Patrolman
May 21st, 2014, 07:13 PM
Not 4wd, just paved camping. We went last night. It was the first time with the trailer, and the first time with the 3 year old daughter, so we did not stray far from home. We went to Bear Creek Lake Park.
http://www.lakewood.org/Camping/
Cost to the Park and the camp fee is $20. Good price for a local gig. Includes access to the beach, but it was too cold for swimming. The camp spots have electric, onsite bathrooms, and playground for the little one. Dog friendly too. I was surprised to see horse stables and a nice archery range within walking distance of the campground. There is also a nice bike path through the park. I believe it connects to the Bear Creek Trail. The camping was about 1/3 to 1/2 full. Nice quiet place on a week night. Probably the worst part is you can hear both 285 and C-470 in the background when it is quiet. Made falling asleep a bit difficult. Red Rocks or Bandimere could definitely make for a long night.
Our trip started out from our house with just a bit of sprinkling rain as we jumped in the truck. 5 minutes later, on C-470, it was raining steady. Within 1 mile, we couldn't even see where we were driving on C-470. Had to pull over and do about 20mph to the Morrison exit. We decided to forge ahead and make the best of the weather. When we got to the camp site, it stopped raining. No more rain for the rest of the evening! Family had a good time walking the dog, grilling, riding bikes, roasting marshmallows, and playing at the playground.
This morning started out with clouds and cold, so we packed it up early. As soon as we got the trailer closed and everything loaded, it started to sprinkle. Got the trailer hooked to the truck and made some tracks back home. Overall a good trip. Nobody got soaked, it was quiet and relaxing, and we made it home safe!
For those who are cyclists, check out the photos of the guy riding the LWB bike (unsure what they are called). He has his camp gear AND his mountain bike on the cargo area. This guy was hardcore. He stopped right in front of our site and I told him I had to take a photo because nobody would believe me! Nice guy. Said he rode from un-incorporated Adams county. The campground was his destination. Didn't get to chat more as his phone rang.
http://www.lakewood.org/Camping/
Cost to the Park and the camp fee is $20. Good price for a local gig. Includes access to the beach, but it was too cold for swimming. The camp spots have electric, onsite bathrooms, and playground for the little one. Dog friendly too. I was surprised to see horse stables and a nice archery range within walking distance of the campground. There is also a nice bike path through the park. I believe it connects to the Bear Creek Trail. The camping was about 1/3 to 1/2 full. Nice quiet place on a week night. Probably the worst part is you can hear both 285 and C-470 in the background when it is quiet. Made falling asleep a bit difficult. Red Rocks or Bandimere could definitely make for a long night.
Our trip started out from our house with just a bit of sprinkling rain as we jumped in the truck. 5 minutes later, on C-470, it was raining steady. Within 1 mile, we couldn't even see where we were driving on C-470. Had to pull over and do about 20mph to the Morrison exit. We decided to forge ahead and make the best of the weather. When we got to the camp site, it stopped raining. No more rain for the rest of the evening! Family had a good time walking the dog, grilling, riding bikes, roasting marshmallows, and playing at the playground.
This morning started out with clouds and cold, so we packed it up early. As soon as we got the trailer closed and everything loaded, it started to sprinkle. Got the trailer hooked to the truck and made some tracks back home. Overall a good trip. Nobody got soaked, it was quiet and relaxing, and we made it home safe!
For those who are cyclists, check out the photos of the guy riding the LWB bike (unsure what they are called). He has his camp gear AND his mountain bike on the cargo area. This guy was hardcore. He stopped right in front of our site and I told him I had to take a photo because nobody would believe me! Nice guy. Said he rode from un-incorporated Adams county. The campground was his destination. Didn't get to chat more as his phone rang.