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Prospector’s Rush

89%
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· Central City, Clear Creek, Colorado
5 acres hosted by Nicki C.
8 Vehicle/Tent sites · 2 tent sites
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Welcome to Prospector’s Rush campground located on a 5-acre old mining claim near Idaho Springs, Colorado. This unique rustic campground offers visitors a chance to reconnect with nature while experiencing the rich history of the area. 4WD or AWD is necessary to access our property!!! Accessing the campsite is an off-road adventure. Please only book if you are comfortable with off-road driving. As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the untouched beauty of the Rocky Mountains and the sound of a nearby stream. The campground is surrounded by towering pine trees and a variety of wildlife (moose, deer, elk, turkeys and black bear), providing a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Prospector’s Rush campground offers tent sites and RV sites, each with plenty of space for campers to spread out and enjoy the natural surroundings. While we do not have running water on site, we do have a pit toilet. This is a true camping experience, allowing you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the simplicity of nature. As you explore the area, you'll discover remnants of the old mining operation, including abandoned mineshafts. You can also hike the nearby trails, or simply relax and enjoy the beauty of the starry night sky. At Prospector’s Rush campground, we pride ourselves on offering a true wilderness experience, with limited amenities to ensure that you can fully appreciate the natural beauty of the area. Come visit Prospector’s Rush campground and discover a piece of Colorado's rich history while immersing yourself in the peace and tranquility of pure nature. 4WD / AWD is mandatory!!
Activities
Biking
Hiking
Off-roading (OHV)
Snow sports
Natural features
Forest
Mountainous
89%
209 Ratings · 160 reviews
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Nicole E.recommends
October 15, 2024
Prospector‘s Rush #3
Mountainside Serenity
This may be my favorite hipcamp I’ve stayed at so far. Beautiful views, peaceful, quiet, fantastic directions and well marked area with signs. Definitely 4x4 terrain. I would stay here again, and plan to!
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Laura V.recommends
October 14, 2024
Prospector’s Rush #1
Nicki has a beautiful camp site! It's great for anyone who is comfortable rustic camping. My boyfriend has never camped before and said he liked it so much he wants to come again! It's a shame we couldn't use the fire pit due to fire restrictions but besides that the site was clean, easy to find with the directions, and very peaceful.
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Otto B.recommends
October 10, 2024
Prospector‘s Rush #4
Great site! Prepare for the drive!
Super pretty spot! We loved seeing the stars and enjoyed the scenic picnic bench a little down the way, which had a great sunset view around dinner time. It felt private. The campsite is pretty small, and the surrounding area is VERY steep, so be careful with anything round! The drive in was a little scary. We have a 4WD vehicle, but on the way, it was a lot of very steep gravel hills with big rocks and steep drops on either side.
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Nikki B.recommends
October 6, 2024
Prospector`s Rush #B
Perfect spot for a night or two away. We loved it
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Julia C.recommends
October 5, 2024
Prospector’s Rush #9
Such a great spot! Dry weather made it really easy to navigate Loved the toilet views
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Bryce C.
September 30, 2024
Prospector’s Rush #1
Camp site was nice and had a good view. We went tent camping and the ground was mostly gravel so it was hard to get the stakes in. Bathroom didn’t have toilet paper or sanitizing spray like it said in the description and we found the directions to be a little unclear.
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Central City, Clear Creek, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tséstho’e (Cheyenne) and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Nicki C.

Joined in June 2023
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