Florissant, Colorado, lures RV travelers with its ancient petrified redwood forest at the Fossil Beds National Monument and endless hiking trails under Pikes Peak's shadow. Five standout RV parks anchor your stay here, from budget riverside spots to luxury retreats. Camp amid elk herds and fossil hunts, then stargaze from your site after a day of reservoir fishing.
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About Florissant, Colorado
Florissant thrives on its prehistoric allure. The Fossil Beds National Monument preserves 34-million-year-old shale layers packed with insect fossils and the world's tallest petrified redwoods, some reaching 14 feet around. Trails wind through meadows where wildflowers bloom in summer; anglers cast lines at Eleven Mile Reservoir just 15 miles north. History buffs explore the nearby town of Cripple Creek's gold rush casinos, a 30-minute drive over winding mountain roads.
RV parks in Florissant cater to every style of camper. Budget hunters snag Riverside Campground sites from $20 a night, right on the water. Pet owners and big rig drivers pick Riverside for its $24 rate and pet-friendly policy. Luxury campers climb to Mydnyt Mountain at $125, complete with drinking water. Families charge up at Eagle Park's electric hookups, priced $40 to $49. Adventurers refresh at Peakview Pines, where showers and pets mix with rates from $40 to $100.
- Four of five parks welcome pets, including Riverside and Peakview Pines.
- Riverside accommodates big rigs with drinking water on-site.
- Prices start at $20/night at Riverside Campground.
- All parks lie within 15 miles of Eleven Mile Reservoir for fishing.
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