Cherry Creek State Park
Open year-round. Stage 2 fire restrictions currently in effect: propane grills and firepits permitted, no open burning, fireworks, or charcoal grills. Dump station closed November 1 through March 31. Showers and laundry facilities may have reduced availability during winter months. Reservations required.
Heat Advisory issued August 7 at 4:01AM MDT until August 8 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
* WHAT...Hot temperatures ranging from 98 to 102 degrees. * WHERE...Denver metro, western suburbs of Denver, and portions of the Urban Corridor including Boulder. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illness.
Air Quality Alert issued August 6 at 10:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Action Day for Multiple Pollutants. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Thursday August 06 to 400 PM Friday August 07 IMPACTS...Action Day for Multiple Pollutants is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Ozone is expected to be in the Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range on Thursday and Friday. The highest concentrations of ozone are most likely in the southern and western portions of the Denver Metro area. Fine particulate concentrations are expected to be in the Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range on Thursday and Friday. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Air Quality Alert issued August 6 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Action Day for Multiple Pollutants. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Thursday August 06 to 400 PM Friday August 07 IMPACTS...Action Day for Multiple Pollutants is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Ozone is expected to be in the Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range on Thursday and Friday. The highest concentrations of ozone are most likely in the southern and western portions of the Denver Metro area. Fine particulate concentrations are expected to be in the Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range on Thursday and Friday. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
About
Cherry Creek State Park campground is an urban oasis offering 135 campsites within a 4,000-acre recreation area just minutes from downtown Denver. The campground operates year-round and features a mix of full-hookup RV sites and tent-only sites spread across several loops including Abilene, Buffalo, Gold Rush, Coyote, and Pioneer. Full-hookup sites include electric (20/30/50-amp), water, and sewer connections with level concrete pads and generous spacing between sites. The campground provides modern amenities including flush restrooms, coin-operated showers, and laundry facilities, though these may have reduced availability during winter months. A dump station is available from April through October. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. ADA-accessible sites are designated with "HD" markings. Beyond camping, the park offers 35 miles of trails, a reservoir with swimming beaches and boat ramps, a model airplane runway, and a dog off-leash area. The visitor center sells firewood and provides park information. Reservations are required and can be made through cpwshop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613.
Directions
Located at 4201 South Parker Road, Aurora, CO 80014. The campground is north of the East Entrance Station.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $28 - $432 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 80ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (303) 690-1166 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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