Columbine Campground
The campground is open and operating. Some sites are first-come-first-served while others are reservable through Recreation.gov. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect for Gilpin County; campfires are permitted only in designated fire rings.
Air Quality Alert issued July 1 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke. WHERE...Moffat, Routt, Jackson, Grand, Rio Blanco, Garfield, Eagle, Summit, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Mesa, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Delta, Gunnison, Chaffee, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel, Dolores, and northern parts of Montezuma and Saguache Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Craig, Steamboat Springs, Walden, Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs, Kremmling, Meeker, Rangely, Glenwood Springs, Eagle, Vail, Breckenridge, Central City, Georgetown, Grand Junction, Aspen, Leadville, Fairplay, Delta, Gunnison, Buena Vista, Salida, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray, Telluride, Dove Creek, and Saguache. WHEN...900 AM Wednesday July 01 to 900 AM Thursday July 02 IMPACTS...Areas downwind of large fires in southwestern Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to heavy smoke through at least Thursday morning. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease, respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present. Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
Air Quality Alert issued July 1 at 9:10AM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke. WHERE...Moffat, Routt, Jackson, Grand, Rio Blanco, Garfield, Eagle, Summit, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Mesa, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Delta, Gunnison, Chaffee, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel, Dolores, and northern parts of Montezuma and Saguache Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Craig, Steamboat Springs, Walden, Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs, Kremmling, Meeker, Rangely, Glenwood Springs, Eagle, Vail, Breckenridge, Central City, Georgetown, Grand Junction, Aspen, Leadville, Fairplay, Delta, Gunnison, Buena Vista, Salida, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray, Telluride, Dove Creek, and Saguache. WHEN...900 AM Wednesday July 01 to 900 AM Thursday July 02 IMPACTS...Areas downwind of large fires in southwestern Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to heavy smoke through at least Thursday morning. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease, respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present. Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
From Recreation.gov
All vehicles including, RVs, trailers, and other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Parking spur lengths range from 25 to 55 feet. Driving off road or parking off spurs is not allowed.
About
Columbine Campground is situated in the Arapaho National Forest, approximately two miles northwest of the historic mining town of Central City, Colorado. The campground sits at 9,200 feet elevation in a grove of aspen and lodgepole pine, though shade may be limited in some areas due to mountain pine beetle mitigation efforts. The two-loop layout contains 46 sites: five tent-only and 41 accommodating both tents and RVs. The campground is a favorite among off-road enthusiasts, with many jeep roads accessible directly from the area. Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a short drive away, offering 35+ miles of hiking trails plus mountain biking and horseback riding. Scenic driving along the Peak to Peak Byway (Highways 119 and 72) and fishing in nearby creeks, rivers, and lakes round out the recreation options. Access is via Gilpin County Road 279, which becomes gravel approaching the campground. Interior roads are dirt. Parking spurs range from 25 to 55 feet, and all vehicles must fit entirely on the spur. Maximum occupancy is eight people per site.
Directions
From I-25 in Denver, take 6th Ave West to Highway 6 through Clear Creek Canyon. Proceed north on Highway 119, then turn left on Gilpin County Road 279 (Gregory St) in Black Hawk. Follow signs to Central City. Gregory St becomes Lawrence St at the Central City limits, then Eureka St. Continue on Eureka St until the road turns to gravel and follow signs to the campground, located two miles northwest of Central City.
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 | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 55ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 55ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 295-6600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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