The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Colorado

No matter what part of the Centennial State you’re traveling to, Colorado boasts an abundance of campgrounds outfitted for both campers and pets so you can go camping with dogs anytime. Just 20 minutes from downtown Denver, Cherry Creek State Park offers basic tent sites, hiking, and biking, plus access to drinking water for you and your furry friends, and a whopping 107-acre off-leash dog park. To the north, Horsetooth Reservoir near Fort Collins has pet-friendly campgrounds, and dogs are permitted at the reservoir on a leash of 10 feet or shorter. Closer to Colorado Springs, you’ll find multiple camping trip spots that are hospitable to your pooch, and many dog-friendly hiking trails and dog parks. Dogs are also allowed at the popular Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Colorado

No matter what part of the Centennial State you’re traveling to, Colorado boasts an abundance of campgrounds outfitted for both campers and pets so you can go camping with dogs anytime. Just 20 minutes from downtown Denver, Cherry Creek State Park offers basic tent sites, hiking, and biking, plus access to drinking water for you and your furry friends, and a whopping 107-acre off-leash dog park. To the north, Horsetooth Reservoir near Fort Collins has pet-friendly campgrounds, and dogs are permitted at the reservoir on a leash of 10 feet or shorter. Closer to Colorado Springs, you’ll find multiple camping trip spots that are hospitable to your pooch, and many dog-friendly hiking trails and dog parks. Dogs are also allowed at the popular Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Colorado

1. Neverland Camp Wilder

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5 sites · Tents, Lodging · Nederland, CO

Welcome to Camp Wilder! We are an off-the-beaten-path camp offering peace and solitude. The 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, always remember don't leave food lying around 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 3" foam 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, gallon jugs of water and wood. 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. Go 3.4 miles up Caribou road. Turn right @ yellow stakes go .4 miles. Park on the left. Hike down to the cabin between yellow stakes. We are @ 10,000 feet and it is a slight hike to the cabin. Go 3.4 miles up Caribou road. Turn right @ yellow stakes go .4 miles 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.

2. Pleasant Valley RV Park

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131 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Howard, CO

Discover Pleasant Valley RV Park, the premier family-friendly campground just 15 minutes from downtown Salida, Colorado. Located on the scenic banks of the Arkansas River in Howard, our RV campground offers full hook-up RV sites with direct river access, tent sites, cozy riverside cabins, and a unique Airstream rental. Enjoy unparalleled outdoor adventures steps from fishing and rafting, plus easy access to hiking trails and ATV riding nearby. Experience modern amenities, stunning mountain views, and a peaceful riverside setting perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts. Book your stay today at Pleasant Valley RV Park—your gateway to Colorado’s best outdoor recreation.

3. WyndyRidge Prairie

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Simla, CO

In the 1990's a ranchland section (640 Acres) was divided into 60+ acre small prairie farm properties.. Purchasing this pristine, untouched land in early 2000, we built our farm style home in 2004. Living where there are more hawks and pronghorn than people, this quiet prairie setting is a delightful home. WyndyRidge is aptly named for the almost constant breeze. For traveling estimates, our property is 1 hour from Parker, CO; 1 hour from Castle Rock, CO; 1 hour from Bennet, CO; 1 1/2 hour from many destinations in Colorado Springs, CO.

4. Luxury Glamping In The Mile High🔥

1 site · Lodging · Westminster, CO

Your Mile High glamorous “camping” experience awaits you in a brand-new, luxurious RV! You and your loved ones will vacation in comfort and style in this 5th wheel that sleeps four to six people, featuring a rear den, triple slide-outs, and a private front bedroom. Designed for relaxation and extended stays, this RV includes a king-size bed, spacious shower with seat, washer/dryer, dual A/C units, and furnace. The rear den offers a large L-shaped sofa with theater seating, a king tri-fold sofa bed, a 65" smart LED HDTV with Bluetooth radio, and a 5,500 BTU fireplace for cozy nights. Blazing-fast free Wi-Fi, gated on-site parking, and additional street parking are included! The chef of your group will love the fully equipped kitchen, complete with a full-size refrigerator, microwave, 21" oven, 3-burner cooktop, and all the cooking essentials you’ll need. Channel your inner pitmaster with your choice of a 36" Blackstone flat top, a pellet smoker, or a traditional propane grill. While you cook up a BBQ feast, your crew can dive into the pool, soak in the hot tub, or gather around the gas fire pit. This serene oasis has everything you need to relax and unwind, yet you’re just minutes from Denver’s best attractions and major interstates: • 20 minutes to downtown Denver • 30 minutes to Red Rocks • 1 hour to Loveland Perfect for all seasons, this is your home base for adventure and comfort. We’d be honored to host you in our RV and be part of the memories you create on your next trip to the Denver area!

5. Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

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11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Meeker, CO

The Ute Lodge was homesteaded in the 1930’s by Joe Fox who after leaving the military came west to settle in the White River valley. Joe was known for his friendliness, hospitality and wild stories. Today you might find much of the same. From Joe’s day to today it is a place where families come together to get away. The Ute Lodge is now owned by Karl and Mona Maser who celebrated 20 years of ownership summer of 2019! All summer our cabins are filled with guests from all over the US as well as international travelers. One of our favorite things about the summer is our weekly potlucks where we all share an outdoor meal. All of our visitors have a standing invitation to join us around the community campfire at night. From our beautiful private lake (where you can paddle-board, kayak and fish), to immediate access to the Papoose and Crooks Park Trails on National Forest land, as well as the vast variety of wildlife that roams around, you can find what you need here to unplug and get away from it all.

