Mountain Camping

• Rocky Mountain National Park has four campgrounds available for RV’s. Campers at this park can fish, hike or take a ride over Trail Ridge Road. Mt. Princeton RV Park near Buena Vista, Colorado is close to hot springs, ATV riding and whitewater rafting. Stillwater campground is a popular spot located six miles from the town of Grand Lake. Stillwater, on the shores of Lake Granby, has a boat ramp and access to hiking and mountain bike trails.
  
  

Lake Camping

• Navajo State Park near Arboles has three campgrounds on the shores of Navajo Reservoir, a 35-mile long lake on the Colorado and New Mexico border. Campgrounds are plentiful at Pueblo State Park, and water skiing and fishing activities on the reservoir are easily accessed by campers. At Blue Mesa Reservoir, near Gunnison, three campgrounds are located on the shoreline. All campgrounds in this sagebrush-dominated area have a boat ramp and several sites can be reserved.
  
  

RV Resorts

• Dakota Ridge RV Resort in Golden is minutes away from brewery tours, shopping or hiking opportunities. This resort has a heated outdoor pool, a clubhouse and concierge service. Mesa Verde RV Resort is close to the Four Corners National Monument and Mesa Verde National Park. This pet-friendly resort features a hot tub, wireless Internet and ample parking for larger RV’s. Glenwood Canyon Resort is just a few minutes from the Glenwood Springs Hot Springs Pool and offers shuttle service to the hot springs, a game room and laundry.
  
  

Considerations

• Pine beetles are a major issue affecting several campgrounds in Colorado. Tree-cutting in campgrounds means less shade and in some cases, closures of some camping spots. RV camping is a popular summer activity in Colorado and reservations are encouraged at most campgrounds and RV parks. If reservations are not available, it’s a good idea to arrive early. Most lakes in Colorado are requiring inspections for mussels. This can slow down access to the lakes, especially on busy weekends.
  
  

Time Frame

• The best time to camp in Colorado is between Memorial Day and Labor Day when the temperature warms up and most campgrounds are open. Summer is a busy time for camping in Colorado and campgrounds can become crowded. Dispersed camping is available in some areas of the National Forest for campers who want more solitude. Campers should also consider camping in the fall when the leaves are turning and the campgrounds are not as crowded.