Pet-friendly campgrounds near Manitou Springs, Colorado, United States

Davenport Campground was one of the first Forest Service campgrounds, and is near the now-abandoned Squirrel Creek Campground, the very first Forest Service campground in the country. In 2010, Davenport was rebuilt to evoke the original 1920s des...

Buffalo Springs Campground is located in the San Isabel National Forest, featuring a scenic rolling hillside. It offers a perfect environment for various outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, horseback riding, and rock climbing.

Kenosha Pass Campground is a small, popular site for backpackers on the Colorado Trail and families seeking a scenic retreat. It features the Kenosha Pass Interpretive Area, which includes an accessible trail highlighting wetlands and railroad his...

La Vista Campground is situated in a meadow overlooking the west side of the 40-acre Lake Isabel. It is set along the Frontier Pathways and Historic Byway in the Wet Mountains along one of the Colorado Birding Trails. Lake Isabel is one of the ...

Southside Campground is a small RV facility situated in the Wet Mountains by Lake Isabel. The popular recreation area offers a selection of hiking trails and great fishing and paddle boating on Lake Isabel. Lake Isabel was built by the Civilian...

Nestled among aspen and tall Douglas fir trees, St. Charles Campground is in a quiet part of the Lake Isabel Recreation Area. Located on the banks of St. Charles Creek, the campground is popular with campers who enjoy the sounds of water tumbling ...

Burning Bear Campground, situated at 9,813 feet in the Pike and San Isabel National Forest, provides a cool retreat during Colorado's summer. Located along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, it offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, sce...

Spruce Group Campground, located in the Lake Isabel Recreation Area, is a great place to bring groups for picnicking and camping on the scenic Lake Isabel. The campground accommodates 50 guests for day-use and 40 guests for overnight camping. Some...

Aspen Campground is ideal for campers seeking relaxation and outdoor activities like hiking and fishing near Jefferson Creek, close to Jefferson Lake. The lake, situated at 10,685 feet elevation, is surrounded by towering peaks. The campground als...

Lodgepole Campground is a scenic creekside spot near Jefferson Lake, situated at 10,685 feet elevation and surrounded by towering peaks. It offers excellent fishing opportunities in both the creek and the lake. The campground also provides access ...

Alvarado Campground, located at an elevation of 9,000 ft., is a prime location for accessing easy to challenging hikes in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. The variety of trails lead to high elevation lakes, picturesque waterfalls, and a number of ...

Jefferson Creek is an ideal camping spot for anglers seeking beautiful mountain views and easy access to fishing in both the creek and nearby Jefferson Lake. The lake, situated at 10,685 feet elevation, is surrounded by towering peaks. Additionall...

Echo Lake Campground is situated in central Colorado's Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, near Echo Lake and Mount Blue Sky. It offers activities such as hiking, fishing, and scenic drives, particularly along Mount Evans Road.

Horseshoe Campground is located by a creek in a grassy meadow surrounded by various tree species in the San Isabel National Forest. The campground features trees that offer privacy between campsites. It is situated at the base of Sheep Mountain.

West Chicago Creek Campground is located at the base of Mount Blue Sky in central Colorado, along West Chicago Creek and off Highway 103. It is part of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. The campground is popular among hiking and fishing ...

Mount Princeton Campground, situated in Chalk Creek Canyon, Colorado, is a popular destination near a private hot springs resort. Due to its popularity, sites may fill quickly, often by Thursday or Friday, so visitors should plan ahead. "First com...

Chalk Lake Campground is situated in Chaffee County, Colorado, near Chalk Lake and close to a hot springs resort, offering a great spot for relaxation. It operates on a "first come, first served" basis, but spots can fill up quickly, often startin...

Cascade Campground in Chaffee County, Colorado, is a popular site near Cascade Falls and a private hot springs resort, ideal for relaxation. It operates on a "first come, first served" basis, but availability is not guaranteed, especially on weeke...

The Forest Service is seeking feedback on reserving sites at O'Haver Lake Campground through a brief survey. Located at 9,200 feet, the campground features 31 sites amid ponderosa pines and aspen, and is a popular weekend destination that often fi...