Idlewild Campground

9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO 80465

Overview

Idlewild Campground is off US Highway 40, just south of Winter Park. The campground is well located for hiking, biking, fishing, as well as wildlife viewing and sightseeing.

Recreation

Hiking, biking, and fishing are all accessible near the campground. Nearby Berthoud Pass is known for its scenic drive.

Facilities

Idlewild Campground has 24 non-electric single sites for camping that can accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. All campsites are equipped with a tent pad, picnic table, metal fire ring, and bear-resistant food storage locker. Additional facilities include restrooms, trash service and drinking water. A campground host is on site.

Natural Features

Idlewild Campground sits at 9,000' elevation, along the Fraser River as it runs from its source near Berthoud Pass to its confluence with the Colorado River. Nearby trailheads and 4x4 roads provide access to the Vasquez Wilderness Area, as well as the west side of historic Rollins Pass. The Fraser River Trail runs near the campground, providing a paved path for hiking and biking that connects the towns of Winter Park and Fraser.

Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.

Nearby Attractions

The campground has access to Winter Park via the Fraser River Trail, a road and bike/walking path.

Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in the towns of Winter Park and Fraser.

The Arapaho National Recreation Area and western portal of Rocky Mountain National Park are within an hour's drive.

Charges & Cancellations

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Camp site features

Across 24 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 24 sites
Pets allowed: all 24 sites
Longest RV: 30 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Equipment: CAR, CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, POP UP, RV, Tent

Directions

From Winter Park, travel one mile south on US Highway 40. The campground is on the east side of the road.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Manuel R

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Reviewed a month ago

Great place for a night or two, very close to Netherland

Michael C

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Reviewed 2 months ago

LOUD TRAFFIC, TRUCKS AND TRAINS ALL DAY AND NIGHT

Marissa F

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Reviewed 2 months ago

We stayed at campsite 15 and could still hear US 40 a little bit. The campgrounds were clean and each site had its own bear box, which was nice. We brought our bikes, and the campsites are next to Fraser River, so it was easy to bike around town. We’d come back!

Toby J

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Great campground. Well kept, quiet and easy access to everything. Road noise is a slight issue but not enough to keep me from staying

Susan N

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Very convenient, we had sure 20 next to the river. Host was terrific. Sites by the highway are noisy so try to get the lower ones. Nice being on the trail too bike in to town for a beer. Not a wilderness experience but super fun!

Tigran K

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Beautiful and clean campground with lots of trees and shade. Excellent for walks and bike rides. Only downside is the road noise from HWY 40.

Availability

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