Can you reserve a site at Peaceful Valley?

Yes, Peaceful Valley is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Peaceful Valley?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Peaceful Valley?

Yes, pets are allowed at Peaceful Valley.

Peaceful Valley, Colorado — 16 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Peaceful Valley Campground is situated in a glacial valley, on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek at an elevation of 8,500 feet in northern Colorado. The campground has some conifer trees with open grassy areas.

Recreation

The Middle Saint Vrain Creek is a good fly-fishing stream where anglers cast for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout.

Many trails in the vicinity are open to hiking and biking, including Sourdough and Buchanan Pass Trails. Mountain biking is allowed on the first five miles of Buchanan Pass Trail.

The Bunce School Roads are popular among off-road enthusiasts.

Facilities

There are 17 sites in the campground. Nine are suitable for RV camping and eight are more suitable for tents. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and grill. The maximum vehicle length that can be accommodated is 45 feet, although no utility hookups are available. There is a maximum of eight people per site; site #17 is oversized and will accommodate ten people. The roads in the campground are paved. There is one hand pump with potable water, trash dumpsters, vault toilets and firewood is for sale.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek in the mostly flat, glacial Peaceful Valley. A mixed conifer and aspen forest covers the area.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

Nearby Attractions

Rocky Mountain National Parkâ??s main entrance is 24 miles north in Estes Park. Estes Park is a full-service community.

Charges & Cancellations

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

The facts

16 bookable sites
10 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 15 people per site
Loops: PEAC

Site types

11 Standard Nonelectric
5 Walk To

Amenities

Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

16 campsites at Peaceful Valley

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	32 ft	8	🐾
002	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
004	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
009	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	PEAC	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
011	PEAC	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
012	PEAC	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
013	PEAC	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
014	PEAC	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
015	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
016	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
017	PEAC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	15	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Denver, go north on Interstate 25 to U.S. Highway 36 west. Continue on U.S. 36 through Boulder to Lyons. Take Colorado Highway 7 and go approximately 12 miles, then Colorado Highway 72 for approximately 4 miles.

40.13139, -105.50611 · 40°7'53.0"N 105°30'22.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	0.9	1.3	2.4	3.7	3.5	1.9	2.7	2.2	2.0	1.8	1.1	1.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Peaceful Valley

Can you reserve a site at Peaceful Valley?: Yes, Peaceful Valley is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Peaceful Valley have?: 16 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Peaceful Valley?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Peaceful Valley?: Yes, pets are allowed at Peaceful Valley.

Also listed by

Peaceful Valley also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Peaceful Valley's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Check detailed information on www.recreation.gov or see general fees on the campground table . Fees are reduced when the water system is off. Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age and Golden Access passes provide cardholders a 50% discount on campground fees (this discount only applies

Restrictions:

Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times. A maximum of eight people are allowed per site, except unit 17, which can accommodate up to 12 people. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Fishing is permitted in accordance with regulations established by the Colorado Parks &

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Peaceful Valley

Camp Dick 0.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pawnee 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Olive Ridge 5.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Middle Saint Vrain Trailhead Day Pass 4.2 mi · Activity pass
Pawnee Campground 4.8 mi · Campground
South Saint Vrain Picnic Area 6.9 mi · Facility
Johnny Park Road (#118) 7 mi · Facility
Pierson Park Road (#119) 7.2 mi · Facility
Bright Extension Trailhead 7.8 mi · Facility
Meeker Park Overflow Campground 7.8 mi · Campground
Boulder Canyon 8.2 mi · Facility
Gordon Gulch Dispersed Camping Area 8.3 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 303-541-2500
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-11.

Peaceful Valley