Camping in Colorado

Colorado, a state that encompasses most of the Southern portion of the famous Rocky Mountains as well as the northeast part of the Colorado Plateau and the western part of the Great Plains, is considered as one of the best places for camping trips in the United States.

This state, which is also known as the “Centennial State” is popular for its wide range of plains, rivers, canyons, and most especially mountains. In fact, the great Rocky Mountains gives Colorado the highest average elevation. This state is also home to various national parks, recreational areas, national monuments, historic sites, scenic trails, national forests, and national grasslands. Needless to say, it is a haven for any camper who wants to experience nature’s beauty at its finest.

Since this state is most popular for its Rocky Mountains, most of the campgrounds that are very famous among tourists are located in this area. In the front range of these mountains, you will find mountain towns that draw visitors from various parts of the world. Some of the nicest parks here are the Boulder, Estes Park and Evergreen.

You can visit different campsites such as the Glacier Basin, Aspenglen Campground, Morain Park Campground, Guanella Pass, and the Crags. You can enjoy various kinds of outdoor activities such as tents camping, RV camping, horseback riding and hiking. Visit the Longs Peak, Trail Ridge Road, Continental Divide, and the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, which are just few of the many attractions located in this area.

Now, if you are looking for some peace and quiet, you will probably love the sparsely populated Western slope of the Rocky Mountains. This is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Located here are the Grand Junction Campgrounds, White River National Forest, Basalt Area Campgrounds, and the Glenwood Canyon Area Campgrounds.

In these parks, you will find wonderful campsites including Eggleston Campground, Cobbett Lake, Bookcliff, Deep Lake, Coffee Pot Spring, Chapman, and the Glenwood Canyon Resort. Consider visiting the nearby attractions that include the Eggleston Lake, Grand Messa, The town of Grand Junction, Highline Lake, Mack Mesa Lake, White River Plateau, The town of Glenwood Springs, and the Deep Creek Overlook.

For those who are looking for extremely impressive views, you need to go to the central part of the Rocky mountains that include parts like Arapaho, Routt, and the White River National Forest. You will also get to enjoy the scenic peaks and vistas of places like Gore Range, Medicine Bow Mountains, and Park Range.

You can choose to camp in one of these best choices such as Railroad Bridge Campground, Collegiate Peaks Campground, Cottonwood Lake Campground,  Elk Creek Campground and RV Park and Green Ridge on Shadow Mountain Lake. Some of these campsites do not only offer camping activities for tent and RV campers but also provide cabins and winter camping amenities and activities.

Camping in Colorado will enable you to enjoy a trip that is like no other. But of course, before you pack your camping tents and head out to the Rocky Mountains, be sure to have everything planned first so that you will have a safe and worthwhile camping trip.

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