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Discover a refreshing outdoor escape at Baneberry Tent in Bellvue, Colorado. Enjoy quality camping facilities, beautiful mountain views, and memorable nights around the campfire.
1–5 nights
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover a refreshing outdoor escape at Baneberry Tent in Bellvue, Colorado. Enjoy quality camping facilities, beautiful mountain views, and memorable nights around the campfire.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–5 nights
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required for campsite access.
Wildlife
History
Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp has operated in this area since the mid-20th century, serving as a destination for outdoor education and spiritual retreats.
Conservation
The camp practices Leave No Trace principles and conserves water and energy to minimize its environmental impact in the Rocky Mountain region.
Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp
Discover a refreshing outdoor escape at Baneberry Tent in Bellvue, Colorado. Enjoy quality camping facilities, beautiful mountain views, and memorable nights around the campfire.
Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp is a mountain retreat located in Bellvue, Colorado, offering outdoor lodging and camping experiences in the Rocky Mountains. The camp provides a range of accommodations, including tent campsites, RV electric sites, rustic cabins, and lodge rooms, designed for groups, families, and individual travelers. Tent sites such as Gooseberry, Snowberry, Squashberry, and Baneberry accommodate up to eight guests, are a short walk from shower facilities, and include firewood for campfires. The Aspen RV Electric sites feature picnic tables, fire rings, and electrical hookups for comfortable overnight stays. Rustic cabins like Jones, King, and Walesa sleep ten to twelve guests, offer decks with seating, are well heated for winter stays, and use bunk beds suitable for group retreats. Fireswamp and North Stormy lodge rooms provide flexible check-in and check-out options for stays ranging from one to five nights.
Facilities are maintained year-round and staff coordinate group reservations, site details, and accessibility information to help visitors plan trips with confidence and local area tips.
Location
Bellvue, CO
Rocky Mountains near Fort Collins
Group Capacity
Up to 12
Cabins hold 10–12 guests
Stay Length
1–5 nights
Flexible short or multi-night trips
Site Types
Tents · RV · Cabins · Lodges
Varied lodging for groups
Compare tent, RV, cabin, and lodge options for 1–5 night retreats and book with confidence.
Bring layered clothing
Mountain temperatures can vary greatly; dress in layers to stay comfortable day and night.
Use bear-proof containers
Food storage is important to avoid attracting wildlife; use provided bear-proof containers whenever possible.
Pack plenty of water
While camp has shower facilities, it’s important to bring enough water for hiking and drinking throughout your stay.
Respect fire regulations
Check local fire conditions and rules before starting campfires to ensure safety and environmental protection.
Sleeping bag rated for mountain temperatures
Keeps you warm during chilly mountain nights, especially important in fall and spring.
fall
Water bottle or hydration pack
Staying hydrated is crucial whether hiking or relaxing at camp.
Insect repellent
Helps reduce discomfort caused by mosquitoes and other insects during summer months.
summer
Headlamp or flashlight
Essential for navigating camp safely after dark.