94% (581) • 2,289 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Sugarloaf
Creekside Paradise
1. Creekside Paradise
95%
(431)
4.8mi from Sugarloaf · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$31
/ night
CampCHERIshed-Camp for a Cause!
2. CampCHERIshed-Camp for a Cause!
97%
(387)
49mi from Sugarloaf · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
⭐️
*Tons of privacy!*
⭐️
Camp for a Cause!
🌲100% of every dollar in our camping fee is a donation for ShesCHERIshed.
☂️
Help us with this mission by camping with us!
🏕
You can expect tons of trees, privacy, peaceful, quiet land to relax, with beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains, miles of pine trees, boulders, open hiking, fire pits, *Chatfield Reservoir views (in certain areas) and more!
🔥
Enjoy private camping, yet still close to Rampart Range, the town of Sedalia or Castle Rock for convenience.
⛰
Or head to Deckers, and the South Platte River for Fishing!
🎣
Only 10 minutes to the town of Sedalia, w/ a gas station, the famous cheeseburger at Bud's Bar, B'Mans BBQ & Wide Open Saloon, a cafe & more. Options available if you don't feel like cooking while camping.
👏🏼
This is a smoke, drug, and drunk free campsite.
🚫Thank you!
🙏🏼
Blessings! (ShesCHERIshed is a 501(c)(3) non-profit ministry.)
✝️
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$85
/ night
Mountaintop Camping
3. Mountaintop Camping
88%
(117)
34mi from Sugarloaf · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
500 acres of mountaintop land, aspen and evergreen forests, rocky outcroppings, 180deg views, serenity, room to roam, all this just an easy 35min drive from downtown Denver!
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
$40
/ night
Roosevelt National Forest
4. Roosevelt National Forest
83%
(44)
National forest 42mi from Sugarloaf · 800 sites
Get out in nature without straying far from the city in this wooded national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Arapaho National Forest
5. Arapaho National Forest
94%
(42)
National forest 34mi from Sugarloaf · 619 sites
1.5 million acres of woodlands, wilderness areas, and backcountry camping.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Red Tail River Ranch
6. Red Tail River Ranch
41mi from Sugarloaf · 1 site
Welcome to Red Tail River Ranch, a stunning 22-acre retreat nestled in the picturesque landscape of Shawnee, Colorado. Our property offers the perfect blend of adventure and tranquility, ideal for those seeking a unique outdoor experience.
Whether you are an avid angler looking to cast your line in a gold medal fishing spot, orsimply seeking a peaceful spot to relax and soak in the natural beauty, our ranch is the perfect destination!
Explore our large grassy pasture, where you might spot deer, mountain sheep, and a variety of birds, including eagles and hawks. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, developing a disc golf course offers a fun challenge with breathtaking views.
After a day of adventure, unwind in our hot tub under the stars or take a leisurely stroll by the river.
Come experience the magic of Colorado!!
Toilets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
$472
/ night
Rocky Mountain National Park
7. Rocky Mountain National Park
97%
(178)
National park 27mi from Sugarloaf · 553 sites
Explore one of America’s most beloved alpine landscapes in the heart of the Colorado Rockies.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
White River National Forest
8. White River National Forest
93%
(68)
National forest 85mi from Sugarloaf · 1193 sites
Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Routt National Forest
9. Routt National Forest
83%
(9)
National forest 77mi from Sugarloaf · 209 sites
Explore the beauty of nature from mounts to the Thunder Basin National grassland.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
94% (581) • 2,289 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Sugarloaf
Creekside Paradise
1. Creekside Paradise
95%
(431)
4.8mi from Sugarloaf · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$31
/ night
CampCHERIshed-Camp for a Cause!
2. CampCHERIshed-Camp for a Cause!
97%
(387)
49mi from Sugarloaf · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
⭐️
*Tons of privacy!*
⭐️
Camp for a Cause!
🌲100% of every dollar in our camping fee is a donation for ShesCHERIshed.
☂️
Help us with this mission by camping with us!
🏕
You can expect tons of trees, privacy, peaceful, quiet land to relax, with beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains, miles of pine trees, boulders, open hiking, fire pits, *Chatfield Reservoir views (in certain areas) and more!
