# Glen Isle Resort

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- **Location:** Bailey, Colorado, United States
- **Price:** from $36.00/night
- **Rating:** 97% recommend (986 reviews)
- **Sites:** 6
- **Size:** 150 acres
- **Host:** Greg And Mary Ruth V.

## Overview

🌲 Glen Isle Campgrounds – A Historic Riverside Retreat 
Welcome to Glen Isle, a 125-year-old mountain resort along the North Fork of the South Platte River, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally reached by train, Glen Isle remains one of Colorado’s last surviving turn-of-the-century resort properties and offers a camping experience rich in history, natural beauty, and community.

Because Highway 285 follows the original railroad corridor that once brought visitors here, it runs nearby. We encourage guests to review the map before booking to be sure our location is the right fit for their camping style. Many guests appreciate the easy access along with the beauty of the river, surrounding forest, and nearby mountain trails.

🎣 Activities & Amenities

Campers enjoy:

• Fishing along the South Platte (no rod fees required) 
• A 21-hole wooded disc golf course (free for campers) 
• Rescue horses, miniature donkeys, and miniature goats 
• Optional guided mini-donkey walks (paid experience) 
• Bingo nights, camper music nights, and outdoor movie evenings (when scheduled) 
• Recreation room with games 
• Guided historic lodge tours and gift shop 
• Tuesday Food Truck nights 
• Trailhead ½ mile behind the property 
• Walking distance to the Coney Island hot dog stand 
• About 30 miles from Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Glen Isle is a historic gathering place rather than a remote backcountry campground, and guests may see other campers and activity around the lodge, especially on summer weekends. Seasonal insects are part of the natural river environment during warmer months.

Campsites are currently first-come, first-served within designated camping areas as we transition toward reservable individual sites.

🔥 Fire Policy

Due to drought conditions and wildfire risk, wood fires and charcoal are not permitted. Propane fire rings and cooking equipment are welcome. Propane tanks are available to rent for $25. A community fire ring may be used when restrictions allow.

🚗 Important Arrival Note

Please do not turn at the Coney Island Boardwalk. Glen Isle is located ½ mile farther west on the same side of Highway 285. The road behind Coney Island is not maintained for passenger vehicles and should not be used to access the property.

## Highlights

- **Best Hipcamps in Colorado:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.
- **Amazing views:** Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
- **Family-friendly:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
- **Best in Colorado: Finalist:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
- **Staff verified:** Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Potable water, Toilets, Trash, Cooking equipment, Picnic table, Wifi
- **Activities:** Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Off-roading (OHV), Climbing, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Forest, River, stream, or creek, Mountainous

## Sites

- **Get Lost at Glen Isle: Tent Sites** (rv-tent, up to 6 guests, $40.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> Glen Isle is amazing. It is an awesome place to stay with great history. MaryRuth and Greg are both always accommodating and welcoming hosts. We hope to continue to come back to one of our favorite places year after year. It really brings us back to our childhoods of spending time camping with family.
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> - Jacob B., October 25, 2026

> Picked this site as a little 1 night getaway from the city with my dogs, host was very responsive even when I arrived a little early! The river spot is close to the road but even when its busy out the sound of the water is prominent. I car camped but there was lots of great tent spots.
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> - Lily B., October 19, 2026

> Lovely hosts and beautiful property. Yes, there is highway noise at the campsites near the river, but Mary Ruth made sure that we were aware of that before booking. We parked a few feet from the river and thoroughly enjoyed our two days there!
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> - Julia J., September 18, 2026

> Absolutely loved camping here! We stayed on the river level which was very peaceful. Mary was our host and an absolute delight. There was even a stable area with mini donkeys that will come up to you for some pets! I saw in reviews mentions of noise. While there is a highway adjacent to the river, the noise was never a problem for my girlfriend and I. The river washes out a lot of it. If you're sensitive to noise / want to feel remote, then the upper level on the cliff would be more appealing (or just don't book a campground near a highway haha).
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> - Jordan R., September 14, 2026

> What a great site! Thank you for easy communication and a beautiful setting!
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> - Aaron S., September 12, 2026