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Colorado Travel Planning Guides : Camp Colorado : Featured Campgrounds : Spruce Lake RV Resort
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Spruce Lake RV Resort
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An Essential Colorado property, Spruce Lake RV Resort lets you enjoy Colorado at its best. Walk to restaurants and shopping or ride the free shuttle into town. Ride the whitewaters of the Big Thompson River. You can even discover what inspired Stephen King to write The Shining with a visit to the historic Stanley Hotel. From the beautiful wilderness to the quaint village of Estes Park, it's all easily accessible from your "home."
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From Denver:
Located along the banks of the beautiful Big Thompson River, Spruce Lake RV Resort is the perfect location for Colorado outdoor adventure.
To reach Spruce Lake from downtown Estes Park, head south on U.S. Highway 36 to Mary's Lake Road. Go south on Mary's Lake Road for 300 feet, and Spruce Lake will be on your left.
* 1 mile to Rocky Mountain National Park
* 1.5 miles to Estes Park
* 45 miles to Grand Lake
* 1/2 mile to Elk Meadow Lodge & RV Resort
* 27 miles to Loveland RV Resort
* 62 miles to Dakota Ridge Resort
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Spruce Lake RV Resort amenities
- 110 available sites can accommodate rigs up to 40-feet long, or take advantage of our rental RV.
- Fish in the fully stocked fishing lake or fly fish in the Big Thompson River. Spruce Lake holds fishing tournaments for the entire family - inquire when you make your reservation. To fish in our fully stocked fishing lake, you must acquire a fishing permit from the office. Colorado fishing licenses are required to fish in the Big Thompson River. For information, please visit the Colorado Division of wildlife. Please note: There is a limit of three fish per person.
- A cottage and four cabins provide comfortable accommodations for those guests who want a break from the road.
- Tent sites are now available. All sites feature a breathtaking view of the surrounding area.
- Heated pool and hot tub provide the perfect place to unwind after a busy day of activities and adventure.
- Onsite planned events include ice cream socials, evening campfires, miniature golf, fishing tournaments, and bingo.
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Surrounded by....
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Experience the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains as you move in elevation from 8,000 to 14,259 feet. You'll traverse wet, grassy valleys to the weather-ravaged top of mountains. Hike, mountain bike, or watch for wildlife.
http://www.nps.gov/romo/
Rafting
Designed for both first-time and experienced rafters, these trips are ideal for the whole family. Take a relaxed ride down the Colorado River or get wet on the rapids of the Cache La Poudre River.
Rapid Transit Rafting
800.367.8523
www.rapidtransitrafting.com
Mountain Whitewater Descents
888.855.8874
www.raftmwd.com
Golfing
Tee off on one of the most beautiful golf courses in the U.S. The Estes Park 18 Hole Golf Course is open mid-April through October. Tee times are strongly recommended. Please call 866.586.8146.
www.estesvalleyrecreation.com/18holegolf.html
If you prefer to only play nine holes, make a tee time at the Lake Estes 9 Hole Executive Course. Call 970.586.8176 for more information.
www.estesvalleyrecreation.com/9holegolf.html
Hot air balloon rides
Get a bird's eye view of spectacular Colorado with Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Flights. Mountains, plains, and wildlife as far as you can see.
www.fairwindsinc.com
Chuck Wagon Supper & Show
Elk Meadow Lodge & RV Resort is home to northern Colorado's only chuck wagon experience. Start with supper, and then enjoy an evening filled with music, dancing, and fun. Various entertainers will delight guests with country, fifties, love ballads, and old standards. For pricing, reservations, and menus, please call 970.586.7328.
Shows run Friday and Saturday nights from the third week in May until the third week in September.
The fun continues well into the night with a DJ and dancing.
Roosevelt National Forest
Get up close to nature in the 1,240-square mile Roosevelt National Forest. Enjoy extensive opportunities to hike, mountain bike, horseback ride, fish, camp, four-wheel, and observe nature.
www.fs.fed.us/r2/arnf/
Horseback riding
Enjoy the scenery of Estes Park and the surrounding National Forest while on horseback. Estes Park offers a number of tour companies that offer group rides of varying lengths and experience levels.
Cowpoke Corner Corral
970.586.5890
nationalparkgatewaystables.com/
National Park Gateway Stables
970.586.5269
nationalparkgatewaystables.com
Sombrero Ranches
970.586.4577
www.sombrero.com/
Fly fishing trips
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fly fisher, Wild Basin Outfitters gives you a fishing experience like no other. Choose a six-hour, half-day, or full-day trip.
303.525.7373
www.wildbasinoutfitters.com
Wildlife tours
Enjoy an unforgettable nature experience. Yellow Wood Guiding offers nature tours, wildflower walks, photo safaris, and wildlife tours customized to your interests.
www.ywguiding.com
Restaurants
Satisfy every craving with the delicious and diverse restaurants located near Estes Park. Some of the most popular destinations include:
Dunraven Inn Nicky's Steakhouse
Big Horn Restaurant Big Horn Restaurant
Ed's Cantina & Grill Twin Owls Steakhouse
Grumpy Gringo Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse
Estes Park Brewery Bob & Tony's Pizza
Egg & I Thai Kitchen
Dairy Queen Donut Haus
Estes Park
Don't forget to visit downtown Estes Park. This quaint little village features museums, galleries, restaurants, shopping, and free concerts and events.
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