Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
From Denver: Take I-70 West to Exit 243 (Hidden Valley/Central City exit). At the end of the exit ramp, turn right and merge onto the Central City Parkway go 7 miles. Follow the yellow KOA signs. Exit right and turn left on RD 6 / Lake Gulch Road, campground is on the Right.
Traveling East on I-70: Just past Idaho Springs, take exit 243. Turn left go 7 miles north on Central City Parkway. Follow the yellow KOA signs. Exit right and turn left on RD 6 / Lake Gulch Road, campground is on the Right.
From the Boulder/Golden/Blackhawk Area: Take Hwy 93 to US 6 West and follow US 6 which turns into Hwy 119. Turn left at Gregory Street. (fourth traffic light in Black Hawk). Proceed up to Central City. Turn left onto Spring Street. Follow the yellow KOA camper signs. At the second stop sign turn left to stay on Spring Street. Stay straight to go onto Roworth Street. Turn left onto Hooper Street which becomes Virginia Canyon Road. Turn left on RD 6 / Lake Gulch Road, campground is on the left.
GPS: Don't let GPS take you on dirt roads. N39.791605. W105.510759
Get Google DirectionsDenver West/Central City KOA is deluxe Denver camping. We are located in the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 8,490 feet, one mile above Central City and Black Hawk, and just 35 miles west of Denver! We are within minutes of the best Colorado casinos, and are an excellent base camp for day trips to Red Rocks Amphitheater, Coors Brewery, Denver Zoo, Elitch Gardens Amusement Park, Estes Park, and Colorado Springs.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic drive over the new Central City Parkway that directly connects Interstate I-70 with Central City. You'll love the rolling hills and breathtaking mountain views that surround you.
Come camp with us, Colorado camping style! Our Central City campground is not your average Denver RV Park. If you're looking for one of the finest campgrounds in Colorado and the Denver-area, we invite you to come for a visit. Our beautiful views, fun atmosphere, and family-friendly campground service will make you want to reserve YOUR spot with us for all your camping needs. You'll find tons to do in Central City! Whether your hobby is hiking, biking, ATV's, nature photography, shopping for antiques, Black Jack, Slots, or a night at the Central City Opera House, this Denver campground is minutes away from some of the most fun the Rocky Mountains have to offer. We are "Big-Rig Friendly" with many pull-through sites - all with 50-amp full hookups, Free cable TV and Free Wi-Fi.
Limited Service October 19 to April 23
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
When: May 9 – 10, 2025
What: Stay at a participating KOA campground on May 9 & 10, 2025, and 50%* of the cost of the site on the second night will be donated to Care Camps!
Why: Your stay will make a difference in the lives of children with cancer, by helping raise funds for medically supervised pediatric oncology camps. These camps help children who have cancer enjoy care-free time focusing on fun, friends, and activities instead of on their illness. Funds raised from Saturday, May 10, will be donated to the Care Camps Foundation, which distributes $2 million annually to support 100+ pediatric oncology camps across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more at koacarecamps.org. * Only valid at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Only KOA Rewards discounts apply.
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