The best dog-friendly RV campgrounds near Palmer Lake, Colorado

Looking to go camping with your RV and furry friend near Palmer Lake, Colorado? Hipcamp offers over 1250 options in the area that cater to pets and RVs. Some of the top-rated campsites in the area include Glen Isle Resort (461 reviews), Rustic Creek Ranch (363 reviews), and Serenity in the Foothills (295 reviews). Average prices per night are around $40, but you can find options as low as $14. Popular amenities include showers, potable water, and cooking equipment, while popular activities include climbing, biking, and paddling.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping with your RV and furry friend near Palmer Lake, Colorado? Hipcamp offers over 1250 options in the area that cater to pets and RVs. Some of the top-rated campsites in the area include Glen Isle Resort (461 reviews), Rustic Creek Ranch (363 reviews), and Serenity in the Foothills (295 reviews). Average prices per night are around $40, but you can find options as low as $14. Popular amenities include showers, potable water, and cooking equipment, while popular activities include climbing, biking, and paddling.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Observatory At South Park

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42mi from Palmer Lake · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Fairplay, CO

Observatory At South Park! THE UNIVERSE AWAITS With an incredable Night Sky, The Observatory at South Park is located on 5.37 acres in Harstel Colorado. According to web site Darksitefinder.com, The Observatory at South Park location is rated Dark Blue! That's the 3rd darkest on their scale with Gray & Black skies to the South & West. Telescope Our main Telescope this year is a custom built well-crafted 13-inch Dobsonian telescope. This scope created by Robert Teeter of Teeters Telescopes has a 13in primary mirror. Stay Up with us! See Planets, Moons, Rings, Star Clusters, Nebulas, Galaxies and more! Outdoor recreation is the maindraw to the area, The pristine South Platt River flows thru Hartsel/South Park offering great trout fishing year round. The South Platt fills 3 awesome Reservoirs, Antero, Spinney, and Eleven Mile State Park with boating, fishing, hiking, biking, swimming. Hunting is also popular on Federal lands and stat wildlife areas.

2. Lone Duck Campground and Cabins

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14mi from Palmer Lake · 64 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Cascade, CO

Lone Duck Campground sits just outside the city lights of Colorado Springs at the base of Pikes Peak, at an elevation of 7,600 feet. Our prime location puts us within a short distance of the many beautiful Colorado attractions. This makes us an ideal stop for families looking for a summer adventure or folks just passing through for a couple of days. We strive to make every stay a special experience. We know you will love it here at "the Duck"! Lone Duck Campground and Cabins is your stop for a memorable vacation in the Colorado Rockies. We have all the necessary amenities to make your stay a comfortable one. We offer tent sites, cabins, and RV sites. Make your reservation with us today and allow our family to treat yours!

3. Camp Lake View

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37mi from Palmer Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV · Guffey, CO

Learn more about this land:This camp site is directly across the road from Eleven Mile Reservoir. With this site being around 3000 feet from the reservoir you will be able to enjoy all the amazing views and amenities the reservoir has to offer without the crowded camp grounds. You will need a park pass to access the reservoir but not to camp on the land. A 1/4 mile down the road is access to nation forest for going off road or get a parks pass and fish at one of the many amazing fisheries in the area like Eleven mile, Spinney and Eleven mile canyon. The south shore boat ramp is less than 4 miles away. This area does get windy so be careful setting up awnings and pop up tents or anything the wind likes to blow away. The site has a slight pitch but leveling out your camper should be relatively easy. No trees on the land to block your 360 degree mountain views.

4. Aikman Acres

50mi from Palmer Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV · Guffey, CO

5 acres of land with great views of sunsets and mountain! Great for: Tent, RV (no hookups) or car camping ⛺️!

5. Tuff’s Animal Rescue @ Tuff’s Ranch

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45mi from Palmer Lake · 35 sites · RVs · Bennett, CO

An animal rescue and cattle ranch in beautiful Bennett, Colorado, home of Tuff's Animal Rescue at Tuff's Ranch!! Chickens, alpacas, cattle, lambs, emus, goats, and pigs to see and play with! Walking trail, shooting range, and archery range. Meat and eggs available to purchase, based on availability. Rancher's market on Thursdays 4-7 and Saturdays 9-2 through mid October. Conveniently located at I-70 exit 305 Kiowa-Bennett Road (Eastbound) and I-70 exit 306 Kiowa (Westbound). PLEASE USE THIS PIN DROP https://maps.app.goo.gl/6ptL8Hn9zAdYcqobA From Eastbound I-70, go south (right) through the flashing caution light (about 7.7 miles). The first gate on the right is where we are located! You will see a big green barn in front of you. From Westbound I-70, go forward through the stop sign. Turn south (left) on Kiowa-Bennett Road. This will take you OVER the Interstate. Continue south through the flashing caution light (7.7 miles). The first gate on the right is where we are located! You will see a big green barn in front of you. 5055 S. Kiowa-Bennett Rd 5055 S. County Road 137 Please park parallel to the highway against the fence, facing the BIG GREEN BARN and the Outpost. (720) 263-2279 call or text We appreciate all donations! Vemo.com/Tuffsanimalrescue Paypal.me/Tuffsanimalrescue Tuff’s Animal Rescue ℅ Tuff’s Ranch is a Non-Profit Public Charity Organization since 2021 EIN 87-3432359

