McNeil Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley is a private camp dedicated to youth scouting experiences, with expansive grounds, diverse outdoor activities, and well-maintained facilities. Visitors can expect a rustic yet comfortable setting featuring picnic areas, pit toilets, indoor showers, and one of the area’s largest ziplines for thrilling adventures.
What to Expect:
🏕️ Ample campsites with picnic tables and pit toilets
🌲 Outdoor adventure activities like ziplining and sporting clays
🚿 Indoor bathroom and shower facilities for convenience
🤝 Supportive and knowledgeable camp staff
Important Information:
– Open 24 hours, year-round access
– Wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, and restrooms
– Camp reserved for scouting groups and contracted organizations
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🌧️ Always Be Prepared for Rain: Bringing rain gear and proper footwear is crucial due to occasional wet weather and muddy trails.
⚡ Zipline is a Must-Experience: The camp features one of the largest ziplines in the area, highly recommended for thrill-seekers.
🛁 Indoor Showers Available: Unlike many camps, there are clean indoor shower facilities besides the pit toilets.
🍽️ Try the Stomp Waffles Story: Ask staff about this quirky camp tradition involving counselor cleanup duty—adds character to the scouting experience.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors consistently praise the camp’s excellent scouting programs, friendly and helpful staff, and the large zipline as a major highlight. Reviews highlight the natural beauty and well-maintained facilities, though some note the rustic nature of pit toilets. Overall, the camp is highly regarded as a premier scouting experience in Colorado.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, and restrooms ensure access for all campers. Facilities accommodate mobility needs comfortably.
