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Riverside (CO)

Riverside Campground
Riverside Campground

Featured amenities

Parking
Restrooms
River Access

About Riverside (CO)

Riverside Campground lies across the road form South Platte River, providing a scenic base camp for fishing, hiking and rock climbing. The campground is tucked in the Eleven Mile Canyon, a delightful place to view polished granite walls surrounding the open valley of the river. Wildlife is abundant in the surrounding areas, with opportunities to see elk, mule deer, chipmunks and porcupines.

Number of accommodations: 17

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 11

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Restrooms
River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

17 Sites Available

Site
Price
002, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
004, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
006, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: RIVERSIDE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: RIVERSIDE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: RIVERSIDE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: RIVERSIDE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: RIVERSIDE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: RIVERSIDE
No Hookups
Price not available
014, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
015, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
016, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
017, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
018, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
019, Loop: RIVERSIDE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (184)

What Guests Are Saying

Riverside campground is praised for its clean facilities, beautiful scenery, and friendly hosts, making it a popular choice for campers, especially those who enjoy fishing. While some reviews mention issues like overcrowding, limited privacy, and occasional cleanliness problems in the bathrooms, the overall atmosphere remains positive. Campers appreciate the calm river, reasonable fees, and pleasant environment, despite some challenges related to site access and lack of water amenities.

Review Summary

4.3
184 reviews
5
59.8%
110
4
19.6%
36
3
12.0%
22
2
5.4%
10
1
3.3%
6

John S

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 011, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Site was clean and level. Campground host was very friendly and helpful. Campground was quite. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Jacqueline W

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Extremely beautiful campsite and area, had a nice fire pit too. The only thing was that we had to walk a little ways to our campsite but that was no big deal. You can really see the stars out there and you could hear the rushing water from our campsite at least.

John S

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 011, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Site was clean and level. Campground host was very friendly and helpful. Campground was quite. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Jacqueline W

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Extremely beautiful campsite and area, had a nice fire pit too. The only thing was that we had to walk a little ways to our campsite but that was no big deal. You can really see the stars out there and you could hear the rushing water from our campsite at least.

Location Riverside (CO)

Address:
P.O. Box 74
Lake George, CO, 80827
United States

Highway access

Riverside Campground is located approximately 12 miles from US Highway 24, which provides access to the area.

Latitude & Longitude: 38.9439 / -105.441

Elevation: 2765 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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