**THIS CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED INDEFINITELY.**

A small rustic campground located along Highway 40 and West Clear Creek in a
spruce-fir forest. Mizpah is a first-come, first-served campground. There are
ten sites available; all sites are suitable for RV camping and tents.
Facilities provided include restrooms and water. Each site contains a tent
pad, fire grate, and picnic table. There are no electric/water/sewer site
hook-ups at this campground. Activities include fishing, scenic driving and
nearby access to Jones Pass and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.

View a campground map.

<p><strong>THIS CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED INDEFINITELY.</strong></p><p>A small rustic campground located along Highway 40 and West Clear Creek in a spruce-fir forest. Mizpah is a first-come, first-served campground. There are&nbsp;ten sites available; all sites are suitable for RV camping and tents. Facilities provided include restrooms and water. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate, and picnic table. There are no electric/water/sewer site hook-ups at this campground. Activities include fishing, scenic driving and nearby access to Jones Pass and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.</p><p>View a <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1098795.pdf">campground map</a>.</p>

Check the campground table for fee information.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Mizpah Campground

The Robbers Roost Campground is located next to Hwy 40 and the Fraser River
near Winter Park.

**Facilities:** There are 11 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents,
trailers, and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table.
Additional facilities included restrooms and trash service. Water is available
at the Idlewild Campground 5.5 miles away.

**Natural Features:** The campground is located in the forest so there is
ample shade. The Fraser River runs by the campground.

**Recreation:** Popular recreation activities include hiking in the Arapaho
National Forest and the nearby Vasquez Peak Wilderness, scenic driving and
wildlife viewing.

Campground Map

View a COTREX map here.

<p>The Robbers Roost Campground is located next to Hwy 40 and the Fraser River near Winter Park.</p><p><strong>Facilities:</strong> There are 11 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Additional facilities included restrooms and trash service. Water is available at the Idlewild Campground 5.5 miles away.</p><p><strong>Natural Features:</strong> The campground is located in the forest so there is ample shade. The Fraser River runs by the campground.</p><p><strong>Recreation:</strong> Popular recreation activities include hiking in the Arapaho National Forest and the nearby <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/arp/recarea/?recid=80809" rel="nofollow">Vasquez Peak Wilderness</a>, scenic driving and wildlife viewing.</p><p><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3838642.pdf" rel="nofollow">Campground Map</a> </p><p>View a COTREX map <a href="http://trails.colorado.gov/places/na~1983321" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p>

Robbers Roost Campground

## Overview

Midland Group Campground is located along the Fraser River, just south of
Winter Park. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing, with easy
access to the town of Winter Park. This campground provides a rustic camping
experience for group gatherings.

## Recreation

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

## Facilities

Midland Group Campground provides for a minimally developed group camping
experience for up to 36 people. There are five picnic tables, each with metal
fire ring and a large area for tents and canopy structures. Bear-resistant
food storage lockers are not yet available at this site. Portable toilets are
provided for guest use, and water is available at Idlewild Campground about 3
miles north of Midland. The campground host will be located off-site at
Idlewild.

## Natural Features

Midland Campground sits at 9,500' 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 Jim Creek, as well as the
west side of historic Rollins Pass. The summit of Berthoud Pass provides
further scenery and trail access.

Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.

## Nearby Attractions

Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Midland Group Campground is located along the Fraser River, just south of Winter Park. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing, with easy access to the town of Winter Park. This campground provides a rustic camping experience for group gatherings. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hiking, biking, fishing and wildlife viewing are all accessible near the campground. Nearby Berthoud Pass is known for its scenic drive. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Midland Group Campground provides for a minimally developed group camping experience for up to 36 people. There are five picnic tables, each with metal fire ring and a large area for tents and canopy structures. Bear-resistant food storage lockers are not yet available at this site. Portable toilets are provided for guest use, and water is available at Idlewild Campground about 3 miles north of Midland. The campground host will be located off-site at Idlewild.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Midland Campground sits at 9,500' 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 Jim Creek, as well as the west side of historic Rollins Pass. The summit of Berthoud Pass provides further scenery and trail access.</p>
<p>Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in towns of Winter Park and Fraser.  </p>
<p>The Arapaho National Recreation Area and western portal of Rocky Mountain National Park are within an hour's drive.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

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Midland Group Campground

This minimally developed group campground is located next to the Fraser River
near Winter Park. The campground is well shaded.

