Traveling to Colorado for Treatment
Out-of-state rehab in Colorado: step away from home and recover in the foothills
- Many out-of-state plans work here
- About 1 hr 15 min from Denver International Airport
- A plan for care when you go home
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Licenses and accreditations
Measured outcomes46% improvement in overall recovery after 4 weeks of treatment, compared with a 37% national average (TRAC9, 2025). See all five outcome measures.
Why people travel to Colorado for rehab
For some people, the hardest part of getting well is doing it in the same place they got sick. Our Morrison campus sits in the wooded foothills southwest of Denver, not far from Red Rocks Park and about an hour and 15 minutes from Denver International Airport. Distance, quiet and the outdoors make room for change.
Red Rocks Park, Morrison
Morrison, CO
Aspens in fall
The Maroon BellsAway from the people, places and routines tied to using, it's easier to focus on yourself.
Fewer chance meetings with people you know, and space to start over quietly.
A wooded foothills campus with a trail, gardens and time outdoors most days. Holistic and outdoor therapies.
Should you go to rehab out of state?
- Home is full of triggers, people or pressure tied to using
- You've tried treatment close to home before
- You want privacy from your local community
- You're ready to commit to a few weeks away
- Check your insurance works out of state first
- Plan cover at work or home before you leave
- Decide early whether you'll step down here or at home
- Family can stay involved by phone and family sessions
Using out-of-state insurance for rehab in Colorado
Many out-of-state Blue Cross Blue Shield plans work here and are checked through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Other PPOs may have out-of-network benefits. See the insurance we accept.
- Whether your plan works here, in or out of network
- Your deductible and out-of-pocket max
- Prior authorization, handled for you
- What you're likely to pay, before you book travel
Getting to Morrison from Denver International Airport
Do your short phone assessment and insurance check first; same-day intake is often possible. Then admissions plans the trip with you. Read about our Morrison campus.
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- BOARDING
- Morning
- LAND BY
- Early afternoon
- BRING
- ID + insurance card
- YOUR RIDEDENAirportMORMorrison, CO
- DRIVE
- About 1 hr 15 min
- RIDE
- Admissions can help arrange
- DISTANCE
- Southwest of Denver
- CHECK-INMORBase CampYOUSettled in
- INTAKE
- Until about 3pm
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- Nurse assessment
- THEN
- Detox or residential
Packing for Colorado? Bring layers, sturdy closed-toe shoes and, from November to April, winter gear. Morrison sits at about 5,800 feet: drink plenty of water while you adjust. See the full packing list.
Stay in Colorado, or go home with a plan
With your consent, family back home can stay in touch by phone after your first three days and take part in family sessions. Read more for families.
- Outpatient care lined up near home
- Meetings in your area
- Our alumni community, wherever you live
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Insurance we accept
In network with these plans. Admissions confirms your benefits before you come in.
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Alumni in their own words
What clients and families say
I spent 33 days at base camp And was able to detox And learn about my disease and the skills I need to keep moving forward. I am currently In my 2nd month at IOP in Lakewood I love the meetings and the community It has been so helpful and I would recommend it to anybody
I've struggled a few times through the last couple years. Red Rock has been consistent and caring with my recovery. I 100% recommend anyone struggling for the care and focus they provide. Plus the after-program care is top notch
If your loved one is facing addiction, this is the place to be. The entire staff is professional and caring. My son is now in a Red Rocks sober living facility and has been drug and alcohol free for almost three weeks. He is excited about being apart of this program and is embracing his sobriety.
Bre my case worker was amazing in finding me help after treatment . The whole staff was caring and understanding during a hard time . So thankful for all them ! !
This was my first time getting help for my addictions. I learned a lot from group sessions and really appreciated the schedule and staff. I’ve taken a lot of things I’ve learned from base camp with me after. I would 100% recommend Red Rocks to anyone struggling with addiction.
I decided that I couldn’t handle my addiction on my own and contacted Red Rock Recovery Center. They changed my life. From day one, I realized I was in a place where I was genuinely being cared for, by both the staff and the other people in my group. They offer peer support groups and endless sober meetups after you graduate. You’re never left alone. You’re provided with every resource imaginable and are supported for the rest of your life. I’m beyond thankful for RRRC, for their care and for their never ending support. You’re not alone out there. Promise. There is a community out there committed to your wellbeing.
Red Rock has a solid foundation w people who actually care about others at the core of it. I’m extremely grateful to the staff and community of this place and I will always talk highly about the program and most of the therapists. 10/10 would recommend
Absolutely life changing. My kids will never have to live with a drunk mommy and I feel so in control of my own life decisions now that I’m sober. I’m so grateful that I get to live a sober life for and with my children
Questions about traveling here
Do you accept clients from outside Colorado?
Yes. Many clients travel to Red Rock for treatment. Admissions checks your insurance, plans your arrival and answers your questions before you book anything. See how to start admissions.
Should I go to rehab out of state?
It can help if home is full of triggers, if treatment close to home hasn't worked, or if you want privacy. It's harder if you can't step away from work or family for a few weeks. Admissions can talk it through with you; read about residential treatment in Morrison.
Where is Red Rock Recovery Center?
Our detox and residential campus is on Turkey Creek Road in the foothills outside Morrison, Colorado, southwest of Denver and not far from Red Rocks Park. PHP, IOP and Ascent sober living are in Lakewood. See our locations.
Will my out-of-state insurance work?
Often, yes, especially Blue Cross Blue Shield plans and PPOs. Many out-of-state Blue plans are checked through Anthem in Colorado. Verify before you travel so you know your coverage; see the insurance we accept.
How do I get from the airport?
Fly into Denver International Airport. Our Morrison campus is about an hour and 15 minutes' drive away, and admissions can help arrange a rideshare or other transport. Read about our Morrison campus.
Can I fly in the day I'm admitted?
Usually, yes. Intakes run until about 3pm, so plan a morning or early-afternoon arrival, and complete your phone assessment before you fly. Read what to expect on arrival.
Will the altitude affect me?
Morrison sits at about 5,800 feet, and most people adjust within a few days. Drink plenty of water, and tell the medical team about any heart or lung conditions at intake. Read about medical detox.
Can my family take part from home?
Yes. With your consent, your family can stay in touch by phone after your first three days and take part in family sessions. Admissions can explain how that works from a distance. Read about family therapy.
Can I stay in Colorado after residential?
Many clients step down to PHP or IOP in Lakewood, with sober housing at Ascent when space allows. Read about Ascent sober living.
Can I do virtual IOP when I go home?
Our virtual IOP serves people in Colorado. If you're going home to another state, your team helps you find outpatient care near home before you leave. Read about aftercare and alumni.
What happens when I go home?
Before discharge, your team builds an aftercare plan with providers and meetings near home, and you stay connected to our alumni community. Read about aftercare and alumni.
