There really are a wide variety of campgrounds that are fabulous in and around Colorado Springs, but here are the absolute best camping spots near Colorado Springs!
1. Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Only 10 minutes from Downtown Colorado Springs but still out in the wilderness you get the best of both worlds. With 27 miles of hiking on 21 trails this campsite is the perfect place for active campers. Cheyenne Mountain State Park can be enjoyed all year round. You have hike, bike, view wildlife with over 28 miles of trails. If you’d rather sit by the fire and admire the Cheyenne Mountain that works too with beautiful mountain views. There is a fenced in playground for kids and pets are welcome as well. Wildlife is plentiful in the State Park with mule deer, wild turkeys, black-tailed prairie dogs, coyote, fox and red-tailed hawks. There are rattlesnakes in the warmer months so keep an eye out for the western prairie rattlesnake, which is the only poisonous snake in the park. These snakes tend to keep to themselves and give fair warning by using their rattle so don’t be overly concerned.
2. Mountaindale Cabins and RV Resort
Mountaindale Cabins and RV Resort is located just 15-20 minutes south of Colorado Springs. With 88 campsites and 4 cabins this is a booming camping community. The camp itself has all the amenities you need like a covered pavilion with two grills for large family gatherings and a small store for all the necessities. The best thing about Mountaindale is the lots sizes for each campsite is much larger than you find elsewhere. It can accommodate some of the largest RV’s with room to spare. Take advantage of the 45 acres in the park and small mountain you can hike. Check out the wildlife as well with photos on the website of deer, jackrabbits, squirrels, hummingbirds, finches, and even a red fox.
3. Garden of the Gods RV Resort
You can’t beat the view at Garden of the Gods RV Resort with amazing views of Pikes Peak right from camp. Just 4 miles southwest of downtown Colorado Springs you are near many of the local attractions like Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds and Pikes Peak. Bring the family because there are 2 heated pools, arcade and a dog park called the “Bark Park”.
4. Colorado Springs KOA Holiday
If you want to combine the camping feel with a resort feel than the Colorado Springs KOA has it all. Just 11 miles SE of downtown Colorado Springs you can set aside a few days to just stay at the campground to enjoy the activities, wagon rides, playground, dog park and water park. If you are bringing kids or grandkids this is a fun place to stay. There are scheduled activities including ice cream socials, wagon rides and a bubble park. After a day of hiking at Pikes Peak you can unwind in the hot tub. Something for everyone!
5. Peregrine Pines
If you are in the military or have served in the past then you have the opportunity of being able to stay at Peregrine Pines. Guests can also stay if sponsored by military personnel. Come stay right on the campus of the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. There are 105 RV sites and 10 tent sites. While staying you have to visit the famous Cadet Chapel and the Planetarium. There are hiking trails nearby at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Get your camera ready to take shots of mule deer, wild turkey, red fox or the rare jumping mouse that only lives in Colorado and Wyoming.
Honorable Mention: Black Tree Resort
The tagline for the Black Tree Resort is “Where roughing it isn’t so rough” and that is for sure. If you (or one of your family members) is not so excited about camping they might be thrilled to try Glamping (Glorified Camping). Share the same outdoor experiences but also sleep on a comfortable queen size bed and have your own private bathroom. You won’t be having charred hot dogs and canned beans because all the meals are provided as well… served on plates with cloth napkins to boot. Check it out for something a little different.
