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Prospector’s Rush

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· Central City, Clear Creek, Colorado

5 acres hosted by Nicki C.

6 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Welcome to Prospector’s Rush campground located on a 5-acre old mining claim near Idaho Springs, Colorado. This unique rustic campground offers visitors a chance to reconnect with nature while experiencing the rich history of the area. 4WD is necessary to access our property!!! As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the untouched beauty of the Rocky Mountains and the sound of a nearby stream. The campground is surrounded by towering pine trees and a variety of wildlife (moose, deer, elk, turkeys and black bear), providing a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Prospector’s Rush campground offers tent sites and RV sites, each with plenty of space for campers to spread out and enjoy the natural surroundings. While we do not have running water on site, we do have a pit toilet. This is a true camping experience, allowing you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the simplicity of nature. As you explore the area, you'll discover remnants of the old mining operation, including abandoned mineshafts. You can also hike the nearby trails, or simply relax and enjoy the beauty of the starry night sky. At Prospector’s Rush campground, we pride ourselves on offering a true wilderness experience, with limited amenities to ensure that you can fully appreciate the natural beauty of the area. Come visit Prospector’s Rush campground and discover a piece of Colorado's rich history while immersing yourself in the peace and tranquility of pure nature. 4WD is mandatory!!

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99 ratings · 76 reviews

Tate M.recommends

April 6, 2024

Prospector‘s Rush #3

It was a beautiful camp sight. Only issue was there wasn’t much of a disclaimer about all the signs when entering. It gets confusing.

Sara P.recommends

March 7, 2024

Prospector‘s Rush #3

10/10 Recommend

Beautiful view! Like the listing says, make sure you have 4 wheel drive. The road to the camp site is a bit narrow so use caution. It is completely worth it!

Jason M.recommends

March 2, 2024

Prospector’s Rush #9

It was really really nice, the views were great and it was very clean and very open. I will definitely want to go there again

Nina H.recommends

January 3, 2024

Prospector’s Rush #1

Loved camping here! Woke up to a beautiful sunrise over the mountains. Very quiet and serene. Lots of beautiful campsites to choose from.

Jonathon A.

December 9, 2023

Prospector‘s Rush #3

this is a beautiful campsite and it’s only about 15 minutes from town which is a huge plus! the biggest downside is that the host never replied to any of my messages :( i had a couple of questions before/during our trip but after two unanswered messages…. it felt like a lost cause. this is a great place to camp with amazing views, though, so 10 out of 10 for everything else!! we still had an amazing time.

Ken Ary D.recommends

December 4, 2023

Prospector‘s Rush #3

The site was very beautiful nice overlook and well labeled. They had left extra firewood for the campfire which was was very nice considering how cold it was the night of our visit. The campsite is however very difficult to get to unless your car is four wheel drive and made for rugged terrain. Subaru outbacks are great to get to the campsite but if you had a Honda CRV or a car similar even with the 4WD you would likely have gotten stuck.

Location

Central City, Clear Creek, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tséstho’e (Cheyenne) and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Nicki C.Joined in June 2023

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