trails around Estes Park. We also have other local trails that are outside the park and equally magnificent. Ferncliff is located 3 miles from the St. Vrain mountain trailhead, 6 miles from the Wild Basin trailhead, and 9 miles to the Longs Peak trailhead. Lastly, we're 10 miles from a local hidden gem called Ceran Saint Vrain trailhead. Discover the tranquility and uniqueness of this renovated historic rustic ranch retreat property at the southern edge of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Discover Ferncliff, Colorado, a historic mountain town where you will find our beautifully renovated and restored cabins at Sleepy Hollow.

Located just 45 minutes northwest of Boulder, our guests have easy access to the stunning Rocky Mountains. Enjoy a 5-minute drive to Wild Basin for hiking, 20 minutes to Estes Park, and a traffic-free 30 minutes to Eldora for skiing.  Ferncliff is your uncrowded gateway to all that Indian Peaks Wilderness Area and Rocky Mountain National Park have to offer.

Second Bedroom with King Bed, Plush Bedding, Electric Fireplace, Glass doors to deck

SpaBarn sitting area with Tibetan Prayer Door

Rock Creek on left, "Bunkhouse" upper right

SpaBarn with HotTub and movement space, lights at night

Kitchen, Dining Room, open to Living Room with Electric Fireplace

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