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372 campgrounds tracked (327 USDA Forest Service, 25 National Park Service, 20 Bureau of Land Management). View Colorado on the map

Today: 16 open · 17 open year-round · 33 closing within 30 days · 218 closed · 88 not yet known. See them on the map?state=CO.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (state parks): Six-month advance reservation window. Source, checked 2026-10-15.

CampgroundPark / forestStateSeasonReservations
Almont CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Alvarado CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOSeasons of Use: Early May to late SeptemberRecreation.gov Reserve
Amphitheater CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Angel Of Shavano GroupPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCurrent conditions: This site is open mid-May to mid-September, dependent on weather.Recreation.gov Reserve
Angel of Shavano CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCurrent conditions: This campground is open from mid-May to mid-September, dependent on weather.Recreation.gov Reserve
Ansel Watrous CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Apr 30, 2027)Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Arapaho Bay CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Aspen CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Aspen CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCORecreation.gov: Sightings are common, especially during early and late season.The closest town is Walden, Colorado, about 35 miles from the campsite.Recreation.gov Reserve
Aspen Glade CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Aspen Glen CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 22, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Aspenglen CampgroundRocky Mountain National ParkCOMay 21, 2026 – Sep 28, 2026Reservation (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Avalanche CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 21, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Baby Doe CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Bear Lake CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCurrent conditions: This campground is open late May to late September, weather dependent.Recreation.gov Reserve
Beaver Lake CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Bellaire Lake CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Belle of Colorado CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Big Bend CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 22, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Big Cimarron CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Big Creek CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Big Creek Lakes CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOOpen now (per Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG (official page))Recreation.gov Reserve
Big Meadows Reservoir CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Big South CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 22, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First come, first served First-come, first-served Official info
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison North Rim CampgroundBlack Canyon Of The Gunnison National ParkCO— – Nov 1, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim CampgroundBlack Canyon Of The Gunnison National ParkCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 30, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Blanco River Group CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel NFPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.A well-marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.Recreation.gov Reserve
Blue Mountain CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Blue River CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Bogan Flats CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Bogan Flats GroupWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Bootleg CampgroundClosed (per forest page)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Bridge CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Bristol Head CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027—
Browns Park CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 12, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Buckeye Recreation Area CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Typically open mid May-September)Manti-La Sal National ForestCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Typically open mid May-September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Bucks CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 2, 2026 – Sep 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Buffalo CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Buffalo Springs CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Bull Mountain CampgroundArapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NGCORecreation.gov: Year-round, however, the access road is closed to motor vehicles between Nov.—
Burning Bear CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCO— – Oct 21, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Burro Bridge CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOSeasons of Use: Mid-May through September. For specific open / closure dates, visit recreation.gov .Recreation.gov Reserve
Camp Dick CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Camp Hale CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 24, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Camp Hale East Fork GroupWhite River National ForestCORecreation.gov: Located in the wide-open spaces of a lush green valley near the headwaters of the Eagle River and East Fork Eagle River, Camp Hale East Fork is the ideal spot for large group camping.Recreation.gov Reserve
Camp Hale MemorialClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Cascade (colorado) CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Cataract Creek CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 21, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Cathedral CampgroundYear-roundRio Grande National ForestCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Cayton CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Cement Creek CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Chalk Lake CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Chambers Lake CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 12, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Chapman CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Chapman GroupWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Chris ParkSan Juan National ForestCORecreation.gov: Picnic tables and campfire rings provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.The campground is situated in a mostly flat, open area, shaded by scattered ponderosa pine trees. Built in the late 1800s, the road was used for six years until the railway opened.Recreation.gov Reserve
Cimarron CampgroundCurecanti National Recreation AreaCO— – Oct 29, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Cimarrona CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Clear Lake CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 29, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served only Reserve
Coaldale CampgroundClosed (per forest page)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed (per forest page)—
Cobbett Lake CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCORecreation.gov: Cedaredge's "Applefest" festival is held annually in October.Cobbett Lake is open to non-motorized watercraft, making it a perfect place for canoeing and fishing.Recreation.gov Reserve
Cold Spring CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF CampgroundArapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NGCORecreation.gov: Every stream and pond in the park is open to fishing.The surrounding area has many great hiking trails.Recreation.gov Reserve
Cold Springs CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Cold Springs CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOJun 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 (approx.)—
