Highest-rated campgrounds in the Boulder area by visitors

Camping is a favorite leisure activity among Americans of all stripes. According to , the number of camping households in the United States has increased by 67% over the last decade. As of this year, 1 in 4 leisure trips involves camping.

When planning a camping trip, many factors must be considered, including the amenities. Car camping usually means driving up to your campsite, which allows campers to haul a few more amenities to the campgrounds. These sites may offer electrical outlets, public restrooms (including showers), and a grill or fire pit for cooking. RV camping and cabin rentals may also have these amenities within their units.

On the other side, backcountry or primitive camping usually involves hiking into a campsite with few to no amenities. For example, at primitive sites, campers may need equipment light enough to carry to their campgrounds. They may also need to hang toiletries to keep wildlife away and treat their drinking water.

The National Park Service manages campgrounds inside 130 park units across the United States. Each state also manages parks with campgrounds, and there are a myriad of privately-owned campgrounds, too. According to the Camping & Outdoor Hospitality report, more than half of people tend to camp within 150 miles of their home, but there are endless options for where and how to camp.

People typically must reserve a campsite ahead of time鈥攗p to a year in advance for some of the most popular sites. To help you get a head start on planning, compiled a list of the highest-rated campgrounds in the Boulder area using data from as of Aug. 19, 2025. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

Chief Hosa Lodge & Campground

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#12. Chief Hosa Lodge & Campground

- Rating: 2.6/5 (34 reviews)
- Address: 27661 Genesee Drive Golden, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds
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Riverview Rv Park & Campground

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#11. Riverview Rv Park & Campground

- Rating: 2.7/5 (56 reviews)
- Address: 2444 River Rim Road Loveland, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds, RV Parks
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Rainbow Roundup Trout Ranch

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#10. Rainbow Roundup Trout Ranch

- Rating: 2.9/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 12833 South Elk Creek Road Pine, Colorado
- Categories: Fishing, Campgrounds
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Manor RV Park

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#9. Manor RV Park

- Rating: 3.2/5 (39 reviews)
- Address: 815 Riverside Drive Estes Park, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds, Guest Houses
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Central City KOA

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#8. Central City KOA

- Rating: 3.2/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: Central City, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds
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Estes Park Campground at East Portal

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#7. Estes Park Campground at East Portal

- Rating: 3.3/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 3420 Tunnel Road Estes Park, Colorado
- Categories: Parks, Campgrounds
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Estes Park KOA Campground

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#6. Estes Park KOA Campground

- Rating: 3.4/5 (56 reviews)
- Address: 2051 Big Thompson Ave. Estes Park, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds, RV Parks
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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park

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#5. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park

- Rating: 3.6/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5495 US Hwy 36 Estes Park, Colorado
- Categories: Hotels, Campgrounds, RV Parks
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Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon

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#4. Base Camp at Golden Gate Canyon

- Rating: 3.7/5 (32 reviews)
- Address: 661 Hwy 46 Black Hawk, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds
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Denver West / Central City KOA

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#3. Denver West / Central City KOA

- Rating: 3.7/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 605 Lake Gulch Road Co Road 6 Central City, Colorado
- Categories: RV Parks, Campgrounds
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Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake

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#2. Estes Park Campground at Mary's Lake

- Rating: 3.9/5 (36 reviews)
- Address: 2120 Mary's Lake Road Estes Park, Colorado
- Categories: Campgrounds
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Hessie Trailhead

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#1. Hessie Trailhead

- Rating: 4.8/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: Indian Peaks Wilderness Nederland, Colorado
- Categories: Hiking, Parks, Campgrounds
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Madison Troyer, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 199 metros.

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