Bear Lake Campground
Currently closed for the winter season. The campground typically opens mid-June and operates through early to mid-October, weather dependent. All sites are first-come first-served with no advance reservations.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Bear Lake Campground is located in the Bear River area of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, situated just east of Bear Lake at an elevation near 10,000 feet. The campground was completely rebuilt in 2002 and features 43 sites including 3 double-sites and 1 triple-site, all surrounded by mixed conifer and aspen forest. Facilities include six vault toilets (three of which are ADA accessible), potable water, and trash services. Each campsite is equipped with a fire grate, picnic table, and tent pad. The campground can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet in length but has no hookups or dump station. Recreation opportunities include fishing and boating on Bear Lake, hiking on nearby trails, and big game hunting during fall. Dogs are permitted but must remain on leash at all times. Horses and pack animals are not allowed in the campground.
Directions
From Yampa: Travel south/southwest on Routt County Road 7 approximately 7 miles to Forest Development Road 900. Continue another 7 miles on FDR 900 to Bear Lake Campground on the left side of the road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Bear Lake Campground Page |
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