Ponderosa

Summary

Ponderosa Campground is located on the Soap Creek Arm of Blue Mesa Reservoir. It offers tent and medium-sized RV sites, all of which are available on a first-come-first-served basis. The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 50 and Soap Creek Road, though road conditions may be difficult to navigate during rainy weather.

Ponderosa Campground is located at the northwest end of the Soap Creek Arm of Blue Mesa Reservoir. From U.S. Highway 50, follow CO Highway 92 1/2 mile past Blue Mesa Dam to Soap Creek Road. Proceed 7 miles north on the gravel Soap Creek Road. Tents and medium sized RVs can be accommodated at Ponderosa. All sites are first-come first-served. Elevation: 7880 feet Note: During dry conditions, the first 7 miles of Soap Creek Road are passable to trailers and RVs. Rain can make the Soap Creek Road impassable.