Vaughn Lake Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Dunckley Pass and the Scenic Byway are passable from Yampa to Meeker. All sites are first-come first-served with no reservations. Season typically runs June through October, weather dependent.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 1:17AM MDT until July 23 at 3:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...All of eastern Utah and western Colorado including several recent burn scars. * WHEN...From 11 AM MDT this morning through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Recent burn scars will be especially susceptible to flash flooding and debris flows. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Excessive rainfall causing flash flooding and debris flows. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Vaughn Lake Campground is a primitive 6-site campground nestled at 9,500 feet elevation in the Dunckley Pass area of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. Located along Forest Highway 16, part of the Flat Tops Trail Scenic and Historic Byway, the campground provides access to Vaughn Lake and the surrounding high-country landscape between Yampa and Meeker. The fairly open campground features aspen trees and excellent views of the lake. Each site includes a fire grate, tent pad, and picnic table. Facilities include one standard vault toilet and one accessible vault toilet. Potable water is not available, so campers must bring their own. The lake allows non-motorized boats only and is not stocked with fish. The area is popular with hunters during big game season. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on leash. The campground accommodates trailers up to 18 feet in length.
Directions
From Yampa, travel 5 miles west on County Road 17 toward Dunckley Pass, then 26 miles west on County Road 132 (becomes County Road 8). Campground is on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 18ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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