Thursday, January 29, 2015

The Best Camping In Colorado

By Ines Flores


Spending a vacation roughing it in the woods or in any other wilderness area is an adventure that appeals to much of the American population. Some people camp out in tents while others bring trailers or have camper shells installed on their pickups. Regardless of your chosen method of habitat you can find some of this country's best camping in Colorado.

Regardless of when you decide to visit this state you will find sites designed to accommodate campers. Most camp grounds are open all year and have activities scheduled for each season. You will find swimming pools and picnic areas available for summer months and open pits for bonfires for the coldest months. You can also reserve a cabin in some of the locations and enjoy the fireplace and warmth of multiple comforters at bed time.

In addition to these things you can look forward to visiting specific areas of this state. Many offer high desert activities such as cross country skiing, equestrian trails and visits to archaeological digs. Here you will be able to follow in the footprints of dinosaurs and hike the trails they used while migrating to and from feeding zones.

There are many white water areas in the rivers of this state. Rafting in these areas is very popular and guided tours are available. The rivers also cut a path through millions of years of soil displaying the history of this land. Fishing for pike and trout in the rivers can produce record breaking fish. Visitors are also able to take leisurely cruises down the rivers for sightseeing or photography opportunities.

There are numerous lakes and rivers that help create areas that house the nearly four thousand camp sites in this state. The lakes will provide you with canoe rides over glassy waters and views of Mount Evans and the highest peaks of the Rocky Mountains. You will find over ninety three miles of sandy beaches on the Gunnison River banks providing wilderness camping and water sports of every nature.

Many camp grounds offer a more urban atmosphere by providing community rooms and common areas that offer picnic and bar b ques areas. The community rooms may supply a complete kitchen for those who want to feed more than a few people. Showers and laundry facilities are also available at these sites for use by guests. Many are located within thirty miles of shopping areas where guests can shop or enjoy an evening out on the town. These sites usually offer discounted rates for long term guests with reasonable weekly rates to accommodate the campers.

While touring the wild lands that have camp areas available you can schedule guided tours of cabins belonging to early American legends who lived here. Wild Bill McKinney's cabin is one site and the location of one of Quantrill's Raiders hideouts is another historic site available for touring. There are also tours of the remnants of the original Santa Fe Trail that brought settlers to the wild west for homesteading ranches and farms.

This area is almost entirely pet friendly and many sites offer doggy day care while you are off exploring the area. Having the opportunity to spend quality time with your family while vacationing in an area that welcomes families and pets may allow you and your family time to bond and become closer than you can imagine.




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