Chapman Reservoir Campground
The campground operates seasonally, typically June through October depending on weather and snow conditions. Sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Campers must bring their own drinking water as potable water is not available.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 4:18AM MDT until August 31 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is 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 this 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 today 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
Chapman Reservoir Campground is a small, peaceful campground located in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest outside of Yampa, Colorado. Situated at 9,300 feet elevation near Dunckley Pass along the Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway, the campground offers 12 sites with picnic tables and fire grates. A camp host is present during summer months. The campground provides access to Chapman Reservoir, which is reached via a short walk from the camping area. Activities include fishing and wakeless boating on the reservoir. ATVs cannot be driven through the campground but can be trailered to the area for riding on nearby trails. The Yampa Ranger Station/Visitor Center offers brochures on the scenic byway. This is a primitive campground with no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. Payment is by exact cash or check only. Horse and pack animals are not permitted at this site.
Directions
From Yampa, drive 5 miles on County Road 17, turn left on County Road 132 (which becomes County Road 8/Forest Road 16) and continue for 7 miles, then turn left on FR 940 and continue for 1 mile.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 638-4516 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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