Riverside Campground
Riverside Campground

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access

Available sites

17 total sites

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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access 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

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17 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 002, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 003, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 004, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 006, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
🚐 007, Loop: RIVERSIDE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 009, Loop: RIVERSIDE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 010, Loop: RIVERSIDE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 011, Loop: RIVERSIDE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 012, Loop: RIVERSIDE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 013, Loop: RIVERSIDE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
⛺ 014, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 015, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 016, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 017, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 018, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 019, Loop: RIVERSIDE Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews (207)

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
207 reviews
5
60.4%
125
4
20.8%
43
3
11.1%
23
2
4.8%
10
1
2.9%
6

Nicki S

Verified

August 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

We love this campground. We always take over a bunch of spots because our dog needs her space away from other dogs, and it is always so much fun and just perfect for our group. We love being so close to the river!
A special shout out to Deb and her work on the bathrooms here. They were truly AMAZINGLY CLEAN. Not one bug. Smelled great. So clean... never have I seen another campground bathroom like this one. It was actually perfectly pleasant using the facilities here. Not a totally gross, hold your breath the whole time, disgusting experience. REALLY AWESOME. She is the best.

Melanie D

Verified

July 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: RIVERSIDE

4

I liked being close to the entrance. We usually camp in Spillway & have always wanted to try Riverside. Loved it! The host was sweet & helpful, the restrooms were always spotless & stocked. This is my new favorite campground.

Heidi W

Verified

July 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

This is a beautiful campground. It is across the road from the river - quiet, scenic and lots to explore.

Cole H

Verified

July 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Great campground at the base of the canyon. Camp host was super kind and offered us plenty of info.

Quite a bit of noise from early morning traffic from people fishing, but not the end of the world.

Marah A

Verified

July 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: RIVERSIDE

4

By far the best spot for views and privacy.
My 3rd year camping here and it never disappoints. HOWEVER! Be prepared to work! You have to haul all your stuff up and down the hill and even if you bring a wagon, the path up there is not so friendly. It gets quite exhausting.

george g

Verified

July 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: RIVERSIDE

4

Mostly good experience. Access to stream fishing. Well maintained sites and clean restrooms. Disappointed in access road traffic; very dusty road and speed of users.
Please respect campers when passing campsites.

Constance H

Verified

July 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Always lovely, peaceful, perfect.

Steve U

Verified

June 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: RIVERSIDE

3

It would be nice to have electricity. It was very hot and needed to use our generator… into the evening. The camp host made sure we turned it off at 10pm (walking over at 9:55 to tell us 🤪). This was our first time at this location …It’s a busy dusty road way into the night.

Susan W

Verified

June 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

Easy to find, well maintained and comfortable. Just across the road is the peaceful river with a variety of birds, people fishing, a few benches to relax on. Had a nice interaction with camp host, Deb, who keeps the vault toilets pristine. Appreciate the hook in the WC, some campgrounds don't have that and it's convenient for changing. I also appreciate reservability. I wish more of Colorado's small, basic campgrounds had reservable sites like Riverside does!

James A

Verified

June 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: RIVERSIDE

5

My trip to Riverside was very good. The host was helpful by answering my questions. I had a good time fishing at various spots on the S. Platte. I'll be back to Riverside. TYhanks

Location & Directions for Riverside (CO)

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

Elevation: 2,765 ft

Getting There

From Lake George, turn off Highway 24 onto County Road 96. Follow the road for about one mile. Turn right at Eleven Mile Canyon entrance.  Riverside Campground is located on the left side, not far from Eleven Mile Canyon entrance.

Nearest town

Lake George, CO - 9.1 mi

About 19 min to downtown

Highway access

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

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Last updated: October 17, 2026

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