Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Jefferson, CO
Nestled in the stunning mountains of Colorado, Jefferson serves as a gateway to scenic camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast. For RV travelers, the nearby Jefferson Lake Campground offers full amenities, stunning lake views, and access to hiking and fishing in a serene alpine setting. Tent campers can find solace at the tranquil Pike National Forest, where trails like the stunning Boreas Pass lead to breathtaking panoramic vistas and lush wilderness ideal for pitching a tent under the stars. For those seeking a more rugged experience, dispersed camping along the Guanella Pass Road allows adventurers to create their own campsite amidst untouched nature, providing a perfect backdrop for wildlife watching and photography. With its high mountain foothills, crystal-clear lakes, and abundant aspen groves, the region offers an unforgettable outdoor experience just a stone's throw from Jefferson. Make your camping trip memorable by exploring this diverse landscape while immersing yourself in Colorado's pristine wilderness.
Buffalo Campground is located in the South Platte Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 17 min southwest of Highlands Ranch, CO) with an elevation of 7,308 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of August. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Kelsey Campground is located in the South Platte Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 11 min west of Castle Rock, CO) with an elevation of 8,285 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 15 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom, trash dumpster, food storage locker. Activities include biking, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Timberline Campground is located in the South Platte Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 2 min southwest of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 9,725 feet. There are a total of 24 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of August. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $23.00 to $46.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Echo Lake Campground is located in the Clear Creek Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (53 min west of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 10,683 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to mid September. 13 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Burning Bear Campground is located in the South Platte Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 8 min west of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 9,666 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of August. 12 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing.
Geneva Park Campground is located in the South Platte Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 9 min west of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 10,167 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the end of August. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Guanella Pass Campground is located in the Clear Creek Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (1 hr 5 min west of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 10,755 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to mid September. 10 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
West Chicago Creek Campground is located in the Clear Creek Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (52 min west of Lakewood, CO) with an elevation of 9,617 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 12 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $22.00 per night. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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