Public campgrounds in Colorado

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Lower Loop

15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pearl Lake State Park

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Yurts

2 sites · in Pearl Lake State Park

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Elk Ridge

102 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ridgway State Park

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Yurts

3 sites · in Ridgway State Park

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Drive-in RV/Tent Campsites

11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rifle Falls State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Jade

November 2025

25 ft campervan

2 nights at WyndyRidge Prairie

The spot was quiet and peaceful and met our needs for the two nights we stayed. The site is well marked, has a nice picnic table, and has helpful solar lights around it. We’d stay here again.

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Veronica

November 2025

Tent

1 night at WyndyRidge Prairie

Really beautiful property, very dark and pretty nice sky. Was met with the Northern Lights, and woke to the most incredible sunrise.

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Febie

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Pleasant Valley RV Park

Beautiful views and a very well kept campsite. It has all the hookups, and a very nice staff. Great spots to sit and enjoy the mountain views and the AVR running by! My new favorite place!!

Briar

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Neverland Camp Wilder

Second time camping here and another relaxing weekend! Easy to find with the host’s directions and is very quiet but close enough to town. Able to get to site with a FWD SUV but would not want to attempt in snow or heavier mud/rain. Will likely be back again!

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Katie

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Neverland Camp Wilder

We loved our experience! We made it in time to peep the fall leaves and also got to experience a beautiful pink sunset. The tent site was large enough to pull our VW van into and gave us room to pop the top. Despite other campers staying in the cabin across the way, it was quiet and we felt very secluded (what we were looking for!). Our two dogs also had a blast and spent a ton of time exploring the woods. 10/10 recommend. Will absolutely be back to both the tent site and are already looking to make plans to book the cabin site soon. Thank you so much for opening up your space to us!

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Hannah

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Neverland Camp Wilder

Camping here was absolutely wonderful! From the drive up to the view from the porch, the scenery was gorgeous. The site itself is a bit tricky to find which was my only issue. Otherwise the location is perfect, and the lodging was stocked with a multitude of useful resources. I would definitely visit again!

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Jennifer

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Pleasant Valley RV Park

This little RV park was charming and safe and clean. The views were gorgeous, the lull of the river and the beautiful skies made our vacation a delight. I suggest you connect to the park directly to get your spot number, especially if you’re coming in after dark on a Sunday. Would absolutely recommend

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Adam

September 2025

With pets

1 night at Neverland Camp Wilder

Excellent location. Friendly host. Beautiful views! And very private.

View of the cabin, fire pit. swing and chairs

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Nicole

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Neverland Camp Wilder

Beautiful views and quite comfy. 3 burner stove works great. Plenty of firewood in the area. Hammock was very comfy as well. Deer were in the area and bearberry grows on the hill. Would definitely stay again.

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kyle

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Neverland Camp Wilder

Great location! Very clean and quiet. We will be back for sure!

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Allison

September 2025

18 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at WyndyRidge Prairie

If you are looking for a star gazing night this is it! The bonus was the pronghorn with the sunrise this morning. Thanks for a great stop as we head home from our CO roadtrip back to IL. Perfect spot for our pack to rest our heads for the night.

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Amelia

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Neverland Camp Wilder

We will definitely be back. The views were INSANE and the land was very well maintained. Our dogs loved romping around.

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Sabrina

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

8 nights at WyndyRidge Prairie

I had such a wonderful stay here! The property is absolutely beautiful and so peaceful — the perfect place to relax and recharge. My dog loved being able to run around and enjoy the open farmland which made the trip even better. The site itself was perfect with water, electric, and everything I needed. The host was extremely friendly and responsive, which made the whole experience smooth and welcoming. I’d definitely stay here again!

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Anne

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

If you are looking for something very remote with full hook ups this is a great place to stay. This is a farm on private property. We were left alone the 3 nights we stayed. If you have scrapes left from a meal, you can feed them to the pigs. We would come back.

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Dylan

September 2025

Group trip

3 nights at Neverland Camp Wilder

I’m 100% recommending this place. Absolutely meets and exceeds expectations set by the profile. We slept 3 adults comfortably and could have fit 4. The view from the cabin is breathtaking. The cabin is well stocked with sleeping pads, furniture and kitchenware.

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Rodrigo

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to WyndyRidge Prairie

perfect space

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Jim

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

Oh my. Mona, Martina, Carl are amazing. We had a great time here.

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Cheryl

August 2025

45 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at WyndyRidge Prairie

The site was level and we enjoyed having water and electric. It rained shortly after we got there and we were treated to a beautiful rainbow. It is off the beaten path but we enjoyed the quiet and solitude.

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Emily

August 2025

41 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at WyndyRidge Prairie

Beautiful area and Brenda was so helpful! Would definitely recommend staying here 💚

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John

August 2025

45 ft Class A

With pets

4 nights at Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

So peaceful and beautiful. Great trails for some hiking and the pond was a great place to spend some time. Loved sitting outside with morning coffee and listening to the creek and animals. Loved hearing the horses, ducks, chickens and pigs. She was nice and a pleasure to talk too and her 2 dogs are so friendly and sweet. Was very helpful and helped accommodate us with our 45’ foot rig. Had a nice area with a sand box, swings, basketball and games and an area for bonfire. Well worth the visit!