Freeman Reservoir Campground
Currently closed. The Forest Service will resume management of the campground in June 2026. Typical operating season runs mid-June through October 31, weather dependent. Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations.
Fire Weather Watch issued June 10 at 11:51AM MDT until June 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from Friday morning through Friday evening. The Fire Weather Watch has been cancelled. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 201 Routt Forecast Area. * TIMING...From Friday morning through Friday evening. * WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...10 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
About
Freeman Reservoir Campground is a rustic destination in northwestern Colorado's Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, positioned along the shores of Freeman Reservoir at roughly 8,200 feet elevation. The campground offers 18 sites with a mix of pull-through and back-in configurations, each equipped with a fire grate and picnic table. Two vault toilets serve the facility, and garbage services are provided. The campground particularly caters to equestrian users, with corrals and horse trailer parking on site. Freeman Reservoir itself is a scenic mountain lake where fishing is permitted but motorized watercraft, including electric motors, are prohibited. The surrounding area provides access to trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, though no motorized trail access originates from this campground. The California Park area lies nearby, though it closes May 15 through July 1 annually to protect Greater Sandhill Crane nesting habitat. The campground operates seasonally from mid-June through late October or mid-November, weather dependent. Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations. Campers should note that potable water is not available and payment is exact cash or check only.
Directions
From Craig, CO, travel north on Highway 13 for 12 miles, then turn east on Moffat County Road 11 (Freeman Reservoir Access). Continue on the graveled road for 8.5 miles to the recreation area.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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