Hiking and camping at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Red Rocks is a dramatic rock structure that is the only naturally occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheater on the planet. Red Rocks Park is a Denver Mountain Park with a variety of trails located within the park. This place has become so popular for its unique open air concert, adventurous hiking trails, biker, runner. We travelled from Denver to Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, camped for a night, and hiked the whole day. This place offers 

The Geologic Overlook Trail, Trading Post Trail, Funicular Trail and Mt. Vernon Creek Trail are restricted to pedestrians only. Trails are located approximately 6,280 feet above sea level, so guests with health conditions may wish to consult a doctor before attempting the hike. If children are joining the hike, please provide supervision as some areas of the trail include drop-offs, steep grades and road crossings. The majority of all trails are less than 3 feet wide. Rock climbing is prohibited. Hikers should be prepared for adverse weather conditions as the weather can change very quickly.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre visitor center

Red Rocks hall of fame

Colorado music hall of fame

Hours of operation:

Open one hour before sunrise and closed one hour after sunset. But be mindful to check the event schedule; if there is any event held; it doesn't allow public entrance to the event place.

Accessible parking:

Top Circle Lot

Lower North Lot

Attractions:

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Red Rocks Amphitheatre is an open-air amphitheatre built into a rock structure in the western United States. The impressive seating capacity of over 9,000 and a range of super modern facilities makes this one of the best outdoor music venues in Colorado! Beautiful, Iconic venue and downright amazing experience in Colorado for live music enthusiasts! Easy to find concessions,  toilets and parking. Would definitely recommend anyone visiting Colorado try to see a concert here! Great views of the city of Denver while the sun sets. Not a bad seat. Stunningly beautiful Rocky Mountain setting.

This place is widely known for its diversity for hiking trails and wild camping. You will find a few camping places scattered throughout the Red Rocks Amphitheater. Each of the camping sites have their own varieties of hiking trails, mountain peaks, and so  much natural beauty.

I have listed here the most popular camping site.

Camping near the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Indian Paintbrush Campground

Dates: Open from April - October

Distance from Red Rocks: 3.2 Miles (9 minutes)

Fee: $35/Night

Facilities: Showers & Toilets

Chatfield State Park Campground

Dates: Year-Round

Distance from Red Rocks: 17 Miles (28 minutes)

Fee: $36/Night

Facilities: Showers & Toilets

Nearby attractions:Chatfield State Park, Hildebrand Ranch Park,Deer Creek Canyon Park,South Valley Park

Trails to hike: Deer creek canyon trails, Ute trail park, William frederick hayden park

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Dates: Year-Round

Distance from Red Rocks: 21.4 Miles (35 minutes)

Fee: $28+/Night

Facilities: Showers & Toilets

Nearby attractions: Golden Gate Canyon State Park Visitor Center, 

Trails to hike: Bridge Creek Trailhead,Nott Creek Trailhead, Blue Grouse Trail, Black Bear/Horseshoe Loop TH.