Cold Springs Campground near Black Hawk, CO. Cold Springs Campground is located on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, north of Blackhawk on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.
The Cold Springs Campground is located west of Denver and five miles north of the town of Blackhawk, adjacent to Highway 119. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.
Facilities: There are 38 sites in the campground, 31 of which are suitable for RV camping. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate, and picnic table. Facilities provided include restrooms, water and a playground area. There are no electric/water/sewer site hook-ups at this campgroudn. Firewood is for sale at the campground.
Natural Features: The campground is located among aspen and lodgepole pine, at an elevation of 9,200 feet. Most sites are shaded and the interior roads are gravel.
Recreation: The surrounding area has many great hiking trails. There is an easy hiking trail out of campground for families with small children. In addition, the short but steep Vista Trail climbs just a quarter-mile but rewards hikers with spectacular views of the vast Mount Evans Wilderness and valley below. Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.
What campers say
Cold Springs Campground sits around 9,500 ft and offers roughly 38 sites with a mix of reserved and first-come, first-served spots. Sites are generally well spaced with bear‑proof metal food boxes and potable water stations, but there’s no electrical hookup. Vault/pit toilets are kept reasonably clean though occasional odors and intermittent supplies have been reported. Some campsites sit close to the highway and can be noisy, while others feel quiet and shaded. Helpful camp hosts, short hiking trails to a nearby vista, and frequent wildlife sightings (including moose) are commonly noted. Nights can be chilly, so bring warm layers.
