Best camping near Jefferson
34 campgrounds · 34 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Jefferson, Colorado — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 34 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Round Mountain
Good
16.0 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Round Mountain camping area is located in the state of Colorado and offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground provides basic facilities such as picnic tables, fire…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 48 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Green Mountain
Good
11.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Green Mountain camping area in Colorado offers a delightful retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of the state, this campground provides a range of…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Green Mountain Campground
Good
11.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Green Mountain Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the beautiful state of Colorado. Nestled in nature's lap, it offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors'…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Meadows Group Campground
Good
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Meadows Group Campground, located in Colorado, is a stunning camping area surrounded by nature's beauty. This campground offers various amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. It…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Buffalo
Good
12.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
The Buffalo Camping Area in Colorado offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Activities nearby include hiking, fishing, and mountain biking. The campground…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Happy Meadows
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
Happy Meadows camping area is a serene and picturesque campground located in the beautiful state of Colorado. Situated in an idyllic location, this camping area offers a range of…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 47 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Happy Meadows Campground
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
Happy Meadows Campground is a scenic camping area located in the state of Colorado. Situated amidst the natural beauty of the region, this campground offers a range of amenities…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 47 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#8
Xanadu
Good
14.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Xanadu camping area, located in the beautiful state of Colorado, offers a serene natural environment for campers to enjoy. This campground provides a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Deer Creek
Good
18.0 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Fire Weather Watch — elevated fire risk· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Deer Creek camping area in Colorado offers a serene and picturesque outdoor experience. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, the campground provides various amenities to…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Meridian
Good
18.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Fire Weather Watch — elevated fire risk· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Meridian camping area, located in the state of Colorado, offers campers a serene and picturesque outdoor experience. The campground is equipped with a range of amenities to…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Meridian Campground
Good
18.2 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Fire Weather Watch — elevated fire risk· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Meridian Campground is a popular camping area located in the state of Colorado. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. There are…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Ouzel Campground
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Ouzel Campground is a picturesque camping area located in Colorado. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors' camping experience. With a total of 24…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Ouzel
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Ouzel Camping Area is a scenic campground located in the state of Colorado. It offers a range of amenities to make campers' stay comfortable and enjoyable. The campground provides…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Kelsey Campground
Good
15.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Kelsey Campground in Colorado offers 17 established, first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations required. Fees are typically around $22 per night. Amenities include vault…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Kelsey
Good
15.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Kelsey Campground, near Lake George, Colorado, offers 17 established campsites in a ponderosa pine forest with scenic views of South Park. Sites include picnic tables, fire rings…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Jefferson
The Jefferson area has 34 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Jefferson
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.