Blacktail Creek Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. It typically reopens after Memorial Day (late May) and operates through October, weather dependent. All 8 sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
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.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
About
Blacktail Creek Campground is a small, highway-accessible campground in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, located on Colorado Highway 134 (Gore Pass) between the towns of Kremmling and Yampa. With just 8 first-come, first-served sites at 9,000 feet elevation, this campground serves as a convenient overnight stop for travelers or a base for exploring the surrounding area. The campground was affected by mountain pine beetle but retains many young aspen trees. Since it sits low along the highway, views consist primarily of the recovering aspen forest rather than dramatic mountain vistas. Each site includes a tent pad, fire grate, and picnic table. A single vault toilet serves the campground, and potable water is typically available from June through September depending on weather. Blacktail Creek flows behind the campground, providing stream fishing opportunities. The campground operates on a cash or check basis only with exact change required. Dogs are welcome but must remain leashed at all times.
Directions
From Yampa: Travel south on Colorado Highway 131 approximately 9 miles to Colorado Highway 134. Go east on Highway 134 approximately 14 miles to Blacktail Creek Campground on the right side of the road.
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 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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