Notable Campgrounds
- Best for hikers: the northernmost loop at the park, Grouse Mountain offers direct access to the Grouse Mountain Trailhead.
- Best for RV camping: Revenuers Ridge offers electrical hook-up sites and easy access to the seasonal comfort station.
- Best for quiet time: Turkey Meadows offers quiet walk-in sites among the trees
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- You can reserve cabins and campsites through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife online reservation system or over the phone.
- Reservations can be made up to six months in advance. Same-day reservations are also available, online or over the phone.
- Only a handful of campsites are available during the winter season, which normally starts in October and runs through April.
- If you are having trouble securing a site for your preferred dates, your best bet is to look into RV parks, Hipcamps, and private campgrounds.
When to Go
Camping season at Mueller State Park is between May and September, although there are generally a few sites available for winter camping during the off season. The park is at its most busy during July and August (though these months also get the most rainfall). Special educational programs also take place in the summer months at the park’s amphitheater. Temperatures start to dip in late September and sub-freezing temperatures are the norm from December through February.
Know Before You Go
- The nearest town to pick up supplies is Midland, about a 10-minute drive south of the park.
- Campsites 12 and 22 are ADA accessible, as is the Ponderosa Cabin.
- There are a lot of opportunistic black bears in the park, and it's not unusual to spot the creatures in spring through fall. Food must be secured in hard-sided vehicles and campers are advised not to sleep in the same clothes that they cook in.
- Camper service buildings are closed during the winter season, which usually starts in early October and runs through April.
Mueller State Park
Explore the Colorado wilderness no matter the season in this wooded state park.
Set among 5,100 acres of forest and meadows, this state park offers tons of recreation opportunities throughout the year. Activities include hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding on the 44-mile long tail system in the summer and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. There are also a number of stocked ponds in the park as well as a visitor center offering interpretive exhibits. Camping options abound at the park, with a variety of loops offering everything from quiet walk-in sites for tent campers to RV sites with electric hook-ups. The park also has three cabins for those who would prefer a few more creature comforts.
Set among 5,100 acres of forest and meadows, this state park offers tons of recreation opportunities throughout the year. Activities include hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding on the 44-mile long tail system in the summer and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. There are also a number of stocked ponds in the park as well as a visitor center offering interpretive exhibits. Camping options abound at the park, with a variety of loops offering everything from quiet walk-in sites for tent campers to RV sites with electric hook-ups. The park also has three cabins for those who would prefer a few more creature comforts.
Activities in the park
7 campgrounds in Mueller State Park
Offering eleven walk-in style campsites, Prospector Ridge Campground is Mueller State Park’s one of only two such niche-like campgrounds: pure-’n’-simple, no modern thrills. So, go ahead―pitch-up a tent under a green-hued spur. Just make sure you’re prepared for the campsite fee. Read more...
Much like Prospector Ridge Campground, Turkey Meadow Campground offers nine walk-in style campsites, all nestled within the conifer confines of Mueller State Park. These minimalistic campsites fill-up quick, so it’s good measure to call ahead for availability or reserve a site up to six-months in advance. Read more...
This loop is the northernmost out of all of the Mueller State Park campgrounds. If you prefer sweet, sweet shade over sweeping views, then this is the spot for you. The trailhead for Grouse Mountain is here, and that lovely trail grants you easy access to even more hiking options. Last minute planners will be bummed out if they wait to reserve a s Read more...
Mueller State Park has heaps of campsites available for your overnighting pleasure, including tent and RV sites at Conifer Ridge. After a long day of hiking and wildlife watching, you’ll love retiring to this smaller campground. The Werley Ranch Trailhead is right here, so setting off on a hike is a breeze. Don’t get your hopes up for too much pri Read more...
Revenues Campground is more geared toward the RV centered, “comfort camper”; all sites, aside from walk-ins, have electrical outlets. And, like the other hook-up style campsites, Revenues Campground is located within yards of a “comfort station,” where you’ll be able to wash-up after a day fishing at the nearby stocked pond. Read more...
Who says you have to sleep in a tent to have a great camping experience? Not Mueller State Park! There’s tons of camping options available here, including some lovely cabins that are just begging to be occupied. Whether you roll deep with all of your pals, or prefer to stick with a smaller group, there’s a cabin for you. Each of the three quaint c Read more...
There are loads of campsites to choose from in Mueller State Park, including the small-yet-totally-charming Peak View. Plus, it’s open throughout the winter for all of you cold-weather lovers out there. Wanna know the best part of this place? The views! Pikes Peak looms in the distance, and you’ll be close to the adorable Peak View Pond. Make your Read more...
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Notable Campgrounds
Notable Campgrounds
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
When to Go
Camping season at Mueller State Park is between May and September, although there are generally a few sites available for winter camping during the off season. The park is at its most busy during July and August (though these months also get the most rainfall). Special educational programs also take place in the summer months at the park’s amphitheater. Temperatures start to dip in late September and sub-freezing temperatures are the norm from December through February.
Know Before You Go
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