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.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 7:37PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Colorado, including the following areas, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Central Yampa River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, Flat Tops, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand Valley, Grand and Battlement Mesas, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide, Upper Gunnison River Valley and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains and Utah, including the following areas, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains, Southeast Utah and Tavaputs Plateau. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars will also be especially susceptible and these include the Lee and Elk RX, Gold Mountain and Elk, Ferris, and Babylon burn scars to name a few. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Monsoonal moisture will remain across the area through Monday evening and will support thunderstorms and showers with heavy rainfall across the watch area. Several rounds of heavier rain are expected increasing the chance for flash flooding especially in our more susceptible areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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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