Collegiate Peaks CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Colorado CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 4, 2026; reopens May 26, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Columbine CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Comstock CampgroundYear-roundRio Grande National ForestCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Cordova Pass CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Cottonwood Grove CampgroundGunnison Gorge WildernessCO——
Cottonwood Lake - PSICC CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Cottonwood Lake CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Cove CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Cow Creek North CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Cow Creek South CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Crag Crest CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Crescent Mining CampClosed (per forest page)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Crow Valley CampgroundPawnee National GrasslandCOCloses Nov 8, 2026; reopens Apr 30, 2027Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Crow Valley Group -Lark -Plover -HawkPawnee National GrasslandCOMay 1, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Cutthroat Bay GroupArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Cutthroat CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 2, 2026 – Oct 20, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Davenport CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCurrent conditions: This campground is open early May to late September, weather dependent.Recreation.gov Reserve
Dearhamer CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Deep Lake CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 23, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Deer Creek CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Deer Lakes CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Deerlodge Park CampgroundYear-roundDinosaur National MonumentCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Denver Creek CampgroundClosed for 2026Arapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for 2026NA
Devils Head CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Dexter CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Difficult CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Difficult GroupWhite River National ForestCOMay 21, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Dinner Station CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCORecreation.gov: Most campsites are situated with the Taylor River on one side and open views of the Sawatch Mountains on the other side.Taylor Park Reservoir is less than five miles from the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming opportunities.Recreation.gov Reserve
Dowdy Lake CampgroundYear-roundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOOpen year-roundReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Dry Lake CampgroundClosed for the seasonMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Dumont CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCORecreation.gov: Dumont Lake is particularly known for its birding opportunities.The closest town is Steamboat Springs, Colorado.Recreation.gov Reserve
Dutch George Flats CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
East Elk Creek Group CampsiteClosed for the seasonCurecanti National Recreation AreaCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
East Fork CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
East Fork GroupWhite River National ForestCOMay 24, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
East Marvine CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Nov 2, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
East Portal CampgroundClosed for the seasonCurecanti National Recreation AreaCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Echo Lake CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Echo Park CampgroundDinosaur National MonumentCORecreation.gov: There are vault toilets, drinking water spigots (seasonal), and a self-pay station. The Yampa, the largest free-flowing tributary of the Colorado River system, has a shorter, snowmelt-driven season. The Echo Park Campground has vault toilets and drinking water spigots (seasonal).Recreation.gov Reserve
Elbert Creek CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Elk Creek CampgroundCurecanti National Recreation AreaCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 30, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Elk Creek CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Elk Wallow CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Elliott CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Elliott Creek CampgroundWhite River National ForestCORecreation.gov: The Heeney Marina below the Town of Heeney on the west shore is open during daylight hours throughout the season. In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined Recreation.gov Reserve
Erickson Springs CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Father Dyer CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Flat Rocks CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Florida CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Fourmile CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Fulford Cave CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 24, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Gates of Lodore CampgroundDinosaur National MonumentCORecreation.gov: Gates of Lodore campground has vault toilets and drinking water spigots (seasonal). As such, it has a shorter season marked by fluctuations in water level resulting from snow received in the winter.Recreation.gov Reserve
Geneva Park CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Glacier Basin CampgroundClosed for 2026/2027 winter; 2027 dates not postedRocky Mountain National ParkCOClosed for 2026/2027 winter; 2027 dates not postedReservation (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Gold Park CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 24, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Goose Creek CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Gore Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Gothic CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Graham Creek CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Grandview CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJul 1, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Green Mountain CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCurrent conditions: The campground is open early May to late September, dependent on the weather.Recreation.gov Reserve
Green Ridge CampgroundClosed for the seasonArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Guanella Pass CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Gypsum CampgroundCOMay 15, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026—
Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NFMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Halfmoon CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 21, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Halfmoon East CampgroundTemporarily closed (per forest page)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOTemporarily closed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Halfmoon West CampgroundTemporarily closed (per forest page)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOTemporarily closed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Hall Valley CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Handcart CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Happy Meadows CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Haviland Lake CampgroundClosed for the seasonSan Juan National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Hayden Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Heaton Bay CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Hidden Lakes CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOOpen now (per Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG (official page))Recreation.gov Reserve
