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The community of Idledale is a very small town on the outskirts of the Denver Metropolitan Area. It sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains and serves as a gateway to the high peaks and fantastic outdoor adventures that lie just beyond it.

Up until 1933, Idledale was actually known as Starbucks Heights. However, that year the entire town was washed away by a massive flood, and when it was rebuilt, the residents chose to give it the new name of Idledale. When you book an RV in Idledale you'll be able to get outside and off the beaten path in one of Colorado’s most beautiful areas.

While there is no public transportation system connecting Idledale to downtown Denver, it may be best to park the Idledale RV rental closer to the Denver area and hop on a bus or rapid transit stop to explore the city. You’ll save time on finding parking spots and won't have to face the often crowded streets of Denver.

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The Great Outdoors

Most visitors to Idledale encounter the town as part of the Bear Creek Scenic Mountain Drive between Denver and Evergreen. The drive along the creek is one of the best in the state at any time of year but is particularly stunning in autumn when the leaves are changing.

No trip to this part of Colorado would be complete without visiting Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s an ideal day trip and one of the most popular parks in the national park system; given how many opportunities for outdoor recreation there are here, it’s not hard to see why. One of the easiest and most popular activities is to drive Trail Ridge Road, the highest road in the national park system. The views of the surrounding area are breathtaking and there are dozens of pullouts to take photos from and short hikes to embark on.

If you don’t want to venture too far from your RV rental in Idledale, you can also visit Lair O’ the Bear Park just outside of town. The county park is an excellent picnic spot with several miles of trail that can be turned into a full day of hiking. There’s also a small pond for fishing, provided you have a Colorado fishing license.

RV Parks near Idledale

When you get a motorhome rental in Idledale you should have no trouble finding an RV park where you can camp. Some of the closest ones can be found just down the road in the town of Morrison, home of the Red Rocks Amphitheater. Indian Paintbrush Campground is nearby and is conveniently located near the intersection of Highway 470 and 285. Concertgoers from Red Rocks mainly use the campground, but it has a dump station, electrical hookups, and showers. Right next door is Bear Creek Lake, which also has a campground. Sites there have electrical hookups and toilets but are a bit more rustic than most full-service RV parks.

If you don’t mind staying as far away as Golden, there are a few more parks to choose from. Dakota Ridge RV Park is in the area and includes a heated swimming pool and hot tub, a billiards room, a library, and full hookups for your Idledale camper rental. Clear Creek RV Park is a short drive to the north of Golden and has showers, laundry facilities, and hookups for your Idledale RV rental.

One of the nearest Walmarts to Idledale can be found in Littleton, a short distance to the south of Morrison. With manager permission, you might be able to stay here for a couple nights if you’re okay with not having any amenities.

Exploring the Town of Idledale

Idledale is primarily a residential community without too much to see within its city limits. Most visitors to the area come to see the beautiful natural areas surrounding it, so if you get a travel trailer rental in Idledale and are looking for city activities, you’ll need to head either east towards Morrison or west to Evergreen.

Red Rocks Amphitheater is the defining attraction in Morrison, and you should definitely attend a concert there if one of your favorite bands is playing during your trip. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience to hear some great music while sitting inside a natural sandstone amphitheater with the sounds reverberating off the burnt-orange rocks. Even if none of your favorites are playing, you can always visit the Colorado Music Hall of Fame on the grounds of the amphitheater. They’ve got tons of interesting artifacts from throughout the history of rock and roll and the famous “Spirit” statue depicting musician John Denver with an eagle perched on his hand.

Evergreen is the quintessential Colorado mountain town, but without the upmarket feel of places like Telluride or Aspen. Summer months are made for hiking; there with dozens of trails branching off from the outskirts of town. However, in the winter, skating on Evergreen Lake is a popular tradition with the locals and tourists alike. At any time of year, you can also spend the day perusing the many art galleries on Main Street featuring local artists. The Hiwan Homestead Museum is also worth checking out as it highlights the early days of Colorado history when the region was just being settled and the U.S. government was willing to give land to anyone brave enough to move there and farm it for a few years.

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