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North Sterling
Overview
North Sterling State Park offers a unique high-plains escape centered around a sprawling 3,000-acre reservoir. Situated in the northeast corner of Colorado, this destination provides a serene contrast to the rugged mountains, featuring wide-open horizons and vibrant sunsets. It serves as an essential oasis for water enthusiasts and nature lovers looking for a quieter, more expansive landscape that feels miles away from the urban bustle.
Location & Surroundings
Located just north of the city of Sterling, the park is characterized by its rolling prairie grasslands and majestic sandstone bluffs. The surrounding environment is relatively flat, offering unobstructed views of the Colorado sky that are perfect for evening stargazing. RVers will appreciate the sense of seclusion provided by the vast eastern plains, where the sounds of the wind and native wildlife create a truly peaceful camping atmosphere.
Amenities & Park Features
The park features three distinct campgrounds—Elks, Chimney View, and Inlet—providing a variety of camping experiences across over 100 sites. Many of these sites offer electrical hookups suitable for modern rigs, while the park also provides access to coin-operated showers and a convenient dump station. Guests can enjoy the seasonal swim beach, well-maintained boat ramps, and an informative visitor center that explains the local high-plains ecosystem.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor recreation is the primary draw, with the reservoir offering excellent opportunities for boating and trophy fishing for species like walleye, wiper, and catfish. On land, visitors can explore several miles of hiking and biking trails that wind through the rugged bluffs. Nearby, the town of Sterling features the Overland Trail Museum, which offers a fascinating look into the region's pioneer history and local heritage along the South Platte River.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal match for travelers who enjoy water-based recreation and those seeking a peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere. It is particularly well-suited for bird watchers and wildlife photographers who want to capture the unique beauty of the high plains. Whether you are a family looking for a weekend at the beach or a cross-country traveler needing a scenic prairie stopover, North Sterling provides a refreshing and spacious environment.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Alyssah Hahn
Beautiful and quiet. Saw a lot of different wildlife species and cool animal footage printa
Kathleen V
Nice views clean beach, clean bathrooms and nice camping sites. Could improve-terrible directions markers. Some are good on the way but then it gets difficult.
Austin Perry
Our favorite place! We stayed here 4 years ago and decided to make this place a stop over on our trip this year to the redwoods. We stayed on a Tuesday so it was as if we were the only ones there. There were about 6 RVs total. Even if it has been packed each site is huge and has amazing views. It was so peaceful waking up to the sounds of birds. I highly recommend staying here! Well maintained, has swimming but a storm came through so we couldn't swim. It was peaceful waking through both campsites after the storm.
J P
We spent all day at this lake boating and fishing. It is beautiful with Lots of wildlife as well as an incredible amount of space to explore. The fact that it is NOT a no-wake lake doesn't seem to bother the fishing much as most of the boaters see your pole in the water, and stay a respectable distance away. Not to mention, I love letting my boat play a little harder than usual too… Unfortunately, however, we didn't catch many fish- that is the only reason why I am not giving it five stars. UPDATE- it’s been five years since that review and now it is 5 stars. Did you see the wiper I caught?
irene Gardner
we had site number 42 by the reservoir. It was a beautiful sunset. I would stay there again. There is limited shade. The bathrooms were very well kept.