Himes Peak CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 3, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Hinman CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Homestake Valley CampgroundWhite River National ForestCO— – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Hornsilver CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Horse Thief CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 2, 2026 – Nov 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Horseshoe CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Horseshoe CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Hovenweep CampgroundHovenweep National MonumentCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 30, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Idlewild CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 22, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served & reservable Reserve
Indian Creek Equestrian CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Iron City CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Island Lake CampgroundClosed (Forest Service alert: Little Bear Campground and Island Lake Day Use Area, Roads and Trail Closure)Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCOClosed (Forest Service alert: Little Bear Campground and Island Lake Day Use Area, Roads and Trail Closure)Recreation.gov Reserve
Ivy Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonRio Grande National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Jacks Gulch CampgroundClosed for 2026Arapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for 2026— Reserve
Jacks Gulch Equestrian CampgroundClosed for 2026Arapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for 2026—
Jacks Gulch GroupClosed for 2026Arapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for 2026—
Jefferson Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Jouflas CampgroundCO——
Jumbo CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCORecreation.gov: Cedaredge's "Applefest" festival is held annually in October.Jumbo and Sunset Lakes are open to non-motorized watercraft, making each a perfect place for canoeing and fishing. 501 is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.Recreation.gov Reserve
Junction Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonSan Juan National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Kelly Dahl CampgroundClosed for the seasonArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Kelly Flats CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Kelsey CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Kenosha East CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOSeasons of Use: Early May to late DecemberRecreation.gov Reserve
Kenosha Pass CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Knowles Overlook CampgroundMcInnis Canyons National Conservation AreaCO——
Kroeger CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
La Vista Campground - Lake IsabelPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: The 15-mile Cisneros Trail, also open to ATV riders, leads to the heart of the Wet Mountains, through forests and open, wildflower speckled valleys.Recreation.gov Reserve
Lake Creek CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCurrent conditions: This campground is open early May to late September, weather dependent.Recreation.gov Reserve
Lake Fork CampgroundCurecanti National Recreation AreaCORecreation.gov: Elk Creek, Lake Fork and Iola boat ramps are OPEN for the season.Recreation.gov Reserve
Lake Fork(rio Grande Natl Fore CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Lake Irwin CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Lakeview CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Lakeview Gunnison CampgroundClosed for the seasonGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Lincoln Creek Dispersed CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOCurrent conditions: For summer 2024 Grizzly Reservoir is drained while the dam is being repaired. High concentrations of heavy metals have been found in Lincoln Creek.—
Lincoln Gulch CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 21, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Little Bear CampgroundClosed (Forest Service alert: Little Bear Campground and Island Lake Day Use Area, Roads and Trail Closure)Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCOClosed (Forest Service alert: Little Bear Campground and Island Lake Day Use Area, Roads and Trail Closure)Recreation.gov Reserve
Little Mattie CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Little Maud CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, COLORADO) CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Lodgepole CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Lone Rock CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCO— – Oct 21, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Long Draw CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJul 1, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Longs Peak CampgroundClosed for 2026/2027 winter; typically opens early JulyRocky Mountain National ParkCOClosed for 2026/2027 winter; typically opens early JulyFirst-come, first-served, tents only Reserve
Lost ParkClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Lostman CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 21, 2026 – Oct 15, 2026—
Lottis Creek CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Lower Hermosa CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Lower Piedra CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Lowry CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Lynx Pass CampgroundClosed (per forest page)Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOClosed (per forest page)—
Marshall ParkRio Grande National ForestCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Marvine CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Nov 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Matchless CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Matterhorn CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCORecreation.gov: Sites on the inside are more open. The trail is open to hiking, biking and horseback riding.Recreation.gov Reserve
Mavreeso CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
May Queen CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: This campground is open late May to late September, weather )Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: This campground is open late May to late September, weather )Recreation.gov Reserve
McDonald Flats CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Mcphee Recreation ComplexSan Juan National ForestCORecreation.gov: Nearest RV Dump Stations: Speedway Convenience Store, 20453 Hwy 160, Durango, CO 81301 Cortez RV Dump, 110 West Progress Circle, Cortez, CO 81321, 970-565-7320, Open May 1 to October 30Recreation.gov Reserve
Meadow Lake CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 4, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Meadow Ridge CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 4, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Meadow Ridge CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Mid-May to mid-September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Mid-May to mid-September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Meadows CampgroundClosed (per forest page)Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Meadows Group CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Medano Pass Primitive Road CampsitesGreat Sand Dunes National Park & PreserveCO——
Meeker Park CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 6, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Meeker Park Overflow CampgroundClosed (per forest page)Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NGCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Meridian CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Michigan Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Middle Mountain CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Midland CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Midland Group CampgroundClosed (per forest page)Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NGCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Mill Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Miller Creek CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Mingus Ranch CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 29, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Mizpah CampgroundClosed for 2026Arapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for 2026NA
