RV Rental Denver East / Strasburg KOA

You sure are in for a treat when renting an RV in the great state of Colorado. No matter what direction you head, there is bound to be some sort of picturesque park awaiting you. Cherry Creek State Park is close to Denver East/Strasburg KOA, just on the edge of Denver’s metro area. The park is home to prairie land, wetlands, and a large reservoir that is great for swimming, fishing, and boating. A few boat launches and a yacht club marina are some of many noteworthy features in the small park, along with hiking trails, biking paths, a shooting range, a sandy beach, and a boathouse that has live concerts during the summer. You can even rent jet skis, paddle boats, kayaks, and other watercraft when you bring your campervan rental to Cherry Creek State Park.

Chatfield State Park is an incredible place to add to the list, also found just south of Denver on the fringe of the city limits. There is a large lake in the heart of the park that is great for all types of water-based recreation. This scenic park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including over 300 species of birds, making it a birdwatcher’s dream location. The Audubon Center is an informative place to learn about these amazing animals with the help of knowledgeable park staff.

Just south of Chatfield State Park is Roxborough State Park, known for its inspiring red sandstone geological features that look out of this world. Since 1980, the park has been recognized as a National Natural Landmark, formed over three hundred million years ago. There is a visitor center on-site as well as a healthy offering of nature trails and rock-climbing areas.

If you don’t mind driving your rental RV west for a little over an hour, you can see one of Colorado’s most incredible treasures: Rocky Mountain National Park. This quarter-million-acre paradise has fabulous meadows dotted with every color wildflower you could possibly imagine, as well as stunning high mountain vistas and a network of hiking and biking trails that will give you the urge to explore more and more. Lofty alpine lakes, a selection of challenging rock-climbing routes, and some stellar campgrounds highlight the long list of reasons to spend some time at one of the country’s best parks. Great Sand Dunes National Park is the next closest national park, found a few hours' drive south of Denver down by Pueblo. The possibilities are endless when you pick up an RV rental near Denver East/Strasburg KOA.

You’ll probably want to check out downtown Denver if you are in the mood for some sightseeing and nightlife while camping at Denver East/Strasburg KOA. Several neighborhoods in Denver have been revitalized, full of trendy boutiques, hip bars, incredible eateries, and a healthy offering of parks and museums too. The Denver Art Museum is one of the many possibilities to take into consideration when visiting the state capital. The museum has artwork from all over the world, but its Asian art collection and its Native American art hall are by far the most fascinating features of this cultural institution.

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is a great place to bring your family, especially if you like learning about the natural world. Engaging exhibits and hands-on displays captivate people of all ages, and permanent exhibits regarding geology and astronomy are certainly marvelous to see in person. There are also a bunch of temporary exhibits to help keep things fresh. The IMAX theater shows interesting movies, a pleasure for those who like to learn visually.

Denver Zoo is an obvious choice for those traveling with kids because nothing is quite as exciting as seeing a lion or tiger up close. The park is home to over 4,000 animals, rehabilitated and researched to provide better insight into the magnificent wildlife found on the planet. This amazing experience is engaging and exciting through and through, so it is no surprise that over two million people come through the zoo’s gates each year.