around lake and good hiking trails
2007-01-18 03:58:50 · 5 answers · asked by longtripa 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Denver
Backpacking? Rocky Mountain National Park, hands down. Lotta visitors to the park, few camp, even fewer backpack. A few miles off the road gets you away from the crowds. Not away from everyone, but the scenery is worth it. You may need reservations, because it's that good. June or September would be better for crowds than July/August.
http://www.nps.gov/archive/romo/visit/park/camping.html
Car camping? Nederland area, maybe Rainbow Lakes.
"Six miles north of Nederland off Highway 72, then left on turnoff for University of Colorado Mountain Research Station. Six miles to campground over a poorly maintained, bumpy road. Rustic. Wilderness access. Open late May through early September. 18 sites. USFS fee. (800) 280-CAMP."
http://www.nederlandchamber.org/info/camp.htm
2007-01-18 06:20:16 · answer #1 · answered by Bob 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take Mt Evans Rd. There are several primitive sites all within 2 hrs of Denver. You just take 1-70 west from Denver, get off at Mt Evans Rd and follow the directions. Be aware it does get cold at night and can snow anytime of the year, so take precautions. Have a great time. Peace.
2007-01-19 06:48:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gross Reservior, You'll love it it's like city park next to a lake.
If want to find a place to pitch a tent get there on wednesday,
bring a 6' security fence and you'll have some privacy.
In other words doing anything in Colorado outdoors these days
could best be enjoyed in your own back-yard. What a joke
primitive camping in Colorado - This isn't 1975!!! Sorry, best plan on staying home....
2007-01-19 08:25:39 · answer #3 · answered by joseph b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turquoise Lake near Leadville.
2007-01-19 11:45:29 · answer #4 · answered by Sara D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Meadow Creek north of Frasier
2007-01-19 07:28:26 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