Female telemarking next to yurt in Pearl Lake State Park during winter

Camping and Lodging

Colorado's state parks manage more than 4,000 campsites throughout th​e state.

Weekdays offer your pick of prime campsites, cabins or yurts and allow you time to explore and discover Colorado’s diverse landscapes and attractions.

Female telemarking next to yurt in Pearl Lake State Park during winter

Female telemarking next to yurt in Pearl Lake State Park during winter

Female telemarking next to yurt in Pearl Lake State Park during winter

Camping and Lodging

Colorado's state parks manage more than 4,000 campsites throughout th​e state.

Weekdays offer your pick of prime campsites, cabins or yurts and allow you time to explore and discover Colorado’s diverse landscapes and attractions.

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A family poses in front of the Glacier cabin at Sylvan Lake State Park.

A family poses in front of the Glacier cabin at Sylvan Lake State Park.

Lodging

Cabins

​​​​​Waking to a high-country morning in the comfort of a cabin nestled in a forest of aspen trees or along the shores of a high-mountain lake can become a reality with cabins at Colorado state parks. Cabins vary from rustic camper cabins to more luxurious cabins with indoor plumbing, bathrooms and kitchens. All cabins require a minimum two-night stay. 

Lakeside Cabins

There is nothing like staying just steps away from a lake, whether you want to fish, boat or just enjoy the gentle lapping of water on the shore. These cabins offer all of the adventure of staying at a Colorado state park with the added benefit of being waterfront.

Steamboat Lake cabin

Steamboat Lake State Park

Clark, Colorado

Steamboat Lake State Park offers cozy camper cabins that provide simple necessities and incredible views. Similar to a wooden tent — but with heat — furnishings are rustic, with either log or built-in beds, a small refrigerator, and a picnic table and firepit outside. Three of the cabins are just across the campground road from the lake.

A grill at the Sylvan Lake cabins

Sylvan Lake State Park

Eagle, Colorado

Sylvan Lake State Park has cabins with stunning views of the lake and high peaks. Rustic camper cabins are located just a few yards from Sylvan Lake and include front patios to enjoy the view. A premium cabin with three bedrooms, a kitchen and an indoor bathroom is also just a few steps away from the lake.

A cabin at State Forest State Park

State Forest State Park

Walden, Colorado

State Forest State Park offers cabins in a variety of locations around the park from forest to meadow, with rustic cabins lining the shore of North Michigan Reservoir. In addition to the rustic cabins that sleep up to four people, the large cabins are perfect for groups, sleeping up to 21 people.

Cabins for Groups

Looking for a place to host your next group getaway? Some Colorado state park cabins can accommodate groups of up to 21 people. The following parks offer group cabins:

  • Golden Gate Canyon State Park
  • Mueller State Park
  • State Forest State Park
  • Sylvan Lake State Park

Comfort in Nature

Harmsen Ranch Guest House
Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Golden, Colorado

In addition to the camper cabins nestled among the aspens, Golden Gate Canyon has a classic ranch house with four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a full kitchen. While pets are not allowed at the guest house, it does have a corral that can accommodate up to 20 horses.

Cabin interior at Navajo State Park
Navajo State Park

Arboles, Colorado

Navajo State Park has log cabins that are fully furnished with many of the conveniences of home, including restrooms with showers, heating in the winter, cooling in the summer, kitchen utensils, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. All cabins also have an outside picnic table and fire ring with a grill where you can enjoy the wildlife and views of the reservoir.

Cheyenne Mountain State Park sign
Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cheyenne Mountain State Park has cabins surrounded by scrub oak that have easy access to trails and the disc golf course. Cabins sleep six and are ADA accessible, providing universally accessible entrances, bathrooms and kitchen facilities.

Mueller State Park cabin
Mueller State Park

Divide, Colorado

Mueller State Park boasts premium cabins with stunning views of the forest and surrounding mountains. The cabins sleep four to eight people with multiple bedrooms, indoor bathrooms and full kitchens. All cabins have cozy fireplaces inside and private decks with stunning surroundings outside.

Rustic Retreats

Why take the time to pitch a tent when you can just bring your sleeping bags and enjoy a cozy stay in one of our rustic cabins? Rustic camper cabins provide a great jumping-off point for your visit, whether you are looking for adventure or to just soak in the peace of the park.

Sylvan Lake cabin

Sylvan Lake State Park

Eagle, Colorado

Sylvan Lake State Park has small, rustic cabins that sleep up to six people. The cabins have heat, solar lighting and decks with views of the surrounding peaks, and several cabins have views of the lake. In addition to the rustic cabins, there is a three-bedroom cabin with indoor plumbing and a full kitchen that overlooks the lake.

A cabin at Vega State Park

Vega State Park

Collbran, Colorado

Vega State Park's rustic cabins serve as a great jumping-off point for exploring the top of the Grand Mesa National Forest or recreating at Vega Reservoir. The cabins sleep six and have corrals adjacent to them — so bring your horse! Three of the cabins also allow pets.

Golden Gate Canyon cabin

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Golden, Colorado

Golden Gate Canyon State Park has rustic camper cabins nestled among aspen groves that sleep six and have lights, heat, and a grill and campfire ring outside. They are ideally located for exploring the park's many tree-lined trails. Four of the cabins allow pets for a small fee. There is also a historic ranch house with indoor plumbing and a full kitchen.

Pet-friendly Cabins

Some state parks allow pets in certain cabins or have corrals for horses. Please visit the webpage for the specific park for details.

Find a Pet-friendly Cabin

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Dogs

Traveling with your furry best friend? Many cabins offer pet-friendly accommodations for a small fee.

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Horses

Several state parks have corrals that allow your equine companion a safe space to stay.

Two people and a dog hiking at Stagecoach State Park

Activities

Explore the Park

There are plenty of adventures to have while staying at a Colorado state park. Enjoy hiking, trail riding, boating, picnicking, paddleboarding, bird watching, fishing and much more.