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Trappers Lake/Cutthroat Campground

Closed

The campground operates seasonally due to high elevation. Typical opening is late May to early June, with closure in September or October depending on snow conditions. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.

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.

White River National Forest

Cave Closure and Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.

About

Cutthroat Campground is one of five Forest Service campgrounds in the Trappers Lake area of the White River National Forest in northwestern Colorado. The campground sits at 9,627 feet elevation, very near the Flat Tops Wilderness boundary and close to the Trappers Lake Outlet Trailhead. The 14 sites offer vault toilets, potable water, fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof food storage lockers. Trappers Lake is known as the "Cradle of Wilderness" and contains a native strain of Colorado River cutthroat trout. The 302-acre lake lies completely within the Flat Tops Wilderness, meaning motorized boats and wheeled carts for boat transport are prohibited. An RV dump station is available within the broader Trappers Lake campground complex for campers needing to service their rigs. Due to the high elevation, the campground operates seasonally, typically opening in late May or early June and closing in September or October depending on snow conditions. Dispersed camping is prohibited within 1/4 mile of Trappers Lake and the developed campgrounds.

Directions

From Meeker, take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn right on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow for 39 miles to Trappers Lake Road #205. Turn south on Trappers Lake Road #205 and continue for 10 miles just past the Outlet Trailhead.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $22

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 878-4039

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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