Rocky Mountains National Park
What to do: Less than two hours from Denver, Rocky Mountains National Park
provides ample hiking opportunities and breathtaking views. With almost 400
miles of trails, there’s no shortage of hiking opportunities in this national
park. Sprague
Lake Loop and Chasm Lake
Trail offer amazing views of some of the bodies of water in the park.
Campsite options: When you’re tuckered out from exploring, there are
plenty of places to pull in with your RV and set up camp. Moraine Park
Campground is a visitor favourite, thanks to the panoramic scenery and
year-round availability.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
What to do: The deep gorge that is Black
Canyon of the Gunnison is an impressive work of nature millions of years in the
making. As a certified International Dark Sky Park, Black Canyon boasts
magnificent starry landscapes for visitors to take in.
Campsite options: To soak in the beauty of the park while you recharge,
South Rim Campground is a great place to be. For more amenities, including full
hookups, check out Cedar Creek RV Park.
Mesa Verde National Park
What to do: Mesa Verde National Park is
known for the thousands of archeological sites that are preserved within it.
Ancient dwellings such as Cliff palace feature hundreds of rooms that visitors
can explore. Be sure to pack binoculars; some of the sites can only be viewed
from a distance.
Campsite options: Whether you spent the day hiking, exploring or
learning from park rangers, you’ll want a great place to rest There’s only one
campground inside the park—Morefield Campground.
Great Sand Dunes National Park
What to do: The photography opportunities at
Great Sand Dunes will make you glad you packed the camera. You can capture the amazing sunset or snap pics of your
companions hanging out around the dunes. Plus, the spring and start of summer
offer a chance to enjoy the peaceful waves in Medano Creek.
Campsite options: Oasis Campground is a seasonal site that offers
amenities like electric hookups and a grocery store. Oh, and did we mention
that Oasis offers sandboard rentals? Let the fun begin.
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Posted by: Cruise America & Canada RV Rentals Inc
Posted on: 07/05/2026