Public campgrounds near Palmer Lake

Springdale Campground

10mi from Palmer Lake · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pike National Forest

Thunder Ridge Campground

11mi from Palmer Lake · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pike National Forest

Meadow Ridge Campground

11mi from Palmer Lake · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pike National Forest

Pike Community Campground

11mi from Palmer Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Pike National Forest

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Colorado Campground

11mi from Palmer Lake · 81 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pike National Forest

Stories from the community

alicia

October 2025

24 ft Class C

With pets

3 nights at Camp Lake View

This site is absolutely stunning. Super secluded, no one near you, wide open with amazing views. Our dogs had a blast running around the site. Road is a bit bumpy getting in. Definitely arrive during daytime as you could miss the entrance. Because it is in the open, it can get a bit windy. Would definitely recommend this stay if you're looking for off grid seclusion.

Kim

September 2025

15 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Tuff’s Animal Rescue @ Tuff’s Ranch

I love animals and will always support folks helping them.

Parker

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Observatory At South Park

What a cool experience! I hadn’t been able to go star gazing in forever since moving to Denver. Not only does John have an incredible night sky above his land, he’s also incredibly knowledgeable and a bona fide celestial tour guide. Whether you’re coming with curious kiddos or enthusiastic adults, you’ll have a great time.

Lots of space for the kids and dog to run around.

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Christina

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Observatory At South Park

Absolutely loved this experience. Nice small group of people. Large open area with great views. The stargazing combined with the education of what we were seeing was fantastic. Will definitely be doing this again.

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Rachel

September 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

We LOVED our time at this spot. John is an excellent host, and the property is SO beautiful and peaceful. Highly recommend! We'll be back!

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Peggy

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

The experience was so much more than I expected! John is so knowledgeable about the sky! I learned so much when I was just expecting to look at stars.

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brad

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

I had an amazing time staying at this campsite! After the sun went down, we got to use a telescope and learn all about the stars and constellations. It was such a cool experience—peaceful, fun, and really eye-opening. Camping here isn’t just about enjoying nature, it’s also about connecting with the night sky in a way you don’t usually get to. I left feeling relaxed, inspired, and already looking forward to coming back again.

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Irene & Tim

August 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Tuff’s Animal Rescue @ Tuff’s Ranch

Michelle and her animals were lovely! Would stay again and support these kind people :)

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John

August 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

Had such an awesome time with John out on his property. Everything was perfect from a great place for my dog to run to John walking us through the constellations at night. I’ll be back again!

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Breanna

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

The site was beautiful. We happened to go there when a storm was rolling through but John stayed up late to wait for the clouds to pass and showed us some really cool things with his telescope. He was very knowledgeable and it was a great experience.

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Sarah

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

Great site for our family camping trip! Views were incredible. Our dog loved the open space for running. A cow wandering by woke us up in the morning, which the kids got a kick out of. Would definitely come back again.

Sara

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

We really enjoyed our stay at the observatory. John is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. No light pollution.Great place to learn about space, constelmachines galaxys and star lord's girlfriend. Inside joke.

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Nicholas

August 2025

16 ft car

2 nights at Observatory At South Park

What a wonderful stay! The scenery is breathtaking, and it's close to a few state parks. At night the sky is OUTSTANDING. John is an absolute treasure and a wealth of knowledge. You can really tell that he is doing what he loves. I cannot say enough good things, and I will definitely be coming back.

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Kellan

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Observatory At South Park

We had an incredible time at John’s camp. He was not only incredible hospitable and friendly, but his knowledge on astronomy was impressive. We came specifically to see the Perseid Meteor shower and even with a bright moon, we got to see them! The kids were so excited and our time there was absolutely magic. I want to come back when there’s a new moon :)

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Patience

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

Awesome landscape; dog was ecstatic to be off leash - we were mostly solo. Clouds rolled in but still had lovely visit with host and his “astronomical” knowledge (pun intended). So cool to see cows and be lulled to sleep by their lowing.

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Lauren

August 2025

16 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Lone Duck Campground and Cabins

We enjoyed our stay. It’s a very family friendly campground, with the pool, arcade, and fishing pond. It’s also close to groceries, and things to do. Staff was nice, it was easy to get to and they sell some helpful items in their store.

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Amanda

August 2025

21 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp Lake View

Loved camping here and our dogs loved it too. Quiet, secluded, and tons of space with 360 views. We will definitely be back here often.

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Billy

July 2025

32 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp Lake View

Great location! Perfect view of 11 mile res. Directions to property were clear. Thanks so much for letting my family stay.

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Hailey

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

The site was beautiful. Id aim for a week day to avoid the weekend warriors.

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David

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Observatory At South Park

John is a class act. He was communicative, gracious, hospitable, and patient as my 4- and 6-year old boys experienced their very first night of camping. The guided and knowledgeable astronomy made us feel like we had gotten the most out of the super dark, low light conditions. I think we’ll make a yearly tradition out of this!