Horseshoe Campground
Typically closed until mid-June due to snow. The campground operates mid-June through late October or early November, weather dependent. First-come, first-served; no reservations. Payment by exact cash or check only at the self-service kiosk.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 7:37PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* 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
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.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Horseshoe Campground sits at 10,100 feet in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, surrounded by the scenic 235,000-acre Flat Tops Wilderness. The seven campsites are spread among the trees, providing a sense of privacy and solitude that's increasingly rare at developed campgrounds. Each site includes a picnic table and fire grate. The campground serves as an excellent base for backcountry exploration. Mandall Lakes Trailhead, Smith Lake Trailhead, and Stillwater Trailhead are all located nearby on Forest Service Road 900, providing hiking access deep into the Flat Tops. Anglers will appreciate the proximity to Yamcolo Reservoir, Stillwater Reservoir, and Bear Lake, with a boat launch available at Yamcolo. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water. Campers must bring their own drinking water. Sites accommodate trailers up to 25 feet. Payment is by exact cash or check only at the self-service kiosk; credit cards are not accepted.
Directions
From Yampa, CO, travel south/southwest on Routt County Road 7 for approximately 7 miles. The paved road turns to gravel at the Forest boundary and becomes Forest Service Road 900. Continue on FSR 900 for approximately 9 miles past Yamcolo Reservoir and Bear Lake. Horseshoe Campground is on the right side of the road.
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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 | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Horseshoe Campground | |
| Medicine Bow-Routt NF Alerts |
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