Bailey, Colorado
Glen Isle Resort
About Glen Isle Resort
🌲 Glen Isle Campgrounds – A Historic Riverside Retreat Welcome to Glen Isle, a 125-year-old mountain resort along the North Fork of the South Platte River, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally reached by train, Glen Isle remains one of Colorado’s last surviving turn-of-the-century resort properties and offers a camping experience rich in history, natural beauty, and community. Because Highway 285 follows the original railroad corridor that once brought visitors here, it runs nearby. We encourage guests to review the map before booking to be sure our location is the right fit for their camping style. Many guests appreciate the easy access along with the beauty of the river, surrounding forest, and nearby mountain trails. 🎣 Activities & Amenities Campers enjoy: • Fishing along the South Platte (no rod fees required) • A 21-hole wooded disc golf course (free for campers) • Rescue horses, miniature donkeys, and miniature goats • Optional guided mini-donkey walks (paid experience) • Bingo nights, camper music nights, and outdoor movie evenings (when scheduled) • Recreation room with games • Guided historic lodge tours and gift shop • Tuesday Food Truck nights • Trailhead ½ mile behind the property • Walking distance to the Coney Island hot dog stand • About 30 miles from Red Rocks Amphitheatre Glen Isle is a historic gathering place rather than a remote backcountry campground, and guests may see other campers and activity around the lodge, especially on summer weekends. Seasonal insects are part of the natural river environment during warmer months. Campsites are currently first-come, first-served within designated camping areas as we transition toward reservable individual sites. 🔥 Fire Policy Due to drought conditions and wildfire risk, wood fires and charcoal are not permitted. Propane fire rings and cooking equipment are welcome. Propane tanks are available to rent for $25. A community fire ring may be used when restrictions allow. 🚗 Important Arrival Note Please do not turn at the Coney Island Boardwalk. Glen Isle is located ½ mile farther west on the same side of Highway 285. The road behind Coney Island is not maintained for passenger vehicles and should not be used to access the property.
Accommodations on the property
- RV site
- Tent platform
Location
Bailey, Colorado
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Glen Isle Resort
Synthesized from 36 review mentions across 6 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“Glen Isle Campground offers a picturesque escape with its riverside setting and historical charm, making it a popular choice for camping enthusiasts. The hosts are frequently prais…”
15 mentions
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Host & Communication
“The hosts at Glen Isle are consistently praised for their friendliness and warm hospitality, making guests feel welcome and cared for throughout their stay. Many reviews highlight …”
6 mentions
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Comfort & Sleep
“the road noise is significant and if you’re a light sleeper”
6 mentions
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Value for Price
“I would highly recommend camping at this campground”
3 mentions
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Amenities
“we got a tour of the lodge which was really cool”
3 mentions
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Family-Friendly
“Such a fun spot to spend a weekend with kids”
3 mentions
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Recent reviews
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We stayed at the river campground, super spacious, super clean, had access to fire ring, and propane tanks. The lodge is amazing, great place for kids and families!
Glen Isle was a great dip into history and the local area. We only camped for a night along the river. Our spot offered us privacy from other campers and a cool spot to dip into. We walked the property to the ceremony deck which was a beautiful view.
Beautiful wooded area by a fast moving river. Gracious hosts. Port a potty close to sites and water from a spicket by the horse stall. We had use of a picnic table. Coffee shop was not open at the time.
Everyone we dealt with was great, and all in all we had a good time. There are a few things people should know though before choosing this camp site. We stayed near the river, rather than on the hillside overlook. The river area was very buggy, and we went through a lot of repellant. Also this site is a stone’s throw from highway 285. It was very loud. Hopefully the other site is quieter up on the hill. My daughter really wanted to fish right from the campground. We did, but the trees lining the shore made fishing there difficult. We still had fun, and we realize that bugs come with the territ…
Amazing campground! Easy and quick access from Denver. We camped by the river which we were told can be loud due to car traffic from the street across but if you get close enough to the roaring rapids you won’t have a problem. Well lit, clean toilets and live music on Tuesdays. We pet the donkeys and horses on the property and they were so cute and kind! I can’t say enough good things about this site.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Glen Isle Resort located?
Glen Isle Resort is located in Bailey, Colorado.
What types of accommodations does Glen Isle Resort offer?
Glen Isle Resort offers RV site, Tent platform. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
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