Bear-resistant food storage is required at Deep Lake Campground
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Currently closed for the season. High-elevation campgrounds in this area typically open in mid-June when snow conditions permit. Bear-resistant food storage is required due to increased bear activity.

Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 2 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

12:34 PM — July 2nd, 2:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8000 feet. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 1 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

12:34 PM — July 2nd, 2:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8000 feet. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Air Quality Alert issued July 1 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

4:10 PM — July 2nd, 9:00 AM

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.

About

At 10,580 feet elevation, Deep Lake Campground offers a truly remote experience on Colorado's White River Plateau. The campground borders 37-acre Deep Lake in a sparse spruce/fir forest with sweeping views of subalpine meadows and the start of Deep Creek canyon, where the lake's waters plunge over 4,000 feet to the Colorado River below. During July and August, wildflowers add vibrant color to the lush green landscape. The campground serves as an excellent base for multiple activities. Trout fishing in Deep Lake is popular, with a nearby day-use area offering a boat launch for non-motorized and electric motorized boats. The Flat Tops Wilderness lies a few miles north with hundreds of miles of hiking trails. In fall, the abundant elk and mule deer populations make this world-class hunting territory. Reaching the campground requires driving 29 miles on gravel roads from the nearest pavement. While FSR 600 is passable to 2WD vehicles in good conditions, portions may become impassable when wet even for 4WD vehicles. Many surrounding roads require high-clearance four-wheel drive. At this elevation, visitors should be prepared for altitude effects and rapidly changing weather conditions.

Directions

From Interstate 70, take exit 133 (Dotsero). Drive north on Colorado River Road for 1.7 miles. Turn left on FSR 600 (Coffeepot Road). Drive FSR 600 for 12 miles to the White River National Forest boundary. Continue on FSR 600 for 17 more miles. Turn right at FSR 600.3E to the signed campground entrance.

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 $6 - $24

Vehicle

Max RV Length 35ft
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 827-5715

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Bear-resistant food storage is required at Deep Lake Campground
Deep Lake from Deep Lake Campground
Deep Creek from Deep Lake Campground
Deep Lake Campground
Deep Lake Campground entrance
Looking down Deep Creek from Deep Lake Campground
Deep Lake Campground informational kiosk and fee station
A vault toilet at Deep Lake Campground.
Lake access parking

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