LaVern M Johnson Park, in the heart of Lyons, Colorado sits at an elevation of 5,370 feet, is bounded on three sides by the North St. Vrain River and nestled among sandstone cliffs. The park and campground is managed by the Town of Lyons. Amenities include RV and tent camping, fly fishing, kayaking and tubing in the river and a great playground for kids. Camp next to the North St. Vrain River and beneath the Lyons Sandstone cliffs with full hookup RV sites and a separate camping area for tents. The campground has 16 full hookup sites and 20 tent-sites (12 are walk in). In addition, the park has 5 dry campsites which are available for campervans only.
Directions from Denver/Boulder 1. Take US-36 W through Boulder continue north towards Lyons. (14 miles) 2. At the Traffic Light Turn left onto CO-7/US-36, towards Estes Park. Continue to follow CO-7/US-36 for another 1.25 miles 3. Once on Main St., get in left hand lane. Turn Left (South) onto CO-7/5th Ave (signs say Allenspark). After traffic light, turn Right (West) into LaVern M Johnson Park Directions from Rocky Mountain National Park 1: Take US-36 E. 20 miles 2: Upon entering Lyons, stay in right-hand lane. Go straight (CO-7/5th Ave) at traffic light. After traffic light turn Right (West) into LaVern M Johnson Park From Fort Collins (CSU) 1. Take I-25 S/US-87 S toward DENVER. (26 miles) 2. Take the CO-66 exit- exit number 243- toward LONGMONT/LYONS 3. Continue West on CO-66. 14.28 miles 4. Continue Past Traffic Light on CO-7/US-36. 1.17 miles 5. Once on Main St., get in left hand lane. Turn Left (South) onto CO-7/5th Ave (signs say Allenspark). After traffic light turn Right(West) into LaVern M Johnson Park