Mogote CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Mollie B CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Molly Brown CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Monarch ParkClosed (per forest page)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Moraine Park CampgroundRocky Mountain National ParkCOMay 21, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026Reservation (Recreation.gov) in summer; first-come, first-served in winter Reserve
Morefield CampgroundMesa Verde National ParkCOApr 24, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026— Reserve
Mosca CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Mount Princeton CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Mountain Park CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Mountain Park GroupClosed (per forest page)Arapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed (per forest page)Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Narrows CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
North Bank CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
North Canyon CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
North Fork CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Nov 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
North Fork CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens Jun 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
North Fork Poudre CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 12, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
North Fruita Desert Campground18 Road - North Fruita DesertCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 30, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
North Rim CampgroundBlack Canyon of the Gunnison National ParkCOOpen now (per Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park)First-come, first-served; pay via Scan & Pay First-come, first-served Official info
Oh Be Joyful CampgroundClosed for the seasonGunnisonCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Ohaver Lake CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Olive Ridge CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
One Mile CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Ophir Creek CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Osprey CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Ouzel CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Painted Rocks CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Palisades Horse CampSan Juan National ForestCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens Jun 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Parry Peak CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Pawnee CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 26, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Peaceful Valley CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Peak One CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Penitente Canyon CampgroundYear-roundPenitente CanyonCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Pickle Gulch CampgroundClosed for the seasonArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Pike Community CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Pine Cove CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Pine Point CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Pine River CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Pines CampgroundMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOOpen now (per Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG (official page))Recreation.gov Reserve
Pitkin CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Piñon Flats CampgroundGreat Sand Dunes National ParkCOApr 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026Reservation only (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Platte River CampgroundYear-roundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Ponderosa CampgroundCurecanti National Recreation AreaCO— – Nov 17, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Ponderosa Group - Lake IsabelPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: The 15-mile Cisneros Trail, also open to ATV riders, leads to the heart of the Wet Mountains, through forests and open, wildflower-speckled valleys.Recreation.gov Reserve
Portal CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 1, 2026 – Nov 22, 2026—
Prairie Point CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Printer Boy CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: A dump station located just outside the campground is CLOSED (2024).The campground is situated within walking distance of the lakeshore in a forest of lodgepole pine and subalpine fir.Recreation.gov Reserve
Prospector CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Pulver Mountain Group SiteClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Pumphouse Recreation AreaKremmling Recreation Management AreaCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 29, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Purgatoire CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Early May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Quartz CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Rabbit Valley CampgroundMcInnis Canyons National Conservation AreaCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 30, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Radium Recreation AreaKremmling Recreation Management AreaCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 29, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Rainbow Lakes CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 12, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed CampingPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCO— – Oct 25, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Red Bridge CampgroundGunnisonCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Red Creek Group SiteCurecanti National Recreation AreaCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Red Rocks Group CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to mid-September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to mid-September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Redstone CampgroundClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Redstone I (Allgeier/Osgood)White River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Redstone II (Mechau)White River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Sep 24, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Rio Grande CampgroundClosed for the seasonRio Grande National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
River Hill CampgroundRio Grande National ForestCOCloses Sep 7, 2026; reopens May 31, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Rivers End CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Riverside CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Robbers Roost CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Rock Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonRio Grande National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Rosy Lane CampgroundClosed for the seasonGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Round Mountain CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Ruedi Marina CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 13, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Saddlehorn CampgroundColorado National MonumentCOOpen now (bookable nights on Recreation.gov through Nov 30, 2026)Recreation.gov Reserve
Sage CampgroundNorth Sand Hills OHV AreaCO——
Sand Gulch CampgroundYear-roundShelf Road SitesCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Seedhouse CampgroundClosed for the seasonMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Seedhouse Group Site - Medicine-Bow Routt NFMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Selkirk CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Shepherd's Rim CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 3, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Sig Creek CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Silver Bar CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 28, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Silver Bell CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 28, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Silver Dollar CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Silver Jack CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Silver Queen CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 28, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Sleeping Elephant CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 22, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Snowblind CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Snowslide CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Soap Creek CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
