Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-bow Routt Nf
Currently closed for the season. The campground typically operates mid-June through mid-October. Opening may be delayed due to heavy snow conditions. May remain open past Labor Day depending on weather.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 10:23AM MDT until June 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 200 Little Snake Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 201 Routt Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 202 White River Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 203 Lower Colorado River, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 291 Northern San Juan Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 487 Book Cliffs. * TIMING...From 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
About
Hahns Peak Lake Campground occupies a scenic lakeside setting in the Routt National Forest of northwest Colorado. At 8,500 feet elevation, the campground sits beneath the distinctive profile of Hahns Peak (10,774 ft), the easternmost point of the Elkhead Mountains. The 26 campsites are distributed across two loops (Woods and Lake) within a mixed spruce, pine, and fir forest. Lupine, columbine, and other wildflowers bloom throughout the campground during summer months. The 160-acre Hahns Peak Lake provides excellent trout fishing from shore or by boat. Only non-motorized and electric motor boats are permitted. Hiking, mountain biking, and OHV use are available on surrounding trails, with the Prospector/Nipple Peak Loop being especially popular for mountain biking. The West Side Lake Trail offers a nearly mile-long walk along the lakeshore. Steamboat Lake State Park is a short drive away for additional recreation. Four vault toilets serve the campground. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own supply. Bear-resistant food storage is required. The high elevation means visitors should acclimate gradually if arriving from lower elevations.
Directions
From Steamboat Springs, go 1 mile west on US 40, then 28 miles north on County Road 129, then 2 miles west on Forest Road 486.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $52 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 870-2299 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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