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Cherry Creek
Overview
Overview
Cherry Creek State Park offers a unique blend of wilderness and convenience right in the heart of Aurora, Colorado. This sprawling park serves as an urban oasis for RVers who want to remain close to the amenities of the Denver metropolitan area while enjoying the peace of a natural setting. With over 100 campsites available, it provides a quiet escape for those traveling in motorhomes, travel trailers, or fifth wheels who appreciate expansive, open landscapes.
Location & Surroundings
The park is situated strategically in Aurora, making it an excellent base camp for exploring both the city and the nearby Rocky Mountain front range. The surrounding prairie terrain offers stunning views of the mountains, especially during sunrise and sunset. Its proximity to major highways ensures that visitors can easily reach central Denver for shopping or dining, while still feeling disconnected from the noise and bustle of daily city traffic.
Amenities & Park Features
Visitors will find the campgrounds well-equipped for a comfortable stay. Each site includes full hookups to accommodate modern travel needs. The park features paved roads throughout the campground, which is helpful for larger rigs. Additional facilities include clean restroom and shower houses, a dump station for convenience, and access to a massive reservoir where water activities are popular among summer guests looking to cool off after a drive.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw for many visitors is the expansive Cherry Creek Reservoir, which hosts a variety of activities including boating, fishing, and swimming during the warmer months. For those who prefer land-based recreation, the park boasts a vast network of trails perfect for hiking, biking, or peaceful birdwatching. Just a short drive away, you can explore the extensive shopping centers of Aurora or take a quick trip into Denver for museums and professional sports.
Who This Park Is Best For
Cherry Creek State Park is ideal for nature-loving travelers who refuse to sacrifice accessibility. It is a fantastic choice for families and retirees alike who appreciate having water access and hiking trails right outside their door. If your travel style focuses on balancing outdoor adventures with easy access to city services, this location provides the perfect midpoint between a remote mountain experience and a convenient urban stay.
Features & Amenities
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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Reviews
Kyle Otto
My wife and nephew and I went hiking here and really enjoyed it! The entrance to this place is close to main roads but felt like we were in a remote wilderness area after only a few minutes of walking on the trail! Beautiful, lush green woods shade much of the trails, and a lovely wooden bridge crosses a placid creek and offers a peaceful and serene scene surrounded by colorful natural foliage that is easily accessible. Trail quality: Trails are excellent, some dirt with minimal elevation changes and few signs of erosion, and some concrete pathways closer to the restrooms, about a mile from the entrance, where paths diverge away from the wooded areas. There are clearly marked maps at the entrance to the trail system from the roadside parking lot as well as paper maps available at one centralized map close to the restrooms. Clothing/equipment recommendations: We did not need hiking boots and were fine wearing tennis shoes for this hike/walk. Bring water and sun protection (sunscreen/hat) if you plan to hike extensively, as parts of the trail system is unshaded. Summary: Highly recommend for a short, low-intensity day hike that requires little preparation or equipment.
Rachel McGinnis
Went paddle boarding here with some girlfriends. We had a great time! Easy to find parking and a great beach to launch off of at the swim beach. There are nice bathrooms near by and even a spot to rinse off your feet by the bathrooms.
Cashlin Snow
Just went here with my 3 yr old. We played in the sand, waded in the water, and I went for a long walk around the entire park. There's a very small playground at the farthest beach. Lots of toilets all around the park. Beautiful place and really nice, paved trail perfect for strollers! Will be back soon!
Steve “Stevie G.” Gallegos
Cherry Creek State Park is a hidden gem. Beautiful well maintained trails both on and off pavement. Plenty of shade, plenty of places to picnic, and the highlight for me as a professional photographer...OMG where do I begin? Eagles, Heron, Pelicans, Ducks, Geese, Seagulls, Sandpipers, Cormorant, and the list goes on an on and on! Plenty of human animals too! Hoping this remains a hidden gem, but if you are reading this, consider yourself an insider. But...as an insider you now owe it to your self to go and enjoy! #timetoyellcut!
Peterson Toscano
I needed nature. Indoors for three days, I needed to stretch and move. They say it is good for the parasympathetic nervous system. I don't know about that, but I felt flattened out and stiff. I was not prepared for the gorgeous prairie with the grasses and occasional wetlands populated by birds. Cherry Creek would take weeks to explore and enjoy, and then there is boating in the summer months and a model plane field where a teen attempted to fire a rocket 🚀 but we never saw the launch. It didn't matter, the views and the breezes revived me and then, darting across the road, I saw a coyote, something rare and exotic to someone from the Northeast. Bring a lunch. Walk. Chill. Enjoy