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Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

12 total sites

About West Chicago Creek

West Chicago Creek Campground sits along its namesake creek at the base of Mount Blue Sky and is located off Highway 103 on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in central Colorado. It is a popular facility for hiking and fishing enthusiasts.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 011, Loop: WEST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 012, Loop: WEST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 013, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 016, Loop: WEST RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (206)

What Guests Are Saying

West Chicago Creek Campground offers a beautiful, quiet setting with clean facilities and a friendly camp host, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. Many reviewers appreciated the close proximity to the creek and hiking trails, along with the campground's well-maintained sites. While some noted the close spacing of sites and occasional bathroom odors, overall experiences were positive, with many campers eager to return.

Review Summary

4.5
206 reviews
5
68.0%
140
4
19.9%
41
3
5.3%
11
2
3.9%
8
1
2.9%
6

Carolyn W

Verified

September 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: WEST

5

I love this campground! Tucked out of the way, it's always clean and quiet. Restrooms were also clean, no real smell (pit toilets, so it's never no smell). The bear boxes were big enough to hold all our snacks for the weekend, and the spot had enough space for all three tents.

The creek behind the site is great for hiking, and it's close enough to Idaho Springs for day trips.

Tiffany P

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: WEST

5

This campground is conveniently located for both blue sky and guanella pass. Facilities were clean and well kept. Campsites are a little cramp- you are kind of right on top of your neighbors, so noise and solitude might be a problem. Easy to find sites and camp host did rounds regularly. Would stay here again!

Lisa H

Verified

August 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: WEST

3

Camp host was super kind and friendly. Made sure we knew no wood burning fires were allowed (fire pit was tied off as an extra precaution) and how to properly use the provided bear box. Bathrooms were clean. Sites were so close together that we could hear full conversations. Our tent site was slanted and rocky which was tricky. Most other campgrounds we've been to have level tent pads. Georgeous area and nice to be close to Mt. Blue Sky. Just a few unfortunate things that make us unlikely to return.

Dan B

Verified

August 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: WEST

5

What great memories made. 2nd time at this campground. James the camp host is an amazing guy and keeps the grounds clean and peaceful!

Rebecca K

Verified

July 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: WEST

4

The center loop site are very close to neighbors but we had a great time! Walk down the hill to play in the creek (good for kids). Lots of shade at the site and big enough for two large tents.

Heidi B

Verified

July 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: WEST

4

A small campground that is quiet and so peaceful! The road to get to it is dirt but well maintained (does have a few switchback turns so be mindful if you have a long camper). The host was incredibly friendly and helpful!
Our only “ick” was the smell of the bathrooms when the wind was blowing towards us. Nothing can be done about it-it’s just the way it is but just something we noticed a few times.
Highly recommend a stay here!

Steven S

Verified

July 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: WEST

4

nice quiet campground, #7 has little shade, wish they had water

Lisa B

Verified

July 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: WEST

5

Beautiful little, quiet campground sitting in an aspen grove. You can hear the creek at your campsite. I saw moose and lots of hummingbirds. The campground host is a nice guy, helpful and friendly.

Susan B

Verified

July 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: WEST

4

We always enjoy West Chicago Creek campground. It is always clean and very peaceful. Restroom are clean. Our campsite was close to the creek. We arrange our trip in the middle of the week so the campground is usually very quiet. It is our go to place when we just want to get away from the city for some peace and quiet

Dale C

Verified

July 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: WEST

5

This is a great place for a quick getaway from the City. Just about an hour away but feels fully disconnected at the campground, the sounds of the creek are a great bonus for relaxing .Not many sites and probably small for longer trailers and RV’s. Idaho Springs is really close as well as some hiking right out of the campground. 2nd time here and we will be back.

Location & Directions for West Chicago Creek

9054 U.S Hwy 285, Morrison, CO 80465 United States

Elevation: 2,929 ft

Getting There

I-70 westbound, Idaho Springs exit #240 - Hwy 103. Go south for 6.5 mi and turn right on southwest Forest Service Road 188 (West Chicago Creek Road). Go 3 mi to campground. The last mile of dirt/gravel road is one lane with pull over's and contain...

Nearest town

Morrison, CO - 32 mi

About 42 min to downtown

Highway access

West Chicago Creek is accessible via US Highway 6, approximately 10 miles to the north, and Interstate 70, roughly 15 miles to the west.

Policies & Rules

Utilities

  • Guests must bring their own water as the well is not functioning and RV connections are unavailable.

Site capacity

  • There are limited sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Guests must remain on their reserved site; site swapping is not permitted.
  • Tents must be placed on designated pads; RVs and trailers must use the parking spur, with no off-road parking allowed.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Keep your campsite clean and do not store food in your tent to ensure safety from bears.

General

  • https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp to learn more about the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland.
  • This is a busy place and site swapping is not allowed.

Site types & loops

  • Off-highway vehicles (OHVs) are not permitted in the campground as there are no trails available.

Fires & fuel

  • To protect the environment, do not move firewood; buy it locally and burn it on-site.
  • Campfires and charcoal fires may be prohibited during hot, dry weather due to fire restrictions.

Fees & deposits

  • An extra vehicle fee of $8.00 per night applies for additional vehicles beyond the first included vehicle.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation modifications must be done through Recreation.gov before your arrival; changes cannot be made after check-in.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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