Popular Destinations
- Arvada, CO
- Aurora, CO
- Boulder, CO
- Centennial, CO
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Denver, CO
- Fort Collins, CO
- Grand Junction, CO
- La Junta, CO
- Thornton, CO
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How to Compare Colorado RVs For Rent
Choose your Colorado by season — and plan around I-70. I-70 is Colorado's main artery into the mountains and one of the most congested roads in the country on ski weekends. Summer Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings can mean 3–4 hour backups between Denver and the ski resorts. Plan mountain arrivals for Thursday or Saturday morning. In winter, trailers and towed vehicles can be restricted from I-70 west of Golden during storms — check COtrip.org before every mountain drive. Know your rig's exact height before you leave: the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel — the highest point on the entire U.S. Interstate Highway System at 11,158 feet — has a 13-foot-11-inch clearance.
Match your RV to Colorado's mountain roads The Million Dollar Highway (US-550) through the San Juan Mountains has no guardrails, sheer drop-offs, and tight switchbacks — not suitable for large Class A rigs or wide travel trailers. Wolf Creek Pass on US-160 is steep and curvy with a recommended speed of 35 mph for large vehicles. Class B and C rigs have the most flexibility across the state. If you're bringing a Class A, use engine braking on descents, watch posted yellow speed limit signs — they're specifically for large vehicles — and avoid scenic byways not rated for your rig length.
Book campgrounds and permits at the same time. Rocky Mountain National Park requires timed-entry reservations from May through October — book your campsite and your park entry permit together or you won't be able to enter. Great Sand Dunes, Mesa Verde, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison all fill fast in summer. Colorado State Parks open reservations 6 months in advance; popular sites like Eleven Mile and Ridgway sell out within minutes on opening day. Plan your itinerary around campground availability first, then build activities around it.
Factor in altitude — it affects everything. Colorado's average elevation is 6,800 feet, the highest of any state. At altitude, gas engines lose roughly 3% of power per 1,000 feet — a Class A on a 11,000-foot pass is working significantly harder than at sea level. Fuel efficiency drops, generator output drops, and your AC struggles. Diesel rigs handle elevation better than gas. If you or your passengers start to feel unwell near the Eisenhower Tunnel or high passes, that's altitude — descend and rest. Fire restrictions also apply most summers: open flames are banned in foothill and mountain areas from July 1 through October 15 in most years.
Use Denver as your gear-up stop before heading into the mountains. Denver has one of the highest concentrations of craft breweries in the U.S. — over 150 in the metro area — plus REI flagship stores, Camping World, Costco, and every supply you might need before heading into more remote terrain. Denver's street parking has a 72-hour limit for RVs, and residential zones require a special permit — stay at a campground and use light rail into the city. Denver is also the best place to pick up or receive delivery of your RV before heading west on I-70.
What to Know About Renting an RV in Colorado
Colorado’s campsite reservation system is one of the most competitive in the country. The more popular the campground, the more lead time you need.
Moraine Park and Glacier Basin in RMNP go within minutes of opening 6 months ahead. Set a calendar reminder. This is not an exaggeration.
Altitude sickness is real above 8,000 feet. Give yourself a day to acclimate before strenuous activity. Drink more water than usual.
Afternoon thunderstorms are a daily pattern in summer, especially at elevation. Lightning above treeline is serious. Plan hikes to be back below treeline before 2pm.
Colorado fire restrictions change frequently. Check the Colorado Fire Restrictions website before any trip involving campfires. Respect fire bans, use designated fire pits and make sure you have no dragging chains which are known to light roadside grasses on fire which spreads quickly.
Rocky Mountain National Park requires both a timed-entry permit AND a separate campsite reservation. They open through different systems and both fill fast. Handle them at the same time — not sequentially.
Popular RV Parks and Campgrounds in Colorado
If you plan on staying in Colorado for some time, consider staying at one of the Colorado Springs and Aurora campgrounds. Goldfield RV Park in Colorado Springs offers nine pull-through RV sites with amazing amenities, including free satellite TV and high-speed Wi-Fi. There is even a dump station to get rid of your RV's waste, and the campsites are just $32 a day.
There are some great camping spots near Denver, such as the Dakota Ridge RV Resort in Golden. It sits between the mountains of Summit County and the city of Denver, providing 141 full-service and premium sites year-round with free Wi-Fi and a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. A clubhouse that features a fireplace, fitness center, and billiard room is also on-site.
RV Dump Stations in Colorado
It's essential to get rid of your RV's waste, especially if you plan to travel for days. You’ll find plenty of dump station options in CO: Some places that offer a dump station include the Giant Gas Station in Durango and the Pilot Flying J Travel Plaza in Aurora. State parks and national parks offer dump stations as well.
You can also find dump stations in many RV parks and campgrounds, including Golden Clear Creek RV Park and Mountaindale Campground & Cabins in Colorado Springs. Both of these camping spots offer their dump station for free to any registered guest but charge a small fee to non-registered guests.
Notable National and State Parks in Colorado
Climb some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park — which made it to the top of the list of RVShare's top parks like the Grand Canyon. Hike along the south and north rim trails or explore the inner canyon and surrounding wilderness.
Colorado has four of the most amazing national parks. Mesa Verde National Park in southwest Colorado is home to some of the best-preserved Ancestral Puebloan ruins in the United States and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are more than 4,300 archeological sites in the park, and visitors can see many of them up close and learn how the Pueblo people survived the cold winters and hot summers in the area.
Dump station, pet friendly
Swimming, boating, bird watching
Winter camping and ice fishing
251 sites, some primitive, some with electric
2 miles of hiking trails
OHV riding, jet skiing
John Martin Reservoir State Park
109 electric sites, max length = 60 feet
Fish-cleaning station, dump station
Playground, picnic areas, bird watching, pet friendly
Winter camping
4.5 miles of hiking trails
Boating, swimming, OHV riding
258 sites, some with electric and some with full hookups
Playground, educational programs, gold panning, and geocaching
14 miles of hiking & biking trails
Boating and fishing
Golfing nearby
Pet friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting an RV Near Colorado
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Colorado?On average expect to pay $182 per night in Colorado.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Colorado?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Colorado from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Colorado?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
Do you need a special license to drive an RV in Colorado?No. You don’t need a special license or CDL to drive an RV in Colorado.