<p>This minimally developed group campground is located next to the Fraser River near Winter Park. The campground is well shaded.</p>

Jim Creek Campground is operated by the National Sports Center for the
Disabled. It features facilities for persons with disabilities.

There are seven elevated platform sites.

<p>Jim Creek Campground is operated by the National Sports Center for the Disabled. It features facilities for persons with disabilities.</p><p>There are seven elevated platform sites.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Organized events or vehicle access can be approved with prior notice to
National Sports Center for the Disabled at 303-515-6723 or info@nscd.org.

Jim Creek Campground

Located next to US Highway 40 and just before the town of Winter Park, this
first-come, first-served campground has 24 non-electric sites that will
accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate
and picnic table. Additional facilities include restrooms, trash service,
drinking water, and bear boxes for food storage. Campground Map

<p>Located next to US Highway 40 and just before the town of Winter Park, this first-come, first-served campground has 24 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Additional facilities include restrooms, trash service, drinking water, and bear boxes for food storage. <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3838641.pdf" rel="nofollow">Campground Map</a></p>

Idlewild Campground

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hiking, biking, and fishing are all accessible near the campground. Nearby Berthoud Pass is known for its scenic drive. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>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. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The campground has access to Winter Park via the Fraser River Trail, a road and bike/walking path.  </p>
<p>Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in the towns of Winter Park and Fraser. </p>
<p>The Arapaho National Recreation Area and western portal of Rocky Mountain National Park are within an hour's drive. </p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

IDLEWILD

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IDLEWILD ARP

The Clear Lake Campground is a first-come, first-served campground located
four miles south of Georgetown along the Guanella Pass Road.

**Facilities:** There are eight sites available, all are suitable for small
camper trailers and tents. Facilities provided include restrooms and water.
Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table.

Click here for more information on camping near Guanella Pass.

View a COTREX map.

View a campground map.

<p>The Clear Lake Campground is&nbsp;a&nbsp;first-come, first-served&nbsp;campground located&nbsp;four miles south of Georgetown along the Guanella Pass Road.</p><p><strong>Facilities:</strong> There are&nbsp;eight sites available, all are suitable for small camper trailers and tents. Facilities provided include restrooms and water. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table.</p><p>Click here for more information on <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1127580.pdf">camping near Guanella Pass</a>.</p><p>View a <a href="http://trails.colorado.gov/places/na~1983315">COTREX map</a>.</p><p>View a <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1098790.pdf">campground map</a>.</p>

Clear Lake Campground

## Overview

West Chicago Creek Campground sits along its namesake creek at the base of
Mount Blue Sky and is located off Highway 103 on the Arapaho and Roosevelt
National Forests in central Colorado. It is a popular facility for hiking and
fishing enthusiasts.

## Recreation

The area provides easy access to many hiking trails that lead into the Mount
Evans Wilderness. West Chicago Creek offers good fishing for rainbow, brown
and brook trout.

## Facilities

There are 15 sites available all suitable for RV and tent camping. Each site
contains a tent pad, picnic table, charcoal grill and fire ring. Other
amenities include a vault toilet, water spigot and trash dumpster. There are
no RV hook-ups. Firewood is available for sale during peak season at the
campground.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 9,600 feet in an aspen and lodgepole
pine forest.  
  
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland are
located in the foothills and slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The
forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming
border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.  
  
The area encompasses mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by
Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in
North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows
visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby Idaho Springs, a former mining town, makes for a nice outing. History
buffs will appreciate the Argo Gold Mine and Mill Museum.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>West Chicago Creek Campground sits along its namesake creek at the base of Mount Blue Sky and is located off Highway 103 on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in central Colorado. It is a popular facility for hiking and fishing enthusiasts.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The area provides easy access to many hiking trails that lead into the Mount Evans Wilderness. West Chicago Creek offers good fishing for rainbow, brown and brook trout.<h2>Facilities</h2>
There are 15 sites available all suitable for RV and tent camping. Each site contains a tent pad, picnic table, charcoal grill and fire ring. Other amenities include a vault toilet, water spigot and trash dumpster. There are no RV hook-ups. Firewood is available for sale during peak season at the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 9,600 feet in an aspen and lodgepole pine forest. <br/><br/>
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland are located in the foothills and slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide. 
<br/><br/>
The area encompasses mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Nearby Idaho Springs, a former mining town, makes for a nice outing. History buffs will appreciate the Argo Gold Mine and Mill Museum.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

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West Chicago Creek

## Overview

St. Louis Creek Campground is located at 8,900' near the Fraser Experimental
Forest, four miles southwest of the Town of Fraser, CO. Visitors to the area
enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing, as well as easy access to the town of
Fraser. This campground provides a rustic camping experience with access to
standard amenities.

## Recreation

Hiking, biking, fishing and wildlife viewing are all accessible near the
campground.

## Facilities

St. Louis Creek Campground provides 18 non-electric single-party units with
picnic tables, metal fire rings and bear-resistant food storage lockers. Vault
toilets, trash service and drinking water are available to campground guests.
A campground host is on site.

## Natural Features

Located near the Fraser Experimental Forest, a 23,500 acre outdoor research
area with elevations ranging from 8,800'-12,000', St Louis Creek Campground
provides access the rugged Vasquez and Byers Peak Wilderness Areas. Nearby
trailheads include Byers Peak Trailhead and St. Louis Lake Trailhead.

Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.

## Nearby Attractions

Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in Fraser, Winter Park, and
Granby.

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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>St. Louis Creek Campground is located at 8,900' near the Fraser Experimental Forest, four miles southwest of the Town of Fraser, CO. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing, as well as easy access to the town of Fraser. This campground provides a rustic camping experience with access to standard amenities.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hiking, biking, fishing and wildlife viewing are all accessible near the campground.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>St. Louis Creek Campground provides 18 non-electric single-party units with picnic tables, metal fire rings and bear-resistant food storage lockers. Vault toilets, trash service and drinking water are available to campground guests. A campground host is on site.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Located near the Fraser Experimental Forest, a 23,500 acre outdoor research area with elevations ranging from 8,800'-12,000', St Louis Creek Campground provides access the rugged Vasquez and Byers Peak Wilderness Areas. Nearby trailheads include Byers Peak Trailhead and St. Louis Lake Trailhead.</p>
<p>Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in Fraser, Winter Park, and Granby.</p>

<p>The Arapaho National Recreation Area and western portal of Rocky Mountain National Park are within an hour's drive.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

ST. LOUIS CREEK

SITE 0

St. Louis Creek

## Overview

Guanella Pass Campground is located about 7 miles south of Georgetown on the
South Fork of Clear Creek on the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. Located at an
elevation of 10,900 feet on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, visitors to
the campground can also enjoy hiking and fishing in the area.  
  
The Guanella Pass Scenic and Historic Byway follows an old wagon route that
linked the mining towns of Georgetown and Grant, Colorado.

## Recreation

Visitors can go trout fishing on the South Fork of Clear Creek. Silver Dollar
Lake is nearby, but cannot be reached by car. Instead, the Silver Dollar Lake
Trail leads hikers above treeline to the scenic lake.

## Facilities

The campground is split into two loops by the county road and South Clear
Creek. There are 18 sites in the campground. Eleven are suitable for RV
camping and seven are more suitable for tents. Large RVs are not recommended
on the byway. Most of the sites are in the open with some tent sites located
among some spruce trees. Each site has a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and
charcoal grill. The roads through the campground are gravel. This facility
provides hand pumps with potable water, vault toilets and trash dumpsters.

## Natural Features

The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland sit
along the foothills and Rockies of Colorado. The forests and grassland cover
1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans
and west across the Continental Divide.  
  
The area includes mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by
Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in
North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows
visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors enjoy touring historic Georgetown, a former mining town of about
1,000 residents. Additional ghost towns dot the region.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Guanella Pass Campground is located about 7 miles south of Georgetown on the South Fork of Clear Creek on the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway.  Located at an elevation of 10,900 feet on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, visitors to the campground can also enjoy hiking and fishing in the area.<br/><br/>
 
The Guanella Pass Scenic and Historic Byway follows an old wagon route that linked the mining towns of Georgetown and Grant, Colorado.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors can go trout fishing on the South Fork of Clear Creek. Silver Dollar Lake is nearby, but cannot be reached by car. Instead, the Silver Dollar Lake Trail leads hikers above treeline to the scenic lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground is split into two loops by the county road and South Clear Creek. There are 18 sites in the campground. Eleven are suitable for RV camping and seven are more suitable for tents.  Large RVs are not recommended on the byway.  Most of the sites are in the open with some tent sites located among some spruce trees. Each site has a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and charcoal grill.   The roads through the campground are gravel.  This facility provides hand pumps with potable water, vault toilets and trash dumpsters.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland sit along the foothills and Rockies of Colorado. The forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.<br/><br/>
 
The area includes mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors enjoy touring historic Georgetown, a former mining town of about 1,000 residents. Additional ghost towns dot the region.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

Guanella view

GUANELLA PASS

GUANELLA PASS 1

Guanella Pass

Sugarloaf Campground is a first-come, first-served campground located in the
Williams Fork Valley.

**Facilities:** There are 11 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents,
trailers, and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table.
Additional facilities include restrooms and trash service. Drinking water is
available at the South Fork Campground a half mile away.

**Natural Features:** Due to the mountain pine beetle epidemic and hazard tree
removal, this campground offers no shade.

**Recreation:** Popular activities include hiking in the Arapaho National
Forest and nearby Byers Peak Wilderness, scenic driving and wildlife viewing.

View a COTREX map.

View a campground map.

<p>Sugarloaf Campground is a first-come, first-served campground located in the Williams Fork Valley.</p><p><strong>Facilities:</strong> There are 11 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Additional facilities include restrooms and trash service. Drinking water is available at the South Fork Campground a half mile away.</p><p><strong>Natural Features:</strong> Due to the mountain pine beetle epidemic and hazard tree removal, this campground offers no shade.</p><p><strong>Recreation:</strong> Popular activities include hiking in the Arapaho National Forest and nearby <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/arp/recarea/?recid=80800">Byers Peak Wilderness</a>, scenic driving and wildlife viewing.</p><p>View a <a href="http://trails.colorado.gov/places/na~1984487">COTREX map</a>.</p><p>View a <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1098574.pdf">campground map</a>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Sugarloaf Campground

## Overview

South Fork Group Campground is located in north central Colorado in the
Williams Fork Valley next to South Fork Creek. Many mountain streams and
creeks nearby offer good fishing opportunities. South Fork is the only
facility in the area designated for horse camping.

## Recreation

The South Fork Trail begins at the campground and is one of the most popular
trails in the valley. The 26-mile loop trail is open to hiking and horseback
riding, and provides access to other trails in the area, including Ptarmigan
Pass, Ute Peak and Jones Pass Trails. Mountain biking opportunities also exist
in the valley. The Byers Peak Wilderness can be accessed nearby.  
  
Anglers enjoy trout fishing on the South Fork Creek and numerous additional
streams and creeks in the surrounding area. Wildlife viewing opportunities
abound.

## Facilities

The campground offers one reservable, accessible group site that can
accommodate up to 25 people. Individual sites are available on a first-come,
first-served basis. Picnic tables, campfire rings and tents pads are provided,
as are flush and pit toilets and drinking water. A small corral, for one or
two horses, is located in the campground.

## Natural Features

The campground is located in the Williams Fork Valley next to South Fork Creek
at an elevation of 8,962 feet. A cool mountain climate with frequent afternoon
thunderstorms should be expected.  
  
Due to the pine beetle infestation and hazardous tree removal, shade has been
reduced throughout the campground.  
  
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland sit
on the foothills and peaks of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and
grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border,
south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
South Fork Group Campground is located in north central Colorado in the Williams Fork Valley next to South Fork Creek. Many mountain streams and creeks nearby offer good fishing opportunities. South Fork is the only facility in the area designated for horse camping.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The South Fork Trail begins at the campground and is one of the most popular trails in the valley. The 26-mile loop trail is open to hiking and horseback riding, and provides access to other trails in the area, including Ptarmigan Pass, Ute Peak and Jones Pass Trails. Mountain biking opportunities also exist in the valley. The Byers Peak Wilderness can be accessed nearby. 
<br/><br/>
Anglers enjoy trout fishing on the South Fork Creek and numerous additional streams and creeks in the surrounding area. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers one reservable, accessible group site that can accommodate up to 25 people. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnic tables, campfire rings and tents pads are provided, as are flush and pit toilets and drinking water. A small corral, for one or two horses, is located in the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located in the Williams Fork Valley next to South Fork Creek at an elevation of 8,962 feet. A cool mountain climate with frequent afternoon thunderstorms should be expected. 
<br/><br/>
Due to the pine beetle infestation and hazardous tree removal, shade has been reduced throughout the campground.  
<br/><br/>
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland sit on the foothills and peaks of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

South Fork Group Site - Arapaho NF (CO)

## Overview

Columbine Campground is located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway
119, west of Denver, in north central Colorado. This campground is popular
with off-road enthusiasts and many jeep roads can be reached from the
campground.

## Recreation

Many hiking and biking trails are found nearby. Scenic driving is available
along Highways 119 and 72, which is also known as the Peak to Peak Scenic
Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing
opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.

## Facilities

This campground has 46 sites on two loops. Five of these sites are suitable
for tents only; the others are suitable for both RV and/or tents. Each site
has a picnic table and campfire ring. Other amenities include vault toilets,
water spigots and trash service. Bundled firewood is for sale by the onsite
campground manager. RV units are not permitted to fill tanks from the water
spigots. All of the sites are non-electric.

## Natural Features

The campground's two loops are situated in a grove of aspen and lodgepole
pine, at an elevation of 9,200 feet.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events there
include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a short drive from the campground. This
scenic park offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and
horseback riding are allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park
is open to fishing.

## Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late
cancellations are subject to additional fees.

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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Columbine Campground is located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, west of Denver, in north central Colorado.  This campground is popular with off-road enthusiasts and many jeep roads can be reached from the campground.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Many hiking and biking trails are found nearby. Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, which is also known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This campground has 46 sites on two loops. Five of these sites are suitable for tents only; the others are suitable for both RV and/or tents. Each site has a picnic table and campfire ring. Other amenities include vault toilets, water spigots and trash service. Bundled firewood is for sale by the onsite campground manager. RV units are not permitted to fill tanks from the water spigots. All of the sites are non-electric.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground's two loops are situated in a grove of aspen and lodgepole pine, at an elevation of 9,200 feet.</p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events there include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.
<p>Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a short drive from the campground. This scenic park offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park is open to fishing.</p><h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.</p><p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

Columbine

COLUMBINE CAMPGROUND

Columbine Campground

All vehicles including, RVs, trailers, and other vehicles must fit on the
parking spur. Parking spur lengths range from 25 to 55 feet. Driving off road
or parking off spurs is not allowed.

## Overview

Echo Lake Campground is located on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
in central Colorado near its namesake lake at the base of Mount Blue Sky along
Hwy 103. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and taking scenic drives along Mount
Evans Road.

## Recreation

Activities in the area include hiking in the Mount Evans Wilderness, fishing,
scenic driving and wildlife viewing. Several trails leave directly from the
campground.

## Facilities

The campground offers 11 sites more suited to RV camping and seven sites
designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table
and campfire ring. Also, there are vault toilets, hand pumps with potable
water and trash service.

## Natural Features

Echo Lake sits in a spruce forest near the shores of Echo Lake. The
campground's 10,600' elevation creates cool to chilly nights, even in summer,
and its location on a mountain pass makes for windy conditions year-round.  
  
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland on
the foothills and slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and
grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border,
south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.  
  
The area encompasses mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by
Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in
North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows
visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby Idaho Springs, a former mining town, makes for a nice outing. History
buffs will appreciate the Argo Gold Mine and Mill Museum. The City and County
of Denver Mountain Park, Echo Lake and Echo Lake Lodge are located adjacent to
the campground.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Echo Lake Campground is located on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in central Colorado near its namesake lake at the base of Mount Blue Sky along Hwy 103. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and taking scenic drives along Mount Evans Road.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Activities in the area include hiking in the Mount Evans Wilderness, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing. Several trails leave directly from the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 11 sites more suited to RV camping and seven sites designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Also, there are vault toilets, hand pumps with potable water and trash service.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Echo Lake sits in a spruce forest near the shores of Echo Lake. The campground's 10,600' elevation creates cool to chilly nights, even in summer, and its location on a mountain pass makes for windy conditions year-round.
<br/><br/>
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland on the foothills and slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.
<br/><br/>
The area encompasses mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Nearby Idaho Springs, a former mining town, makes for a nice outing. History buffs will appreciate the Argo Gold Mine and Mill Museum. The City and County of Denver Mountain Park, Echo Lake and Echo Lake Lodge are located adjacent to the campground.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

Echo lake at the base of Mount Evans

ECHO LAKE

Echo Lake

## Overview

Pickle Gulch is a group picnic and camping facility located just off the Peak
to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and
off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

Many hiking and biking trails are found nearby. Scenic driving is available
along Highways 119 and 72, which is also known as the Peak to Peak Scenic
Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing
opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.

## Facilities

Pickle Gulch is an area that offers day-use picnic sites and six campsites to
accommodate large groups. The picnic site can accommodate up to 150 people and
is equipped with picnic tables and campfire circles. A parking area, vault
toilets and a playground are provided.  
  
The group campsites are all walk-to sites for tent camping only. The on-site
host has wheelbarrows available for campers, to haul equipment from the
parking area. Each campsite is equipped with picnic tables, a campfire circle
and tent pads. Vault toilets and drinking water spigots are shared between
sites.  
  
A separate day-use area contains two volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, picnic
tables and a vault toilet.  
  
Firewood may be gathered from the surrounding forest, if available, or
purchased from the host.

## Natural Features

The site offers many scenic views of the surrounding area. It is set among a
fairly level forest of lodgepole pine trees, dotted with aspens.  
  
Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and removal of hazardous trees,
there may be little to no shade at these sites.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. The town hosts various
popular events, including Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz
festivals.  
  
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a short drive from the campground. This
scenic park offers more than 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and
horseback riding are also allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond within
the park is open to fishing.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Pickle Gulch is a group picnic and camping facility located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Many hiking and biking trails are found nearby. Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, which is also known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Pickle Gulch is an area that offers day-use picnic sites and six campsites to accommodate large groups. The picnic site can accommodate up to 150 people and is equipped with picnic tables and campfire circles. A parking area, vault toilets and a playground are provided.<br/>
<br/>
The group campsites are all walk-to sites for tent camping only. The on-site host has wheelbarrows available for campers, to haul equipment from the parking area. Each campsite is equipped with picnic tables, a campfire circle and tent pads. Vault toilets and drinking water spigots are shared between sites. <br/>
<br/>
A separate day-use area contains two volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, picnic tables and a vault toilet. <br/>
<br/>
Firewood may be gathered from the surrounding forest, if available, or purchased from the host.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The site offers many scenic views of the surrounding area. It is set among a fairly level forest of lodgepole pine trees, dotted with aspens.<br/>
<br/>
Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and removal of hazardous trees, there may be little to no shade at these sites.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. The town hosts various popular events, including Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.<br/>
<br/>
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a short drive from the campground. This scenic park offers more than 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are also allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond within the park is open to fishing.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

amphitheater

PICKLE GULCH 4

PICKLE GULCH

sign

amphitheater 2

parking

Pickle Gulch

## Overview

Cold Springs Campground is located on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest,
north of Blackhawk on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, in north
central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving,
and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

The surrounding area has many great hiking trails. There is an easy hiking
trail out of the campground for families with small children. In addition, the
short, but steep Vista Trail climbs just a quarter-mile but rewards hikers
with spectacular views of the vast Mount Evans Wilderness Area and valley
below.

Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, known as the Peak to
Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide
fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the
vicinity.

## Facilities

There are 38 sites in the campground. Sites 1 through 5 are pull-over's with
wooden retaining walls. You climb several steps to reach the picnic tables,
fire rings and tent pads. These sites are not suitable for RVs with slide-
outs. Sites 9 & 11 are pull-over's which also will not accommodate large RVs
or slide-outs.  
  
Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grate. The maximum vehicle
length that can be accommodated is 40 feet. Most sites are shaded and the
interior roads are gravel. Water hydrants, tent pads, vault toilets and trash
service are provided. There is a playground for small children.

## Natural Features

The campground is located in a mountainside aspen and lodgepole pine forest,
at an elevation of 9,200 feet.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events held in the
town include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.  
  
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is just seven miles away. The scenic park offers
over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are
allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park is open to fishing.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cold Springs Campground is located on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, north of Blackhawk on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The surrounding area has many great hiking trails. There is an easy hiking trail out of the campground for families with small children. In addition, the short, but steep Vista Trail climbs just a quarter-mile but rewards hikers with spectacular views of the vast Mount Evans Wilderness Area and valley below.
<p>Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
There are 38 sites in the campground. Sites 1 through 5 are pull-over's with wooden retaining walls. You climb several steps to reach the picnic tables, fire rings and tent pads. These sites are not suitable for RVs with slide-outs. Sites 9 & 11 are pull-over's which also will not accommodate large RVs or slide-outs.
<br/><br/>
Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grate. The maximum vehicle length that can be accommodated is 40 feet. Most sites are shaded and the interior roads are gravel. Water hydrants, tent pads, vault toilets and trash service are provided. There is a playground for small children.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located in a mountainside aspen and lodgepole pine forest, at an elevation of 9,200 feet.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events held in the town include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals. 
<br/><br/>
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is just seven miles away. The scenic park offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park is open to fishing.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

Road to Cold Springs

Campsite at Cold Springs

COLD SPRINGS

Road into Cold Springs

Playground at Cold Springs

Cold Springs entry sign

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)

## Overview

The Mestaa’ėhehe (pronounced mess-taw-HAY) Mountain Fire Lookout is located
directly off of Colorado Highway 103 west of Bergen Park and sits at the
summit of Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain, which is an active communication tower site
in Clear Creek County. In addition to being an active communication site, the
area is a popular dispersed recreation use area with hiking, recreational
shooting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and camping. The lookout is a
unique structure constructed of native granite which is situated at over
11,000 feet elevation and was built in the 1940s by the Civilian Conservation
Corps. The cab measures 14 feet by 14 feet and is completely lined by windows
on each side and surrounded by a catwalk, all of which sit on top of a one
story stone base.

## Recreation

Hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic driving, picnicking, snowshoeing, and cross-
country skiing are all easily accessible while staying at the lookout.

## Facilities

The lookout contains an electric stove, refrigerator, and heat; beds; table
and chairs; cookware and dishes; and an exterior incinerating toilet. Please
be aware that visitors are expected to clean and maintain the incinerating
toilet to ensure proper operation of the unit. The lookout can accommodate
four people per night. Guests will need to bring their own water for drinking,
cooking and cleaning purposes, as well as their own sleeping bags/bedding.
This is a pack it in, pack it out facility; guests will need to carry out all
trash and clean the facility prior to leaving.

During the winter months, the facilities will be cold. In the lookout, there
are two small wall heaters, and one space heater. However, with the weather
conditions, it’s not always possible for them to keep the place consistently
warm. At 11,000 feet it can also be extremely windy. Please come prepared for
the extreme winter weather conditions that can happen during your stay.

## Natural Features

Besides offering the unique experience of staying in a fire lookout,
Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain Lookout will provide visitors outstanding panoramic
views of the Great Plains, Denver, Mount Blue Sky, Pikes Peak, Longs Peak and
other snow-capped peaks.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (970) 295-6600.

## Nearby Attractions

Mount Blue Sky Recreation Area, Mount Evans Wilderness Area

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Mestaa’ėhehe (pronounced mess-taw-HAY) Mountain Fire Lookout is located directly off of Colorado Highway 103 west of Bergen Park and sits at the summit of Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain, which is an active communication tower site in Clear Creek County.  In addition to being an active communication site, the area is a popular dispersed recreation use area with hiking, recreational shooting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and camping.  The lookout is a unique structure constructed of native granite which is situated at over 11,000 feet elevation and was built in the 1940s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.  The cab measures 14 feet by 14 feet and is completely lined by windows on each side and surrounded by a catwalk, all of which sit on top of a one story stone base.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic driving, picnicking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing are all easily accessible while staying at the lookout. <h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The lookout contains an electric stove, refrigerator, and heat; beds; table and chairs; cookware and dishes; and an exterior incinerating toilet. Please be aware that visitors are expected to clean and maintain the incinerating toilet to ensure proper operation of the unit. The lookout can accommodate four people per night. Guests will need to bring their own water for drinking, cooking and cleaning purposes, as well as their own sleeping bags/bedding. This is a pack it in, pack it out facility; guests will need to carry out all trash and clean the facility prior to leaving.</p>
<p>During the winter months, the facilities will be cold. In the lookout, there are two small wall heaters, and one space heater. However, with the weather conditions, it’s not always possible for them to keep the place consistently warm.  At 11,000 feet it can also be extremely windy. Please come prepared for the extreme winter weather conditions that can happen during your stay.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Besides offering the unique experience of staying in a fire lookout, Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain Lookout will provide visitors outstanding panoramic views of the Great Plains, Denver, Mount Blue Sky, Pikes Peak, Longs Peak and other snow-capped peaks.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (970) 295-6600.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Mount Blue Sky Recreation Area, Mount Evans Wilderness Area</p>

Mestaa’Ėhehe Mountain Fire Lookout view from upper cab

Mestaa’Ėhehe Mountain Fire Lookout

Fire Lookout Tower

Visitor

Fire Lookout Tower 2

Fire Lookout Tower 4

Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain Fire Lookout

The Caribou Townsite is five miles northwest of Nederland. There are 11
numbered, designated campsites located along the National Forest System Road
505, which emerges to the north and west from Five Points. See the "At A
Glance" section below for important information.

A four wheel drive high clearance vehicle is recommended. There are no
facilities in this area. Camping is permitted in designated campsites only
(click here for a map).

The Boulder Ranger District Motor Vehicle Use Map displays National Forest
System routes open to motorized travel and is available online.

This road is open seasonally. For current information on road openings and
closures, check the Road Status Table.

<p>The&nbsp;Caribou Townsite is&nbsp;five miles northwest of Nederland. There are 11 numbered, designated campsites&nbsp;located along the National Forest System Road 505, which emerges to the north and west from Five Points. See the &quot;At A Glance&quot; section below for important information.</p><p>A four wheel drive high clearance vehicle is recommended. There are no facilities in this area. Camping is permitted in designated campsites only (<a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3814279.pdf">click here for a map</a>).</p><p>The&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5165768.pdf">Boulder Ranger District Motor Vehicle Use Map</a>&nbsp;displays National Forest System&nbsp;routes open to motorized travel and is available online.</p><p>This road is open seasonally. For current information&nbsp;on road openings and closures, check the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/arp/roads">Road Status Table</a>.</p>

Caribou Dispersed Camping Area

The Horseshoe Campground is a first come, first served campground located
along the Williams Fork River.

**Facilities:** There are seven non-electric sites that will accommodate
tents, trailers and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic
table. Additional facilities provided include restrooms and trash service.

**Natural Features:** Most campsites lack shade as the trees were removed due
to the recent mountain pine beetle epidemic.

**Recreation:**  Popular activities include hiking in the nearby Byers Peak
Wilderness, scenic driving and wildlife viewing.

**Note:** Drinking water is not available, so bring plenty of your own.

View a COTREX map.

View a campground map.

<p>The Horseshoe Campground is a first come, first served campground located along the Williams Fork River.</p><p><strong>Facilities:</strong>There are&nbsp;seven non-electric sites that will accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Additional facilities provided include restrooms and trash service.</p><p><strong>Natural Features: </strong>Most campsites lack shade as the trees were removed due to the recent mountain pine beetle epidemic.</p><p><strong>Recreation:</strong>&nbsp;Popular activities include hiking in the nearby <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/arp/recarea/?recid=80800">Byers Peak Wilderness</a>, scenic driving and wildlife viewing.</p><p><strong>Note: </strong>Drinking water is not available, so bring plenty of your own.</p><p>View a <a href="http://trails.colorado.gov/roads/horseshoe-campground-13584">COTREX map</a>.</p><p>View a <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1098585.pdf">campground map</a>.</p>

Horseshoe Campground

## Overview

Kelly Dahl Campground is located adjacent to the Peak-to-Peak Scenic Byway,
near the historic mining towns of Nederland, Rollinsville, Central City and
Black Hawk.

## Recreation

Although no formal trails exist in the campground, a few closed roads offer
campers the opportunity to explore the surrounding area. West Magnolia and
East Portal Trailheads offer trails within a short drive. The Rollins Pass
Road (Moffat Road) and other off-road routes can be found in the vicinity.  
  
The lakes across the highway are on private property and access is prohibited.

## Facilities

The campground offers 46 single-family sites that will accommodate tents,
trailers or RVs. Campsites #1 through #20 are first-come, first-served. Each
site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. There is a
maximum of eight people per site. Vault toilets, drinking water, and trash
collection are provided throughout the campground. Firewood is for sale in
campground. The road through the campground is gravel/dirt.  
  
A playground suitable for small children is located within the campground.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated among ponderosa pines, on a gentle slope, at an
approximate elevation of 8,600 feet.  
Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and consequent hazardous tree
removal, the campground offers little to no shade.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Nederland, which is four miles north of the campground, offers
grocery and hardware stores, restaurants, gas, a post office, bank and Barker
Reservoir.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Kelly Dahl Campground is located adjacent to the Peak-to-Peak Scenic Byway, near the historic mining towns of Nederland, Rollinsville, Central City and Black Hawk.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Although no formal trails exist in the campground, a few closed roads offer campers the opportunity to explore the surrounding area. West Magnolia and East Portal Trailheads offer trails within a short drive. The Rollins Pass Road (Moffat Road) and other off-road routes can be found in the vicinity.<br/>
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The lakes across the highway are on private property and access is prohibited.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 46 single-family sites that will accommodate tents, trailers or RVs. Campsites #1 through #20 are first-come, first-served. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. There is a maximum of eight people per site. Vault toilets, drinking water, and trash collection are provided throughout the campground. Firewood is for sale in campground. The road through the campground is gravel/dirt. 
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A playground suitable for small children is located within the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated among ponderosa pines, on a gentle slope, at an approximate elevation of 8,600 feet.<br/>Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and consequent hazardous tree removal, the campground offers little to no shade.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Nederland, which is four miles north of the campground, offers grocery and hardware stores, restaurants, gas, a post office, bank and Barker Reservoir.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Modifications for this campground must be made through <a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a> 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.</p>

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