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GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND

Gore Creek Campground

Closed

Closed for the season. Opens May 20, 2026. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.

Flood Watch issued August 30 at 7:37PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

August 30th, 7:37 PM — 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be 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 Monday 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 through Monday evening 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

White River National Forest

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.

White River National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

About

Gore Creek Campground offers 24 campsites along Gore Creek in a forested setting at 8,700 feet elevation, just six miles east of Vail. The campground features 16 back-in sites accommodating RVs up to 35 feet and 8 walk-in tent sites. Each site includes a picnic table, fire pit, and bear-resistant food locker. Vault toilets are available, including four ADA-accessible restrooms, and Site 18 is a fully accessible tent site. The campground's location near the Eagles Nest Wilderness boundary provides access to several wilderness trailheads for hiking and horseback riding. It also sits at the western terminus of the paved Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon recreation trail, popular for cycling and walking. The town of Vail is the closest full-service community, offering dining, supplies, and world-class recreational opportunities. Campers should note that potable water is not available at this campground; bring your own supply. Bear activity is common, so proper food storage in the provided lockers is mandatory. Fire restrictions may be imposed during hot, dry conditions.

Directions

From I-70, take Exit 180 for East Vail. Turn right and follow the south frontage road (Bighorn Road) east for approximately 2 miles. The campground is on the left just before the road closure gate.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $29

Vehicle

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

Contact

Email Help.WhiteRiver.HolyCross@AmericanLL.com
Phone +1 (970) 468-7681

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

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GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND
GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND
GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND
GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND

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