South Fork CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 14, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
South Fork CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026First-come, first-served; reservable group site
South Fork Group Site - Arapaho NFClosed for the seasonArapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NGCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
South Meadows - Pike San Isabel NF CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
South Mineral CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
South Rim CampgroundYear-roundBlack Canyon of the Gunnison National ParkCOOpen year-roundReservation (Recreation.gov)
Southside Campground - Lake IsabelPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: The 15-mile Cisneros Trail, also open to ATV riders, leads to the heart of the Wet Mountains, through forests and open, wildflower-speckled valleys.Recreation.gov Reserve
Spillway CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Spring Creek CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Springdale CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to early September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to early September)Recreation.gov Reserve
Springer Gulch CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Spruce Group - Lake IsabelPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: The 15-mile Cisneros Trail, also open to ATV riders, leads to the heart of the Wet Mountains, through forests and open, wildflower speckled valleys.Recreation.gov Reserve
Spruce Grove CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Spruce Grove CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
St Charles Campground - Lake IsabelPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCORecreation.gov: Both trails are also open to motorcycles, and Cisneros is a challenging ATV route.Recreation.gov Reserve
St. Louis Creek CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served & reservable Reserve
Stevens Creek CampgroundCurecanti National Recreation AreaCORecreation.gov: This is the closest campground to the town of Gunnison, CO.Recreation.gov Reserve
Steward J. Adams Education SitePawnee National GrasslandCOMay 1, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Stillwater CampgroundClosed for the seasonArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Stove Prairie CampgroundClosed for the seasonArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOClosed for the season; reopens Apr 30, 2027Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Sugarloaf CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 5, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Sunset Point CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served Reserve
Sunshine CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Sweetwater CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 24, 2026 – —First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Tabor CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Target Tree CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Teal CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Teal Lake Group CampsiteMedicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NGCORecreation.gov: The area is generally snow-free from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but visitors should come prepared for anything, including freezing temperatures and snow during summer.The closest town is Walden, Colorado.Recreation.gov Reserve
The Bank CampgroundYear-roundShelf Road SitesCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
The Crags CampgroundClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the season (forest page season: Late May to late September)Recreation.gov Reserve
The Gate CampgroundGunnisonCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Thirty Mile CampgroundYear-roundRio Grande National ForestCOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Thompson Creek CampgroundCO——
Thunder Ridge CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Timber Creek CampgroundClosed for the seasonRocky Mountain National ParkCOClosed for the seasonReservation (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Timberline CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCO— – Oct 21, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Tom Bennett CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Transfer CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Transfer Park CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOSeasons of Use: Late May through September. For specific open / closure dates, visit recreation.gov.Recreation.gov Reserve
Trapline CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOJun 2, 2026 – Sep 2, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Tunnel CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOJun 12, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
Turtle Rock CampgroundRoyal GorgeCOMar 1, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Twin Eagle CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
Twin Peaks CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Ute CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Vallecito CampgroundSan Juan National ForestCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Ward Lake CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Weir and Johnson CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Weller CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 21, 2026 – Oct 15, 2026First-come, first-served First-come, first-served Official info
West Chicago Creek CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
West Dolores CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
West Fork CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
West Lake CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Weston Pass CampgroundClosed for the seasonPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOClosed for the seasonRecreation.gov Reserve
White Star CampgroundPike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National GrasslandsCOCloses Sep 30, 2026; reopens May 1, 2027 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Williams Creek CampgroundClosed (per forest page)San Juan National ForestCOClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Williams Creek CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Willow CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 20, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Reservable (Recreation.gov)
Willow Creek CampgroundArapaho and Roosevelt National ForestsCOMay 15, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026First-come, first-served; reservable group site
Willow Creek GroupArapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NGCORecreation.gov: It is open to canoes, kayaks and other non-motorized boats.Recreation.gov Reserve
Willows CampgroundWhite River National ForestCORecreation.gov: In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. Long before this designation, the area was home to the Recreation.gov Reserve
Windy Point GroupClosed for the seasonWhite River National ForestCOClosed for the seasonReservable (Recreation.gov) Reserve
Wolcott CampgroundUpper Colorado River Recreation AreaCORecreation.gov: The Wolcott Campground and boat ramp are open May 15 - November 15 annually.—
Woods Lake CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestCO—Recreation.gov Reserve
Yeoman CampgroundWhite River National ForestCORecreation.gov: Yeoman Park campground has 24 campsites; 11 sites have tent platforms; 15 of the sites are within a forested area while the other 9 are in the open. Campsites in Loop B will not have picnic tables during the 2022 season. For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.SRecreation.gov Reserve
Yeoman Park CampgroundWhite River National ForestCOMay 24, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026Loop A reservable, Loop B FCFS
Zapata Falls CampgroundYear-roundZapata Falls SRMACOOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve

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