The best treehouse rentals near Sugarloaf, Colorado

Sugarloaf is a tiny community nestled into the foothills above Boulder, Colorado, midway between Boulder and Nederland. It sits at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain, a rocky little knoll that’s easy to summit. The views of Longs Peak and Rocky Mountain National Park from the top of Sugarloaf are incredible and well worth the half-mile climb. The popular Switzerland Trail also takes off from Sugarloaf and follows an old railroad grade through the mountains. Camping is not allowed in the mountains near Sugarloaf—it’s more of a residential area than a town. You can find several campgrounds 10 miles west in Nederland.

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Sugarloaf is a tiny community nestled into the foothills above Boulder, Colorado, midway between Boulder and Nederland. It sits at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain, a rocky little knoll that’s easy to summit. The views of Longs Peak and Rocky Mountain National Park from the top of Sugarloaf are incredible and well worth the half-mile climb. The popular Switzerland Trail also takes off from Sugarloaf and follows an old railroad grade through the mountains. Camping is not allowed in the mountains near Sugarloaf—it’s more of a residential area than a town. You can find several campgrounds 10 miles west in Nederland.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Sherwood Creek Camp and Glamp

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7.9mi from Sugarloaf · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging · Nederland, CO

This forested and open meadow property is located on a seasonal creek 2 miles from the quaint mountain town of Nederland, Colorado. A short drive to both Boulder & Denver and situated in the picturesque Front Range, Nederland has convenient access to skiing, mountain biking, hiking & camping, including many points of access to the Continental Divide. The property is within walking distance of Boulder County Open Space and Indian Peaks Wilderness trails for endless biking and hiking adventures. Sites are private and secluded. There is a 20-foot tipi, a quaint treehouse, and a tent site camp that can be rented separately or together for larger groups. Toilet, picnic table, and potable water all available onsite. We have endless hiking, biking, and mountain fun activities onsite and nearby! Space for camper vans as well! We look forward to hosting you soon.

2. Gold Nugget Tree House

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3.5mi from Sugarloaf · 1 site · Lodging · Gold Hill, CO

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.

3. Rustic Glamorous Artist's Cabin

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43mi from Sugarloaf · 3 sites · Lodging · Bailey, CO

The first time I saw this beautiful heavily wooded 12-acre property, I immediately put in an offer. That was 18 years ago. I spent the next 11 years chasing corporate goals which I finally realized were inconsistent with my soul. I started a family and decided to sell this property. I brought my then 2 year old daughter here so she could see it once before I sold it. As we drove up highway 285 through vistas each more stunning than the last, I was moved to tears by the beauty. By the time we reached the property, I knew that we would be moving back here. Nearly 3 years later, we finally moved back with 3 dogs and 2 cats in tow. We love it here and truly belong in this place we call home. Part of the former Ute tribe summer hunting area, and backing to the Pike National Forest and Lost Creek Wilderness; this fascinating area is both beautiful and full of things to do. Fresh clean mountain air. No people. Get away to the quiet beauty of your private wooded cabin. Enjoy a campfire, amazing mountain views, and killer hiking right out your cabin door. Spend an amazing night with millions of stars overhead. Recharge your soul in silent mountain peace. A rare opportunity to stay tucked in private woods and steps from 1000s of acres of national forest. Featuring dual heaters, sleeping loft, outdoor cooking area, solar, and indoor camp toilet facilities, this is luxury glampingSpend an unforgettable night watching millions of stars in the crisp clean mountain air. Feel yourself relax and recharge as you enjoy the woods and the stunning mountain views. The cabin is furnished with many of the pieces from the Lost Creek Cabin Studio and features solar electricity and indoor camp toilet facilities. Fresh water is provided. The artist's retreat is a luxury glamping cabin.As long as there is no fire ban, you are welcome to enjoy a campfire in the outdoor fireplace. We require guests to diligently tend their fire and completely extinguish the campfire when guests are not near. There is firewood to gather on the property and we have firewood for purchase as well. We do not allow guests to bring in firewood as the area has begun to see invasive species of insects and we do not want to contribute to this potentially devastating situation.

Stories from the community

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Brian

October 2025

With kids

1 night at Sherwood Creek Camp and Glamp

Amy and her tiny home far exceeded our expectations. The host and location could not have been a better fit. Even with my scheduling conflicts she made it happen. Highly recommended and looking forward to our next chance to reserve the tiny house.

