Trappers Lake/Horse Thief Horse Camp

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Seasonal campground at 9,700 feet elevation. Opens when Trappers Lake Road becomes accessible after snowmelt, typically late June to early July. Closes in fall with first significant snow. First-come, first-served only.

Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 2 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

12:34 PM — July 2nd, 2:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8000 feet. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 1 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

12:34 PM — July 2nd, 2:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning below 8000 feet for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8000 feet. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Air Quality Alert issued July 1 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

4:10 PM — July 2nd, 9:00 AM

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke. WHERE...Moffat, Routt, Jackson, Grand, Rio Blanco, Garfield, Eagle, Summit, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Mesa, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Delta, Gunnison, Chaffee, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel, Dolores, and northern parts of Montezuma and Saguache Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Craig, Steamboat Springs, Walden, Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs, Kremmling, Meeker, Rangely, Glenwood Springs, Eagle, Vail, Breckenridge, Central City, Georgetown, Grand Junction, Aspen, Leadville, Fairplay, Delta, Gunnison, Buena Vista, Salida, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray, Telluride, Dove Creek, and Saguache. WHEN...900 AM Wednesday July 01 to 900 AM Thursday July 02 IMPACTS...Areas downwind of large fires in southwestern Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to heavy smoke through at least Thursday morning. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease, respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present. Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.

About

Horse Thief Campground at Trappers Lake is a specialized equestrian facility in the White River National Forest designed exclusively for campers with horses and pack stock. Situated at 9,700 feet elevation, the campground offers 5 campsites, each equipped with a corral for livestock. The long spurs can accommodate large trailers up to 60 feet, and an RV dump station is available within the Trappers Lake campground complex. The campground sits adjacent to the Flat Tops Wilderness, offering direct access to an extensive trail network through glacier-carved mountains and pothole lakes. Trappers Lake itself is known as the Cradle of Wilderness, having inspired the wilderness preservation movement. Only certified weed-free hay is permitted in the campground, and no hay is allowed within the Flat Tops Wilderness; campers must use certified weed-free pellets or cubes instead. Facilities include vault toilets, fire grates, picnic tables, trash disposal, and bear boxes. Motorized boats and wheeled carts for boat transport are prohibited on Trappers Lake. All sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.

Directions

From Meeker, travel east on Colorado Highway 13 for 1 mile, then turn right on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow it for 39 miles to Trappers Lake Road #205. Turn south on Trappers Lake Road #205 and continue for 10 miles. Turn right at the bridge near Trappers Lake Lodge. Horse Thief Campground is approximately 1 mile further on the right.

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 $25

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length 60ft
Big Rig Friendly Yes
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 878-4039

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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