🔥
Enjoy private camping, yet still close to Rampart Range, the town of Sedalia or Castle Rock for convenience.
⛰
Or head to Deckers, and the South Platte River for Fishing!
🎣
Only 10 minutes to the town of Sedalia, w/ a gas station, the famous cheeseburger at Bud's Bar, B'Mans BBQ & Wide Open Saloon, a cafe & more. Options available if you don't feel like cooking while camping.
👏🏼
This is a smoke, drug, and drunk free campsite.
🚫Thank you!
🙏🏼
Blessings! (ShesCHERIshed is a 501(c)(3) non-profit ministry.)
✝️
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$85
/ night
Mountaintop Camping
3. Mountaintop Camping
88%
(117)
34mi from Sugarloaf · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
500 acres of mountaintop land, aspen and evergreen forests, rocky outcroppings, 180deg views, serenity, room to roam, all this just an easy 35min drive from downtown Denver!
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
$40
/ night
Roosevelt National Forest
4. Roosevelt National Forest
83%
(44)
National forest 42mi from Sugarloaf · 800 sites
Get out in nature without straying far from the city in this wooded national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Arapaho National Forest
5. Arapaho National Forest
94%
(42)
National forest 34mi from Sugarloaf · 619 sites
1.5 million acres of woodlands, wilderness areas, and backcountry camping.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Red Tail River Ranch
6. Red Tail River Ranch
41mi from Sugarloaf · 1 site
Welcome to Red Tail River Ranch, a stunning 22-acre retreat nestled in the picturesque landscape of Shawnee, Colorado. Our property offers the perfect blend of adventure and tranquility, ideal for those seeking a unique outdoor experience.
Whether you are an avid angler looking to cast your line in a gold medal fishing spot, orsimply seeking a peaceful spot to relax and soak in the natural beauty, our ranch is the perfect destination!
Explore our large grassy pasture, where you might spot deer, mountain sheep, and a variety of birds, including eagles and hawks. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, developing a disc golf course offers a fun challenge with breathtaking views.
After a day of adventure, unwind in our hot tub under the stars or take a leisurely stroll by the river.
Come experience the magic of Colorado!!
Toilets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
$472
/ night
Rocky Mountain National Park
7. Rocky Mountain National Park
97%
(178)
National park 27mi from Sugarloaf · 553 sites
Explore one of America’s most beloved alpine landscapes in the heart of the Colorado Rockies.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
White River National Forest
8. White River National Forest
93%
(68)
National forest 85mi from Sugarloaf · 1193 sites
Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Routt National Forest
9. Routt National Forest
83%
(9)
National forest 77mi from Sugarloaf · 209 sites
Explore the beauty of nature from mounts to the Thunder Basin National grassland.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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AJ
November 2025
Tent
Super comfortable and private with nice views! I felt very comfortable and it was close to home
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Howie
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Our second annual father/son camping trip was a huge success. We had the whole property to ourselves. Each year our favorite part is exploring the boulders at the top of the property. The dozen or so turkeys that wandered through the property was the icing on the cake!
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Emily
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Fabulous hosts and a beautiful location! Highly recommend.
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jodie
October 2025
19 ft pop-up camper
Love this place!!! Close to town but you feel like you are deep in the mountains!
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Seth
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Creekside Paradise
Shawn did a great job making sure we were fully prepared for our time at the Yurt. Falling asleep to the sounds of the creek couldn’t be beat. A great way to spend our nights after fall hiking in the area.
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Aubrey
October 2025
Tent
With pets
EXACTLY what we were looking for. So peaceful, quiet, and absolutely beautiful and clean. Weather was a little iffy while we were there. We were at campsite #4 - highly recommend. You can’t see any other campsites, there’s a trail with some beautiful scenery at the end, and you have soooo much space for all of your stuff! Read the instructions on how to get there three times over. It’s a little confusing, and the terrain is rough so I would make sure to bring some type of 4 wheel drive. We took my husbands truck, but my sedan wouldn’t have made it.
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Drew
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Creekside Paradise
My partner and I had a wonderful time during our two night stay. The ger is magical. Lots of space inside. The indoor wood-stove was so nice to use when it got a little chilly at night.
We loved how much respect Shawn has for the ger and the land. This is a really beautiful spot.
