The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Grand Lake, Colorado

Looking for a camping experience near Grand Lake, Colorado with your furry friend? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 180 available options that welcome pets, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors while exploring activities like whitewater paddling, wildlife watching, and hiking. Some of the top campsites in the area include Glen Isle Resort (461 reviews), Logan Ranch Campground (388 reviews), and Rustic Creek Ranch (363 reviews). Plus, you can enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash, and pet-friendly spaces. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping experience near Grand Lake, Colorado with your furry friend? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 180 available options that welcome pets, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors while exploring activities like whitewater paddling, wildlife watching, and hiking. Some of the top campsites in the area include Glen Isle Resort (461 reviews), Logan Ranch Campground (388 reviews), and Rustic Creek Ranch (363 reviews). Plus, you can enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash, and pet-friendly spaces. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

94% (2.7K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Glacier Getaway Bunkhouse and Lot

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31mi from Grand Lake · 2 sites · Lodging · Idaho Springs, CO

Come experience the high alpine! Our bunkhouse and lot are conveniently located just 1/2 mile from both the St. Mary's Glacier and the Yankee Hill ATV/OHV trailheads. The Arapaho National Forest with tons of hiking is also just 200 yds away! The lot is open and spacious. It faces south and west for maximum sun exposure. Enjoy mountain views of Grey's and Torrey's Peaks right from your lawnchair! Come have a picnic or have a campfire under the stars. Utilize our bunkhouse to crash for a couple nights, to get out of the elements after camping, to give more space for the kids, or just as a mountain hangout with your friends. The bunkhouse, has one full bed, one single bed, and a fold-down futon if needed. It has power, indoor and outdoor lights, and heat, however, no plumbing. An outhouse is provided right outside the door! Use our large lot for overnight parking of your ATV toyhaulers or RVs. A 30A standard RV plug is available (note max breaker power is at 20A) Wifi internet provided via Starlink!

2. Gateway To Lory State Park

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41mi from Grand Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV · Bellvue, CO

A tucked away little corner of our one acre lot. We’re just a couple hundred yards away from the entry to Lory state Park. Lory is known for its hiking, biking, bird watching, fishing, and easy access to Horsetooth Reservoir. With beautiful sunrises, daily visits from deer and wild turkey. And yes, we have an electric hook up. This site is perfect for a camper van, small trailer, rooftop tent, or a ground tent. If you need anything else, just ask us.

3. River campsite near Estes Park

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24mi from Grand Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV · Estes Park, CO

We own almost an acre of land next to the North Fork of the Big Thompson River in Glen Haven, CO (one of the cutest small towns ever!). Camp right next to the river and feel the peace of the water flowing and the bright stars in the sky. We are located 7 miles from Estes Park and a short 15 minute drive to the east entrances of Rocky Mountain National Park. Crosier Mountain trailhead is right across the street from our land. Walk down and grab the best cinnamon rolls at the Glen Haven General Store. Bring your own tents and sleeping bags for one of the best camping spots in town!

4. Glen Echo Resort

34mi from Grand Lake · 89 sites · Lodging · Bellvue, CO

Glen Echo is a unique year-round destination that has been welcoming travelers and residents for a century, nestled along the breathtaking Cache La Poudre River on Colorado Highway 14. Established in 1922, this charming resort is situated at an elevation of 7,200 feet, offering stunning views and a serene atmosphere that sets it apart from other campgrounds. Although the Bellvue Post Office handles our mail, Glen Echo is conveniently located near Rustic, CO, making it easily accessible for visitors. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty, with opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and exploring the scenic river. Nearby, you'll find inviting swimming holes and local restaurants and shops that enhance your stay. With its combination of history, natural attractions, and a welcoming environment, Glen Echo is the perfect spot for those seeking adventure or relaxation in the heart of Colorado's stunning landscape.

5. Rocky Mountain RV Retreat

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22mi from Grand Lake · 1 site · RV · Ward, CO

Nestled in the back of our property, accessible via a horseshoe-shaped driveway, this dedicated camping spot awaits you. Please note that a 4WD/high clearance vehicle is essential for winter access, and rigs over 25' will not fit. We have a nice long pull-in with full hookups on our one-acre property. It is fully fenced and we are happy to accept pets. We are in a rural neighborhood setting and my husband and I do live on the property in the small green house you can see in the photos. There are houses around; it's not a secluded wilderness spot. We've been RVing for seven years (two of them full-time) and hiking and camping for many more. We're happy to provide local recommendations or to help you out with your rig if you're new. Our home is conveniently located approximately 35 minutes from Boulder or Nederland, 45 minutes from Eldora for skiing enthusiasts, 25 minutes from the Longs Peak Trailhead, and 45 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park. We have hiking trails directly from the backyard.

Public campgrounds near Grand Lake

Green Ridge Campground

3mi from Grand Lake · 73 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arapaho National Forest

Cutthroat Bay Group Campground

4.6mi from Grand Lake · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arapaho National Forest

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Stillwater Campground

5.7mi from Grand Lake · 105 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arapaho National Forest

An Osprey feeds her babies near the shores of Granby Lake in Sunset Point Campground.