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Debra

October 2025

2 nights at Gold Nugget Tree House

The treehouse is quaint and cozy and wonderfully set up to enjoy the trees and views. We had a surprise snow and were still warm and cozy using the heater to start the night and the comfortable bed did the rest. And we woke up to the beautiful snow in the trees! The town is historic and Forest walks were great. We loved the candle light

Terry

October 2025

2 nights at Gold Nugget Tree House

Jessica’s treehouse was very quaint and cozy. It was raining when we got there and in the nighttime it snowed! We kept warm ! Heating up the treehouse and then piled in the blankets. It was a great 68th birthday! The candles were so fun and the chairs comfortable. We strolled around town on a foggy day. Hiking st Caribou ranch was spectacular and golden.

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Lucy

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Gold Nugget Tree House

The cutest spot near the prettiest aspens… will be going back!

Anna

October 2025

1 night at Gold Nugget Tree House

Such a special place with beautiful attention to detail. Clear instructions and great amenities!

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Jasmine

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Rustic Glamorous Artist's Cabin

Deborah was a great host! The cabin was cozy and felt secluded. It was easy to get to and in a pretty location.

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Jules

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Gold Nugget Tree House

We LOVED our stay here! Such a beautiful, fun space thoughtful planned out. Everything we needed for a weekend stay was included. And Gold Hill is a magical little town…the General Store/restaurantand bar is an easy walk from the treehouse. (Best chocolate chip cookies we’ve ever had, seriously.)

Complete with a sofa, a number of chairs, a tent and a firepit, this place has it all!

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Joe

September 2025

With kids

1 night at Rustic Glamorous Artist's Cabin

A wonderful quiet space a with a welcoming gracious host. Just the right amount of privacy and distance from “the world”.

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Stuart

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rustic Glamorous Artist's Cabin

RECHARGED! This place was just want I needed. Simple, quite, comfortable, easy, closest to lots of hiking and more. I will be back. Recommend!!! 🏞🌲🔥🌠😌

Addi

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Gold Nugget Tree House

Jessica’s treehouse will be such a memorable trip for me, my husband, and our four year old. Such a unique place and walking distance to the charming Inn and General Store in Gold Hill. Would recommend!

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Jessy

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Gold Nugget Tree House

Perfect spot to unwind and feel tucked away from the world. Would 100% come back!

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baylee

September 2025

1 night at Gold Nugget Tree House

A true magical spot!!! We WILL be back 😍😍😍 Our timeline didn’t allow us to experience Gold Hill like I wish we could have, something to keep in mind when booking if you have flexible dates. ☺️

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Danielle

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Gold Nugget Tree House

We had a wonderful stay at the treehouse. We listened to the rain all night. We love this place.

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Aidan

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sherwood Creek Camp and Glamp

Amy’s Treehouse was the perfect retreat spot. It’s 12 minutes from town, yet still feels like you’re dispersed camping with the campfire ability and seclusion amid Nederland’s forest. Would recommend this for anyone who wants a cozy, quaint stay without having to camp. Bathroom facilities were extremely clean too. We will be back! P.S. The husky was the cherry on top!

Shannon

September 2025

3 nights at Gold Nugget Tree House

This was perfect…a lovely off grid getaway. We spent 3 nights there as a base and easily traveled to Estes Park, Red Rocks And Denver. Jessica was very responsive!

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Nathan

September 2025

With kids

1 night at Rustic Glamorous Artist's Cabin

What a fun night! I took my 4 year old for an over nighter and it was perfect. I didn’t have to pack much since so much was provided and ready. We had a nice dinner, played in the woods, enjoyed a fire then had a great nights sleep in the treehouse. Thank you Deborah!

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Geof

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Gold Nugget Tree House

Great view, exactly as described. Quite and peaceful.

Shawn

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Sherwood Creek Camp and Glamp

Amy’s property was beautiful. It was little hard to find but once I got my correct bearings it easy. Treehouse is amazing and worth the climb up. It’s small but very cozy. They had some great reading material available! I highly recommend staying with Amy!

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Jenny

August 2025

1 night at Gold Nugget Tree House

It was a nice quiet retreat. It was one night and the morning but I would have rented it again. It was relaxing and enough for what I needed!

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Jessica

August 2025

3 nights at Sherwood Creek Camp and Glamp

Great spot to escape to. Amy is such a sweet host. Gave so many helpful recommendations! We had an awesome time & would definitely come back.

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The best treehouses near Sugarloaf guide

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.