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Lyons, CO, on the St. Vrain at the mouth of the Front Range canyons

LaVern M. Johnson Park

Reviewed by Wattreach, our own stay on the Rivian + Airstream road.

$144.95 paid · 2 nights Good for groups SD → Chicago road trip
8/10
LaVern M. Johnson Park campground in Lyons, CO
Pool Hot tub Good for dogs Clean bathrooms Good location

Can you charge an EV here? Yes

The electric hookups can charge an electric truck from the pedestal. We plugged in here.

Which parks allow EV charging, and why KOA doesn’t →

Our take

Beautiful setting with red rock formations all around, and kept clean. The sites are good, our only nitpick is the gravel pads (we threw a rug down and it was all fine). No laundry and no hot tub, but the St. Vrain running right through camp is the highlight: kids tubing and floating past, benches along the water, and a playground. Great for dog walks, and plenty of room for a group. An easy 8 and a genuinely lovely Rocky Mountain basecamp.

Hookups
Electric + water
Amenities
Electric + water hookupsRiverside sites on the St. VrainRiver tubing on the St. VrainKids' playgroundRiverside benches + picnic spotsGood dog-walking pathsTown-run parkRocky Mountain National Park basecamp (~35 min to Estes Park)
Nearby
Rocky Mountain National ParkEstes ParkSt. Vrain CreekDowntown Lyons
How far
  • Downtown Lyons1 mi
  • Estes Park16 mi
  • Rocky Mountain National Park (Beaver Meadows)20 mi
  • Boulder16 mi
Groceries
St. Vrain Market in Lyons, about 1 mi
Elevation
about 5,370 ft
Connectivity
Foothills town north of Boulder, so cell is decent but dips in spots; we lean on Starlink.
Open in Maps

Part of San Diego → Chicago → San Diego.

Photos from this stay → EV charging at campgrounds →

Campground FAQ

LaVern M. Johnson Park, answered

Hookups, price, groups, and what's nearby, from our own stay.

Can you charge an electric truck at LaVern M. Johnson Park?

Yes. The electric hookups can charge an electric truck from the pedestal. We plugged in here.

Does LaVern M. Johnson Park have full hookups?

We had electric + water at LaVern M. Johnson Park in Lyons, CO for our Airstream.

How much does it cost to stay at LaVern M. Johnson Park?

We paid $145 for 2 nights (about $72 a night). Rates vary by season, site type, and length of stay, so check the campground for current pricing.

Is LaVern M. Johnson Park good for RV groups or Airstream caravans?

Yes. There was room for a group to camp together, with sites big enough and enough of them for a caravan to book side by side.

Can a big rig fit at LaVern M. Johnson Park?

We stayed here with our roughly 47-foot Rivian R1T and 23-foot Airstream, so a large rig can fit. There was room for a group to book side by side.

Is LaVern M. Johnson Park pet friendly?

Yes. We found it an easy place to camp with dogs, with room to walk them. Confirm the current pet policy and any limits with the campground before you book.

Is there cell service or wifi at LaVern M. Johnson Park?

Foothills town north of Boulder, so cell is decent but dips in spots; we lean on Starlink.

What is there to do near LaVern M. Johnson Park?

Close by: Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, St. Vrain Creek, Downtown Lyons.

Is there a grocery store near LaVern M. Johnson Park?

The nearest full grocery is St. Vrain Market in Lyons, about 1 mile away.

How far is LaVern M. Johnson Park from the beach, the zoo, and other attractions?

Approximate driving distances from LaVern M. Johnson Park: Downtown Lyons about 1 mile; Estes Park about 16 miles; Rocky Mountain National Park (Beaver Meadows) about 20 miles; Boulder about 16 miles.

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