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Sunset Point Campground

7.3mi from Grand Lake · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arapaho National Forest

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Timber Creek Campground

9.3mi from Grand Lake · 100 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rocky Mountain National Park

Stories from the community

View from the site looking towards the road and house.

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Allison

October 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rocky Mountain RV Retreat

It was a beautiful spot. Respected our privacy. Nice clean set up. Can't wait to go back.

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Glen

October 2025

25 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Gateway To Lory State Park

Wildlife, dear, turkey, horses. Easy access to Lory State Park and Horsetooth Reservoir. Thank you!!

Mitchel

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gateway To Lory State Park

Although we showed up in the middle of the night and left in the morning, we stayed long enough to get a good impression. The estate is well taken care of and you may be greeted by a neighbor's horse! The ground was relatively flat, so much so we were accidentally level when we first stopped. We had a roof top tent and had no issues... Matt even waved at us for a conversation in the morning. Checking in on our stay, very courteous! We enjoyed having such a safe place to sleep.

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Kyle

September 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Rocky Mountain RV Retreat

Really kind host! We weren’t there long but it’s a very beautiful drive to the location.

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Matt

September 2025

16 ft travel trailer

1 night at River campsite near Estes Park

Great spot in Dodge City very hospitable good price too

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Matt

September 2025

16 ft travel trailer

1 night at River campsite near Estes Park

Great spot enjoyed having it all to ourselves with beautiful small River right there and town of Glen Haven is perfect!

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Rheane

September 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

Right by a river, and a road but it was not noisy for us in a camper van. Porta potty on site. General store down the road but does not open until 9am in September so we didn’t get to go. Scenic drive leading up to the site. We had no cell service so prepare ahead of time!

Joseph

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

Good spot for a big group! A little close to the road but we didn’t notice major traffic and did not disturb us in general. Would recommend

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Grace

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

I loved camping on this site with some friends! We had 10 total people and it was the perfect size for our group. Easy to find and only 15 minutes from Lake Estes. The picnic table, trash receptacle, and port a potty made our load light for our one night of camping. Heidi was responsive and detailed, and has a great spot with the river. As far as noise, we only heard a few cars pass by when in our tents that weren’t a real bother, but the sound of the water was peaceful to fall asleep to. Listen to the cinnamon bun advice! We wanted more than 6 buns so we had to order the day before (definitely do!). We enjoyed being right by town to walk to grab any last minute needs. Next time I would love to dine at the bed & breakfast in town for dinner. Overall, Heidi was a superhost for us!

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Jeffrey

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

Great clean site right by the river. Do note, though, that it is only about 45 feet off of the main road, but it is still private due to foliage and descent.

Mike

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Gateway To Lory State Park

This was a great spot in our first hip camp stay. It was a great experience and Matt was an excellent host.

Alva

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Gateway To Lory State Park

This was our first Hipcamp experience and it was excellent. The host was very accommodating and it was everything we could have hoped for.

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Emma

August 2025

Tent

1 night at River campsite near Estes Park

great communication and spot! we loved waking up to the steady creek and view!

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David

August 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Rocky Mountain RV Retreat

Nice and quiet camping at Rocky Mountain Retreat. Hosts were nice and helpful. Beautiful views on the drive up to the lot with RV hookups surrounded by pine and spruce trees. We loved it.

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Noelle

August 2025

25 ft campervan

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

The overall vibe, bubbling creek and proximity to both Rocky Mtn NP and Estes Park were fantastic. We loved our stay and recommend without hesitation for those with campers, as we had. We had no trouble with noise or traffic over a Fri-Mon stay during the very busy July/Aug season. Loved being able to walk to the General Store and the cinnamon rolls are worth the hype.

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John

August 2025

24 ft Class C

3 nights at Rocky Mountain RV Retreat

Great place in a quiet neighborhood. Everything we needed. Also gave great tips for hiking the area.

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Andrew

July 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Rocky Mountain RV Retreat

Enjoyed camping on their property, especially the proximity to copious amounts of hiking trails! We didn't get to meet the "neighborhood bear," but heard plenty of other wildlife such as coyotes, elk and the last night brought us a beautiful hawk!!! Doggoes loved the openness and explored every inch of the property.

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John

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

Heidi is an amazing host and communicated very well with us.

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Bernardo

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to River campsite near Estes Park

It's a nice location by the river and it's only one site, so you have it all for yourself. The only downside is that it's next to the road, but there doesn't seem to be any traffic at night, so it's pretty quiet and the creek sounds are great. There's no restroom option at the campsite, but there's porta potties 300 feet down the road next to the general store. That general store also serves coffee and fresh cinnamon rolls in the morning.

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Felecia

July 2025

25 ft campervan

With kids

2 nights at River campsite near Estes Park

Our family had a great time camping here. It was nice to be by the stream. We were in a camper, so the street noise was not an issue. The scenery was great and the host was responsive, friendly and helpful!