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RV Parks in Colorado

Settle in 36 parks across Colorado. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

58 fourteeners, alpine basins, and the headwaters of seven major rivers.

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RV Parks in Colorado by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across all 36 parks listed in Colorado.

ParkCityRating
Durango Ranch RV Resort, LLCDurango5.0212 Google reviews
The Views RV Park & CampgroundDolores4.9371 Google reviews
Horizon RV ParkGrand Junction4.946 Google reviews
Elk Creek CampgroundGrand Lake4.8337 Google reviews
Last Resort On The River RV Park & Campground, Inc.Pagosa Springs4.8179 Google reviews
Basecamp Pagosa RV ParkPagosa Springs4.822 Google reviews
Canyon View RV ResortGrand Junction4.7793 Google reviews
Mountaindale Cabins & RV ResortColorado Springs4.7705 Google reviews

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Federal campgrounds in Colorado

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About Colorado

Colorado runs from Rocky Mountain granite down to the high-desert mesas of the Western Slope, and the RV parks follow the terrain. You can set up near the gates of Rocky Mountain National Park or Mesa Verde, park in an alpine forest outside Estes Park or Breckenridge, or camp in the cottonwoods along the Arkansas River. State parks and national forests fill in the map between them. Few states hand an RVer this much variety in a single tank of gas.

The Front Range corridor (Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs), is where urban convenience meets the mountains. Parks here put you within reach of city restaurants one day and Pikes Peak the next. Drive west and the land opens up: red-rock formations, vineyards around Grand Junction, and put-ins on the Colorado River. Southern Colorado is a different trip again: Native American history, the San Juan Mountains threaded with scenic byways, and towns like Durango and Ouray where the RV park might sit in the shadow of a fourteener.

Elevation is the variable that shapes every Colorado RV trip. Summer is the season for the high country: hiking, fishing, mountain biking under afternoon thunderheads. Spring and fall pay off differently: wildflowers on the way up, gold aspen groves on the way down. Winter RVing is a specialist's game, limited to select parks near ski areas or quiet year-round spots at lower elevations. Learn the seasonal rhythm and the state rewards you; ignore it and you'll find gates closed and passes snowed in.

When to camp in Colorado

Peak Jun–Aug

Full season

Quick facts

Federal campgrounds
351
Parks listed
36
Best season
June through September

Trip guide

Know before you go in Colorado

Federal permits, lotteries and timed-entry reservations in Colorado, from Recreation.gov.

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

  • Colorado State Parks Pass

    A valid pass is required for vehicle entry into all Colorado State Parks. This can be a daily pass, an annual pass, or included with a camping reservation. Funds from passes support park maintenance and operations.

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife

  • Vehicle Emissions Testing

    RVs and other vehicles registered in specific Front Range counties (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, Jefferson, Larimer, Weld) are subject to mandatory emissions testing prior to registration renewal. Exemptions may apply based on vehicle age.

  • Wildfire Safety and Restrictions

    Colorado frequently experiences wildfire conditions, especially during dry seasons. Fire restrictions, including bans on campfires, charcoal grills, and sometimes even propane stoves, are common. Always check current restrictions with local authorities, campgrounds, and land management agencies before lighting any fire.

  • RV and Vehicle Registration

    All recreational vehicles and their towing vehicles operating in Colorado must be properly registered with their home state. If establishing residency, Colorado vehicle registration is required. Ensure your registration is current and accessible.

    Colorado DMV
01Are pets allowed in Colorado RV parks and campgrounds?
Most Colorado RV parks and campgrounds take pets, with the usual conditions: leashed, and never left alone at the site. National parks are stricter, generally limiting dogs to developed areas and paved trails. Read the individual park's rules before you load up the dog.
02Do I need reservations for RV camping in Colorado?
Yes. Plan on it. Peak summer (June-August) and marquee destinations like Rocky Mountain National Park or the popular state parks can book out months ahead. First-come, first-served sites exist, but showing up on a summer Friday hoping for one is a gamble.
03What kind of hookups can I expect at Colorado RV parks?
Private RV resorts typically run full hookups (water, electric, sewer). State parks often provide electric-only sites, and national forest and BLM campgrounds are usually dry camping, no hookups at all. Confirm what's at your site with the campground or park website before you book.
04Can I RV camp in Colorado year-round?
You can, but winter thins the field considerably. Most state and national park campgrounds close or drop to primitive camping. A selection of private parks stays open, mostly near ski areas or in lower-elevation towns, and a properly winterized rig is the price of admission.
05Are there dump stations widely available in Colorado?
Yes. Full-service RV parks, many state parks, and some travel centers and gas stations have them. If you're mostly dry camping, plan your route around dump-station access rather than hoping one turns up. Some private parks charge non-guests a fee to use theirs.
06What should I know about driving my RV on Colorado's mountain passes?
The passes are steep and winding, and they punish worn brakes. Get your brakes checked, drop into a lower gear on descents instead of riding the pedal, mind the posted limits, and know where the runaway truck ramps are. In spring and fall, check road conditions before you commit, passes can close temporarily or require chains.

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