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Mark_Heisler
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Nov 01, 2015

camping around Denver Colorado

planning a summer trip thinking of camping around Denver area. Going the first two week of Aug 2016. Where are some good camp grounds. would like full hook up and with in a 30 min drive away from Denver

thanks mark

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  • Hey guys i checked out the campground you sent me they look great . Am i reading it right you have to buy a park pass plus campground fees?
  • X2 on Chatfield State Park. We stayed there a couple years ago and it worked out great for us. Quick access to highways in multiple directions for going to various places in the area.
  • Chatfield State Park is close to downtown. Its busy so reserve 6 months out. D loop is nice and nestled in some ponderosa pines. It has full hook ups and you don't realize you're on the edge of the metropolitan area. Sites 158, 180 and 189 are my favorite sites.
  • Only one I have found within 30 minutes is Cherry Creek State Park.

    Nice place, quiet with big sites and close to the city. You will need reservations. Note that the camping fee DOES NOT include a $7 per day vehicle pass. We do the annual vehicle pass since we usually hit it twice a year. There is also a 14 day limit.

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