Where is public land near or in denver?

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I'm looking for public land that allows for disperesed camping that is incredibly close to denver. I just moved here don't quite have a place yet so ive decided to just camp. I need somewhere thats close to denver because i have a job here. any public land spot that anyone knows of?

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The closest areas to Denver are Chatfield, Barr Lake and Cherry Creek State Parks. Camping requires reservations and will be almost impossible over Memorial Day and the fourth. Camping is designed for just a few days, not long term and fees apply.

http://www.parks.state.co.us/Reservations/Pages/ReservationsHome.aspx
http://coloradostateparks.reserveamerica.com/campgroundSearch.do
http://coloradostateparks.reserveamerica.com/showPage.do?name=common&commonPath=/usa/co/cofeesmain.html

I think they allow camping at Jeffco Fairgrounds but I don't know the time restrictions. You might look into private camp grounds
http://www.colorado-directory.com/Tents/

2 day hike near denver with camp?

Alexandra

I am trying to find a 2 or 3 day hike near Denver. I live in centennial so anything south or west of Denver would work. I want to spend the nights in a tent and so far every trail I found doesn't allow camping. Any ideas?

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The Colorado Trail is perfect for what you want to do. Hiking and camping is what it is designed for. There are miles and miles of well maintained trails, just pick a spot and go.
http://www.coloradotrail.org/

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