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Amanda
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Such an easy drive from the Boulder area, yet felt like I was really getting away. The property was private with space to wander, including a interesting rock outcrop area. The sites are nicely spaced out and each had a nice fire ring and picnic table. My pup enjoyed it as much as I did!
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Teresa
September 2025
16 ft car
We love camping here, it was beautiful and the directions were clear.
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jodie
September 2025
19 ft pop-up camper
We just LOVE this place! Easy to get to from Highlands Ranch, but you feel like you’re in the middle of the mountains! The road to get there does require some good tires, but definitely doable with an off-road RV. I love the fact that this place donates all of the proceeds! The rock outcroppings are beautiful and fun to go sit on and look at the beautiful views.
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Melissa
September 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
We were seeking a spot for a family camping trip over Labor Day weekend. This campground checked off every box on our list. The campsite was easy to find and close to home. We loved the trees and large rocks – gave us something fun to explore. The site was quiet… there were other campers at the campground, yet they didn’t impact our experience. There’s a flock of wild turkeys that roamed the campground… this was highly entertaining to our dogs! I would recommend the site to anyone looking for a camping retreat that doesn’t involve I-70 or 285 traffic.
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Holly
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Campsite 5 has gorgeous views. Plenty of room for 8 people. Quiet.
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Luke
August 2025
Tent
Camping on Chris’s property was great, he was very hospitable and the spot had all of the needed amenities
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Caitlin
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Great spot, nice trail to walk around with kids. the picnic table was clean and newer, quiet camp site with no close neighbors
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Abbey
August 2025
Tent
Such a beautiful site, felt so far away from it all but not a far journey from the Denver area. Would book again
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John
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Enjoyed our stay at site #3. Lots of shade and space. Was good for young kids. Would definitely come back. Thank you!
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Marco
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Great spot close to the city. Saw an elk, some deer, and all sorts of chipmunks. Host is very nice and accommodating. Would come back!
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Jen
August 2025
With kids
Great place to camp with kids! The yurt is spacious, the creek area is fun for kids to play in and the spot offers a grill, fire pit and “bathroom” area. We had an awesome time with our boys and would definitely recommend.
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Josh
August 2025
18 ft pop-up camper
With kids
Beautiful campsite 3 tucked away in the valley with a great spot to spread out, some privacy but campsite 2 is on top of the hill that overlooks this site.
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Tom
August 2025
20 ft campervan
With kids
Spot was just what we needed. Directions were clear and precise and it was a peaceful, scenic place for the evening and next morning. Recommend!
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Where to go
Boulder
Boulder is a huge outdoor adventure town situated at the base of the Flatirons, about thirty miles northwest of Denver. Boulder Creek runs through downtown and a trail runs alongside it offering trail running and cycling right in town. There’s also excellent hiking, rock climbing, and mountain biking in the nearby foothills. Campers will find the closest camping at the Gross Reservoir, midway between Boulder and Nederland.
Nederland
At an elevation of 8,228 feet in the front range mountains, Nederland is a quaint outdoor adventure town about an hour from Denver. Nederland sits on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, a spectacular scenic route from Estes Park to Interstate 70. Camping is abundant within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest surrounding the town and in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Popular campgrounds include the Kelly Dahl Campground and the dispersed camping area near Gordon Gulch.
Estes Park
Ester Park is just a little over an hour from Sugarloaf via the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Estes Park is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and the town itself offers its fair share of hiking, biking, and water sports fun. The town has several RV parks with some offering cabin and yurt rentals and plenty of opportunities for tent, RV, and backcountry camping in Rocky Mountain National Park.
When to go
Given its lower elevation and the fact that the Boulder area boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year, Sugarloaf is worth a visit in any season. Summer is definitely the most popular season for hiking, biking, and camping adventures but fall is especially nice when the aspens around town turn a brilliant gold. Colors tend to peak along the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway in late September.
Know before you go
- There are no services in Sugarloaf, but you can find everything you need in nearby Boulder.
- Camping near Sugarloaf is incredibly popular given its proximity to Denver. Book campground reservations ahead of time if you can.
- Dispersed camping is typically only allowed in designated sites in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest near Sugarloaf. Make sure camping is allowed before you set up your tent.
- Fire restrictions may be in effect at any time of the year. Check current restrictions before building a campfire.
