Camp Always Choose Adventures

97%

23 reviews

· Central City, Gilpin, Colorado

5 acres hosted by Chantelle S.

6 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Chantelle is a Star Host

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Welcome to Camp Always Choose Adventures, the nation's first off-grid outdoor educational campground. Situated at an elevation of 9,300 feet in Central City, Colorado, we're just a 15-minute drive from Idaho Springs. Our unique campground offers a Tipi and dispersed camping sites amidst the breathtaking Rocky Mountains, where you can often spot elk, moose, deer, and bears in their natural habitat. You must have 4WD, and we recommend checking weather until June. No trailers until snow is gone. https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lon=-105.57071685791016&lat=39.79901408342673#.Yy9njCVMEWM Our driveway is the gateway to Yankee Hill, the largest Off-Road Highway Vehicle area in the Front Range of Colorado, with numerous hiking trails nearby. For your convenience, we offer rental options for outdoor gear, including tents, sleeping bags, and almost anything else you might need. You can arrive empty-handed and still enjoy a full camping experience in the Rockies. We offer a one-stop-shop for all of your Colorado bucket-lists! Camping in The Rocky Mountains WITH premier outdoor gear provided, 4x4 adventures, and everything in-between! Accessibility: At Camp Always Choose Adventures, we are thrilled to offer Extreme Motus wheelchairs to our guests, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the great outdoors to the fullest. These all-terrain wheelchairs are designed to navigate the rugged terrain of the Rocky Mountains, providing unparalleled mobility and freedom. Whether you're exploring our scenic trails, joining an off-road adventure, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of our campground, the Extreme Motus wheelchairs empower individuals with disabilities to participate fully in all our outdoor activities. We are committed to making outdoor adventures accessible to all, breaking barriers, and fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, our mission is to break barriers in the outdoors for youth and individuals with disabilities. Funds raised from our campground directly benefit underserved youth and those with disabilities, supporting our goal to make the great outdoors accessible to all. We thank you for your donation. For more information about us please visit: AlwaysChooseAdventures.org

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97% Recommend30 ratings · 23 reviews

This campsite offers a welcoming atmosphere with picturesque views and a communal campfire that encourages socializing. Visitors frequently commend Chantelle, the host, for her helpful and friendly nature. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some guests noted occasional noise from nearby ATV traffic and limited WiFi access. Despite this, the majority of campers appreciate the clean facilities, spacious sites, and the opportunity to meet both human and furry friends.

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Peter P.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent ·

Tent Site 4

Very nice and pretty remote. The stars were beautiful!

Grace H.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent ·

Hammock / Backpacking Site

My boyfriend & I came up from Wyoming for a much needed getaway & it was perfect! We ended up being the only campers for the night so they upgraded us from a tent/hammock spot to a Tipi! :)

Lucas S.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent ·

Tent Site 2

Beautiful area with lots of space. Everyone was very friendly and we had a great time! Would definitely camp there again ☺️

Grace T.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · Group trip ·

Tent Site 1 - Sunrise Overlook

Best campground ever! This spot is beautiful and has a great view of the clearing. Campground is clean, beautiful and welcoming thanks to Chantelle! So easy to get to from the front range and only 15 min from beau Jo’s!

Pj H.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Tent Site 1 - Sunrise Overlook

This site was perfect. My 5yo and I went up Friday after work. We found it no problem, Chantelle greeted us and directed us to the site, and we set up camp. Then we went to the communal area, a short 30 second walk away, and enjoyed the communal campfire and games. We made hotdogs and s'mores at the fire and went back to our quiet camp. The morning was cold and we woke up to the sunrise over the golden aspens. 10/10, we'll go back.

Grace T.

2 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent ·

Tent Site 2

Truly the best camping experience - Chantelle is amazing and has created such a beautiful space to enjoy nature in. The community campfire and SUPs are just some of the qualities that make this such a great campground to visit. It’s also incredibly close to the front range which makes it perfect for a weekend getaway Couldn’t recommend it enough!

Location

Central City, Gilpin, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tséstho’e (Cheyenne) and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking