South Fork Campground & Trailhead

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The South Fork Campground provides good access to fishing on the South Fork of the White River, and hiking & horseback riding in the Flat Tops Wilderness.

This site provides access to South Fork Trail #1827 and Spring Cave Trail #1834.

Overflow camping is available (regular fees apply).

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Rules

Wilderness regulations apply in Flat Tops Wilderness. Visitors to Spring Cave must follow decontamination procedures, register and obtain a caving permit in advance of their trip.

Directions

The South Fork Campground is located 29 miles east of Meeker, CO. From Meeker, take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn right (east) on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 18 miles. Turn south and Rio Blanco County Road 10 for 2 miles, jog north .25 miles, then continue east for 10 miles to the campground. Horse trailer parking is available to the east just after entering the campground.

Stay Limit

Wilderness regulations apply in Flat Tops Wilderness. Visitors to Spring Cave must follow decontamination procedures, register and obtain a caving permit in advance of their trip.