Colorado Springs RV Parks
Colorado Springs is the state's second-largest city. As such, visitors not only get close to Rocky Mountain nature and amazing vistas, but they're also near big-city amenities, restaurants and things to do — the area is home to more than 50 family-friendly attractions, which are sure to keep vacationers of all stripes occupied.
Where to Stay: The Colorado Springs KOA offers several Fountain Creek-front sites with patios, grills and chimineas. A convenience store, laundry and Wi-Fi keep you as connected as you want to be in a Colorado RV park. Meanwhile, Pikes Peak RV Park in nearby Manitou Springs is situated in the shadow of the iconic mountain near popular attractions like Garden of the Gods.
See Nearby: Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, Manitou Springs, U.S. Olympic Training Center, Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Cripple Creek, Royal Gorge and Cañon City
Estes Park
Tucked at the eastern entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park is the gateway to all the activities the enormous alpine wonderland has to offer. But with hundreds of shops and restaurants and an impressive event calendar, the city is truly a standalone attraction. Stroll the picturesque downtown area, duck into Snowy Peaks Winery for a glass of vino or launch a canoe on Lake Estes.
Where to Stay: Elk Meadow Lodge/RV Park offers easy access to the national park and a mix of perfect-for-the-family amenities, including miniature golf, a heated swimming pool and hot tub, plus a playground and game room.
See Nearby: Rocky Mountain National Park, Stanley Hotel, Trail Ridge Road, Eldora Mountain Resort, Nederland
Ridgway State Park
Once you take in the sweeping views of jutting peaks, lush forests and sparkling, blue waters, you’ll know why the nearby town of Ouray is nicknamed the “Switzerland of America.” Spend some time on Ridgway State Park’s reservoir, which is 5 miles long and a popular place for wakeboarding, waterskiing, windsurfing and boating. The park also features volleyball courts, sandy beaches, 14 miles of hiking trails and nearly 90 picnicking sites.
Where to Stay: Dakota Terraces Campground is the only campground in the park that offers year-round RV camping sites, complete with electrical hookups, shared water and a dump station.
See Nearby: Box Cañon Falls, Ouray Hot Springs Pool, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, San Juan Skyway
Roosevelt National Forest
Escape the crowds and experience rugged wilderness in Roosevelt National Forest, where rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking and wildlife viewing await. This forest is also where you’ll find Cache La Poudre River, Colorado’s only designated National Wild and Scenic River, where you can fit in a peaceful afternoon of fly-fishing or an action-packed rafting trip down Class IV rapids.
Where to Stay: Fort Collins Lakeside KOA is located about an hour away. The RV park comes with electrical hookups, Wi-Fi, cable TV and a seasonal swimming pool.
See Nearby: Red Feather Lakes, New Belgium Brewery, Cache La Poudre-North Park scenic byway